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EVE FanFest 2026: EVE Vanguard Is Getting A Brand-New Overhaul Update & Alpha Playtest Window
EVE Vanguard, a spinoff of EVE Online, is receiving a major overhaul with the 'Operation Avalon' update, which includes revamped combat, new enemies, and an expanded risk-and-extraction loop. An alpha playtest for Operation Avalon is scheduled from July 7th to July 20th, with the full alpha release planned for November 2026. This update aims to lay the groundwork for integration with EVE Online.
STEEL ARTERY: TRAIN CITY BUILDER LAUNCHES ON STEAM
Steel Artery: Train City Builder, developed by SoulAge23 and published by Crytivo, has launched on Steam for PC. This city-building and management simulation places players in a steampunk fantasy world where they construct and manage an entire civilization built on a train, balancing the needs of various races and a dynamic economy.
Create Your Own Indie Showcase With These Limited-Time Bundle Deals
Humble Bundle and Fanatical are offering limited-time deals on indie game bundles. The Humble 15th Anniversary Indie Icons Showcase bundle includes 8 games for $10, featuring titles like Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and Citizen Sleeper. Fanatical's Build Your Own Indie Showcase Bundle allows users to select from 20 games with a variable pricing model, offering discounts for purchasing more titles.
Rock, Paper, Severed Revealed – A Deadly Horror Twist on a Childhood Classic
Indie developer Buzzin’ Games has revealed Rock, Paper, Severed, a horror game based on the classic hand game, set to launch on PC via Steam in 2026. In this twisted version, losing a round results in the loss of a finger, with players aiming to survive against a mysterious 'Entity' or other players. The game features psychological tension, strategic elements, and a cast of characters with their own secrets.
New Expelled from Paradise Game Is a Visual Novel
Toei Animation has announced a new visual novel titled Expelled from Paradise -The Stellar Angel-, set to release for Nintendo Switch and PC in Winter 2026. The game will feature original characters Angela Balzac and Dingo and depict a story following the 2014 movie. Studio51 is developing the title, which will support Japanese and English languages.
Subnautica 2’s first 24 hours of early access are marked by 2M sales and generally high praise
Subnautica 2 has achieved 2 million sales within its first day of early access, with Steam reporting over 467,000 concurrent players at its peak. Despite legal disputes between developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton, player reception has been largely positive, with "very positive" Steam reviews praising the visuals and performance, though some players have noted issues with defense and character sleep mechanics. The article also details ongoing legal battles between the two companies regarding development delays and contractual obligations.
Time to Forge Your Destiny: Blades of Fire – Version 2.0 Now Available on Steam
MercurySteam and 505 Games have released Version 2.0 of their action-adventure game Blades of Fire on Steam, featuring a 25% launch discount. This major free update introduces New Game Plus, a new Titanium Difficulty level, Anvil Trials, Arcana spells, Transmutation, and Photo Mode. Version 2.0 is also available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Epic Games Store, with Steam Deck support included.
Burnstation – inside a cyberpunk arcade machine: make your cartridges score big… or watch them burn
Burnstation, a physics-based roguelike deckbuilder set in a cyberpunk arcade, is planned for release in Q3 2026. Players act as a runner, building a deck of vintage cartridges to activate powers and score big against a corporation. A demo is currently available on Steam, and the full game can be wishlisted.
Seablip charts course with massive Captain Battle Update out now on Steam
Solo developer Jardar Solli has released the Captain Battle Update for his pixel-art pirate RPG, Seablip, on Steam. This major expansion, celebrating the game's two-year Early Access anniversary, introduces a new Captain Duel combat system with unique sword abilities, full gamepad support, and additional content. The update aims to enhance the game's diversity and intensity while Solli focuses on completing the main story.
Subnautica 2 sells two million copies in less than 24 hours
Unknown Worlds' Subnautica 2 has achieved over two million sales within 12 hours of its early access launch on May 14. The game saw a peak of over 651,000 concurrent players across Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox, with Steam alone reaching 467,582 players. The co-op survival game is priced at $30 and has received overwhelmingly positive reviews.
Forza Horizon 6 Crushes Franchise Record On Steam Despite The Need To Pay Extra
Forza Horizon 6 has set a new franchise record for peak concurrent players on Steam, surpassing Forza Horizon 5's previous record. This achievement is notable as the game is currently only available through premium editions or via Game Pass. The game is also slated for a PlayStation 5 release later this year.
After 5 years in early access, one of Steam's best-rated shooters goes on sale one last time before a price increase: "Don't say we didn't warn you!"
New Blood Interactive announced that the retro FPS Ultrakill will increase its base price on Steam to reflect its substantial content additions, including the recent LAYER 8: FRAUD update. This marks the first price hike since 2022, with a final sale currently active before the increase.
Subnautica 2 has surpassed 2 million sales in 12 hours
Subnautica 2 has achieved over 2 million sales in its first 12 hours of early access launch across PC, Xbox Series X, and the Epic Games Store. The game saw over 651,000 concurrent players, with Steam alone peaking at over 467,000. This success follows a public legal dispute between developer Unknown Worlds and its parent company Krafton.
Forza Horizon 6 immediately beats its predecessor's all-time Steam record with 130,000 concurrent players – and that's only counting people willing to pay $120 for early access
Forza Horizon 6 has set a new Steam record with over 130,000 concurrent players, surpassing its predecessor's peak. This impressive number was achieved by players who purchased the Premium Edition for early access, ahead of the official May 19th release. The game's setting in Japan is also noted as a significant factor in its early success.
Dokibird joins Gold Gold Adventure Gold
The citybuilder and real-time strategy game Gold Gold Adventure Gold is collaborating with VTuber Dokibird, who will voice the Farmer unit and bring 'Dragoons' to the game. These additions, along with farming mechanics, will be available in the 1.0 update launching on May 15th for PC via Steam.
Forza Horizon 6 explodes on Steam even before it's officially out
Forza Horizon 6 has achieved record-breaking player numbers on Steam even before its official launch on May 19, surpassing previous titles in the series. The Premium Edition's early access has drawn significant engagement, with peak concurrent players already exceeding those of Forza Horizon 5 and 4. Similar enthusiasm is expected on other platforms like Xbox and PlayStation 5.
Subnautica 2 has sold 2 million copies in 12 hours, with 9x the players as the first, and at this point I figure that Krafton CEO is already on his second bottle
Subnautica 2 has achieved a significant sales milestone, selling 2 million copies within 12 hours of its release. The game also saw a massive surge in player count, with peak concurrent players exceeding 651,000 across platforms, approximately nine times the original Subnautica's all-time peak. The article also touches on a legal dispute involving former Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill and Krafton.
Subnautica 2 Has Already Sold 2 Million Copies And Counting
Subnautica 2 has achieved significant success in Early Access, selling over 2 million copies within days and reaching a peak player count of over 467,000 on Steam. This surge in popularity comes amidst a legal dispute between developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton regarding a potential $250 million bonus tied to the game's performance targets.
Straight From Bandai Namco Studios’ GYAAR Indie Label - GooNECT√2 Is Back!
Phoenixx Inc. and AMBER GAMES announced that GooNECT√2, the sequel to the co-op action game Goonect, will launch on Nintendo Switch and Steam on May 21, 2026. The game features randomly generated stages, offline play, and customization options, with music collaborations from Harumi Fujita and Mumei.
Crimson Desert's latest update adds more bosses for rematches as well as new unarmed combat skills for Damiane
Pearl Abyss has released a new update for Crimson Desert, adding more bosses to the rematch system and new unarmed combat skills for the character Damiane. The update also introduces additional wolf and bear mount types and reins for certain mounts. This patch is available on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, as well as PlayStation and Xbox consoles.
