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Interview: TCG Card Shop Simulator Dev on Creature Design & Opening Packs
O.P. Neon Games, the developer of TCG Card Shop Simulator, discussed the game's success since its Early Access launch on Steam and Xbox, with PlayStation and Nintendo Switch versions planned. The interview covered the inspiration behind the shop simulation mechanics, the thrill of opening card packs, and the process of designing creature art for the game's trading cards.
Eugene Onegin vs. the Undead remaster coming this fall — MP3s & NPCs
A remastered version of the 2009 Russian visual novel game, Eugene Onegin vs. the Undead, is set to release on Steam this fall. The enhanced edition will include the bonus game Book of the Dead: The Lost Souls and will be available in English, Chinese, and Japanese for the first time. The original game was noted for its controversial blend of classical Russian literature with zombie themes.
Game Marketing Budget Calculator for Indie Developers
The Game Marketer has launched a free Marketing Budget Estimator tool to help indie developers establish a starting point for their game marketing budgets. The tool emphasizes the importance of planning marketing spend, suggesting it should typically be between 20% and 30% of the total development budget, and offers personalized guidance based on game genre, platform, and development phase.
Combine Tiles to Grow a Home in Dorfromantik-Like TileShire, Coming Soon
TileShire, a new indie town-builder from two-person studio Boss Blob, is coming to Windows and macOS via Steam later this year. The game focuses on arranging tiles to create villages, similar to Dorfromantik, with a minimalist aesthetic and no combat or resource management. A playtest is currently available on Steam.
"Can't lose if you never give up": After a last-minute delay and pivot into early access, new extraction shooter grosses $1 million in its first 12 hours as devs battle DDoS attacks
The new extraction shooter Sand: Raiders of Sophie has grossed $1 million in its first 12 hours on Steam after a pivot to early access. Publisher tinyBuild announced the strong financial performance despite ongoing DDoS attacks that have impacted player reviews. Developers Hologryph and TowerHaus are actively working to stabilize the game.
Dead Weight — Release Date & New Trailer (July 16, 2026)
Klukva Games announced that their debut tactical roguelite, Dead Weight, will launch on Steam on July 16, 2026, for $12.99. The game features a blend of Lovecraftian steampunk atmosphere, pixel-art visuals, and turn-based combat inspired by Into The Breach and Final Fantasy Tactics. Dead Weight is currently among Steam's top-400 most wishlisted upcoming games.
Feather Land Next Month
Peep Nest and Pretty Soon have announced Feather Land, an idle companion game set to release on Steam for Windows PC on July 16th. The game will allow players to hatch and nurture various creatures.
Angels Online Global Launches
Angels Online Global has launched on Steam, offering a free-to-play, updated version of the classic MMORPG with enhanced features for modern players. The game retains its core gameplay while providing a fully upgraded experience.
Sci-Fi Mystery Visual Novel ‘Advent: Dawn’ Emerges from the Depths on July 20, 2026
Spire Games announced that their psychological sci-fi mystery visual novel, Advent: Dawn, will be released on July 20, 2026, for PC via Steam, Linux, and Mac. Players will step into the role of Dr. Atlas Everly, a neuroscientist trapped with six strangers in a collapsing cave system, where they must make choices to uncover a disturbing truth.
Road to Empress II Surpasses 2 Million Copies Sold in 12 Days, Launches New DLC and Steam Summer Sale Offers
New One Studio announced that Road to Empress II has sold over 2 million copies worldwide in just 12 days, with the overall Road to Empress series surpassing 4 million copies sold. The studio also launched new DLC and announced upcoming Steam Summer Sale promotions for the franchise.
Co-op Soulslike Serpent’s Gaze Gets Sale Discount & Early Access Roadmap
Feeble Minds announced that their co-op soulslike game, Serpent's Gaze, will be available at a 20% discount during the Steam Summer Sale. The developer also revealed the Early Access roadmap, detailing plans for stability improvements, new content like weapons and classes, and a full release with a new domain, bosses, and quests.
Battle Food Mania Launches Today on Steam with 10% Discount!
GoatFish Studios' chaotic food-fighting party game, Battle Food Mania, has launched on Steam for PC. The game features randomized food characters, fast-paced arena combat, and a delivery vs. sabotage objective. It is available with a 10% launch discount.
Award-Winning Composer Go Shiina to Create Music for TINY METAL 2
AREA 35 Inc. has announced that award-winning composer Go Shiina will create the music for their upcoming turn-based strategy game, TINY METAL 2. Shiina, known for his work on Demon Slayer and various Bandai Namco titles, will compose an orchestral score for the game, which is set to release in spring 2027 on PC via Steam and other platforms.
Eugene Onegin vs. the Undead, an HD-Remaster of 2009's Comedy-Horror Visual Novel Will Be Released on Steam This Fall
Dreamlore Games has announced an HD-remaster of the 2009 comedy-horror visual novel Eugene Onegin vs. the Undead, set for a Fall 2026 release on PC, Mac, and Linux via Steam. This remaster will feature English, Chinese, and Japanese language support for the first time and includes an unlockable version of the first Russian visual novel, Book of the Dead: The Lost Souls.
Transform traditional Chinese ink-wash painting into a living world in Qianli: The Vastscape Scroll, coming to Steam on July 17
2P Games and Betobe Studio announced that their building game Qianli: The Vastscape Scroll will be released on Steam on July 17 for $9.99, with a 10% launch discount. The game features a traditional Chinese ink-wash painting art style where players craft serene landscapes and encounter mystical beings.
The ducks are loose on your PC! Yell at them and herd them in Quack Quack Up, now available on Steam!
2P Games and FuncoreClub have released Quack Quack Up, a physics-based co-op game where players use their microphones to herd ducks, on Steam. The game, formerly known as Over Duck'd, is available for $7.99 with a limited-time 38% discount and supports up to 4 players.
Observe, Interrogate, Expose the Truth. 1990s Japanese Psychological Thriller Wasabi Reveals Its Steam Store Page
Phoenix Game Productions has revealed the Steam store page for their upcoming first-person psychological horror thriller, Wasabi. The game, set in 1990s Japan and developed with Unreal Engine 5, tasks players with investigating murders as a detective who uses a mysterious power to uncover the truth. A gameplay trailer and new screenshots have also been released, with a playable demo planned for the future.
Lords of the Fallen 2 försenas till 2027
CI Games has announced that Lords of the Fallen 2 has been delayed to the first quarter of 2027. This decision was made based on feedback from their team, allowing for further refinement of the game and to avoid competing with major releases at the end of the year. The company also previously ended its exclusivity deal with Epic Games Store, meaning the game will be available on Steam at launch.
Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition Available Now! - Age of Empires - World's Edge Studio
Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition is now available on Steam and the Microsoft Store, following its initial launch on mobile platforms in October 2024. The PC version features optimized controls, a refined UI, enhanced visuals, and seamless crossplay with mobile devices. Players can continue their progress on PC by linking their accounts, and new players can receive bonus rewards by playing with an active Xbox Game Pass subscription.
Paradark’s ExeKiller To Be Published By 505 Games
Paradark Studio's single-player action-adventure game ExeKiller will be published by 505 Games and released on PC via Steam. The game features a dark, gritty world set in a post-collapse America where players take on the role of bounty hunter Denzel Fenix. ExeKiller will not feature an XP-levelling system, emphasizing player skill and strategic advantages.
