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The Parent Gamer's 2026 Survival Plan | TAG
This guide offers a survival plan for parents who want to continue gaming amidst the unpredictable demands of raising children. It emphasizes the importance of autosave features, flexible session lengths, and choosing games that accommodate short or interrupted playtimes, recommending titles like Stardew Valley, Balatro, and Hades II. The article also addresses the need for self-care, communication with partners, and selecting appropriate hardware like the Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch.
World of Tanks: HEAT Trades Historical Accuracy For A Unique Spin on Tank Warfare
World of Tanks: HEAT, a new vehicle combat game from Wargaming, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox for PC, and Xbox Cloud. The game departs from historical accuracy, featuring an alternate post-WWII setting with experimental vehicles and unique Agents. It offers 5v5 and 10v10 PvP modes with cross-platform play and progression, aiming for faster, more dynamic tank warfare.
HEROES OF ANIREA UNVEILS ITS STUNNING NEW TRAILER. THE TACTICAL JRPG ROGUELITE THAT'S PIXEL-PERFECT AND PROUDLY HANDCRAFTED
Independent Spanish studio Crossbros has announced Heroes of Anirea, a handcrafted 2.5D pixel art tactical JRPG with roguelite elements, is coming to Kickstarter. A new trailer showcases the game's unique ATB system, over 20 heroes, and procedurally generated campaigns. Heroes of Anirea is slated for release on Steam and Steam Deck in 2027, followed by Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.
Living Hell is a horrifying indie game built around multiplayer
Living Hell is an upcoming co-op indie horror game developed by Joe Fender, known for Devour. Up to four players will team up to survive the mutated creatures of Pelican City, presented in a PlayStation 1-era pixelated art style. The game is planned for a 2026 release on Windows PC via Steam and will feature procedurally changing environments, unique characters, and proximity voice chat.
007 First Light best settings for PC
This guide provides the best graphics settings for 007 First Light on PC to achieve a cinematic experience. It details optimal settings for resolution, textures, shadows, and utilizes technologies like Nvidia DLSS and AMD FSR for performance enhancement. Recommendations are also provided for handheld PCs like the Steam Deck.
Ah, yes, a custom PS2 handheld that could slice a limb off, but beats the Steam Deck on battery life
A custom PlayStation 2 handheld has been created by modder James Channel, featuring a modified PS2 Slim console with an exposed disc drive and a new LCD screen. Despite its crude appearance, the handheld boasts impressive battery life, potentially lasting around 5 hours, surpassing modern devices like the Steam Deck OLED and Nintendo Switch.
World of Tanks: HEAT released free on Steam and works on Linux / SteamOS
World of Tanks: HEAT, a free-to-play hero-driven tank action game, has launched on Steam and is compatible with Linux and SteamOS, earning a Steam Deck Verified rating. The game features cross-platform play across Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and GeForce NOW. Despite a rough initial reception with mostly negative user reviews, Wargaming has confirmed the use of generative AI solely for development support, with all final content created by human developers.
The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE is a China-exclusive GPU that could become global
Packaging for the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card has leaked with English branding, suggesting a potential global release outside of China. This mid-range GPU features a Navi 48 GPU and 12GB GDDR6 RAM, positioning it as a competitor to Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070. While currently a China-exclusive 'Golden Rabbit Edition', its potential worldwide launch could offer a more affordable option in the current GPU market.
Blue Archive adds full Steam Deck compatibility and a new startup movie
NEXON Games has released a patch for the free-to-play anime RPG Blue Archive, adding full Steam Deck compatibility and a new startup movie. The game has been verified for Steam Deck, and the update also saw a significant increase in player count. The patch was released on May 26th.
Tales of Arise – Beyond the Dawn Edition is another great Nintendo Switch 2 port
The Tales of Arise Beyond the Dawn Edition is a strong port for the Nintendo Switch, offering glorious visuals and smooth combat. The game, considered the best in the series by the author, runs exceptionally well on the platform, making it feel at home. This edition includes the DLC and bonus items, providing a complete and enjoyable experience for handheld players.
SkyChart: Airline Executive Demo Now Available on Steam; Aerobiz Successor Ships Major v0.3 / v0.4 Patch and Tops PeerPush as #1 Product of the Day
Independent developer Casey Jones Labs has released a demo for its airline management simulation game, SkyChart: Airline Executive, on Steam. The demo launch coincides with the release of the game's v0.3 / v0.4 'Aerobiz Depth Pass' patch, which introduces new route planning features and AI rival behaviors. The game, a spiritual successor to Aerobiz Supersonic, has also been recognized as the #1 Product of the Day on PeerPush.net and received positive early coverage from content creators.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale, with significant discounts available on Steam. Deus Ex: Mankind Divided is 90% off, Kenshi is 72% off, Decktamer is 40% off, and 9 Kings is 55% off. These deals are also applicable to PC and Steam Deck platforms.
Colorado and California age verification bills exempt open source operating systems
New age verification laws in Colorado and California will exempt open source operating systems and applications. The Colorado bill, effective July 1, 2028, and the California bill, effective January 1, 2027, both include similar exemptions for software distributed under licenses that permit modification and redistribution. This distinction is expected to benefit Linux distributions and devices like the Steam Deck, while proprietary systems like Windows will still be subject to the regulations.
Shape the planet and evolve strange creatures in Planetary Life with Steam Deck support
Planetary Life, a planet and life simulation game, has received official Steam Deck support and is now Steam Deck Verified. Players can shape planets, evolve creatures, and manage ecosystems in this "god game" currently in Early Access. The game is set to release fully on August 15th, 2025.
Stonemachia Review – Pawn to be wild
Stonemachia, the debut Souls-like from Crossfall Games, offers a unique Italian-themed setting and creative chess-piece-based combat, but is hampered by frequent technical bugs and uneven level design. Despite its rough edges, the game's artistic vision, strong soundtrack, and memorable boss fights make it a noteworthy, albeit niche, entry in the genre.
These Memorial Day TV deals could save you squinting at the World Cup on a tiny, dull screen
Memorial Day sales offer discounts on televisions, potentially serving as a last-minute upgrade before the World Cup begins on June 11. Deals include high-end models from LG and more affordable options from Hisense, with some screens also suitable for gaming in 4K.
Spelhelgen lovar demonslakt i ryggläge
Several journalists share their gaming plans for the weekend, featuring a mix of genres including racing, superhero titles, RPGs, and live service games. Titles mentioned include Forza Horizon 6, Overwatch, Diablo 4, One Piece: Odyssey, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, with some players utilizing the Steam Deck for portable play.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (23rd May)
Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, including titles like Indiana Jones, Tales of Arise, and Mario Kart World. The article also touches on new mobile game announcements, trading card game scalping issues, and performance boosts on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Moldwasher Launches June 23 on Steam
Rubel Games and Anshar Publishing announced that Moldwasher will be released on Steam on June 23, 2026. This cozy arcade-style cleaning adventure tasks players with fighting mold in various locations using tools like a Pressure Washer and Flamethrower. The game will feature achievements, controller support, and Steam Deck compatibility, launching with support for 12 languages.
Drill, craft, and blast your way through the demo of Veridian Expanse
Veridian Expanse is a sci-fi action game that blends twin-stick shooter mechanics with crafting and exploration. A demo is available, showcasing an expansive map with diverse biomes, hostile creatures, and resource collection for pod upgrades. The developer also noted that the game is primarily developed on Linux and can run on low-spec hardware like a Raspberry Pi 4.
