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Former staffer accuses War Thunder studio of Steam review manipulation and data security lapses
A former Gaijin Entertainment developer, Evgeniy Kononenko, has accused the studio behind War Thunder and Enlisted of manipulating Steam reviews and having data security lapses. Kononenko claims evidence shows developers were instructed to write positive reviews and that former employees retained Steamworks admin access for over a year. He also alleges retaliation after raising internal concerns.
Xbox's CEO wants its games to cater to 'more than a billion people each day', or 24 times more than the peak population of Steam, which is delusional
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated a goal for Xbox to entertain over a billion people daily, a figure significantly larger than the peak concurrent users of platforms like Steam or even the highest subscriber counts for games like World of Warcraft. This ambitious target is discussed critically in light of recent studio closures and layoffs within Microsoft's gaming division.
Overwatch escapes "Mostly Negative" Steam reviews 3 years after becoming the worst-rated game on Valve's store: "In 2026, we finally got back to just Overwatch"
Overwatch has seen its Steam review rating improve from "Mostly Negative" to "Mixed" after three years. This shift is attributed to a recent influx of positive player feedback, with some reviews praising new characters, battle pass value, and cosmetic offerings, despite ongoing criticisms regarding microtransactions and past disappointments.
Skill-Based Football Sim Strikers Club Kicks Off July 17th And Will Be 100% Free To Play!
Oddshot Games announced that its physics-driven multiplayer football simulation, Strikers Club, will launch on PC via Steam on July 17, 2026, as a completely free-to-play title. Following a successful demo during Steam Next Fest with over 60,000 players, the game will feature skill-based, player-controlled gameplay for matches ranging from 1v1 to 11v11.
Cozy Campsite Builder I Know a Spot Announces July 14th Release Date
The cozy campsite building game I Know a Spot will be released on PC via Steam on July 14th, 2026. Players can explore various outdoor locations, customize their cars, and enjoy the peaceful experience with their dog companion. A free demo is currently available on Steam.
Strategy Games Don’t Only Ask Players to Eliminate Chaos
Mandate Order is an upcoming ancient Chinese war city-builder from developer Digital Sky, set during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States era. The game, planned for a Q3 2026 launch on Steam, focuses on managing disorder within a frontier settlement by balancing resource management, logistics, labor allocation, and defense against invasions. Unlike typical city-builders, it emphasizes the constant management of a system that is always being disturbed by seasons, resources, labor, and war.
COMMAND THREE, SURVIVE THOUSANDS! ‘LUMINAS: PARASITE REIGN’ EARLY ACCESS LAUNCHES ON STEAM JULY 24TH
SOTO Game Studio announced that their debut game, Luminas: Parasite Reign, will launch on Steam in Early Access on July 24th, 2026. This party-based roguelite features up to three controllable magical beings, waves of enemies, boss battles, and unlockable treasures, with player feedback shaping future content.
Meet the HEJ Collective - Hungary's New Indie Game Label Launching Its First Season
The Hungarian game development collective Havi Egy Játék (HEJ) has launched its first publishing season, supporting indie developers by bringing select games from their monthly challenges to commercial release on Steam. Season 1 features the competitive platformer Grapple Bear and the strategy simulation game Weather Dragger, with participating teams receiving mentorship over a 4-6 month development period.
The first reactions to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 are in, and CD Projekt Red and Studio Trigger seem to have another winner on their hands
Initial reactions to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 are highly positive, with critics praising its expanded narrative and visual style. The first episode premiered at Anime Expo to an audience of 6,000, and the season is set to release on Netflix in fall 2026. This news coincides with Cyberpunk 2077 surpassing 40 million sales and reaching a one-year peak player count on Steam.
Meccha Chameleon sells 15,000,000 copies to become game equivalent of Obsession
The hide-and-seek indie game Meccha Chameleon has achieved over 15 million copies sold worldwide since its launch on Steam on June 10. Developed by two Japanese indie developers in under two months, the game's success is attributed to its low price point, viral popularity on platforms like TikTok, and its classification as a 'friendslop' title. Despite its modest revenue, Meccha Chameleon has become the best-selling game of 2026 so far across Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Ultimate Wizard's Demo is out now!
The demo for Ultimate Wizard, an incremental bullet heaven game, is now available on Steam for PC. Players can experience spell customization, permanent upgrades, and various spell types like minions, lightning, and fire. The full game is slated for release in Q4 2026 and will be priced at $10 USD.
Action Flight Sim G-Rebels Enters Early Access on Steam This Month
Reakktor Studios and Senatis will launch the flight simulation game G-Rebels in Early Access on Steam for Windows on July 20, 2026. The game will feature a native VR mode, a first-person cockpit view, and up to 20 missions across new areas in the Atlas Archipelago. The Early Access version includes the first chapter of the story, side missions, and race challenges.
Turn enemy bullets into your weapons: roguelite space shooter “XENOFLEKT” Demo released on Steam!
Independent developer Catoio Software has released a demo for their roguelite space shooter XENOFLEKT on Steam. The demo allows players to experience the game's unique bullet-parry combat system and customization options, featuring the first sector of the game. XENOFLEKT is slated for a late 2026 PC release on Steam.
"Tons of new chooms": Cyberpunk 2077 hits highest Steam player peak in 3 years and CD Projekt Red is thanking…
Cyberpunk 2077 has achieved its highest Steam player count in three years, surpassing 100,000 concurrent players. CD Projekt Red attributes this surge to the recent look at Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 and a collaboration event with Wuthering Waves. Several key figures from CD Projekt Red expressed their excitement and gratitude for the continued player engagement.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is suffering similar PSN region locking woes to Helldivers 2, with 132 countries barred according to Steam's backend
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is reportedly facing similar region-locking issues to Helldivers 2, with its Steam backend indicating it cannot be activated or purchased in 132 countries. This has led to speculation that Sony is reintroducing mandatory PSN account linking for PC games, which was previously a point of contention for Helldivers 2 players.
WAR FANTASY Announcement Trailer: A Technophobic Mindf**k About The Merging Of War Games & Real War
Developer Non-Euclidean has unveiled the announcement trailer for War Fantasy, a psychological horror FPS developed by Nathan Tran. The game explores the merging of war video games and real war, drawing parallels to Spec Ops: The Line and The Stanley Parable. War Fantasy is set to release on Steam, Xbox Series S/X, and PlayStation 5, though a specific release date has not yet been announced.
Steam Week in Review: Steam just got its first 'dopamine site', so you can fatten a fake backlog without…
The article discusses the phenomenon of 'dopamine sites' that simulate the pleasure of online purchases without spending money, drawing parallels to the Steam backlog and the addictive nature of accumulating games. It highlights a website called Steam Sale Simulator that replicates the Steam storefront experience, allowing users to 'buy' games endlessly. The piece also touches on the rise of idle games and the psychological aspects of consumerism in gaming.
Another self-own for Sony: Marvel Tōkon's PC version is unavailable in over 100 countries thanks to our old friend…
Sony's upcoming fighting game, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, has been region-restricted on Steam in 132 countries that lack PlayStation Network access. This follows similar controversial decisions with other PC ports like God of War Ragnarök and Ghost of Tsushima. The game is set to have an open beta on PC and PlayStation 5 from July 24 to July 26.
Brigador devs think it's crucial that their abrasive, hardcore mech sims aren't for everyone: 'I think we…
Stellar Jockeys developers Jack and Hugh Monahan believe their hardcore mech simulators like Brigador and Brigador Killers are intentionally not for everyone, embracing a 'boy slop' aesthetic. They argue that creative passion and a degree of difficulty are essential for building strong player communities and maintaining artistic integrity, rather than solely focusing on broad market appeal.
Meccha Chameleon celebrates 15 million sales by teasing a 'collaboration with a famous Japanese star'
Indie game Meccha Chameleon has surpassed 15 million sales in under a month, prompting developer lemorion_1224 to tease an upcoming collaboration with a famous Japanese star. The game, praised for its satisfying gameplay and low price point, was developed in just two months.
