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Digimon meets Doki Doki Literature Club: Desktop-Invading Horror 'Digital Anima' is Out Now on Steam
Digital Anima: Virtual Lifeform Care Kit, a desktop-invading horror game, is now available on Steam. Developed by Soiten and published by Dank Hearts Co., Ltd., the game combines virtual pet care with ARG elements, tasking players with investigating real-world websites to uncover a hidden truth. It features an AI-powered chat system for realistic interactions with the virtual pet, Digima.
UNLOCK THE MYSTERIES OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST INVENTOR IN BEAUTIFULLY REIMAGINED DETAIL
Blue Brain Games has relaunched its best-selling puzzle adventure, The House of Da Vinci, as The House of Da Vinci - Enhanced. This updated version features re-lit scenes, clearer puzzle visibility, and enhanced visual detail, bringing Leonardo da Vinci's workshop to life. The enhanced edition is available now on Steam, with existing players receiving the upgrade at no additional cost.
Beyond the Grave: How Lover’s Enigma Shakes Up the Visual Novel Genre with Creeping Psychological Horror
Lover's Enigma distinguishes itself in the visual novel genre by immediately immersing players in psychological horror and grief following the protagonist's husband's mysterious death. The game, developed by FallenCranberry and published by Okasan's Recipe, features a branching narrative with multiple endings, exploring themes of trauma and resilience. It is available on PC via Steam and will be discounted during the Steam Summer Sale.
Gaming Tech Gift Ideas for Casual Players | Invision Game Community
This guide focuses on gift ideas for casual gamers, emphasizing accessible and user-friendly accessories over high-spec hardware. Recommendations include comfortable headsets, ergonomic controllers, and gift cards for major platforms like PlayStation Store, Xbox, Steam, and Nintendo eShop. For mobile gamers, phone stands and portable chargers are suggested as practical options.
Urban-Occult Action Roguelite ‘7Trials’ Officially Announced by Newcore Games
Newcore Games has officially announced 7Trials, a top-down action roguelite featuring hack-and-slash combat and online co-op for up to four players, inspired by Korean afterlife folklore. The game blends urban-occult aesthetics with traditional mythology, set in a school transformed into a realm between the living world and the afterlife. Players control Yeoubi, a temporary Reaper, tasked with surviving seven trials over 49 days to uncover secrets and free trapped souls.
Developer PocketsOfEnergy has released a playable PC demo on Steam for Jack Pottwin: House of Odds, an upcoming casino-themed deckbuilding roguelike.
Developer PocketsOfEnergy has released a playable PC demo for their upcoming casino-themed deckbuilding roguelike, Jack Pottwin: House of Odds, on Steam. The demo includes the first four bosses, an unrestricted card pool, and allows players to experiment with the game's unique real-time card crafting system. Community feedback from this demo will directly influence the final game's development.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Fourleaf Fields, Ancible Online, Kando Realm
This article rounds up lesser-known MMORPGs, including Four Leaf Fields, which is in playtest on Steam with no release date. Ancible Online, a 2D pixel MMORPG, will be shutting down on July 26th, 2026, after a short early access period. Kando Realm, a F2P 2D PC and mobile MMO, launched its early access six months ago and is expected to release in the fall.
Volunteer-led RTS BAR signs publishing deal with Hooded Horse
The volunteer-led real-time strategy game Beyond All Reason has signed a publishing deal with Hooded Horse. While the multiplayer will remain free with cross-play, a paid 'BAR Premium Edition' with singleplayer content will be released on Steam. The IP and code will remain with the BAR team and open source, respectively.
After a delay in 2025 and two delays this year (plus two more short delays this morning) mech fortress-builder Sand has…
The mech fortress-builder Sand: Raiders of Sophie has finally launched in early access on Steam after multiple delays. The PvPvE extraction shooter experienced further minor delays on its launch day due to technical issues. The game allows players to build and pilot giant walking mechanical bases in a desert environment.
MMO Business Roundup: Pocketpair rejects AI tools, Valorant opens a pub, and Epic Games Store unveils updates
This MMO business roundup covers several industry updates, including Pocketpair's rejection of AI development tools, Riot Games opening a temporary Valorant-themed pub in London for an esports event, and Epic Games Store announcing "Launcher V2" with personalized store pages and other improvements planned over the next year.
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The game P.T. is highlighted as the most expensive on Steam, costing $1,000 despite its extremely short 10-minute playtime. This situation sparks discussion about game pricing and value.
Crimson Desert Patch 1.12.00 Brings Major Housing Expansion | Invision Game Community
Crimson Desert's Patch 1.12.00 introduces significant expansions to player housing, adding new customization features and craftable items. The update also refines combat flow with new chain attacks and improved skills, alongside numerous bug fixes and performance enhancements across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.
Steam's "most expensive game" is $1000, and you can't actually do anything
A game titled "Congratulations On Your Purchase" is available on Steam for $999.99, described as a "first-person luxury experience" with no gameplay mechanics and a duration of only 10 minutes. Developed by Minimum Viable Prestige, the game features a palace interior and allows players to leave messages. Despite its high price and lack of reviews or active players, it is Steam's most expensive game, sparking debate on forums about whether it constitutes a scam.
Award-Winning Interactive Novel and Roger Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Mobile
Kodansha Game Lab has released the interactive novel and Roger on Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android, accompanied by a limited-time sale. The game, praised for its emotional storytelling and animation, now supports 29 subtitle languages and features updated controls for its new platforms. This expanded release aims to introduce the acclaimed narrative experience to a wider audience.
Tears of Metal Hits PC Early Access on July 22
Tears of Metal, a medieval co-op roguelike hack-and-slash game, will launch into Early Access on July 22 for PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store, with Xbox Game Pass also included. Developer Paper Cult announced that an Xbox console version is planned for release before the end of 2026. The Early Access version will feature three acts, three playable heroes, and various upgrade systems, with more content planned for future updates.
Feed colossal-mechatronic creatures of the deep in this horror fishing roguelite, “SNAP JAW." Demo now available on Steam!
The horror fishing roguelite game SNAP JAW, developed by F16 Gamez, has released a demo on Steam as part of Next Fest. The demo features the first three days of the game's nine-day journey, where players must feed colossal mechatronic creatures or face dire consequences.
SAND: Raiders of Sophie launches on Steam Early Access with discount prices
SAND: Raiders of Sophie, an open-world PvPvE extraction shooter from Hologryph and tinyBuild Games, has launched on Steam Early Access with a 21% discount. The game features customizable walking bases called Tramplers and offers two modes: a persistent open-world experience and a battle royale-style mode. It is also planned for release on consoles with crossplay.
DINO NUGGETS TAKES THE CROWN IN AN EPIC OLD SCHOOL RUNESCAPE DEADMAN ALL STARS LIVE FINAL
Jagex crowned Dino Nuggets as the champions of the Old School RuneScape Deadman All Stars Season 3 Finale, held in Chicago. The event, sponsored by Twitch, Chipotle, and Starforge, saw over 4,000 spectators in attendance and over one million viewers online. This marked the first RuneScape event held outside the UK since 2001.
Die, Rewind, Repeat: Space Grunts: Chrono Shard Out Now on PC
Orangepixel and HandyGames have launched Space Grunts: Chrono Shard on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. This time-loop tactical retro shooter features procedurally generated levels and a unique Chrono Loop mechanic allowing players to manipulate time. Console versions for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2 are planned.
HACK-AND-SLASH ROGUELIKE TEARS OF METAL OUT IN EARLY ACCESS ON PC ON JULY 22
Montreal studio Paper Cult announced that their hack-and-slash roguelike Tears of Metal will launch in Early Access on PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store on July 22. The game will also be available as part of Xbox Game Pass for the Microsoft Store, with a full Xbox version planned for release before the end of 2026. The Early Access version will include three Acts, three playable Heroes, and various upgrades and equipment.