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Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Drops New Trailer | Console Creatures
Konami and Evil Empire have released a new trailer for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, showcasing its frantic action and 1499 Paris setting. The game, which celebrates Castlevania's 40th anniversary, features Trevor Belmont's successor using the Vampire Killer whip for traversal and combat. It is scheduled to launch in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Drops New Trailer | Console Creatures
Konami and Evil Empire have released a new trailer for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, showcasing its frantic action and 1499 Paris setting. The game, which celebrates Castlevania's 40th anniversary, features Trevor Belmont's successor using the Vampire Killer whip for traversal and combat. It is scheduled to launch in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Triple-i Initiative: Everything Revealed!
The Triple-i Initiative showcased over 40 new indie games during its 45-minute live stream. Announcements included titles like Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, SpaceCraft, Rift of the Nencrodancer x Undertale, and many more, with several games available for wishlist on Steam or launching in early access soon.
Indie Dev Drops Sylph on Steam After Playtesting — Promises More Content Coming
Indie developer softmaxfoundries has launched their game Sylph on Steam after an extensive playtesting phase, promising future content updates. The developer is actively seeking player feedback and bug reports, aiming to build a community around the game. This transparent approach, focusing on player involvement and honest communication, is highlighted as a smart strategy in the competitive indie game market.
Neverway Gets October Release Window as Free Steam Prologue Launches
Neverway, a life sim RPG with psychological horror elements, is slated for an October 2026 release on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch. A free playable prologue is now available on Steam, offering an hour of gameplay that introduces the protagonist Fiona and hints at the game's darker themes. The soundtrack is by Disasterpeace, and the development team at Coldblood Inc. has ties to games like Celeste and TowerFall.
Rust 2 Steam page appears, Facepunch immediately starts messing with fans about whether it's legit: 'Now you're all questioning yourselves, is this real? Maybe?'
A suspicious Steam page for 'Rust 2' has appeared, sparking speculation and confusion among fans. Facepunch COO Alistair McFarlane has engaged with the community, initially posting cryptic messages and later suggesting the page might be a deliberate test to see how fans react to potential fake announcements.
SoulQuest Launches on Steam May 1st
SoulBlade Studio LLC announced that their 2D Action Hack & Slash game, SoulQuest, will launch on Steam on May 1st. The game is inspired by titles such as Devil May Cry.
Jazzy stealth-action game Thick as Thieves hits PC on May 20
The stealth-action game Thick as Thieves will be released on PC via Steam on May 20. Developed by OtherSide Entertainment, the game will focus on solo and two-player co-op experiences, shifting away from its initial PvPvE concept. Console versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S have not yet been confirmed.
Prove You’re Human is the Next Game From 1000xRESIST Developer That Sees Putting an AI Dreaming to be Human in its Place | Console Creatures
Developer sunset visitor 斜陽過客 announced its next game, Prove You're Human, for PC via Steam. This first-person adventure game features a narrative where players must convince a dreaming AI that it is not human. The game incorporates real-world footage and a CAPTCHA mechanic, and is the first title published under Black Tabby Games' new publishing arm.
David Crane Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Game designer David Crane, known for Pitfall!, will be a Guest of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026. The event will also feature Dan and Garry Kitchen, who co-founded Audacity Games to create new Atari 2600 titles. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases for Shift at Midnight, Philosophie du Soi, SpaceCraft, Frostrail, Town of Zoz, and Asterfel.
4-Player Co-Op Horror Doomed Crew Launches a Steam Demo
Doomed Crew, a 1-4 player co-op horror game from Tripped Ink Games, has launched a demo on Steam. The full game, slated for release in early December 2026, puts players in the role of death row inmates undertaking dangerous missions for a corporation. The demo features randomized locations, loadout selection, upgrades, and Xbox Controller support.
SoulQuest Launches on Steam May 1st
SoulQuest, a 2D hack-and-slash action game developed by SoulBlade Studio and Tomas J Pereyra, is set to launch on Steam for PC on May 1st. The game features Celtic mythology and a Kickstarter campaign is currently available.
Graveyard Keeper 2 is coming this year, and the original is free to keep on Steam if you grab it now
Graveyard Keeper 2 is set to release this year, with its announcement trailer showcasing new features like zombie automation and quest completion. Additionally, the original Graveyard Keeper is available for free on Steam until April 13th for players to keep permanently.
Before Imagine Dragons, brothers Dan and Mac Reynolds always wanted to make videogames—now their first, Last Flag,…
Brothers Dan and Mac Reynolds, founders of Night Street Games, are releasing their first video game, Last Flag, a capture-the-flag hero shooter. The game, developed using Unity, features a soundtrack by JT Daly and will be available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on April 14th for $15.
Survival shooter Road to Vostok 'secured the entire production budget for this game for years and years to come' within 24 hours of its Steam early access launch
The hardcore survival shooter Road to Vostok has achieved significant financial success within 24 hours of its Steam early access launch, securing its entire production budget for years to come. Developer Antti Leinonen reported that the game is performing exceptionally well on Steam's sales charts and has received a 'Very Positive' user rating. Future updates will include AI improvements, a quest system, and new maps, with the full game expected in two to four years.
Baldur’s Gate and Diablo-Like DarkStone Is Relaunching as DarkStone Restoration
The 1999 action RPG Darkstone is relaunching on Steam as DarkStone Restoration, with original creator Paul Cuisset overseeing improvements to stability, compatibility, and controls. This reworked version will also feature an enhanced Quest Editor. The original game, released by Delphine Software and Microids, featured dungeon crawling, loot hunting, and cooperative play.
Missing The Point, the Surreal Fishing Game Designed to be Finished in a Single Session
The fishing game Missing The Point, developed by Burner Phone and published by In The Keep, is now available on PC (Steam, Itch.io) and PlayStation 5. Designed to be completed in a single session, the game features a branching narrative, hand-painted art, and a dynamic soundscape, priced at $7.99 USD.
Co-Op Detective Horror Title Shift at Midnight Launching May 28
The co-op detective horror title Shift at Midnight, developed by Bun Muen and Kwalee, is set to launch on PC via Steam on May 28. The game tasks players with managing a gas station at night while also acting as detectives to ensure customers are human. It features multiplayer with proximity chat and randomly generated shifts.
En första Samson-patch på fredag – svåra buggar "oacceptabla" säger skaparen
The Swedish action game Samson, developed by Liquid Swords, is releasing its first patch on Friday to address critical bugs and performance issues that plagued its launch. Creative director Christofer Sundberg acknowledged the problems as "unacceptable" and promised ongoing improvements and content additions. The game, which features a mix of driving and combat, is available on Steam and Epic Games Store.
Co-op pirate survival game Windrose hits PC in early access on April 14
The co-op pirate survival game Windrose will launch in early access on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Stove on April 14 for $30. Developed by Windrose Crew, the game features procedural generation with handcrafted points of interest, allowing players to sail solo or with friends, engage in ship combat, and explore a world with farming, fishing, crafting, and base building systems. The developers plan for an early access period of 1.5 to 2.5 years, aiming to add significant new content.