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Multiplayer in JDM launches today on Steam!
The multiplayer component for the game JDM has launched today on Steam, with GOG and Epic Games Store releases to follow. The multiplayer mode supports up to 8 players in an open-world sandbox environment.
3goo Launches Arcade Racer 4PGP on PlayStation 5 and Steam
3goo has launched its arcade-style racing game, 4PGP, on PlayStation 5 and Steam for $19.99 USD. The game features multiplayer competition, a 90s-inspired arcade feel with modern performance, and support for up to four players in split-screen. Updates for the PlayStation 5 and Steam versions include 4K/60FPS support, analogue acceleration/braking, and new unlockable content. The Nintendo Switch versions also received a free update with similar improvements and added racing wheel support.
Beast of Reincarnation Launches August 4, Game Freak Reveals Voice Cast and New Story Details
Game Freak and Fictions announced that the action RPG Beast of Reincarnation will launch on August 4, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, also available day one on Xbox Game Pass. The game features a post-apocalyptic Japan setting with a story about an outcast named Emma and her canine companion Koo, and its combat blends real-time sword fighting with companion commands. The Japanese voice cast, including Yui Ishikawa as Emma, was also revealed.
Kaido Genkai – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Kaido Genkai is an open-world racing exploration game set in a 90s Japanese countryside, featuring anime aesthetics and RPG progression. Players can explore a meticulously crafted environment, challenge rivals, and customize 19 distinct vehicles. A beta demo is available for download on Steam.
超高速対戦パズルゲーム『SHIKA-Q』Nintendo Switch版にて80%OFFセールを実施。オンライン大会も開催
AGNI FLARE is holding an 80% off sale for the fast-paced competitive puzzle game SHIKA-Q on Nintendo Switch, starting June 11, 2026. The company also announced plans for ongoing online and offline tournaments, following their participation in EVO Japan 2026 with the '1st SHIKA-Q World Link Tournament'.
On Sale
Several games are currently on sale on Steam, including Monster Hunter Wilds with a 58% discount and Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash with a 75% discount. HELLMART is available for 25% off, and a sale is also active for The Complete Inkle Library.
Evening Multiplex
This article rounds up recent game announcements and trailers, including the official gameplay trailer for Alpha Nomos, a Steam Next Fest trailer for Brave New Wonders, and news regarding CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS and Combolands: Synergetic Deckbuilder.
SOLASTA II ROLLS A NATURAL 20 ON CHARACTER CREATOR UPDATE
Tactical Adventures has released a significant update for Solasta II's character creator, incorporating player feedback from its Early Access period. The update introduces enhanced body and facial customization options, new presets, hairstyles, voice pitching, and a character save system. This update aims to provide players with more tools to craft unique heroes and improve the overall presentation of their creations.
Wield the Beat: Alpha Nomos Reveals New Gameplay Trailer Ahead of Steam Next Fest
RibCage Games has released a new gameplay trailer for their rhythm-action roguelite, Alpha Nomos, showcasing refined combat and new power-up evolutions. An updated demo is available on Steam as part of Steam Next Fest until June 22, with the full game slated for a Q3 2026 launch.
Wilderings: The Lost Spring Reveals a World-Healing Fever Dream at IGN Live
Wilderings: The Lost Spring was showcased at IGN Live, revealing its blend of story-driven spectacle and fast-paced action. Players control Abi and Rif in a fractured world, using Hântu companions as living loadouts for combat, traversal, and progression. A public Steam demo is available now as part of Steam Next Fest, featuring two biomes, Hântu collection, and a base-building system.
Apocalypse Wow!
Canadian developer City From Naught Inc. announced that its steampunk factory automation strategy simulation, Brave New Wonders, will feature a revamped demo during Steam Next Fest from June 15-22, 2026. The demo will allow players to rebuild civilization from ruins, manage factories, and explore islands using an innovative text-command system.
Dead or Alive 6 PC Version Being Delisted on Steam
Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja announced that the PC version of Dead or Alive 6 will be delisted from Steam on June 10, 2026, ahead of the launch of Dead or Alive 6: Last Round. The new version, priced at $39.99, will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, and includes previously paid DLC characters and content. Some existing DLC will not transfer to the Last Round version.
Arcade Racer 4PGP Hits Grid on PS5 and Steam, Huge Switch Update Added
The arcade racer 4PGP has been released on PlayStation 5 and Steam for €19.99, with a significant update also available for the Nintendo Switch version. The game, which features design input from Kenji Sasaki and a soundtrack by Tomoyuki Kawamura, offers modern takes on 90s Japanese arcade racers with features like 4K resolution at 60fps on PS5 and Steam, and analogue inputs on Switch.
The Dark West Launches Its Demo on Steam Today
Black Hand has released a Steam demo for their occult western ARPG, The Dark West. The demo showcases the game's blend of gunplay, tarot, and poker-based buildcraft, featuring the Gunslinger class. The game director emphasized the reinforcement of setting and mechanics to create a cohesive experience.
BUILD, BATTLE, DOMINATE: ROGUELIKE AUTO-BATTLER ‘CLAW AND CONJURE’ ANNOUNCED FOR STEAM
Mythic Moon Studios has announced their new fantasy auto-battler, Claw and Conjure, now available to wishlist on Steam. The game features asynchronous PvP battles on a procedurally generated 3D map, with players recruiting mercenaries and building up their town to support their war efforts. A public demo is planned for later this summer.
Fable – 30 Minute Gameplay Demo | Build An Extraordinary Life
A 30-minute gameplay demo for Fable showcases the game's emphasis on building an extraordinary life in Albion through relationships, family, and choices that impact the world and its inhabitants. The RPG, featuring a nuanced reputation system, is set to release on February 23, 2027, for Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass, Steam, and PlayStation 5.
Life of a Cockroach, the Open-World Adventure Where You Must Survive as a Cockroach, Releases Its Demo on Steam
Independent developer CampeOn has released a demo for its open-world survival adventure game, Life of a Cockroach, on Steam. The demo allows players to experience core gameplay mechanics, environments, and survival elements as a transformed cockroach. The full game is scheduled for release later this year on Steam.
Work the Loop. Cheat the System. Get Out.
Outfit7's game division, PlayValley, has launched Liminal Logistics on Steam. This satirical warehouse simulation challenges players to not only perform their job but also find a way to escape the system. The game features a routine-based gameplay loop that gradually introduces surreal elements and offers progression through character interactions and loopholes rather than traditional advancement.
FACE THE FINAL PROPHET IN BLUE ARCHIVE’S EX. DECAGRAMMATON CHAPTER 3: THE SKY OF UNITY PART 3 UPDATE
Nexon has released the "EX. Decagrammaton Chapter 3: The Sky of Unity Part 3" update for its anime-style RPG, Blue Archive, on PC, Android, iOS, and Steam. The update introduces new students Kei ★3 and Aris (Armed) ★3, a new event story, a boss raid against 'Malkuth,' and campaign rewards. Nexon will also discuss the game's development at the Nexon Developer Conference on June 17.
Envar Games' Magical Open-World Adventure Game ‘Witchspire’ Launches on PC
Envar Games has launched its new magical open-world adventure game, Witchspire, into Early Access on Steam for PC. The game features co-operative multiplayer, character customization, base building, and a variety of familiars to collect and level up. Witchspire is the debut original IP from Envar Games, a subdivision of co-development studio Envar.