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Beast of Reincarnation Released
Beast of Reincarnation has been released on PC and consoles, with the Windows version available on Steam. The game does not feature a launch discount, but a more expensive Deluxe edition is offered.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including the Need for Speed franchise, The Stanley Parable, Black Jacket, and Neon Inferno. Discounts range from 25% to 50%.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Update Brings Ability to Hide Blowpipe, Bug Fixes
Ubisoft has released a new patch for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, adding the ability to hide the blowpipe and numerous bug fixes. The update includes improvements to autosave slots, UI glitches, and quest issues, with file sizes varying across platforms like Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Game director Richard Knight previously indicated the team's commitment to long-term support for the successful title.
Here’s Your Chance To Get Lego Batman: Legacy Of the Dark Knight For Just $1
A deal is available for Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, allowing players to potentially acquire it for $1 through Fanatical's Mystery Vault Bundle. This bundle offers random Steam keys, with the chance to receive the Lego Batman title among other games. The article praises the game's humor and family-friendly approach, comparing it favorably to previous Lego titles.
Steam Cyberpunk Fest Is Full Of Hidden Gems And Modern Classics
The Steam Cyberpunk Fest 2026 is currently underway, highlighting a variety of games within the cyberpunk genre, from modern classics like Cyberpunk 2077 and its Phantom Liberty expansion to hidden gems such as Kusan: City of Wolves and Nobody Wants to Die. The sale runs from August 3-10 and features discounts on numerous titles that explore themes of dystopia, advanced technology, and corporate power.
Bibdu Is a Hand-Painted RPG with Collectible Cards Inspired by Irish Mythology
Bibdu is a hand-painted adventure RPG inspired by Irish mythology, developed and published by Rat and Monkey Studio. The game features open-world exploration of ancient Ireland, strategic card battles using collectible cards, and a narrative based on Irish myths. It is currently available to wishlist on Steam for PC, with potential future releases on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles.
Stardew Valley-Like Starsand Island Is Leaving Early Access This Month
Starsand Island, a cozy farming and life simulation game developed by Seed Sparkle Lab, is set to leave Early Access on August 18th, 2026. The full release will introduce online multiplayer for up to four players, a new Autumn Pumpkin Carnival event, expanded NPC interactions, and additional dating activities. The game will launch on PC, Steam, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Viral Steam Game Made $1.3 Million But Creator Only Got $2,000 After Mass Refunds
An 18-year-old developer named Michael Major generated $1.38 million in gross revenue for his joke game 'This Game Costs $200' on Steam. However, due to an overwhelming 99.9% refund rate, Major only received approximately $2,000. The game, which was priced at the maximum allowed on Steam, saw most of its sales originate from China, leading the developer to speculate about potential money laundering.
QUIET Playtest
The playtest for the casual adventure game QUIET is now available on Steam. Players can join the ongoing test to experience gameplay described as a mix of Howard the Duck and A Quiet Place.
The World’s Gone To Hell, But You Still Have To Go To Work, Just Like In This Horror Game
HR: Human Remains, a first-person horror game with a darkly humorous tone and an aesthetic reminiscent of the original PlayStation era, will be released on Steam on September 22. Developed by DennisCorner and published by Black Lantern Collective, the game tasks players with navigating an office job in a world overrun by demons, featuring multiple endings based on player choices.
Virtual Reality Check
Valve may be preparing updates for its Steam software, as indicated by the recent appearance of Lepton and FEX on the platform. This suggests potential advancements in Valve's virtual reality initiatives.
Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered and Spider-Man 2 swing into Steam's Top 10 best-selling games list following Brand New Day's $927m opening weekend haul
Following the massive box office success of the movie 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day', Insomniac Games' titles 'Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered' and 'Marvel's Spider-Man 2' have seen a significant surge in sales, climbing into Steam's Top 10 best-selling games list. The movie's popularity, combined with discounts and a new in-game costume, is credited with driving players to purchase the games.
Xbox Won’t Leave Steam Leading Up to Project Helix Launch – Rumor
A rumor suggests Xbox will not remove its games from Steam before the launch of Project Helix, with sources indicating no immediate plans to leave the platform. Xbox is heavily investing in PC gaming, with Game Pass targeting a different audience than Steam users. Microsoft may also open the Battle.net launcher to third-party developers following the Activision Blizzard acquisition.
What’s Really Happening With Halo: Campaign Evolved?
Halo: Campaign Evolved, a remake utilizing Unreal Engine 5, has launched to mixed reception despite generally positive critic scores. While it performed moderately on consoles, particularly Xbox via Game Pass, its PC launch on Steam saw significantly lower concurrent player counts compared to previous Halo titles. The article analyzes this lukewarm reception, attributing it to potential shifts in Xbox leadership and strategy, and questions the franchise's future direction.
Turnip Mountain Launched
Turnip Mountain, a platformer developed by Luke Sanderson and JanduSoft, has been released for PC and consoles, including Steam. The game features turnips and mountains as its core themes. The Windows version on Steam includes a 20% launch discount.
Baldur's Gate 3 is the cheapest it's ever been to celebrate its third anniversary
Baldur's Gate 3 is currently available at its lowest price ever on Steam, celebrating its third anniversary with a 30% discount, bringing the cost down to $42. The article highlights the game's critical acclaim, its deep RPG mechanics based on Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition, compelling narrative, and extensive moddability.
New pirate city builder Corsair Cove embraces the beauty of chaos
Corsair Cove, a new pirate-themed city builder from Limbic Entertainment and published by Hooded Horse, is now available on Steam. The game emphasizes chaotic pirate whimsy over traditional order, featuring vertical building on islands and sending ships out to pillage. It offers players freedom to pursue notoriety, empire, seafaring, or wealth, with a launch discount available until August 14.
New pirate city builder Corsair Cove embraces the beauty of chaos
Corsair Cove, a new pirate-themed city builder from Limbic Entertainment and published by Hooded Horse, has been released on Steam. The game emphasizes chaotic pirate whimsy over traditional order, featuring vertical building on rocky islands and ship pillaging. It offers players freedom to pursue notoriety, empire, seafaring, or wealth, and includes mythical elements like krakens. A launch discount is available until August 14.
Perennial early access game Project Zomboid hit a new concurrent player record after a huge map update added reworked towns, a spooky orphanage and '400 procedural basements'
Project Zomboid has set a new concurrent player record on Steam following the release of its major build 42.20 update. This update overhauls Knox County with reworked towns, a doubled map size, new locations like an orphanage and prison, and adds 400 procedural basements. The game's price has also increased to $25.
Phantom Blade Zero and The Blood of Dawnwalker Reportedly Top Steam Wishlists for 2026
Phantom Blade Zero reportedly leads Steam wishlists for games launching in 2026 with 1.62 million, followed by The Blood of Dawnwalker and others. This data, estimated by GameDiscoverCo, indicates significant player interest in upcoming titles, though wishlists do not guarantee sales.
