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Punch Up Games: Worker-owned Studio Debut + Free Demo
Punch Up Games, a new worker-owned cooperative studio, has announced its debut game, Dig Too Deep, a chaotic action physics roguelite tower defense game. The studio, comprised of eight co-owners, believes cooperatives are key to a renaissance in the gaming industry. A free demo for Dig Too Deep is available now on Steam and will be featured during Steam Next Fest from June 15-22.
Conquer the Seven Seas in a new Naval Real-Time Tactical Simulation: “Legacy of Sail” demo released on Steam
Hydran Software has released a demo for their upcoming naval real-time tactical simulation game, Legacy of Sail, on Steam. The game features fleet management, ship-to-ship combat, and boarding actions set in the 17th century. The full game is slated for a late July 2026 release.
Aztecs: The Last Sun Leaves Early Access Today And Enters Version 1.0 With New Features And Game Modes
Aztecs: The Last Sun has officially launched its Version 1.0, exiting Early Access and becoming available on PC via Steam, GOG.com, and the Epic Games Store. Developed by Play2Chill and published by Toplitz Productions, this update introduces new features, game modes including Sandbox and Creative, and a new chapter in its story mode that pits players against the Moon Goddess.
Hotline Miami meets Peaky Blinders in Cohen: 1939, demo now available on Steam!
A demo for the top-down tactical shooter Cohen: 1939, developed by Cube of Cube and published by 2P Games, is now available on Steam. Set in 1930s Birmingham, the game features fast-paced, one-hit-kill combat and a revenge narrative. The demo includes the first two chapters and will be part of the upcoming Steam Next Fest in June.
Gambonanza The Grandmaster Fight Guide - All Phases
This guide provides a strategy for defeating The Grandmaster, the final boss in the chess roguelike deckbuilder Gambonanza. The guide details the three phases of the fight, offering tips on recommended equipment and gambits for each stage.
Cozy Island Builder Ourlands Launching June 2nd, 2026!
The cozy island builder Ourlands, developed by Jamaican indie studio GrahamOfLegend, is set to launch on June 2nd, 2026, for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game focuses on creative building and exploration with no objectives or restrictions, featuring dozens of unlockable items and a unique 'postcard mode' for sharing creations.
Cutout Village launches its demo on Steam and unveils a new trailer at the Six One Indie Showcase
DevilishGames has released a demo for their paper-based city-builder, Cutout Village, on Steam, coinciding with a new trailer reveal at the Six One Indie Showcase. The demo, available until the Steam Next Fest, features a story mode level and allows players to experience the core mechanics of building villages through paper crafts. The full game is slated for release in the second half of 2026 on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Kingsroad Asia Launches on Mobile After PC Debut in Game of Thrones - GameHaunt
Netmarble has launched Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on iOS, Android, and PC, following its earlier PC debut. This free-to-play open-world action RPG set during Season 4 of the HBO series features grounded melee combat and supports cross-progression between platforms. The mobile release includes improvements based on PC player feedback, such as additional storage slots.
Inti Creates Announces New Spin-Off Game And Switch 2 Edition Trilogy
Inti Creates has announced two new titles for the Nintendo Switch 2: Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 3, set for release in 2027, and Azure Striker Gunvolt Trilogy Enhanced, arriving in 2026. The latter is a collection of three existing games with added features and a new story mode, while Luminous Avenger iX 3 introduces new gameplay mechanics and customization options.
Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 3 Announced For Switch 2
Inti Creates has announced Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 3 for Nintendo Switch 2 and Steam, set to release in 2027. The game will feature Copen facing new "iX Bearer" threats and introduce new gameplay mechanics like "Divide Edge" and the "Code Customizer" system. Additionally, Azure Striker Gunvolt Trilogy Enhanced - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, a collection of the first three games with new content including "Azure Striker Gunvolt GX," will launch in 2026.
Embers of the Uncrowned Steam Next Fest Demo Details Revealed
Nexon has revealed details for the playable demo of its dark fantasy MMORPG, Embers of the Uncrowned, which will be available during Steam Next Fest starting June 15. The demo will feature three playable classes, 12 boss monsters, multiple questlines, and systems for housing, customization, and companions, offering up to 480 minutes of total content.
Soulbound Moves to Steam as Paid Game, Launching This Summer
The blockchain-based MMO Soulbound, formerly Worldwide Webb, is shutting down its current servers this summer and transitioning to a non-blockchain version called Soulbound: Online on Steam. Developed by SpiderWare, the new version will feature pixel-art graphics, roguelike dungeon adventures, and co-op gameplay, with a demo planned soon and paid early access launching this summer. Existing NFT holders will receive compensation in the form of exclusive Founder Packs or retained premium cosmetics and balances.
Lucky Break Announced on Steam
Ian Durra announced Lucky Break, a slot-machine roguelike deckbuilder set to release on Steam in August 2026. Players take on the role of an addict trying to pay off mob debts by playing a cursed slot machine, with gameplay featuring talking to mobsters, spinning slots, and purchasing drinks to influence outcomes.
Lock into the Free Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 Demo Right Now On Steam & Revel in the Hard-hitting Shooter’s Latest Incredible Gameplay Trailer
A playable demo for Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 is now available on Steam, coinciding with the release of a new gameplay trailer as part of the Warhammer Skulls Showcase 2026. Developed by Auroch Digital and Big Fan Games, the game will launch later this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, featuring a branching campaign with new locations, characters, and enemies.
Everything Revealed At The 10th Anniversary Of Warhammer Skulls
The 10th anniversary Warhammer Skulls showcase revealed numerous game updates, world premieres, and new releases across the Warhammer universe. Highlights include new titles like Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster and Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Deathwatch, along with updates for existing games such as Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. The event also coincided with the annual Warhammer Skulls: Festival of Video Games sale.
Play the Warhammer Survivors demo
A demo for Warhammer Survivors, a roguelite game featuring characters from Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: Age of Sigmar, is now available on Steam. The full game is set to launch in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and mobile platforms. The article details new enemy factions, playable characters, and stages.
Mouseward is an adorably gloomy soulslike where you play an itty bitty undead mouse collecting stars, and it has a demo…
Mouseward is an N64-inspired soulslike from Finite Reflection Studios where players control an undead mouse collecting stars in a gloomy, ruined world. The game features familiar soulslike mechanics such as attack, block, and dodge rolls, with an emphasis on stamina management. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Appalachian horror game Blue Ridge Hunting releases this year
The Appalachian horror game Blue Ridge Hunting is set to release later this year, with developer Jade & Company seeking Kickstarter funding for its 2026 launch. The 1-4 player survival horror game tasks players with tracking and documenting cryptids based on Appalachian folklore, featuring co-op gameplay and a retro art style.
Lethal Wedding To Unleash Holy Matri-Mayhem on Steam
Mega Cat Studios and 8 Bit Legit announced that Lethal Wedding, a top-down shooter inspired by 80s action cinema and classic 16-bit games, will be released on Steam for PC. A physical edition for Sega Genesis/Mega Drive will launch on Kickstarter on June 2nd, 2026. The game features two-player couch co-op, outrageous weapons, and over 30 levels of carnage.
Warhammer 40000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch announced
Frontier Foundry and Complex Games have announced Warhammer 40000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a new turn-based tactical RPG. The game is a sequel to Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters and will feature new units, squad customization, and broader class identity. It is in development for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
