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The jazz-drenched, narrative RPG, ‘Moves Of the Diamond Hand’, is coming to Steam EA on April 13th
Cosmo D Studios announced that their first-person narrative RPG, Moves Of The Diamond Hand, will launch in Early Access on Steam for PC on April 13th, 2025. The game is set in a surreal, dystopian, jazz-drenched city.
Cathedral: Crow’s Curse to appear at Mundo Gamer Showcase on March 20
Decemberborn Interactive announced that Cathedral: Crow's Curse will be featured at the Mundo Gamer Showcase on March 20. The action-adventure prequel, set in the Cathedral universe, combines combat and exploration. A free demo is available on Steam for PC, with the full game planned for PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC in 2026.
After weeks of hype, Crimson Desert debuts to high player counts but "Mixed" Steam reviews, citing "disjointed graphics", lovable cats, "awful" UI and more
Crimson Desert has launched to a high player count on Steam, reaching a peak of over 239,000 concurrent players. However, the game has received "Mixed" reviews, with players citing issues with disjointed graphics, an "awful" UI, and slow pacing, though the game's cats have been praised. Despite the lukewarm reception, the game was a top seller on Steam prior to release and was a subject of prediction markets for Game of the Year awards.
GigaBash - Final Ascension DLC: GigaBash’s most ambitious update brings a blinding barrage of new characters, new maps, and new story!
Passion Republic Games has announced the GigaBash - Final Ascension DLC, which adds two new characters, Gaya Gigaman and Zargorah, two new maps, and a new Story Mode chapter. The DLC will be available on March 26, 2026, for PC, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. This update aims to be the most ambitious to date for the ultimate kaiju fighting game.
Crimson Desert launches to 239,000 players on Steam but 'Mixed' reviews, and it's mostly because of how…
Crimson Desert has launched to 239,000 players on Steam, but has received 'Mixed' reviews. The game is noted for its numerous systems and complex control scheme, though the combat is described as deep and satisfying. The article also mentions the author's personal gaming history with titles like World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy 14.
In just 24 hours, Death Stranding 2's PC port has already surpassed the Steam concurrent player peak of both…
Death Stranding 2 has achieved a new Steam concurrent player peak within 24 hours of its PC launch, surpassing the original Death Stranding's record. This success marks a strong performance for a PlayStation-published single-player title on the platform, despite recent reports of Sony potentially reducing PC releases for such games.
DeeSicks: Build Your Own Bullet Hell Boss | Demo Out Now
ByteRockers' Games has launched DeeSicks on Steam, following a successful demo release on itch.io. The game combines physics-based dice rolling with bullet hell combat, allowing players to build their loadouts before engaging in intense boss fights. DeeSicks focuses on power escalation rather than pure survival, offering a unique take on the genre.
"Jack of all trades, master of none": Crimson Desert launches to "Mixed" Steam reviews, with players praising the RPG's visuals but calling its story "bland" and controls "ridiculously bad"
Crimson Desert has launched on Steam to 'Mixed' reviews, with players praising its exceptional graphics and beautiful world but criticizing its bland story and "ridiculously bad" combat and controls. Console players on PlayStation 5 have echoed similar sentiments regarding the clunky controls. Despite the mixed reception, the game holds a Metacritic score of 78.
Art-Driven Tactical RPG Annulus Sets Global Launch for April 8, Bringing a Rare Dark Fantasy Strategy Experience to Steam and Mobile
The dark fantasy tactical RPG Annulus, developed by NIRVANA, is set to launch globally on April 8, 2026, for PC via Steam, iOS, and Android. The game features a distinctive dark fantasy art direction, atmospheric worldbuilding, and deep tactical gameplay, aiming to offer a unique strategy experience. Pre-registration is currently open, and the game has been highlighted by Google Play.
KemonoMix Re Brings Creature-Mixing Magic to Steam After Decade Wait
KemonoMix Re, a creature-mixing game originally released nearly a decade ago, has launched on Steam as a modern remake. The game allows players to combine over 60 unique creatures to create thousands of genetic mashups with evolved abilities. This remake features updated visuals and gameplay, offering a complete experience without live service elements.
Solo Indie Dev Drops ‘The Bankrupt Hero’s Adventure’ on Steam
Indie developer Cheeky Bunny has released their first game, 'The Bankrupt Hero's Adventure,' on Steam. This puzzle and mystery title was developed by a single person and is available with a limited-time 10% launch discount. The developer emphasizes transparency and community feedback, representing the core spirit of independent game creation.
DeeSicks: Build Your Own Bullet Hell Boss | Demo Out Now
ByteRockers' Games has launched DeeSicks on Steam, a physics-based dice-rolling bullet hell game. The title, which had a demo available on itch.io, focuses on power escalation through strategic dice manipulation before intense combat phases. The game features over 15 bosses with increasing scale and complexity.
Refreshed Faction Fighting Ignites in Sea of Thieves Season 19
Sea of Thieves Season 19 introduces refreshed Faction Battles with features like Battle Bounds and reduced downtime, alongside the return of the Fight Nights event for increased Allegiance rewards. The season also brings significant changes to Doubloons, including a currency reset and new markets, and introduces the "Last Ship Standing" mode for Sloop crews. Additionally, the game celebrates its eighth anniversary with freebies, an Xbox Free Play Weekend, and new challenges and rewards through the Seasonal Renown track and Plunder Pass.
All the hype has already made Crimson Desert one of the biggest launches on Steam this year
Crimson Desert, an open-world action RPG from Pearl Abyss, has launched to significant player numbers on Steam, peaking at over 239,000 concurrent players shortly after release. Despite its strong sales performance, the game has received a 'Mixed' user rating on Steam due to criticisms of clunky controls and a convoluted system design, though it has been a top global seller for weeks.
Parking Tycoon 2: Business Simulator Launches in One Week with Limited-Time Discount
Parking Tycoon 2: Business Simulator will launch in one week, featuring a limited-time launch discount for early adopters. Players will build and manage their own parking businesses, focusing on strategic decision-making and revenue optimization. The game is available to wishlist on Steam.
Is Jeff Kaplan's The Legend Of California Coming To PS5 Or Xbox? Here's What We Know
The Legend of California, a new project from former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan and developer Kintsugiyama, is currently confirmed for PC with an alpha test starting March 26. While console releases for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X are still to be determined, the game is targeting an early-access launch on Steam and the Epic Games Store in 2026. Controller support will be available during the alpha test.
Solo Dev Breaks Down in Tears After Tower Defense Game Makes $250K
Solo developer Cakez experienced an emotional breakthrough after his tower defense game, Tangy TD, generated $250,000 in gross revenue within its first week on Steam. After four years of development, the game achieved significant commercial success, selling over 28,000 copies and receiving an 89% positive rating. This heartwarming story highlights the potential for passionate indie developers to find success and connect with players.
Penguin Blocks Waddles onto Steam with Launch Sale Pricing
The indie puzzle game Penguin Blocks has launched on Steam with a 35% discount, priced at 152 yen (approximately $1 USD) for its initial two-week sale. This pricing strategy positions the game as an impulse buy, leveraging Steam's global reach and the appeal of its charming penguin theme to stand out in a crowded market.
Crimson Desert deluxe and pre-order special items are inaccessible for some, but Pearl Abyss is working on a fix
Players of the newly released Crimson Desert are reporting issues with pre-order and deluxe edition bonuses being inaccessible due to a bug. Developer Pearl Abyss is aware of the problem and is working on a fix. The game has achieved a peak of over 239,000 concurrent players on Steam.
Demos and Freebies
The article highlights a 10% discount on the games DAMON and BABY available on Steam for PC. It describes DAMON as a new type of action adventure that blends exploration with technical twin-stick shooting gameplay.