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County of Fortune gets new publisher Aquila Interactive
Nepos Games announced that Aquila Interactive will publish their medieval sandbox strategy game, County of Fortune. The game, which focuses on building an entire county with specialized settlements and managing regional politics, is set to launch on Windows PC via Steam later this year.
EVE Fanfest 2026: EVE Vanguard opens Steam signups for Operation Avalon alpha test
EVE Vanguard, a new first-person shooter from Fenris Creations, has opened signups for its Operation Avalon alpha test on Steam, running from July 7th to 20th. This alpha will showcase the game's lore and core extraction shooter gameplay loop, with plans for future integration with the sci-fi MMO EVE Online.
Momento reveals June release and Xbox port
Momento, a cozy room decorator game developed by Fat Alien Cat and Nomo Studio and published by Silver Lining Interactive, is set to launch in June for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features branching narratives influenced by player choices regarding which objects to keep, leading to multiple endings and a charming art style.
Forza Horizon 6 Is Now The Series' Most Played Game on Steam
Forza Horizon 6 has become the most played game in the series on Steam, surpassing 172,000 peak concurrent players, more than double the previous record holder, Forza Horizon 5. The game, which is currently in early access for Premium Edition owners and will fully launch on May 19, also holds the highest Metacritic score of 2026 with a 92. The article also notes a recent leak where game files were allegedly uploaded to Steam days before release.
Cozy sci-fi fishing game Orion Blue announced
Indie developer EXLIX has announced Orion Blue, a cozy sci-fi fishing and life simulation game set on an alien planet. The game will feature exploration, relationship building with residents, ship and living space customization, and will be released for Windows PC via Steam later this year.
MercurySteam announces 'difficult and painful' job cuts as its God of War-inspired hack 'n' slash…
MercurySteam has announced a workforce adjustment process, described as difficult and painful, in the same week its latest game, Blades of Fire, launched on Steam. The God of War-inspired action-adventure game had previously underperformed commercially, leading to an anticipated write-off by publisher 505 Games. Blades of Fire has recently received a 2.0 update on Steam, introducing new features and Steam Deck support.
Roguelike spelunking platformer Pit Panic announced
Flying Rat Studio has announced Pit Panic, a new roguelike spelunking platformer. The game is set to release in July for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Pit Panic features physics-driven gameplay, environmental puzzles, and over 1,000 unique handcrafted levels with daily challenges for players.
Sink your teeth into V Rising for free this weekend, and you can grab the full game for less than half price
The vampire survival game V Rising is available for free on Steam until Monday, with the full game offered at a 55% discount. Developer Stunlock Studios also released a new patch that addresses bugs and balances the game's PvP component. The sale extends to the game's six DLC packs, which are 20% off.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic Announced for PC and Consoles This Summer
Polyarc has announced Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a new fantasy adventure game starring Quill, set to release this summer for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a mix of exploration, puzzles, and combat, with accessibility options and modernized visuals. More details will be revealed during IGN Live from June 6-8.
ENDIX reveals full exhibitor lineup for spring 2026 showcase — MP3s & NPCs
The full exhibitor lineup for the ENDIX digital gaming expo has been revealed, featuring titles from THQ Nordic, Frozen District, 505 Games, and Team17, among many others. The event will take place on May 23-24 on Steam and Epic Games Store, offering game demos, panels, and over 600 giveaways in partnership with Alienware.
Subnautica 2 Sold a Million Copies in One Day. Here Is Why That Matters.
Subnautica 2 achieved remarkable success, selling one million copies and reaching 460,000 concurrent players on Steam within its first day, despite early leaks and piracy. This performance indicates a strong market for atmospheric, non-live service games. The game's success has also put its developer, Unknown Worlds, on track to meet significant sales milestones and potential bonuses tied to its acquisition by Krafton.
Gold Gold Adventure Gold Leaves Early Access
Can Can Can A Man has released version 1.0 of Gold Gold Adventure Gold, concluding its Early Access period. The city-building game is now available for Windows on Steam.
Create Your Own Indie Showcase With These Limited-Time Bundle Deals
Humble Bundle and Fanatical are offering limited-time indie game showcase bundles. The Humble 15th Anniversary Indie Icons Showcase bundle includes 8 games for $10, featuring titles like Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and Celeste, with a portion of proceeds going to the Electronic Frontier Foundation. Fanatical's Build Your Own Indie Showcase Bundle allows users to select from 20 PC games with a variable pricing model, offering discounts for purchasing more titles.
Create Your Own Indie Showcase With These Limited-Time Bundle Deals
Fanatical and Humble Bundle are offering limited-time indie game showcase bundles. The Humble 15th Anniversary Indie Icons Showcase bundle includes 8 games for $10, featuring titles like Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and Celeste. Fanatical's Build Your Own Indie Showcase Bundle allows users to select from 20 games with a variable pricing model, offering discounts for purchasing more titles. All games are provided as digital Steam keys.
A Lot Of People Paid A Lot Of Money To Play Forza Horizon 6 Early
Forza Horizon 6 achieved a peak of 172,093 concurrent players on Steam for its Premium Edition early access, suggesting significant revenue generation for Microsoft. While exact total player counts across all platforms are unknown, the Steam numbers alone indicate substantial early sales, with the game also being highly reviewed.
NCsoft’s multiplayer gacha RPG Limit Zero Breakers ties down June 10 start date for closed beta
NCsoft and Vic Game Studios have announced that the closed beta for their multiplayer gacha RPG, Limit Zero Breakers, will begin on June 10th. Sign-ups are now open for iOS, Android, and Steam users until June 2nd. The beta will feature the game's prologue, initial characters, and the Weaver Whale airship.
Subnautica 2 dev knows "pirates are gonna do their thing," but would rather people play for an hour "and…
Subnautica 2 creative development lead Anthony Gallegos expressed his disappointment regarding game piracy, preferring players to buy and refund the game if unsatisfied. Despite acknowledging financial difficulties, he highlighted the game's successful launch, selling 2 million copies in 12 hours and surpassing the first game's peak concurrent player count. The developer also teased future updates for the early access title.
This upcoming SRPG lets you search characters by “chest size”
Indie developer Takashi Mochibe is developing a new strategy RPG that features a "big breasts search function" to highlight characters with a bust size of 100 cm or more, intended as a homage to traditional Japanese SRPGs. Mochibe's previous game, Dragon's Chronicles ~The Dark Demon Lord and the Sword of the Big Dipper~, is available on Steam and incorporates AI-generated assets.
ChokoNana is winning players over with its relaxed RPG charm
Indie developer Asuka Watanabe is gaining recognition for her cozy RPG, ChokoNana, which was released on Steam and Nintendo Switch. The game has received positive feedback from experienced players, exceeding the developer's financial expectations for her debut title. Watanabe is also teasing her next project, RyneArca.
Forza Horizon 6 Is Only Officially Playable Now to Those Who Bought Its Pricier Premium Edition, but It's Still Putting Up Big Numbers on Steam
Forza Horizon 6 has achieved a significant player count on Steam, even though its official launch date is still some days away. The game is currently only playable for those who purchased the more expensive Premium Edition.