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A rage-inducing co-op game: "Hold Your King"
Independent studio Next Big Games announced the demo and Steam wishlist launch for its physics-based co-op platformer, Hold Your King. The game challenges 2-4 players to carry a King and Queen on a stretcher through obstacle courses, testing their communication and coordination. A free demo is available now on Steam.
Steam’s Earth Appreciation Festival sale is here: save on more than 170 nature-focused games
Steam is hosting its Earth Appreciation Festival sale, featuring over 170 games focused on nature, climate change, and sustainability. The sale, organized by developers Slug Disco, Stray Fawn, and Mechanistry, includes titles like Terra Nil, Frostpunk 2, and Coral Island, and runs until April 24, 2026.
Airship survival RPG Echoes of Elysium receives its biggest update yet
Loric Games and Snail Games USA have released the largest update yet for their airship survival RPG, Echoes of Elysium, now in Steam Early Access. Major Update 0.18 overhauls the player experience with new movement abilities, glider progression, and numerous quality-of-life improvements based on player feedback. The update aims to make the game smoother and more engaging from the start, with future plans including controller support and Steam Deck compatibility.
Bouncy girl jump rope game Scarlet Skips announced
Indie developer Yerk Games has announced Scarlet Skips, a new roguelite game for Windows PC via Steam. The game features a bouncy girl who jump ropes using a single button, with players leveling up to choose random power-ups and create unique builds. The developer highlighted the game's silly animations and dynamic movement system, built with Unreal Engine.
Cozy Retro Visual Novel 'NOOK FALL: West Town' Officially Launches May 11
NarraTruth Games and GCORES PUBLISHING announced that the visual novel NOOK FALL: West Town will launch on PC via Steam on May 11, 2026, for $13.99 USD, with a 10% launch discount available for two weeks. The game features a hand-drawn, 1980s-inspired art style and focuses on atmosphere, exploration, and uncovering hidden memories in the fictional West Town.
Swordsmith RPG BLADESONG Gets First Major Content Update with ‘Chapter 2: The Shattered Mask’, Available Today
The swordsmith RPG Bladesong has received its first major content update, 'Chapter 2: The Shattered Mask,' available today for free on Steam and Epic Games Store. This update introduces a new story chapter with two factions, Replication Commissions challenges, and permanent forge upgrades. Bladesong is currently in Early Access and was developed by Sun and Serpent Creations, published by Mythwright.
Finally! Bigfoot Hunting - OUT NOW with a 20% discount! 🚀
Bigfoot Hunting has officially launched on Steam and is available with a 20% discount for one week. Players can track the legendary creature using various tools and their instincts in a dynamic hunting experience. Developers are also hosting a live gameplay stream on the Steam page.
Action-Adventure Bylina Out Now on Steam
Bylina, an isometric action-adventure game inspired by Slavic mythology, has been released on Steam by developer Far Far Games and publisher Digital Vortex Entertainment. The game, which features skill-based combat and a semi-open world, will also launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S later in 2026. Players who purchase the game within the first 30 days will receive exclusive Shroomie Power Armor.
Casual Creature-Breeding Sim Pond Keeper Launches a Steam Demo
The casual indie simulation game Pond Keeper, developed by Dynamic Cell Games, has launched a playable demo on Steam. The game focuses on restoring nature through creature breeding and aims for a full PC release in July 2026. The demo is available now on Steam, featuring hand-drawn art and procedurally rendered fish animations.
If Windrose isn't quenching your sealord fantasies, maybe carving out your own Libertalia in pirate citybuilder Corsair Cove will
Hooded Horse announced Corsair Cove, an island citybuilder and colony management sim developed by Limbic Entertainment, set to release in 2026. Players will build a pirate kingdom, manage resources, and send ships out for plunder. The game will feature vertical building mechanics and will be available on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Game Pass.
Chaotic Co-op Cave Adventure Pratfall Out Now on Steam
Indie developer Quad Head has released its co-op cave adventure game, Pratfall, on Steam for PC. The game features physics-driven chaos, destructible environments, and procedurally generated caves for up to four players. Pratfall is available for $7.99 USD and includes a Supporter Pack with exclusive cosmetics.
MEDIX launches first Public Playtest during Steam Medieval Fest
Buldozer Production has launched the first public playtest for their hand-drawn medieval real-time strategy game, MEDIX, on Steam. Available from April 20 to April 27 as part of Steam Medieval Fest, the playtest allows players to experience the opening two campaign missions and provide feedback to shape the game's development. Developer Josef Šmíd emphasized the importance of player feedback for refining mechanics and difficulty.
Windrose Sales Hit 1m in Under a Week
Kraken Express announced that its piratical survival-crafter Windrose has sold over one million units on PC via Steam Early Access in under a week. The game also surpassed 200,000 concurrent players. Windrose is expected to remain in Early Access for another 1.5 to 2.5 years.
Introducing Worldwide Rush: a transportation strategy tycoon designed to globally expand gaming experiences.
Memel Games Studio is developing Worldwide Rush, a transportation strategy tycoon game focused on global passenger management and logistics. The game will feature diverse regional dynamics, unique vehicles for Europe, America, and Asia, and multiple game modes including Classic, Discover, and Sandbox. Worldwide Rush is planned for release on August 20th, 2025, with a demo available in April 2025.
WARNO is the wargame you should play to get in some practice, just in case the real thing is upon us
The wargame WARNO has received a new DLC expansion called Landjut, which adds the Danish region and eight new Divisions. The game, launched in 2024, simulates a World War III scenario and is currently available at a 60% discount on Steam. The Landjut expansion introduces new strategic challenges involving the defense of Copenhagen from a Soviet invasion.
Windrose sells 1 million copies in less than a week, and as the open-world pirate game passes 220,000 concurrent Steam players, devs say the support is "absolutely astonishing"
The open-world pirate game Windrose has achieved significant success, selling over one million copies in less than a week since its early access launch on April 14. The game also set a new concurrent player record on Steam, surpassing 220,000 players. Developer Kraken Express expressed gratitude for the "absolutely astonishing" support, acknowledging player patience as they work on fixes.
Pirate Game Windrose Sells 1 Million Copies, Passes 200,000 Concurrents On Steam
The pirate-themed survival adventure game Windrose has achieved significant success, selling over 1 million copies and reaching a peak of 222,134 concurrent players on Steam. Developer Kraken Express announced these milestones, noting that the game is also available on the Epic Games Store and Stove. While currently focused on its 1.0 release, the developer has not ruled out future console ports for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Eastwynne, a Fantasy CRPG Kickstarter Has Launched with a Demo Available on Steam
Eastwynne, a fantasy isometric CRPG developed by solo developer Dee (WTS₂), has launched a Kickstarter campaign and released a demo on Steam. The game features player choices that shape the narrative, turn-based combat, and a magic system. Early access is planned for later this year.
Capcom praises Pragmata's "strong start" as the sci-fi game sells 1 million copies in just 2 days, despite not having the brand power of Resident Evil or Monster Hunter
Capcom announced that its new sci-fi action-adventure game, Pragmata, has achieved over one million sales worldwide within its first two days of release. The title, developed by a team of younger Capcom developers, features a unique blend of action and puzzle elements in an AI-ruled world. Despite lacking the brand recognition of franchises like Resident Evil or Monster Hunter, Pragmata's success is attributed to marketing initiatives, an early demo, and a multi-platform strategy including support for the Nintendo Switch.
VOID DIVER Celebrates 90,000 Wishlists with New Character Raven
VOID DIVER: Escape from the Abyss has surpassed 90,000 wishlists on Steam, prompting the release of its fourth playable character, Raven. Developed by STUDIO NEMO under LoadComplete, the game combines extraction and RPG elements with an HD-2D visual style. Future updates planned for 2026 include new content for Steam Next Fest and expanded shop management features.