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Pirates with giant axes approach! - Roguebound Pirates enters public playtesting.
Indie developer Redbeak Games has launched public playtesting for their pirate action roguelike, Roguebound Pirates, on Steam. The game features inventory management where the player's inventory acts as their ship, naval combat, and item synergies. A full PC release is planned for Q4 2026.
DOSA DIVAS FROM OUTERLOOP GAMES OUT NOW ON PC, XBOX, PLAYSTATION, AND NINTENDO SWITCH 1 + 2
Outerloop Games has launched its narrative turn-based RPG, Dosa Divas, on PC, Steam, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch for $19.99 USD. The game features sisters Amani and Samara battling a fast food empire through cooking, exploration, and turn-based combat, with a 10% launch discount available.
Graveyard Keeper's mammoth success proves that giving games away for free on Steam works
Publisher tinyBuild found significant success by offering the original Graveyard Keeper for free on Steam during a promotional weekend, coinciding with the reveal of Graveyard Keeper 2. This strategy led to a new all-time peak player count of over 46,000 concurrent players and generated substantial revenue through DLC sales, demonstrating the viability of free-to-play models for driving engagement and future sales.
Shoot ’em up ‘Shikhondo: Blue Pieta’ Launches May 18 on PC
CFK and DeerFarm announced that the side-scrolling shoot 'em up Shikhondo: Blue Pieta will launch on PC via Steam and Stove on May 18, 2026, with PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions to follow. The game features a new side-scrolling perspective, a Soul Collect system for building multipliers, and a Counter Bomb mechanic.
Tabletop-Inspired Co-op RPG, Wyldheart Hits 140,000 Wishlists on Steam as Kickstarter Reaches 80% Funded
The co-op fantasy RPG Wyldheart has surpassed 140,000 wishlists on Steam and its Kickstarter campaign is 80% funded with 16 days remaining. Developed by Wayfinder Studios, a 10-person remote team including veterans from EA DICE, Embark Studios, and Mojang, the game is designed around flexible co-op play inspired by tabletop RPGs. The studio aims to fund its route to Early Access via Kickstarter, with a full release targeted before the end of 2027.
Announcing Dread Admiral Get exclusive access before
Tescrin Games has announced Dread Admiral, a single-player turn-based naval strategy game with roguelite progression, set to release on PC via Steam in Q3 2026. The game will feature persistent fleet progression, NPC commanders with distinct personalities, and multiple game modes. Playable demos are planned for May and June 2026.
7 Beginner Tips In Windrose To Become A True Pirate Captain
Windrose, a pirate survival RPG, has launched into early access on PC. This guide offers seven beginner tips to help players navigate the game's challenging combat, stat progression, resource management, and building mechanics. Key advice includes mastering blocking, utilizing stat points and talents, strategic use of firearms, prioritizing essential looting, following the map, managing healing items, and a workaround for moving built objects.
Warhammer Classics Launches on Steam – 20+ Legendary Games Return | Invision Game Community
SNEG and Games Workshop have launched Warhammer Classics on Steam, bringing over 20 iconic Warhammer games back to PC with modern compatibility. This initiative focuses on game preservation, making titles like Warhammer: Shadow of the Horned Rat and Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate accessible again. All updated games retain their original gameplay while running smoothly on current hardware, with limited-time launch discounts available.
Windrose Launches in Early Access – Co-Op Pirate Survival Game Already Climbing Steam Charts | Invision Game
The co-op pirate survival game Windrose has launched in Early Access on Steam, Epic Games Store, and Stove. Developed by Kraken Express, the game features survival mechanics, base building, souls-lite combat, and seamless transitions between land exploration and naval combat. It also includes co-op ship controls where players can share responsibilities on board.
14 tons of Steam Controllers appear to have just arrived in the US, hinting at imminent release date
A large shipment of Steam Controllers, weighing approximately 14 tons, has arrived in the US, suggesting an imminent release date for Valve's new peripheral. The shipment, originating from Taiwan, hints at a substantial quantity of units ready for distribution. This new iteration of the Steam Controller features a dual-stick design and improved touchpad controls, differentiating it from its predecessor.
Windrose off to a flyer with good player numbers as the pirate genre gets a new poster child
Windrose, formerly known as Crosswinds, has seen a successful launch with over 25,000 players on Steam and a 'Very Positive' rating. The game pivoted from PvP to PvE during development, a change that appears to have benefited its reception. Currently available in PC Early Access, there are no immediate plans for a console release on platforms like PlayStation 5 or Xbox.
Gamers Turn to Screenshots for Perfect Game Recommendations
Gamers are increasingly using screenshots to discover new games, relying on visual cues like art style and mood rather than traditional marketing. Platforms like Steam and communities like Reddit facilitate this trend, allowing users to share and recommend games based on evocative imagery. This method cuts through marketing noise and taps into the emotional experience of gaming, highlighting a shift towards finding games that match a player's current mood.
Koshmar: The Last Reverie revealed with a nightmarish trailer
Koshmar: The Last Reverie is an upcoming action RPG where players control Violet, who can enter dreams to battle nightmares that are plaguing her city. The game features a gothic-inspired dieselpunk setting, choices that affect the story's ending and character perception, and roguelite elements through replayable Nightmare Rifts. A trailer has been released, and the game is available to wishlist on Steam.
Krafton's publisher status vanishes from Subnautica 2 Steam and Epic Games Store pages amid ongoing legal drama
Krafton is no longer listed as the publisher for Subnautica 2 on Steam and the Epic Games Store, following ongoing legal disputes between the parent company and former leadership at developer Unknown Worlds Entertainment. This change occurred amidst legal battles concerning leadership changes, game delays, and alleged breaches of agreement.
Various Warhammer Classics arrive on Steam along with some returning upgraded games
Games Workshop has announced the release of several classic Warhammer titles on Steam, with some receiving upgrades. Newly available games include Warhammer: Shadow of the Horned Rat and Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate, among others. Many of these titles have been updated with features like Steam Cloud support, achievements, and higher resolution options.
Krafton are no longer listed as Subnautica 2's publishers on Steam and the Epic store, following a quiet switch
Krafton is no longer listed as the publisher for Subnautica 2 on Steam and the Epic Games Store, with developers Unknown Worlds now solely credited. This change follows recent legal actions between Krafton and former studio leads, and Ted Gill has been reinstated as Unknown Worlds CEO. While Krafton's name has been removed from the publisher sections, it still appears in the 'Franchise' section on Steam.
SOEDESCO® reveals Story Trailer for Truck Driver: The American Dream on Steam
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai have released a story trailer for Truck Driver: The American Dream, highlighting its narrative focus on legacy and ambition. The game, coming to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, will feature new missions, an additional truck, steering wheel support, and graphical enhancements like ray tracing and DLSS/FSR support. A playable demo is available on Steam.
MEMOLITH: Forsaken by Light Sets Global Launch for April 27, Rebuilt Through Player Feedback
WEBZEN announced that MEMOLITH: Forsaken by Light, a turn-based tactical RPG developed by Black Anchor Studio, will launch globally on April 27, 2026, for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The game has been rebuilt based on player feedback from its Early Access period, introducing expanded story progression, new Survivors, redesigned gameplay flow, and enhanced tactical depth with reworked quests and upgraded systems.
Sentinel is an achievement watcher for non-Steam games on Linux
Sentinel is a new open-source tool for Linux users that allows for achievement tracking in non-Steam games. It monitors emulator achievement files, providing real-time desktop notifications for unlocks and progress updates, and includes features like game library viewing with completion stats and global achievement percentages via the Steam API.
“Nekopara Sekai Connect” Launches Simultaneously in Japan and Worldwide — Up to 220 Free Gacha Pulls Available
Good Smile Company and NEKO WORKs have launched their new mobile game, Nekopara Sekai Connect, globally on iOS and Android. The game, a catgirl community RPG and the latest in the Nekopara series, is also scheduled for a Steam release in fall 2026. Players can receive up to 220 free gacha pulls through login bonuses, and a limited-time event featuring new songs and rewards begins on April 17.