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ACTION-RPG ROGUELITE CLOCKFALL OUT NOW ON STEAM EARLY ACCESS
The action-RPG roguelite Clockfall is now available on Steam Early Access for $9.99, developed by Rever Games and Radical Theory. The game features a unique blend of dungeon crawling, village defense, and time-based mechanics. A console release is planned for 2027.
Forza Horizon 6 players advised to apply new patch to avoid losing save data and progress
Playground Games is investigating a critical issue in Forza Horizon 6 where players are losing or having their save data reset. A patch has been released for PC and Steam, and players are advised to update to version 37.114.10001.0 or higher. Xbox players are also advised to disable Quick Resume and follow specific steps to prevent data loss, though some players report continued issues even after applying the patch.
Mortal Shell II Preview
Mortal Shell II has launched its open beta on Steam, offering players a substantial preview of its challenging Soulslike action RPG gameplay. The beta includes several hours of content, showcasing exploration, combat, and the game's dark, grotesque world. Despite minor issues with the lock-on system and occasional lighting inconsistencies, the preview highlights impressive technical performance and a satisfying combat loop, selling the game to newcomers and fans alike. Mortal Shell II is slated for release in 2026 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Pixel multiplayer roguelike game Another Door announced
Publisher No More Robots and developer Mizar and Alcor Interactive have announced Another Door, a turn-based roguelike game with a pixel art style. The game supports up to four players online or locally and is set to release on PC via Steam later this year. A playable demo is currently available.
Company of Heroes: Definitive Edition announced
Relic Entertainment and Blackbird Interactive have announced Company of Heroes: Definitive Edition, a modernized version of the 2006 real-time strategy game. This comprehensive package includes the base game and its Opposing Fronts and Tales of Valor expansions, featuring enhanced visuals, quality-of-life improvements, and a 64-bit platform upgrade. The Definitive Edition is set to release on Windows PC via Steam in Fall.
Demon slaying shooter Armatus launches this winter
Publisher Fictions and developer Counterplay Games announced that their third-person roguelite shooter, Armatus, will launch this winter. The game will be available on PC (Steam, Microsoft Store), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Armatus is set in the demon-infested ruins of Paris, where players take on the role of a supernatural warrior fighting through hordes of demons.
Fungalpunk RPG Signet City announced
Publisher Fellow Traveller and developer Jump Over the Age have announced Signet City, a first-person "fungalpunk" RPG. The game is in development for Windows PC, with platforms including Steam, GOG, and Humble Store. Players will embody a parasite in a city facing ecological collapse and strange technologies, influencing the lives of its inhabitants.
Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game gets new publishers
Indie developer Giant Light Studios has announced that Behaviour Interactive and Gambit Digital will publish their upcoming surreal corporate horror deckbuilder, Mr. Magpie's Harmless Card Game. The game is set to launch for Windows PC via Steam, though a specific release date has not yet been confirmed. Players will navigate a nightmarish workplace, flipping cards to earn money and improve their deck while avoiding 'JERRY' cards.
Penguin Colony's demo shows life as a flightless bird is lonely, scary, awkward, and cosmically intriguing
Penguin Colony, from the developers of Umurangi Generation, offers a unique take on penguin life, blending awkward movement mechanics with cosmic horror and critiques of fascist ideology. The game's demo, available on Steam, showcases the ability to switch between different penguins and features narration by Lenval Brown, setting a disquieting tone for its planned 2026 release.
Alright, who's the joker trying to charge $100 on Steam for an almost entirely AI-generated game?
The visual novel Kryonull has drawn criticism on Steam for its $100 price tag, especially since a majority of its assets, including images and voices, were generated using AI. While the script is reportedly original, the developer NovelkaGames' use of AI for assets and the high price have led to backlash. The game is available in English and Russian, with its price in rubles still converting to a significant US dollar amount.
Embers of the Uncrowned Demo Pre-Download Opens Ahead of Steam Next Fest
Nexon has announced that the pre-download for the Embers of the Uncrowned demo will be available on Steam starting June 13, ahead of its playable period during Steam Next Fest from June 15-22. The demo will offer over 3 hours of main quest gameplay and more than 8 hours of total content, featuring three regions, multiple boss encounters, multiplayer activities, and cloud gaming support via Nvidia GeForce Now and Boosteroid.
Absurdist horror Good Children Say Grace gets demo
The absurdist psychological horror game Good Children Say Grace has released a demo for PC via Steam. The game, set on an Eastern European island in the 1980s, features branching narratives and choices that impact the story's outcome. A full release date has not yet been announced.
TOEM 2 – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
TOEM 2 is a cozy photographic adventure set in a European-inspired city, featuring a new screwdriver tool and creative camera attachments for puzzle-solving. Players explore the Deltburg region, assist citizens, and document discoveries while enjoying a relaxed, non-timed experience. The game encourages exploration with hidden paths and rewards curiosity with stamps for unlocking new areas.
Everything we know about Silent Hill: Townfall and its foggy Scottish town
Konami, Annapurna Interactive, and developer Screen Burn Interactive have announced that Silent Hill: Townfall will be released on September 24, 2026, for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game is set in the Scottish town of St. Amelia in 1996 and explores themes of guilt and psychological horror with a first-person perspective.
"Almost overnight it changed my life": RPG dev inspired by classic MMOs says his Steam success fulfilled "this seemingly unattainable dream I had for my entire adult life"
Solo developer Brian Burgee of Burgee Media has found significant success with his single-player RPG Erenshor, which simulates a classic MMO experience. Launched in Early Access on Steam a year ago, the game has sold over 80,000 copies with a 94% positive user review score, transforming Burgee's life and allowing him to work on games full-time. The community's involvement has been crucial in shaping the game's development towards its planned 1.0 release in 2027.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
Pigeon: A Love Story Is an Upcoming Title About Finding Your Soulmate in the Sky
Tiny Dragon Games and Wristwork have announced Pigeon: A Love Story, a new simulation game for mobile and PC where players search for a soulmate pigeon in real-world cities recreated with OpenStreetMap data. The game features a unique Pigeon-Sim technology for autonomous NPCs, multiplayer 'Coo-op' mode, and a meditative soundtrack. A PC demo is available on Steam, with a mobile release planned for later this year.
Tiny Mushroom. Massive Firepower. Shroomwood Joins Steam Bullet Fest June 8.
The roguelike shooter Shroomwood will be featured in Steam's Bullet Fest event, running from June 8th to June 15th. Developed by Sporelite Games and published by Zemore Indie Games, the game features fast-paced top-down bullet hell action with a mushroom warrior protagonist. A playable demo and playtest are currently available ahead of its planned 2026 Early Access launch.
It's All-Out War in The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival, Coming Soon to PC and Consoles
TRAILMARK Games and AMC Global Media have announced The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival, a new single-player beat-'em-up game set in AMC's The Walking Dead universe. Players will control iconic survivors like Rick Grimes, Daryl Dixon, and Michonne, battling walkers and human enemies through a campaign that reimagines the All-Out War storyline. The game is coming soon to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, with a demo available on Steam.
[Steam Store Page for "CRANE GAME MASTER" is Now Live]
Independent developer MAgaming announced the Steam store page for their new physics-based crane game, CRANE GAME MASTER, is now live. The simulation game aims to replicate the authentic experience of real-world crane games with diverse arcade machines, cinematic camera work, and additional gameplay modes like side-scrolling action and top-down shooting. CRANE GAME MASTER is set to release on June 30, 2026, for PC via Steam with a price of $5.99 USD.