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Forest Escape: Last Train Playtest
Forest Escape: Last Train is now available for playtesting on Steam. The game features a unique premise of using a train to escape from a forest.
On Sale
Two games, TOEM: A Photo Adventure and Sandwich Simulator, are currently on sale on Steam. TOEM: A Photo Adventure is available at a 90% discount, while Sandwich Simulator has a 66% discount.
Steel Artery Arrives May 15 — A City-Building Simulation Game Set on a Moving Train
Crytivo announced that Steel Artery: Train City Builder, a city-building and management game set on a moving train, will be released on May 15, 2026, for PC via Steam. Priced at $14.99 USD, the game features autonomous citizen behavior and requires players to balance systems within limited space. The developer, SoulAge23, is an independent solo developer.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Achieves 250,000 Sales in Less Than 24 Hours - GameHaunt
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved remarkable success in its early access launch, selling 250,000 copies within approximately 16 hours on Steam and the Microsoft Store. The game, priced at $39.99, has garnered a 91% "Very Positive" rating on Steam and is also available on PC Game Pass. This strong performance marks a significant return for the classic turn-based strategy franchise after a decade-long hiatus.
A decade on, classic strategy game Heroes of Might and Magic returns triumphant, earning its budget back in just one day
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, a prequel to the classic turn-based strategy series, has achieved significant success shortly after its early access launch. Developed by Unfrozen and published by Hooded Horse, the game topped the Steam sales charts and recouped its development costs within 24 hours, selling 250,000 units in its first 16 hours. The game offers multiple modes, including a campaign, map editor, and scenarios, and is available with a launch discount.
Mr. Karate Coming to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves This May
Mr. Karate will be added to SNK's Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves in May. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The article also mentions other recent game releases and announcements, including World Heroes Perfect, Far Far West, and a LEGO SEGA Genesis model.
World Heroes Perfect ‘NEO GEO Premium Selection’ edition now available for PC
SNK has released World Heroes Perfect for PC via Steam, featuring rollback netcode with nine-player lobbies and a Practice Mode. The updated version of the 1995 fighting game is available for $19.99, with a 25 percent launch discount until May 8.
Gambonanza Released
Gambonanza, a turn-based roguelike developed by Blukulélé, is now available on PC and mobile platforms. The PC version is also available on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux with a 35% launch discount.
Betawatch: Neverness to Everness and Heroes of Might & Magic Olden Era open their gates
Several MMORPGs have launched or entered testing phases, including the full release of Neverness to Everness and early access for Heroes of Might & Magic Olden Era. TERA 2 is confirmed to be in development with Unreal Engine 5, while Scars of Honor and Gods, Death & Reapers are undergoing playtests and alpha phases respectively. Reaper Actual has secured further venture capital funding.
Abigail Debuts New Narrative Trailer at gamescom LATAM
Hapshapen Games has released a new narrative trailer for their handcrafted adventure game, Abigail, at Gamescom LATAM. The trailer showcases the game's story, visual style, and the central folk game, Azulejo, which plays a key role in the narrative as a corporate version begins to spread through the town of Kiln Bay. Abigail is available to wishlist on Steam and is the debut title from Hapshapen Games.
Far Far West is a surprise hit on Steam, but its players have one demand: A yeehaw button
Far Far West, a co-op robot cowboy shooter from French studio Evil Raptor, has become a surprise hit on Steam, selling 250,000 units in its first 48 hours of early access. While players praise its co-op gameplay, comparing it to Deep Rock Galactic and Helldivers, the community's primary demand is the addition of a 'yeehaw' button for added camaraderie and expression.
Gambonanza Is a Roguelike Chess-Builder with Gambits, Out Now
Gambonanza, a roguelike chess-builder developed by Blukulélé and published by Sidekick Publishing and Stray Fawn, is now available on Android, Steam, and iOS. The game features over 150 unique Gambits inspired by chess players and series, modified boards, and a reserve system for deploying extra pieces. It also includes mini-games and a pixel art style with a CRT filter.
Extraction RPG Wildgate’s 1.5 update overhauls its co-op PvE mode
Moonshot and Dreamhaven have released update 1.5 for their extraction game Wildgate, significantly overhauling the co-op PvE mode with five progressive zones that increase in difficulty. The update also aims to improve matchmaking and overall game feel based on community feedback. Wildgate is available on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and the Epic Games Store, with a limited-time 75% discount on Steam.
Valkyrie Initiative announces the Decadent Heir playtest is now live on Steam during Russian Games Festival 2026
Valkyrie Initiative and PRdroid Games have announced that the playtest for their narrative RPG, The Decadent Heir, is now live on Steam as part of the Russian Games Festival 2026. The limited-time playtest, running from May 1 to May 15, allows players to experience an updated first chapter and unlock an exclusive reward for the full game.
CGM Recommends: Mother's Day Gifts 2026
CGMagazine presents a curated list of technology and gaming gift ideas for Mother's Day 2026. The guide features a range of products from smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Google Pixel 10a, to laptops such as the Apple MacBook Neo and ASUS Zenbook S14, and gaming devices like the Nintendo Switch 2. It also includes accessories like the Belkin BoostCharge Pro power bank, Razer Iskur V2 chair, and EPOMAKER TH99 PRO keyboard, alongside other tech gadgets and a board game.
Cardburners - Announcement trailer
Cardburners, a fast-paced real-time card battler from Gros Chevaux, is set to release on PC via Steam on May 28th, 2026. The game features solo and online 1v1 modes, with gameplay that requires quick decision-making. Gros Chevaux previously released Unspottable in 2020.
This new deep-sea roguelike turns mining into a survival horror grind
The Subminer, a new deep-sea roguelike from developer Tech Turtles and publisher Yogscast Games, blends survival horror with mining mechanics. Set on the icy moon Enceladus, players pilot a bio-droid's submarine to explore procedurally generated depths, gather resources, and evade mysterious creatures. The game, which emphasizes a 'Live. Dive. Repeat.' loop, is set to launch on Steam in 2026.
The new PC games of May 2026: Forza, 007 First Light, and early access games galore
May 2026 is set to bring a variety of new PC game releases, including major titles like Forza Horizon 6 and 007 First Light, alongside numerous early access titles. Notable early access games include Dead as Disco, Paralives, and Shift at Midnight. The month also features significant updates for live service games such as Phasmophobia and Path of Exile 2.
Face the Kami - Gurei Arrives on Steam July 23, 2026
Astrolabe Games announced that Lobo Sagaz Studio's action game Gurei will be released on Steam for PC on July 23, 2026. Inspired by Japanese samurai cinema, Gurei features a hand-drawn art style and a deep combat system where players control Rei, a human spirit battling powerful Kami. A public demo is currently available on Steam, with console release details to be announced later.
Claw Machine Roguelike Deckbuilder Dungeon Clawler Crawls Out of Early Access
Dungeon Clawler, a roguelike deckbuilder inspired by claw machines, has officially launched its Version 1.0 after 1.5 years in Early Access. Developed and published by Stray Fawn Studio, the game is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android with various launch discounts. Version 1.0 introduces new features like Daily Challenge Mode, characters, bosses, and more unlockable content.
