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Dead as Disco Early Access
Brain Jar Games has launched the rhythmic brawler Dead as Disco into Early Access for Windows on the Epic Games Store and Steam. The game is available with a 20% launch discount.
The Dark Curiosity Announced - A Psychological Sci-Fi Horror on an Abandoned Space Station
Afterlife Studio, founded by solo developer Tamas Sandor, has announced The Dark Curiosity, a psychological sci-fi horror game. Set on an abandoned space station, players must uncover the station's downfall while evading a hostile creature driven by reactive AI. The game is currently available to wishlist on Steam for PC.
Pursue Your Happiness: Felicity Demo Now Available
The "live your life" deckbuilder Felicity, developed by independent studio naked, has released a demo on Steam. Players can choose personality cards and aspirations to shape their character's life, managing resources and facing random events. The game features 120 cards, personality modifiers, and life events, with a focus on achieving goals before life ends.
Dead As Disco Is Out Now! - Viral Rhythm Brawler Launches Into Early Access
The rhythm-driven beat 'em up Dead As Disco has launched into Early Access on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Developed by Brain Jar Games, the game features music-synced combat, a neon-drenched world, and a soundtrack with over 30 songs. It is available at a discounted price of $19.99 for a limited time.
Dead as Disco early access preview
Dead as Disco is a rhythmic brawler currently in early access, featuring a unique premise where players control a resurrected drummer seeking revenge. The gameplay emphasizes attacking on beat, with combat mechanics influenced by titles like Batman: Arkham Asylum and Crypt of the Necrodancer. The game allows players to import their own music, enhancing replayability and experimentation with its challenge modes and customization options.
Eerie visual novel Schrödinger's Call explores the pain and joy of relationships via phone calls to purgatory
Schrödinger's Call is an upcoming visual novel where players guide Mary, an amnesiac hotline operator for souls in purgatory, through phone calls to help them pass on. The game, inspired by developer Seishi Irimajiri's experiences during Covid-19 lockdowns, explores themes of loneliness and connection with a bittersweet tone. It features a unique sketchy pencil art style, dreamlike visual effects, and an emotive musical score, with a demo available on Steam.
Kinforge dev Seeker Entertainment is furloughing staff
Seeker Entertainment, the developer of the action RPG Kinforge, has furloughed its staff and paused production due to a difficult fundraising environment. Despite positive playtester feedback, strong wishlist numbers on Steam, and a recent reveal trailer, the studio could not extend its seed runway further. Seeker Entertainment is continuing to seek fundraising opportunities and has encouraged its employees to look for new jobs.
The World of Revenge of the Firstborn Just Got Bigger - Official Patreon is Live
Sawtooth Games has launched an official Patreon for their tactical fantasy RPG, Revenge of the Firstborn. This initiative allows fans to support development and gain behind-the-scenes access to the game's evolving world, lore, and creative process. The game, inspired by classic 3.5 SRD rulesets, features turn-based combat, deep customization, and narrative-driven adventure, with a demo already available on Steam.
Star Wars Battlefront 2 player numbers climb again as excitement builds around returning Resurgence Day community event
Star Wars Battlefront 2 has seen a significant increase in its player count on Steam, reaching over 9,000 concurrent players ahead of the community-organized 'Resurgence Day' event. This surge, boosted by recent May the 4th celebrations, marks a notable improvement over recent months and highlights the game's enduring community engagement despite its age.
Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity Update ‘The Only Way’ Launches Next Tuesday
ArenaNet announced that the Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity update, 'The Only Way,' will launch on Tuesday, May 12. This update introduces a new map called 'Eternity's Garden,' continues the expansion's story, and adds new masteries, relics, and rewards. Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity is available for $24.99 on Steam and the official Guild Wars 2 website.
Save Your Beloved in Dark Fantasy Deckbuilder, The Vow: Vampire’s Curse
The Vow: Vampire's Curse is a dark fantasy deckbuilder from indie studio Mimyr Games, inspired by Into the Breach and Slay the Spire. Players take on the role of Richard, a knight resurrected to save his fiancée from vampires over seven nights, utilizing turn-based deckbuilding combat and strategic base defense. A demo featuring five nights is available on Steam, with the full release planned for 2026.
How The Team Behind Sniper Elite Uses A Few "Stupid" Tricks To Stand Out On Steam
Rebellion CEO Jason Kingsley discusses how the studio behind Sniper Elite and Atomfall uses simple, descriptive game titles and focuses on delivering immediate gameplay experiences to stand out on Steam. He explains that controlling budgets and ambition, along with clear naming conventions, are crucial for self-funded studios competing in a crowded market. Kingsley also touches on the importance of the refund window and how it necessitates delivering on the game's core premise early in the player's experience.
Sniper Elite Studio Has No Plans To Use Generative AI In Games, But The Conversation "Should Be More Nuanced," Says CEO
Rebellion CEO Jason Kingsley stated the studio has no plans to use generative AI in its games, but believes the industry conversation around the technology needs to be more nuanced. He suggested AI could be used as a tool to speed up iteration and assist with tasks like creating collision boxes or performing large-scale QA testing, acting as a 'force multiplier for creativity' rather than a replacement for human developers.
Distinct Possibility Studios to Launch REAPER ACTUAL into Steam Early Access on May 20th
Distinct Possibility Studios announced that their open-world persistent shooter REAPER ACTUAL will launch into Steam Early Access on May 20, 2026. The game will be available at three different price points, each offering varying amounts of in-game content. Streamers and content creators are invited to participate in playtests starting immediately.
World of Warships: Legends Sails into New Horizons with Full Release on PC
Wargaming has launched World of Warships: Legends onto PC, making it fully available on Steam and Xbox on PC, with additional benefits for Xbox Game Pass subscribers. The May update also introduces a "Blooming Mountain" campaign, Golden Week themed content, the return of Roman Empire-themed items, and the "Arpeggio of Blue Steel -Ars Nova-" collaboration.
Horizon Hunters Gathering’s Next Playtest Scheduled for May, New Hunters and Region Revealed
Guerrilla Games has announced a new closed playtest for Horizon Hunters Gathering, scheduled from May 22nd to 25th on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. This playtest will introduce two new playable Hunters, Ensa and Shadow, a new region called Breakers’ Bounty, and additional campaign content. The game is still in development with no release date announced.
Steam Controllers Launch, Sell Out
Valve's new Steam Controller has officially launched and immediately sold out, making it unavailable for purchase. The article suggests that scalpers may be contributing to the rapid depletion of stock.
Post-apocalyptic deckbuilding RPG The Dead Await gets full release this month — MP3s & NPCs
The post-apocalyptic deckbuilding RPG The Dead Await will receive its full release on May 18 for PC via Steam, after launching in Early Access in October 2024. The game features open-world exploration, resource management, and strategic card-based combat in a zombie-infested world. The article also mentions the publication MP3s and NPCs and its owner, Terrance Pryor.
Steam stops indie developer from releasing a game for infringing the copyright of his own work
An indie developer's game, Wired Tokyo 2007, was blocked from release on Steam due to alleged copyright infringement of third-party intellectual property. The developer claims to own the copyright for all assets, including board game elements used within his own game. Steam support is reportedly demanding proof of licensing or IP ownership, which the developer finds unreasonable and difficult to provide.
New Entry in MELTY BLOOD Series: MELTY BLOOD: TWI-LUMINA Set for Early 2027 Release
Aniplex announced at EVO Japan 2026 that MELTY BLOOD: TWI-LUMINA, an updated version of MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA, will be released in early 2027. The 2D fighter will feature refined battle mechanics, new characters, and a new story by Kinoko Nasu. It is set to launch on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Steam.