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Marvel Tokon Stumbles to Mixed Steam Reviews as 'Miserable' PC Port Complaints Prompt Response From Arc System Works
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has received mixed reviews on Steam due to numerous technical issues with its PC port, including PlayStation account requirements and anti-cheat problems. Arc System Works has acknowledged the complaints and is reportedly working on a response.
On Sale
THQ Nordic is holding an official publisher sale on Steam, featuring discounts on a variety of their published titles. The sale highlights the company's extensive catalog available on the PC platform.
The Best Otome Games To Play That Aren’t Love And Deepspace
This guide highlights several otome games available on PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile platforms that offer alternatives to Love and Deepspace. It features a variety of titles, from real-time texting simulations like Mystic Messenger to darker, mystery-infused narratives such as Collar X Malice and Even If Tempest, as well as visually distinct games like Jack Jeanne.
Re:Night Re:Leased
Seahorse Games and HARRISONWORLD have launched Re:Night, a roguelike deckbuilding RPG, on Windows and macOS via Steam. The game is available with a 10% launch discount.
Chop Chop Inc. Released
The furniture-making simulation game Chop Chop Inc. has been released on Steam by developers NullRef Entertainment and rokaplay. The game has garnered over 100,000 wishlists.
Launch day performance issues and forced logins take another victim: Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls sees mixed Steam…
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, developed by Arc System Works, is experiencing significant performance issues and forced PSN logins on PC, leading to a 'Mixed' user rating on Steam. Players report low frame rates and poor online play, with some noting high CPU utilization and issues with the anti-cheat system on Linux. Despite these technical problems, the game's core gameplay is praised, and initial player counts are comparable to its open beta.
Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer beta blows past series' records on Steam
The multiplayer beta for Gears of War: E-Day has set a new record for the series on Steam, with a peak of 14,331 concurrent players in its first 24 hours. This figure surpasses previous entries like Gears of War 5 and Gears of War: Tactics, though the article notes context regarding PC availability and alternative storefronts. The beta includes both PvP versus and Horde modes, with further player engagement expected as the weekend progresses and the free-to-play period begins.
Leafy Corner Achievements Guide - How to 100% on Steam
This guide details how to achieve 100% of the achievements in Leafy Corner, a cozy plant shop management game available on Steam. It lists all specific achievements and the requirements to unlock them, such as selling plants, growing specific types, and increasing shop reputation.
Gears of War: E-Day's Steam player peak has already passed the series' all-time record, and it's still…
The beta for Gears of War: E-Day has achieved a new all-time concurrent player record for the series on Steam, surpassing 14,000 players. This peak occurred during the early access phase for pre-order customers and Game Pass Ultimate subscribers, before the full open beta begins on August 13. The game is set to release on October 6 for Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Quake gets a free new chapter promising "ferocious combat, labyrinthine level design, and nightmarish realms" to celebrate its 30th birthday
To celebrate Quake's 30th anniversary, Id Software and MachineGames have released a free expansion for the 2021 enhanced version, titled Dawn of the Machine. This new chapter introduces 19 new maps, new enemies like the Rocket Ogre, and weapons such as the Super Axe and Laser Cannon, all available on PC via Steam, Microsoft Store, and Game Pass.
A Giant Toad Starts A Wild Adventure In John Fox
John Fox, a retro-inspired 2D beat 'em up developed by 9Ratones and published by Ratalaika Games, is now available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Steam. The game features pixel-art graphics and a story about a retired super soldier seeking revenge on a murderous toad.
Wholesome Games Celebration 2026
The Wholesome Games Celebration 2026 event is currently live on Steam. This third-party festival is sponsored by Wholesome Games and showcases a variety of titles on PC.
Tiny Teams Steam Fest
Steam is hosting a Tiny Teams Fest, an unofficial event sponsored by Yogscast that celebrates games developed by solo developers and small teams. The festival features a week-long sale on participating indie titles.
Arise Dark Lord is an action-RTS hybrid styled like a Lord of the Rings map where you raise an army of the undead to kill all humans
Arise Dark Lord is an upcoming action-RTS hybrid that blends real-time strategy, tower defense, and base building elements, allowing players to control an evil overlord. The game features a map aesthetic inspired by The Lord of the Rings and is slated for a 2027 release, with a prototype available on itch.io and a Steam wishlist option.
A Forgotten 2005 PS2 Visual Novel Slipped Onto Steam With No Announcement At All
The 2005 PlayStation 2 visual novel compilation My Merry May with be has been quietly released on Steam by MAGES. Inc. without any announcement. While the compilation, which includes My Merry May and My Merry Maybe, is now available in the West, it remains Japan-only with no English translation. This release highlights the challenges of game preservation and localization for older titles.
Tower Tactics 2 Announced
Assemble Entertainment and asraworks have announced Tower Tactics 2, a deckbuilding tower defense roguelike. The game is set to launch in Early Access on Steam for PC in the third quarter of this year.
Forget Steam’s Summer Sale: Here Are Five Must-Play Games You Can Get Even Cheaper
This article highlights five PC games available on sale through Fanatical, suggesting they are better deals than Steam's Summer Sale. Featured titles include Monster Hunter Wilds, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Nioh 3, and Dynasty Warriors: Origins, with discounts up to 63%.
Beautiful Stardew Valley rival Fields of Mistria pulls near-flawless Steam rating with 1.0 launch
Fields of Mistria, a farming and life simulation game developed by NPC Studio, has achieved a near-flawless 'overwhelmingly positive' rating on Steam following its 1.0 launch. The game, considered a strong alternative to Stardew Valley, blends familiar mechanics with modern conveniences and features a striking visual style inspired by '90s anime. The full release includes expanded romance options, combat, and quality-of-life improvements, and is also fully Steam Deck verified.
Getting Ill: Understanding the grossest horror game in development and how it takes more than a few cues from Valve's seminal shooter Half-Life 2
Ill is a highly anticipated horror game developed by Team Clout and published by Mundfish, noted for its extreme gore and detailed visuals. Director Maxim Verehin draws inspiration from Half-Life 2 for its physics-based combat and immersive storytelling, aiming to create a visceral and interactive experience. Despite its shocking content, the game also incorporates crafting and exploration elements, with a planned release for PC, Xbox Series, and PlayStation consoles around 2027.
Why Gaming Is Becoming One Giant Digital Entertainment Ecosystem
Gaming has evolved from a niche hobby into a vast digital entertainment ecosystem, integrating consoles, PCs, mobile devices, and cloud streaming. Modern platforms now combine communication, commerce, and entertainment, with features like live streaming, subscription models, and cross-platform play fostering larger communities. Technologies like cloud gaming, VR, and AR further enhance immersion and accessibility, blurring the lines between playing, watching, and interacting, positioning gaming at the core of digital leisure.
