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TCG Card Shop Simulator finally hits 1.0 on Steam after 4 million players, 96% positive reviews, and 2 years in early…
TCG Card Shop Simulator has officially launched version 1.0 on Steam after two years in early access, attracting over 4 million players and maintaining a 96% positive review score. The update also brings the game to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, alongside existing PC and Xbox Series X/S versions. The developer, Ding Shen Sia, expressed surprise at the game's success, which far exceeded his initial expectations.
After nearly a year of silence following its last-minute delay, Kingmakers resurfaces with an extended gameplay video…
Developer Redemption Road has released an extended gameplay video for Kingmakers, nearly a year after its initial delay. The video showcases strategic elements like army leading and settlement management, alongside the core combat. A playtest signup is now open, though a new release date has not yet been announced.
The Steam ripoff market is so bad that viral game Needle In A Haystack Simulator is facing 8 copycats before release and has slapped "original" on itself to clarify
The upcoming Steam game Needle In A Haystack Simulator by Studio Bitdot is facing significant issues with copycat titles appearing on the platform before its release. To combat this, the developers have added "Original" to their listing. The game involves finding a needle within a massive haystack and is set to release in the last quarter of the year.
Wardogs Devs Are Watching Economy Cheaters Like Hawks
Developer Bulkhead is implementing strict anti-cheating and exploit policies for its popular early access game, Wardogs. The studio announced that players caught farming money or experience through exploits will face temporary or permanent bans, with specific penalties outlined for different offenses. Bulkhead is open to feedback on the policy's severity.
Blizzard say Battle.net isn't looking to fight Steam and Epic for supermassive storefront supremacy, despite recently nabbing The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077
Blizzard Entertainment's Battle.net storefront is not aiming to compete with Steam or the Epic Games Store for sheer volume of games. Instead, senior vice president Andrew Guerrero stated that Battle.net will maintain a focused approach, curating a selection of high-quality titles that appeal to their core audience, including recent additions like The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077.
Grail Review | TheXboxHub
Grail is an ambitious roguelike deckbuilder that attempts a unique 'autopilot' card-playing system, where players manage decks and strategy but don't directly play cards. While the deck management and customization are praised as some of the best in the genre, the core gameplay loop of watching matches unfold without direct interaction becomes boring and unsatisfying. The game also suffers from slow character unlocks and a lack of compelling reasons for repeated playthroughs, ultimately failing to fully realize its innovative premise.
Graveheart Announced – A British Comedy-Horror Retro FPS news
Graveheart is a new retro first-person shooter announced, blending British comedy horror with fast-paced action and cursed weapons. Players will take on the role of a British soldier fighting an undead Scottish army led by William Wallace. The game is planned for a Q1 2027 release on PC via Steam, with a demo coming in October 2026.
Roblox plan to grow their absurd gaming empire even further by letting devs release games as "standalone apps", potentially via Steam, Epic, and GOG
Roblox is planning to allow developers to release their games as standalone applications across various platforms, including PC storefronts like Steam and Epic Games Store, with Roblox powering the underlying technology. This initiative, dubbed 'Roblox Everywhere,' aims to give developers more flexibility and reach. The platform is also introducing browser-based joining, offline singleplayer options, and a new wallet feature managed by Airwallex for easier revenue conversion.
Nights of Nil Makes Every Island a 10-Night Fight
Glass City Games announced Nights of Nil, an action-strategy colony sim where players reclaim a necromancer-held archipelago island by island. The game is set to launch on Steam in Q1 2027, with a free demo available now. Players manage settlements, gather resources, and defend against nightly monster attacks, with each island requiring a 10-night survival period.
Cyberpunk 2077 is coming to Battle.net for some reason, and Geralt will be in Diablo 4
Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion will be released on Blizzard's Battle.net digital storefront later this year, joining other non-Blizzard titles. Additionally, Geralt from The Witcher series will appear as a barbarian skin in Diablo 4 for players who pre-purchase The Witcher 3's Songs of the Past DLC on Battle.net. The collaboration also includes Edgerunners-themed cosmetics for Overwatch next year.
After more than 400 hours of Valheim in early access, I love the journey from naked adventurer to godly Viking now more…
After over 400 hours in early access, the author expresses deep satisfaction with Valheim's journey from a basic survivor to a powerful Viking, particularly with the 1.0 release and its new Deep North biome. Significant improvements to the building UI, boss reworks, and clearer progression have made the game a better experience, even warranting a fresh start.
Upcoming vampire RPG Nighthawks has been removed from Steam search and delisted in certain countries as Valve classifies…
The upcoming vampire RPG Nighthawks has been delisted from Steam search and removed in certain countries due to Valve classifying it as 'Adults Only.' Publisher Wadjet Eye Games and developer Richard Cobbett claim the game's sexual content is mild and that Valve is misinterpreting its depiction, leading to significant visibility issues and potential launch problems.
Server Queues Temper Wardogs’ Huge Early Access Debut
Wardogs achieved over one million copies sold and 350,000 concurrent players on Steam during its early access launch. However, significant server queues impacted the player experience. The game is currently PC-only, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox versions planned for 2028.
Borderlands 4 DLC Character and Free-to-Play Weekend Attract Resurgence on Steam
Borderlands 4 is experiencing a resurgence on Steam charts, driven by the popularity of its new DLC character, Loveless the Hacker. The game is also benefiting from a free-to-play weekend.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Leads Ubisoft’s Steam Test
Ubisoft is testing a new "Ubisoft Connect Services" tool that removes the separate launcher requirement for Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown on Steam. This aims to retain features like cross-progression and cross-play while streamlining the launch experience. The company stated this is an initial step and may expand to more Ubisoft games on Steam in the future.
UK studio Bulkhead's Wardogs sells over a million copies and tops 350,000 concurrent players on launch day
Bulkhead's new tactical shooter, Wardogs, has achieved over one million copies sold and surpassed 350,000 concurrent players on its launch day into Steam Early Access. Despite server congestion, the studio's CEO expressed gratitude and emphasized ongoing development and player feedback for future improvements.
Wardogs dev reflects on the FPS game's messy Steam takeover: "We either fix the queue now or we're f***ed"
Massive multiplayer shooter Wardogs experienced a chaotic launch on Steam, with over 365,000 concurrent players overwhelming the servers and causing issues with anticheat bans. Developer Bulkhead, led by figures like Howard Philpott and James Tatum-Dean, worked quickly to deploy a hotfix that resolved the login queue problems. Despite initial setbacks, the game achieved over 1.5 million sales and an 83% Steam review average.
Starfinder: Afterlight, a CRPG based on one of my favourite systems that pulled in almost $1 million on Kickstarter, is…
Starfinder: Afterlight, a CRPG based on the Starfinder 2e ruleset, has garnered significant attention, raising nearly $1 million on Kickstarter and securing voice acting from talent behind Red Dead Redemption and Baldur's Gate 3. While the current Steam demo is rough, particularly in performance and customization, it shows marked improvement from earlier builds, offering a cautiously optimistic glimpse into the game's potential.
KeyForge’s Digital Revival Faces a Long Road to Steam
Ghost Galaxy announced KeyForge Online, a digital adaptation of its unique deck card game, developed by Yellow King. A crowdfunding campaign is planned for late 2026, with a Steam release targeted for 2028 if funded. The digital version aims to preserve the game's core mechanics while adding new visual effects, and existing physical decks will be playable.
Ubisoft testar att ta bort kravet på Ubisoft Connect för sina spel på Steam
Ubisoft is testing the removal of its Ubisoft Connect requirement for games on Steam. Instead of a separate launcher, an integrated tool will handle background services like progress synchronization and challenges. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is the first title to adopt this new system, with more games planned for migration.
