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PAX East 2027 Returns to the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center Apr. 22-25, 2027
PAX East 2027 will return to the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston from April 22-25, 2027. The event, organized by ReedPop and Penny Arcade, celebrated over a hundred thousand attendees in 2026 with highlights including demos for Pokopia and Pokemon Champions, a keynote by Xalavier Nelson Jr., and a panel for IllFonic's Halloween featuring John Carpenter. The show also featured new game premieres like Wyldheart, an expo hall, and various community events.
Salvation Denied Announcement - Build Big, Fall Hard
Digital Vortex Entertainment and Firevolt have announced Salvation Denied, a 1-4 player cooperative building simulation game featuring physics-driven construction and chaotic co-op gameplay. An open playtest is available on Steam for one week, with the full game launching on PC in Fall 2026 and on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X in 2027. The game emphasizes teamwork and improvisation as players build massive structures on a hostile planet while dealing with environmental hazards and unusual tools.
Panic Delivery: 4-Player Co-op Horror-Comedy Launching in Early Access Q2 2025 | Invision Game Community
Invader Studios has announced Panic Delivery, a 4-player co-op horror-comedy game launching in Early Access on PC via Steam in Q2 2025. Players take on the roles of disposable couriers delivering packages in a dystopian, monster-infested world, featuring a shared 99 Lives system and procedurally generated environments.
Industrial Automation Meets Saturation Firepower. PlanetForge Protocol is coming soon to Steam
Publisher 2P Games and developer Railstar Games have announced PlanetForge Protocol, a new sci-fi strategy game combining industrial automation with tower defense elements, set to release on Steam. Players will build automated production lines and defensive structures on an alien planet, with the ultimate goal of constructing planet-orbiting megastructures. The game recently received third place at the 4th Sci-Fi Planet Awards.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Announces Closed Beta | Invision Game Community
Owlcat Games has announced that The Expanse: Osiris Reborn will launch its closed beta on April 22, 2026, for players who purchase specific editions. The beta will be available on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, showcasing zero-gravity combat and exploration. The full game is slated for a Spring 2027 release on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.
Cinderia is now out on Steam Early Access
Cinderia, a fast-paced rogue-lite action game from independent developer MyACG Studio, has launched in Early Access on Steam for $17.99. The game features a dark fairytale narrative, a combat system focused on skill and rhythm fusion, and extensive customization options. MyACG Studio plans frequent updates and content additions based on player feedback during the Early Access period.
Facepunch signed a license with Valve to allow standalone releases from s&box
Facepunch Studios has signed a new licensing agreement with Valve that allows users of its Source 2-based game, s&box, to export and release their creations as standalone games on Steam royalty-free. This development, a spiritual successor to Garry's Mod, aims to foster a diverse ecosystem of player-made and independent titles. The company is also working on its own licensing framework for developers and plans to pilot the feature with select individuals.
Persona Anniversary Chibi Art Reveals Philemon in Sea Paradise Collaboration
As part of the Persona 30th anniversary, a collaboration with Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise has revealed new chibi art featuring Philemon. Persona 4 Revival is confirmed for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam, with Persona 4 Golden available on multiple platforms including Game Pass.
Schedule I Anniversary Update Brings Golden Gun and More
Developer and publisher TVGS has released an anniversary update for its drug-dealing simulation game, Schedule I. The update, developed in about a week, adds a golden M1911 weapon, a reorder feature for the delivery app, dynamic reticles, and delivery notifications. It also includes various gameplay tweaks and improvements, such as a redesign for the delivery app and adjustments to NPC threat response.
You Might Never Hold Your Steam Library In Your Hands, But This New Game Is The Next Best Thing
The new PC game Boxroom allows players to virtually organize their Steam library onto shelves within a designed room, mimicking the satisfaction of physical game collection management. A demo is available now, with a full release scheduled for Q2 2026. The game auto-generates boxes with screenshots and allows launching directly into installed titles.
PANTALOON ANNOUNCES BOXROOM - A GAME ALLOWING PLAYERS TO ARRANGE & DISPLAY THEIR STEAM LIBRARY
Pantaloon and Nested Loop Studios have announced BOXROOM, a new game that allows players to design and display their Steam game library in a virtual room. A demo is available now on Steam as part of the House and Home Fest, with an Early Access release planned for Spring. The game aims to appeal to players who enjoy organizing their collections and offers features like decorating the room and launching games directly from the library.
Crimson Desert hits a new Steam peak of over 276,000 players on its second weekend as Pearl Abyss removes AI art and…
Crimson Desert has achieved a new peak Steam player count of over 276,000 during its second weekend, surpassing its initial launch success. Pearl Abyss has also addressed player concerns by removing AI-generated assets that were accidentally included in the retail version.
Crimson Desert gets a new patch to start the week – here’s what it brings with it
Crimson Desert has received a new patch, version 1.01.01, primarily focused on bug fixes and gameplay smoothing for the Steam version of the PC client. The update addresses issues with mounts, enemy behavior, abilities, and UI quirks, with console and other PC platform patches to follow at a later date.
Embark On An Adventurous Poultry Pandemonium In ‘Gonzalo The Chicken’ Clucking Its Frisky Feathers On STEAM
Indie developer and publisher WhaleplaneStudios announced Gonzalo the Chicken - Episode I, a platform adventure game coming to PC via STEAM in Q3 2026. Players control Gonzalo as he battles monstrous Crocogators using an explosive companion named Azzar, exploring diverse low-poly environments. The game features mechanics like combo attacks, flapping to extend jumps, and collecting bomb goo to upgrade Azzar with fire, homing, and sticky mutations.
Ghost Hunting Journal Gains Viral Attention Across Social Media, Demo Now Available on Steam.
Spicy Games and Okasan's Recipe announced that their supernatural adventure game, Ghost Hunting Journal, has gained significant viral attention on social media for its hand-drawn anime style and unique ghost-hunting gameplay. A playable demo is now available on PC via Steam, allowing players to experience the narrative-driven investigation and dual-protagonist mechanics.
‘Destroy the Wall’ 1.0 Finally Arrives with Three Endings on Steam
Indie game Destroy the Wall has officially launched its 1.0 version on Steam after an early access period. The full release includes three new story areas, multiple endings, significant graphical improvements with full illustrations for flashback scenes, and various gameplay and technical enhancements. The developers emphasized their commitment to a polished launch, incorporating player feedback and adding features like Steam Achievements and more frequent saves.
Steam Revamps Regional Pricing System to Better Assist Game Developers - GameHaunt
Valve has updated Steamworks pricing tools to support automated regional pricing across 37 currencies using three distinct conversion models. These new features aim to assist solo developers and small indie studios in setting fair prices without manually tracking exchange rates. The system offers options like Exchange Rate Conversion, Purchasing Power Conversion, and Multi-variable Conversion, while developers retain full control over final pricing.
Two-Person Indie Team Launches ‘Beneath the Quiet’ After 1.5-Year Grind
A two-person indie team has launched their first published game, 'Beneath the Quiet: Where It Ends,' on Steam after 18 months of dedicated development. The team worked 8-10 hours daily, seven days a week, and completely overhauled the game's story, mechanics, and visuals multiple times. This launch highlights the persistence and passion required in the challenging indie game development space.
Crimson Desert Patch Propels It to New All-Time Concurrent Player Peak on Steam
Pearl Abyss's Crimson Desert has reached an all-time concurrent player peak of 276,261 on Steam, surpassing its launch numbers. Recent patches addressing issues, adding features like permanent mounts and quality-of-life improvements, and removing AI-generated assets have significantly boosted player reception and game ratings. The company is prioritizing base game sales and user satisfaction over immediate DLC plans, though future platform expansions are being considered.
Five new Steam games you probably missed (March 30, 2026)
This article highlights five new games released on Steam around March 2026: The Wide Open Sky is Running out of Catfish, a cozy photography sim; The Scourge, a first-person horror set in 1990s Vietnam; Chained Wheels, a co-op truck driving game; Dungeon Bodega Simulator, a potion shop management sim; and DVD Survivors, a Vampire Survivors-like inspired by DVD screensavers.
