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Several games have announced their release dates or windows. The 7th Guest Remake released a trailer on June 4th. Brigandine: The Legend of Runersia announced its release date for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Steam, and Xbox. Echo Generation 2 also revealed its official release date.
'The exhaustion on screen is 100% real': the solo dev of this 'live-action' survival game spent 40 grueling days alone in the wilderness to create it
Solo developer Dogus Cagrici spent 40 days in the wilderness of Turkey to film footage for his upcoming FMV survival game, Wordless Forest. The game aims for realism by incorporating actual footage of Cagrici's experiences, including dangerous encounters with wildlife and harsh environmental conditions. Wordless Forest is set to release on Steam in August.
Turkiye passes legislation to tighten its grip on Steam and other gaming platforms, but it's social media companies…
Turkiye's parliament has approved new legislation that will impose stricter regulations on gaming platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store. The bill, part of a broader push to protect children, includes requirements for age ratings, parental tools, and data sharing with authorities. While platforms face penalties for non-compliance, they will not be banned outright, though social media companies face more severe consequences.
Paranormasight The Mermaid’s Curse ARG Now Live with Discounts and Rewards
Square Enix has launched an alternate reality game for Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse, framing players as potential tour guides investigating a disappearance. To promote the ARG, the game is available at a discount on Steam, iOS, and Android. The first 400 players to complete the ARG and register will receive a free Steam code for the game.
Kwalee Games Proudly Showcased During Second Wind Games Showcase
The Second Wind Games Showcase featured new details on Kwalee's upcoming titles Luna Abyss, BPM Bitcrushed, and Hark the Ghoul. Other announcements included the incremental survivor Guns 'n Goblins, a trailer for ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies, and Deep Dish Dungeon coming to Xbox Game Pass. Two Point Museum's Arty-Facts DLC and a story trailer for Invincible VS were also revealed.
Incremental Horde-Based Survivor Guns ’n Goblins Revealed
Guns 'n Goblins is a newly revealed incremental horde-based survivor FPS where players defend a castle by destroying monsters by the thousands. Developed by Lance and Soulgame Co, the game features leveling up and upgrading weaponry from simple guns to dragon-conquering arms. The game is available to wishlist on Steam.
Hellforged Steam Playtest: Risk vs Reward in Demonic Invasion
Independent developer Moonpyre and publisher Grindstone have announced Hellforged, a new game combining bullet-heaven and extraction looter mechanics. Players must decide when to extract their loot during intense demonic invasions, with a Steam playtest now available. The game features character progression through an 'Eternal Tree' system and multiple classes.
Skystone Games and Bellring Games Unveils Treacherous New 'Solemn Needles' Map for Mistfall Hunter at the ID@Xbox x IGN Preview Event
Bellring Games and Skystone Games revealed the 'Solemn Needles' map for their upcoming dark fantasy extraction RPG, Mistfall Hunter, during the ID@Xbox x IGN Preview Event. The new trailer showcases the treacherous biome featuring towering rock formations and new enemies. Mistfall Hunter is set to release on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5.
Luna Abyss Launches May 21 on PS5, Xbox, and PC
Kwalee and Kwalee Labs announced that Luna Abyss will launch on May 21, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and other platforms. The single-player action-adventure game features first-person platforming, story-driven exploration, and bullet-hell combat as players descend into a derelict megastructure on a mimic moon.
Stormforge launches in Early Access in 2026
The cel-shaded fantasy survival crafting game Stormforge is set to launch in Early Access for PC via Steam in 2026. Further details regarding specific features and content for the early access period are expected closer to the release date.
OCCULT DETECTIVE ADVENTURE INKBLOOD DEBUTS NEW TRAILER & STEAM PLAYTEST IN SECOND WIND GAMES SHOWCASE
CRITICAL REFLEX and developer Hey Bird! revealed a new trailer and a Steam playtest for their occult detective adventure game Inkblood during the Second Wind Games Showcase. The playtest allows players to investigate two cases in a hand-animated world inspired by 19th-century Eastern Europe. Inkblood is set to officially release later this year.
IGN Live 2026 Partner Lineup to Include The Legend of Vox Machina and More
IGN Live 2026 has revealed its partner lineup for the June event, featuring titles such as The Legend of Vox Machina Season 4, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, and PowerWash Simulator 2. The convention will also showcase new trailers and demos for games like ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies and Deep Dish Dungeon, with the latter launching day one on Xbox Game Pass. The event will take place from June 6 to June 7 in Los Angeles.
Lostbound Revealed as Zelda-Like Roguelite With Collapsing Paths and Relentless Pursuit
Indie developer Tenkarider and publisher Tambù Digital have announced Lostbound, an action-adventure roguelite inspired by classic Zelda titles, set to release on PC via Steam in 2026. The game features a collapsing world where player movement permanently alters the terrain, and a relentless force known as The Hand pursues the player, creating a constant sense of pressure and risk management.
ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies “Whole Sick Crew” Trailer Released
ZA/UM Studio has released a new trailer for their upcoming espionage RPG, ZERO: PARADES: For Dead Spies, focusing on the "Whole Sick Crew" of characters. The game is set to launch on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG on May 21, with a PlayStation 5 release planned for later this year.
Voidling Bound Locks in June 9 Release and New Trailers Unveil the Abyss and Expanded Steam Playtest
Indie studio Hatchery Games, founded by former Skylanders developers, has announced a June 9, 2026 release date for their monster-taming third-person shooter, Voidling Bound, on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Two new trailers showcase the game's features, including an endgame mode called 'The Abyss,' and a limited-time Steam playtest is available until April 27.
Everything you need to know about the Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake
Ubisoft is remaking Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, titled "Black Flag Resynced," set to release on July 9, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Ubisoft Singapore using an updated Anvil Engine, the remake features rebuilt assets, modern graphical enhancements like ray tracing, and updated combat and stealth mechanics. The original story and map remain intact, but multiplayer and DLC content will not be included.
Voidling Bound ‘Abyss Playtest’ now available
Hatchery Games has released a trailer for their monster-taming action RPG, Voidling Bound, introducing the "Abyss" endgame. A playtest for the Abyss mode is now available on PC via Steam until April 27. The full game is set to release on PC on June 9, with PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch versions to follow.
90’s Dungeon Horror FORBIDDEN SOLITAIRE Announces Launch Date with New Trailer
The 90s-inspired dungeon horror game Forbidden Solitaire will launch on Steam and GOG on April 30th. A new trailer showcases its unique blend of solitaire gameplay, FMV-style visuals, and a creepy digital hellscape. The game features invasive upgrades and game-changing Joker cards.
Deep Dish Dungeon Coming to Xbox Game Pass Day One
Raw Fury and Behold Studios announced that their dungeon crawler Deep Dish Dungeon will launch day one on Xbox Game Pass, PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and Steam this fall. The game will also feature Xbox handheld verification and Xbox Play Anywhere support.
Party Meets Cozy Chaos – Totopia Reveals Upcoming Beta in Showcase Debut
JNG Studio announced Totopia, a free-to-play, cross-platform social party game blending cozy life simulation with multiplayer party game elements. The game will feature customizable characters, creature companions called Atomons, and over 100 maps for various party game modes. A "Mic Check" playtest is scheduled to begin on Steam on May 7th.
