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SOEDESCO announces May 29 Steam release for Truck Driver: The American Dream
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai announced that Truck Driver: The American Dream will launch on Steam on May 29, 2026, following its release on PlayStation and Xbox. The PC version will include updates such as new missions, steering wheel support, a hunger system, and hardware ray tracing support, alongside a dedicated Steam Deck profile.
Solo Shift!
SAT-BOX announced Solo Shift!, a frantic action game where players manage a convenience store alone. The game will be released on Nintendo Switch on May 14, 2026, and is available to wishlist on Steam. It features various tasks like operating the cash register, restocking shelves, and cooking, with different store layouts and a 2-player co-op mode.
Acclaimed VR shooter Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades gets sequel on Meta Quest 3 & Steam
RUST LTD. has announced Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades 2, the sequel to their acclaimed VR shooter, for Meta Quest 3 and Steam. The game will feature tactical action roguelike gameplay with procedural generation, a vast arsenal of weapons, and competitive modes. Developer Anton Hand will host a Q&A following the announcement showcase.
Viral words-to-life Puzzler Wordbound Confirms Steam Release
Kettle Games has announced that its word-based puzzle game, Wordbound, will be released on Steam and Meta Quest 3. The game, which went viral for its mixed reality implementation, allows players to manipulate words to create and restore objects in a unique puzzle experience. A flatscreen version for Steam is planned, alongside continued support for VR platforms.
Gamble With Your Friends Endings Guide - How to Get All 3
This guide details how to achieve all three endings in the co-op casino crawler Gamble With Your Friends. Each ending is tied to a specific achievement related to winning, losing, or quitting gambling. The game, which incorporates gambling mechanics, has received positive player reviews on Steam.
SOEDESCO® announces May 29 Steam release for Truck Driver: The American Dream
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai announced that Truck Driver: The American Dream will launch on Steam for PC on May 29, 2026. The game, already available on PlayStation and Xbox, will receive simultaneous updates including new missions, steering wheel support, a hunger system, and graphical enhancements like ray tracing and DLSS/FSR support.
SEGA® AND XBOX RAISE THE CURTAIN ON “STRANGER THAN HEAVEN”
SEGA and Xbox revealed new details for RGG Studio's upcoming action-adventure game, Stranger Than Heaven. The game features a 50-year story across five eras and cities, an international cast including Snoop Dogg, Ado, and Tori Kelly, and an innovative combat system. Stranger Than Heaven is scheduled for release this winter and will be available on Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Steam, and PlayStation 5.
Stranger Than Heaven gets winter 2026 release window & will launch on Game Pass
Stranger Than Heaven is set to release in winter 2026 and will be available on Xbox Game Pass. The game will also launch on Steam and PlayStation 5.
Gurei Launches on July 23 with Console Versions Coming Soon - GameHaunt
The samurai boss-rush game Gurei will launch on PC via Steam on July 23, 2026, for $19.99. Developed by Lobo Sagaz Studio and published by Astrolabe Games, console versions are planned for a later release on unspecified platforms. Gurei features hand-drawn 2D art, fast-paced swordplay, and a unique dynamic difficulty system where boss encounters adapt based on the player's chosen order of engagement.
Yakuza and Like a Dragon developer RGG Studio finally gives Stranger Than Heaven a release window
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio announced that their upcoming action-RPG, Stranger Than Heaven, will launch this winter. The game, which takes place across five different eras in Japan from 1915 to 1965, will feature a new, complex combat system. Stranger Than Heaven is set to release on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud, Steam, and PlayStation 5.
Stranger Than Heaven Reveals Story, Cast, Combat, and Snoop Dogg Theme Song
SEGA and RGG Studio revealed new details for Stranger Than Heaven during an Xbox showcase, including its story, cast, combat, and music mechanics. The action-adventure game follows Makoto Daito's journey across five eras and cities in Japan, featuring a combat system with independent controls and a unique music creation system. The game launches this winter for PC and PlayStation 5, with a full Xbox release including Xbox Game Pass.
On Sale
Creature Publisher announced its 2026 sale event on Steam. Further details regarding specific discounts and dates are expected to be released closer to the event.
Indie MMORPG Pantheon opens the PTR for its combat and progression update today
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen, an early access MMORPG, has launched its Public Test Realm (PTR) for its upcoming combat and progression update. Visionary Realms announced the PTR's availability, noting that it is not a fully polished experience and will undergo periodic wipes. The update will test a new single-shard scaling approach, moving away from shards.
Outworld Station has launched into its 1.0 update
Outworld Station has officially launched out of Early Access with its 1.0 update, introducing new features to Trickjump Games' space-based base building and automation simulation. The update adds new missions, station modules, technologies, and a new location called The Void, featuring an event horizon. Key additions include a Space Elevator for resource extraction, a Laboratory for alternative recipes, and a Teleporter for faster station navigation.
The Party Returns To Tens Of Millions Of Players - Jackbox Games Announces The Jackbox Party Pack 12
Jackbox Games has announced The Jackbox Party Pack 12, featuring five new games and launching in 2026 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and other platforms. This release follows a year of expansion for the company, including a partnership with Netflix to bring select Jackbox titles to subscribers and the launch of a new publishing label with their first title, My Arms Are Longer Now.
Steam stats for Slay the Spire 2's engine Godot show "strong signs of exponential growth"
Slay the Spire 2, developed with the Godot engine by Mega Crit, has become its most popular game, showcasing significant growth for the engine. Despite some data fragmentation, Godot is experiencing a consistent rise in installs and users, positioning it as a strong free and open-source alternative to engines like Unity and Unreal Engine. The success of Slay the Spire 2, which pivoted from Unity due to fee changes, is expected to further boost Godot's adoption.
More than 10 years after Ubisoft took it down, one of our favorite games of 2010 is back on Steam
The World War 2 real-time strategy game R.U.S.E. has returned to Steam after being delisted for over a decade due to expiring license rights. Developed by Eugen Systems, the game is now available for $30, with Eugen Systems listed as both developer and publisher, indicating Ubisoft is no longer involved. The re-release includes DLC and is verified for Steam Deck support, though old saves are not compatible.
Psychological horror visual novel Lover’s Enigma hits Steam this month — MP3s & NPCs
The psychological horror visual novel Lover's Enigma is set to release on Steam on May 20. The game combines dating sim elements with a dark narrative where players investigate the mysterious death of their husband, encountering potential allies and threats within a dangerous cult. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Spellbound Studios Kicks Off the First Playtest for Shattered Realms
Spellbound Studios has launched a playtest for their upcoming PC title, Shattered Realms, on Steam. This roguelite action RPG is set in a fantasy world shattered into corrupted chunks, where players take on the role of Guardians fighting through procedurally generated realms. The playtest precedes the game's demo and early access phases, offering a glimpse into its combat, loot, and progression systems.
Parkour Action-Adventure Game Motorslice Drops Across PC and Consoles
The parkour action-adventure game Motorslice, developed by Regular Studio and published by Top Hat Studios, is now available on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox. Players control P, a character who navigates a brutalist, post-apocalyptic world filled with hostile machinery, utilizing parkour and a chainsaw to defeat colossal boss machines by climbing and dismantling them.
