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Maids of Storm Launches April 23 on Steam — A Charming Pixel-Art Tycoon Sim Where You Run Your Own Maid Café
BurgerDuck Games and Smilegate announced that Maids of Storm, a pixel-art tycoon simulation, will launch on Steam and STOVE on April 23, 2026, for $12.99 USD. Players will manage a maid café, train staff, and compete in the annual Maid Championship.
En Garde! Slashes Price to $1.99 on Steam (90% Off)
The indie fencing adventure game En Garde! has received a significant price drop on Steam, now available for $1.99, which is 90% off its regular price. This sale is highlighted as an opportunity for more players to experience the game's unique swashbuckling combat and storytelling, emphasizing the value of indie titles in preserving narrative traditions.
Kings Do Not Fall to Be Featured in Steam Medieval Fest!
Kings Do Not Fall, a retro-style beat 'em up developed by HyperDevbox, will be featured in the Steam Medieval Fest from April 20 to April 27. The game will also be available at a 20% discount during the event. Developed by veteran Carlo Perconti, the game pays homage to classic 90s arcade titles with modern gameplay enhancements.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 3 gets formally announced
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 has been officially announced, with a planned release in 2027. The game will feature original characters created by Akira Toriyama and is set in AGE 1000, with a focus on West City. The article also expresses hope for improved Linux and SteamOS multiplayer support, referencing issues with Easy Anti-Cheat in the previous installment.
7 Days Left - Mom Life Simulator is coming in one week 💖
Mom Life Simulator is set to launch on Steam in one week, offering players a chance to experience the daily challenges of being a busy mom. The game will feature an exclusive launch discount for the first week. Players are encouraged to wishlist the game to not miss the release and limited-time offer.
I thought this sci-fi mystery looked cool, but my interest dropped when I realized it's another multiplayer…
The author expresses disappointment that the sci-fi mystery game Blind Descent is another four-player co-op survival title, finding the genre repetitive. While the game promises a unique symbiosis system reacting to player actions, the author doubts its solo playability and overall appeal.
Modern Warfare 2 Leads Steam Nostalgia Trip as Gamers Share First Purchases
A Reddit thread discussing first Steam purchases revealed that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009) was a dominant answer, highlighting its role in the platform's growth and the shift to digital distribution. The discussion also touched upon the lasting impact of early digital gaming experiences and the role of nostalgia in gaming culture.
Steam week in review: Pragmata and Windrose face off, with sad sci-fi dads proving no match for tree-chopping pirates
The pirate survival game Windrose has achieved significant success in its early access launch on Steam, selling one million copies in six days and surpassing the concurrent player count of Pragmata. While Pragmata, a sci-fi shooter from Capcom, also performed well and released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, Windrose's popularity on PC has been a notable surprise. Other games mentioned include Counter-Strike 2, Mouse: P.I. For Hire, PUBG: Battlegrounds, and Forza Horizon 6.
Shuhei Yoshida Says Former SIE CEO Wanted to Remove Him From First-Party Development
Shuhei Yoshida revealed in an interview that former Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan removed him from his first-party development role in 2019 because Yoshida refused to follow Ryan's "ridiculous" requests. Yoshida, who had led first-party development for 11 years and worked on titles like Ghost of Tsushima, was then moved to support indie game development. He stated that this transition was more significant to him personally than leaving the company later to work freelance, where he now has the freedom to discuss other platforms like Nintendo and Xbox.
Bandai Namco Officially Reveals What's Next For The Dragon Ball Xenoverse Series
Bandai Namco has announced the final DLC for Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, Future Saga Chapter 4, will release in Summer 2026. The company also officially confirmed Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 for a 2027 launch on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 Announced for PC and Consoles in First Trailer
Bandai Namco Entertainment has officially announced Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, with a planned release in 2027 for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The announcement was accompanied by the release of the game's first trailer.
Shadow of the Road Gets a New Story Overview Trailer
Another Angle Games and Owlcat Games released a new story overview trailer for their tactical RPG, Shadow of the Road, which is set in an alternate 19th-century Japan featuring mechs and mythology. A demo is now available on PC via Steam, with the full game expected to launch later in 2026.
The Caribou Trail Dated, Out This Year | Console Creatures
The Caribou Trail, a narrative adventure game from Québec's Unreliable Narrators, will launch on May 14, 2026, for Steam, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation 5. The game is based on a Canadian story set during the Gallipoli Campaign of World War I, focusing on survival and memory.
Steam is Drowning in Game Announcements and Alayers Can’t Keep Up
The gaming industry is experiencing an overwhelming volume of game announcements, particularly on Steam, leading to player fatigue and difficulty in keeping up. This saturation is attributed to lower barriers to entry for developers, the ongoing indie boom, and marketing pressures driven by social media algorithms and FOMO. While this chaos fosters creative diversity, players are advised to develop better filtering skills and developers to be more strategic with their announcements to avoid burnout.
Windrose sails past 1 million copies sold in six days as it hits 200,000 concurrent players
The survival crafting game Windrose has sold over 1 million copies in its first six days on Steam, also reaching a peak of 200,000 concurrent players. Developer Kraken Express thanked players for their support while acknowledging ongoing work to fix online multiplayer issues.
The sequel to flying city-builder Airborne Kingdom just hit 1.0 with a huge update and a 50% discount
The sequel to the flying city-builder Airborne Kingdom, titled Airborne Empire, has officially launched its 1.0 version with a significant update and a 50% discount on Steam. The update introduces new structures, customization options, and a jet engine for combat and speed bursts. The original Airborne Kingdom is also on sale.
Sci-fi Survival Game Blind Descent Reveals First Story Trailer
The upcoming sci-fi survival game Blind Descent, developed by Pokuch and published by META Publishing, has revealed its first story trailer. The game, set on Mars, will feature co-op survival-crafting elements and is slated for an Early Access launch on PC via Steam in 2026, with a full release planned for PC and consoles.
After 2 years in Steam Early Access and almost 2 million copies sold, ARPG No Rest for the Wicked is "not slowing…
Moon Studios, the developer behind Ori and the Blind Forest, has announced that No Rest for the Wicked is still actively being developed for its 1.0 release, despite being in Steam Early Access for two years. The action RPG has sold nearly two million copies during its Early Access period.
Pirate game Windrose dethrones Steam's survival champion as it sails up the charts
The pirate survival game Windrose, published by Pocketpair and developed by Kraken Express, has achieved significant success on Steam, surpassing long-standing titles like Rust. The game offers a PvE experience with soulslike combat inspiration, extensive building options, and a story involving a 1700s captain challenging Blackbeard. Windrose is currently available in Early Access on PC with up to eight-player co-op support.
Point-and-Click Adventures Rise From the Dead With 17 Modern Masterpieces
The point-and-click adventure genre is experiencing a significant renaissance, with 17 modern masterpieces revitalizing the format. These new titles learn from the mistakes of the past, offering engaging puzzles and atmospheric storytelling without the frustrations of older games. Despite this resurgence, mainstream gaming media has largely overlooked this trend, leaving many fans unaware of the genre's vibrant comeback on platforms like Steam.
