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Psychological Mystery Adventure 'The Second Reality Room Unspoken Truths' Demo Now Live on Steam
Publisher FINE and developer Shadow Glove have released a playable Steam demo for their psychological mystery adventure game, The Second Reality Room: Unspoken Truths. The game focuses on chuunibyo, with players interacting with characters through conversations, entering their imagined realities, and piecing together hidden meanings. The demo also features the game's theme song, "Trans-Carte."
High-Speed Mech Shooter 'Omega Phenex Commenced Project Six' Open Beta Now Live
Developer Surume Koubou has launched the open beta for its high-speed mech shooter Omega Phenex Commenced Project Six, available now on PC via Steam. The beta, running until June, includes the first five missions and features fully voiced dialogue, customizable mechs, and both third-person and cockpit perspectives. Saved data from the beta will not carry over to the full release.
Psychological Typing Adventure 'Pain Pain Go Away!' Launches May 20, 2026
Developer Lorebard announced that their psychological typing adventure game, Pain Pain Go Away!, will be released on PC via Steam on May 20, 2026. The game features narrative exploration and typing-based encounters where players enter patients' subconscious minds to address emotional distress, with difficulty options available.
Hack-and-Slash Action RPG 'The Awakener Battle Tendency' Launches May 5, 2026
Taner Games announced that its hack-and-slash action RPG, The Awakener: Battle Tendency, will be released on PC via Steam on May 5, 2026. The game features third-person combat with a focus on dodging and timing, and progression is driven by randomized gear affixes. The campaign is estimated to take 20 to 50 hours, with additional high-difficulty content available post-completion.
Omega Phenex Commenced Project Six Open Beta Now Live on Steam
Omega Phenex Commenced Project Six, a high-speed mech shooter developed by Surumemanzyu, has launched its open beta on Steam. The beta includes the first five missions and allows players to experience the game's movement-focused combat and deep mech customization. A full release is planned for 2027.
Digital Gamebook RPG 'Veritas Tales Witch of the Dark Castle' Launches July 9, 2026
Digitalis Publishing and 15 Industry announced that their digital gamebook RPG, Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle, will launch on PC via Steam on July 9, 2026. The game features branching decisions, dice rolls, over 300 illustrations by Yoshio Nishimura, and approximately 150,000 words of text.
Steam Beta gets battery indicator for wireless gamepads as the new Steam Controller nears
Valve has added a battery indicator for wireless gamepads to the Steam Beta client, a feature that works with Bluetooth connections but not the proprietary dongle. The update also includes general bug fixes for controller navigation and macOS soundtrack playback issues.
OCTOPinbs launches May 11
The multiplayer social deduction game OCTOPinbs, featuring a firefighters-versus-arsonists theme, is set to launch on May 11 for PC via Steam. The game focuses on cooperative and competitive gameplay.
The Awakener: Battle Tendency launches May 5
The hack-and-slash action RPG The Awakener: Battle Tendency is set to launch on PC via Steam on May 5. Further details regarding the game's release were not immediately available.
Sweet Hamster Days launches in July
The live-action dating simulation game Sweet Hamster Days is set to launch in July for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game features a unique blend of live-action elements and simulation gameplay.
HYKE Northern Light(s) 'A Witch’s Chill Time' Update Launches April 30
Aniplex and Akatsuki Games will release a free content update titled 'A Witch’s Chill Time' for their action RPG HYKE: Northern Light(s) on April 30, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The update adds new story content, encounters, and gameplay elements set after the main story, involving the characters exploring a new realm with a hot spring.
Dodo Duckie! launches July 23
The 2D and 3D perspective-swapping puzzle platformer Dodo Duckie! is set to launch on PC via Steam on July 23. The game features a unique mechanic that allows players to switch between different perspectives.
Mythmon: Mythic Monsters launches this summer
The hack-and-slash strategy game Mythmon: Mythic Monsters is set to launch for PC via Steam during the summer. Further details regarding the publisher were not provided in the excerpt.
Final Fantasy XIV Announces Its Next Expansion Evercold
Square Enix announced Final Fantasy XIV Online's sixth expansion, Evercold, set to launch in January 2027 for PC, Mac, Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and the Nintendo Switch 2. The expansion introduces a new saga, two new jobs, raises the level cap to 110, and features new cities, areas, dungeons, and raid series. Additionally, the game will receive a battle system overhaul with Reborn and Evolved modes, alongside a crossover event with the anime Evangelion.
Square Enix Announces Final Fantasy XIV Online's Next Expansion 'Evercold'
Square Enix announced the next expansion for Final Fantasy XIV Online, titled 'Evercold,' during Naoki Yoshida's keynote at FFXIV Fan Festival 2026. Set to launch in January 2027 for PC, Mac, Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch 2, the expansion introduces new jobs, areas, and a level cap increase to 110. It also features an unprecedented battle system overhaul with 'Reborn' and 'Evolved' modes, alongside a crossover raid series with the anime EVANGELION.
Forza Horizon 4 Players Left Stranded After Steam Delisting Catches Them Off Guard
Forza Horizon 4 has been delisted from digital storefronts including Steam and Xbox Store due to expired music licensing deals, leaving players unable to purchase it legally. While Microsoft had announced the December 15th deadline and offered a sale, many players were caught off guard. This situation highlights the challenges of digital game preservation when licenses expire, making it difficult for new players to access older titles.
Crimson Desert Drops Epic Soundtrack Treasure – Completely Free on Steam
Pearl Abyss has released the original soundtrack for Crimson Desert as a free, permanent download on Steam. This move aims to build anticipation for the game by allowing players to experience its musical score before launch. The release of Volume 1 suggests further musical content is planned as development progresses.
Zenless Zone Zero Finally Hits Steam After Epic Games Store Drama
Zenless Zone Zero is coming to Steam after its initial launch exclusively on the Epic Games Store. HoYoverse's action RPG will now be available to a much larger audience on Valve's platform, which offers more community features and better Steam Deck compatibility. This move is seen as a strategic decision to maximize player numbers and profits, following the success of Genshin Impact's multi-platform strategy.
Toei Games Announces First Three Original Games
Toei Games has announced its first three original titles: Killa, Hino, and Debug Nephemee, all slated for PC release via Steam. Killa is a 3D mystery adventure, Hino is a 2D dark fantasy game with ballpoint pen art, and Debug Nephemee is a top-down adventure focused on hacking memories. The company aims to collaborate with creators worldwide to deliver original, creator-driven stories.
Title: Twin-Stick Action Game 'NEO TITAN' Announced for PC
Developer idoz & phops has announced NEO TITAN, a twin-stick action game coming to PC via Steam. Players will utilize firearms and melee combat to challenge powerful Titans on an alien planet. The game features an interconnected world, a module customization system, and large-scale boss fights with bullet-hell influences.