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Eastwynne, a Fantasy CRPG Launches a Kickstarter on the 14th April with a Demo Available on Steam
Eastwynne, a fantasy CRPG developed by Dee (WTS₂), is launching a Kickstarter campaign on April 14th to fund its development and offer community rewards. A demo is currently available on Steam, with an early access release planned for later this year. The game features a choice-driven narrative, turn-based combat, and a magic system, with Dee drawing inspiration from anime, music, and video games.
RIDICULOUS GAMES ANNOUNCES A RIDICULOUS WASTE OF TIME, A FUN-FILLED MINI-GAME COLLECTION LAUNCHING ON STEAM
Ridiculous Games has announced the release of A Ridiculous Waste of Time, a collection of mini-games available for free on Steam for a limited time. The collection features diverse genres including dice-digging, puzzle, rhythm, stacking, and Blackjack, with plans for future additions and platform releases. The game is designed for offline play and includes local leaderboards and achievements.
Sprint City from the creators of SpeedRunners arrives on Steam
Sprint City, a new Early Access 2D competitive platformer from the creators of SpeedRunners, has launched on Steam and Linux. The game features momentum-based movement, online multiplayer for up to 8 players, and solo time trials. It is set to officially release on March 31, 2026.
April Fools' Day 2026 Gaming Roundup
Gaming studios participated in April Fools' Day 2026 with various humorous announcements and fake game reveals. Notable entries include Pathea Games' 'My Time Restaurant', Square Enix's 'NieR Cosmic Horror', and CD Projekt Red's 'Project R.O.A.C.H.' which lets players control Geralt's horse Roach. Other pranks involved a 'Warhammer 40k' musical and 'Parkitect' becoming 'Frogitect'.
"We aren't just still going, we are growing." How The Division 2 has attracted more players than ever seven years on from release
Seven years after its release, The Division 2 is experiencing a resurgence in player count, attributed to strong live service support and community engagement. Developers at Ubisoft Massive emphasize the importance of listening to players and investing in technology to maintain the game's longevity and ambitious content roadmap, which now includes The Division 3.
Welcome to Café Lumière! ~A Dragon Girl Concept Café~ Releasing On April 23rd
The visual novel Welcome to Café Lumière! ~A Dragon Girl Concept Café~, developed by Cutephoria, will be released on Steam on April 23, 2026. This comedic visual novel features artwork by Koucha and won the 2025 Moe Game Awards Monthly Prize in November 2025. The story follows a dragon who takes a vacation in another world and becomes involved with concept cafes.
VACUUM! AIM! HIGH SCORE!
PLANETA Co., Ltd. has announced that the Steam store page for "Fruitimo! Juicy Night Ride" is now live, with wishlists available. This score attack action game, set in the nighttime theme park Kajune Land, is scheduled for release in September 2026 on PC via Steam. Players will control a drone taxi to collect fruits and achieve high scores.
Registration Now Open for Last Pirates: Die Together Open Playtest on Steam, Running April 17-19
RetroStyle Games has opened registration for the Last Pirates: Die Together open playtest on Steam, running from April 17-19. This co-op pirate horror game allows up to four players to explore, complete objectives, and survive threats on a dangerous island. The playtest aims to gather player feedback before future milestones.
Above The Snow hits Steam on April 23 — MP3s & NPCs
Above The Snow, a story-driven tycoon game from Above The Desk, is set to release on Steam on April 23. The game features mid-century modern lodge customization, trail management, and survival elements in the 1960s Alps. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Rebellion’s Alien Deathstorm Storms Xbox Game Pass in 2027
Rebellion has announced Alien Deathstorm, a new game set to launch in 2027 across multiple platforms including Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5. The title will be available day-one on Xbox Game Pass, highlighting Rebellion's strategy for broad accessibility and a polished release.
Indie Dev’s First Game Sets Stage for ‘Most Immersive VR Dungeon Crawler’
Indie developer Ethan has released his first game, Wizards and Warlocks, on Steam and announced plans for an ambitious VR dungeon crawler. This upcoming VR experience aims for extreme immersion, including pain simulation and advanced AI, with development slated to begin in September. Ethan acknowledges the challenges of solo development and experimental features, but is committed to pushing the boundaries of immersive gaming.
Kernel Hearts Demo Out Now on Steam and Epic Ahead of 2026 Launch
A playable demo for the action RPG roguelike Kernel Hearts is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game, which features co-op play, magical girl transformations, and a premise involving climbing the Tower of Babel, is slated for a full launch in 2026 on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
My 5 favorite cozy games in Steam's House and Home sale
This article highlights five cozy games available during Steam's House and Home Fest sale, focusing on titles that involve building, organizing, or cleaning. Featured games include Creature Kitchen, PowerWash Simulator 2, Hozy, Unpacking, and My Little Life, with mentions of other sale titles like Idle Island and Tools Up.
Steam Users Demand Answers as Two-Word Post Goes Viral
A two-word post on Reddit's Steam community, "Explain yourself," has gone viral, garnering nearly 20,000 interactions and uniting thousands of Steam users who feel something needs addressing. This organic moment highlights growing player awareness and scrutiny of gaming platforms' business decisions and policies, putting pressure on Valve to respond.
Action RPG 'Kernel Hearts' Demo Now Available on Steam and Epic Games Store
A free demo for the action-RPG roguelike Kernel Hearts is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Developed by EPHEMERA and published by Whitethorn Games, the game features high-speed combat, a magical transformation system, and co-op multiplayer. Kernel Hearts is slated for a 2026 release on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Tiny Metal 2 Preview – Tactical Combat That Feels Fast and Familiar
Tiny Metal 2, a tactical combat game heavily inspired by Advance Wars, offers a fast-paced and visually distinct experience reminiscent of Game Boy Advance titles. The preview highlights snappy controls, weighty combat impacts, and memorable commander designs. The full release will feature online co-op and versus modes, with a playtest available on Steam.
2D Metroidvania Little Nemo And The Guardians of Slumberland Is Now Available on Steam!
Little Nemo and The Guardians of Slumberland, a 2D Metroidvania developed by DIE SOFT and directed by Dave Mauro, has been released on Steam. The game features a hand-animated world inspired by Winsor McCay's comics and an original soundtrack by Peter Berkman of Anamanaguchi. A Nintendo Switch version is planned for later this year.
Draw the Sword: Legends of the Round Table now available on Steam.
Artifice Studio has released its Arthurian epic, Legends of the Round Table, on Steam for $29.99 USD. The game allows players to lead legendary knights, manage their court, and make choices that impact the kingdom's future. Key features include medieval art and music, court management, turn-based tactical combat, and a branching narrative.
'KERNEL HEARTS' DEMO NOW LIVE ON STEAM
The demo for Kernel Hearts, an action RPG roguelike with 4-player co-op, is now available on Steam and Epic Games Store. The game is set to release in 2026 for PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, featuring players ascending the Tower of Babel to dethrone God.
Zero Parades, the spy game from Disco Elysium studio ZA/UM, is coming in May
ZA/UM's new espionage game, Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, is set to launch on PC on May 21, with Steam Deck verification at launch and a PlayStation 5 version to follow. The studio is prioritizing day-one voice acting and text localization in five languages, with more planned through 2027, aiming to improve upon the rollout of Disco Elysium's localizations.
