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Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton announced
Shueisha Games and poncle have announced Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton, a new survivors-like game based on the popular manga and anime franchise. The game will feature over 20 characters and supports up to 8 players online, with a single-player mode also included. Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton is set to launch later this year for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.
Poly Fighter is still getting us excited at the thought of a fighting game roguelike
Poly Fighter, a game blending roguelike progression with fighting game mechanics, is set to release soon. Players can steal defeated opponents' moves to customize their character, leading to diverse playstyles. A demo will be available during Steam Next Fest from June 15-22, featuring starter characters, unlockable fighters, and gameplay improvements.
"Product visibility needs a more cohesive and structural approach" – How VaultN aims to unify the digital distribution ecosystem
VaultN, a digital distribution platform, aims to unify the gaming ecosystem by centralizing transactions for publishers, distributors, and retailers. Co-founder Julian Migura explains the platform's goal to streamline processes, improve product visibility, and enable better cooperation between various industry players, including a desire to integrate with Steam. VaultN currently partners with platforms like Epic Games Store and GOG, and takes a small percentage of publisher royalties.
⚠️ SCP Foundation: Universe Horror is Coming to Steam Next Fest!
SCP Foundation: Universe Horror will feature a free playable demo during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22. The survival horror game, inspired by the SCP universe, challenges players to explore a dangerous facility and survive encounters with anomalous entities. The demo aims to provide an early look at core mechanics and gather community feedback.
Prison Life Sim 2026 - Survival Will participate at Steam Next Fes on 15 June!
Prison Life Sim 2026 - Survival will feature a free playable demo during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22. The simulation game places players in a correctional facility where they must survive by managing routines, relationships, and making strategic decisions. The demo aims to gather player feedback for future development.
To Rule, or to Ruin. Every choice has a cost - Road to Empress II Launches on Steam, App Store and Google Play
New One Studio has launched Road to Empress II, a live-action interactive cinematic experience, on Steam, the App Store, and Google Play. The sequel features approximately 1,000 minutes of new footage, expanded political strategy, and consequence-driven storytelling, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for 2026. The game places players in the role of a political strategist navigating court intrigue and making impactful decisions.
Chronicles: Medieval Gameplay Trailer Reveals Holy Roman Empire Faction
Raw Power Games has released the first gameplay trailer for Chronicles: Medieval, revealing the Holy Roman Empire as the third playable faction alongside England and France. The medieval sandbox action game, set during the Hundred Years' War, will launch in Early Access on PC via Steam in 2026. The trailer showcases large-scale battles and features narration by actor Lars Mikkelsen.
Sensory Overload – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Sensory Overload is a tunnel runner game featuring psychedelic visuals and disorienting environments that intensify with each level. The beta demo challenges players' reflexes and mental fortitude with increasingly difficult obstacles and spiraling patterns designed to disrupt concentration. The game is available for PC via Steam.
Lords of the Fallen 2 is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 This Fall
CI Games has announced that Lords of the Fallen 2, a sequel to the 2023 action RPG, will be released for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC this Fall. The game will feature a more fluid combat system, expanded Umbral exploration, and shared campaign progress for co-op play. Lords of the Fallen 2 will also launch on Steam.
18 amazing indie games you missed during Summer Game Fest week
Summer Game Fest week featured numerous upcoming indie games alongside major announcements from large publishers. Titles like Fights In Tight Spaces 2, the single-player Among Us Story: On Guard, and the horror game Carcass Clad were highlighted. Other notable indies include Cassette Beasts 2, El Paso, Elsewhere 2, and the retro-themed Hack '95.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, with discounts of up to 75%. Notable deals include Cuphead at 40% off, Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition at 50% off, Airport CEO at 75% off, and Yuppie Psycho: Executive Edition at 65% off.
Preorders Are Open For Like a Dragon Prequel Stranger Than Heaven
Preorders are now open for Stranger Than Heaven, a prequel to the Like a Dragon franchise, set to release on January 15, 2027, for Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, Steam, and PC. The game follows Makoto Daito across five timelines and features appearances from Snoop Dogg, Bunta Sugawara, and Tupac Shakur. Developed by RGG Studio and published by Sega, it will also be available on Game Pass day one.
HYPERSTRANGE Steam Publisher Sale blazing Alongside Heavy Metal Slasher “Slaughter Void” Launch and New Game Reveals
HYPERSTRANGE is holding a publisher sale on Steam, coinciding with the launch of their new heavy metal slasher game, Slaughter Void. The sale also features new game reveals and DLC releases, including Blood West's Scavengers DLC and the official reveal of Elderborn Vengeance. Upcoming titles like Bloodwoven, Raining Lead, Derelikt, and Jupiter Hell Classic were also showcased.
Enginefall's June open playtest is your ticket to ride, and this online survival shooter is a literal take on high-stakes train raiding
Red Rover Interactive is holding an open playtest for its first-person survival shooter, Enginefall, from June 8-22. Players will raid colossal megatrains, craft gear, and upgrade their own vessels in a post-apocalyptic world. The playtest will also feature as a live demo during Steam Next Fest on June 15.
Maximum Entertainment Announces Smalland 2: Lost Realms
Maximum Entertainment has announced Smalland 2: Lost Realms, a prequel to Smalland: Survive the Wilds, set to launch this year on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Epic Games Store, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version planned for 2027. The game will feature a larger world, deeper progression, creature companionships, and 10-player co-op, utilizing Unreal Engine 5 for enhanced visuals.
Monster Couch Announces 6 Wingspan Bird Packs, Starting with Wingspan Bird Pack: British Birds on June 15
Monster Couch announced that the digital board game Wingspan will receive six new Bird Packs, starting with Wingspan Bird Pack: British Birds on June 15, 2026. This first pack will include 25 new bird species from the United Kingdom and will be available on Steam, GOG, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation, iOS, and Android. A Season Pass for all six packs will also be released on Steam.
Mexican Ninja Sharpens Its Blade With a Deadlier Panda Boss and an Overhauled Combat Feel
Amber Studio has released a major update for the Mexican Ninja demo, featuring a revamped panda boss fight and improved combat mechanics. The 2.5D roguelike beat 'em up, set in a world where Mexican Narcos and Japanese Yakuza have merged, is slated for a 2026 launch on Steam. This update also includes a reworked skill tree and bug fixes.
‘Servant of the Lake’ Opens Its Doors August 13 on Steam and Mobile
Rusty Lake announced that their new point-and-click mystery adventure game, Servant of the Lake, will be released on August 13, 2026, for Steam, Android, and iOS. Players will take on the role of a servant at the Vanderboom estate, solving puzzles and uncovering dark secrets. A demo is available on Steam.
Feel the Rhythm! Microids Announces Marsupilami 2 – Salsa Palombia!
Microids announced that Marsupilami 2 – Salsa Palombia, a new 2D rhythm platformer developed by Ocellus Services, will launch on September 3, 2026. The game features familiar characters Twister, Punch, and Hope as they attempt to save Palombia from a musical threat posed by the Mummy Queen. A demo is available now on Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
This Japanese horror game forces you to keep smiling otherwise you die
Smiley Dog Studio is releasing the short first-person horror game DON'T STOP SMILING for PC via Steam on June 12th. The game requires players to maintain a smile using their PC camera in real-time, with failure resulting in death. The gameplay involves exploring an eerie school while solving puzzles and managing forced emotions.
