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Unknown Worlds Announces Subnautica Free Weekend and 75% Discount Promotion
Unknown Worlds is offering a free weekend for Subnautica on Steam and the Epic Games Store from April 2-6, with a separate free play event on Xbox from April 9-12. The promotion coincides with a 75% discount on Subnautica and Subnautica: Below Zero on PC platforms and a 50% discount on Xbox. This event precedes the upcoming Early Access launch of Subnautica 2, which will feature Unreal Engine 5 visuals and optional co-op for up to four players.
Xenonauts 2 hits 1.0 after almost three years of early access and paves the way for mods galore
Xenonauts 2 has officially launched its 1.0 version after nearly three years in early access, bringing a host of improvements including reworked tactical maps, updated art, faster loading times, and enhanced enemy AI. Developer Goldhawk Interactive has also implemented significant technical work to enable modding support, with more tools to come.
The cozy medieval art sim ‘Scriptorium: Master of Manuscripts’, is coming to Steam on April 16th
Mythwright and Yaza Games announced that their cozy medieval art simulation game, Scriptorium: Master of Manuscripts, will be released on Steam on April 16th. The game focuses on manuscript creation within a medieval setting.
The medieval turn-based RPG, ‘Legends of the Round Table’, is out now on Steam
Artifice Studio announced that its turn-based RPG, Legends of the Round Table, will be released on PC via Steam on March 31, 2026. The game is set in a medieval world and follows the developer's previous title, Sang-Froid: Tales of Werewolves.
Indie Dev’s ‘A Ridiculous Waste of Time’ Hits Steam With 5-Game Collection
Indie developer RG Steve has launched 'A Ridiculous Waste of Time' on Steam, a collection of five games presented with a refreshingly honest title. This collection-based approach, promising future growth, aims to stand out in the crowded indie market by offering immediate value and a clear brand identity. The developer's strategy focuses on long-term commitment and leveraging Steam's library system for expansion.
First 3 Resident Evil Games and Breath of Fire IV Head to Steam With DRM
Capcom has released the PC versions of Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3: Nemesis, and Breath of Fire IV on Steam. These versions include Digital Rights Management (DRM) via The Enigma Protector, a feature absent in their previous GOG releases. The games are currently available at a 50% launch discount.
ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies Launching on Steam May 21
ZA/UM's espionage RPG, ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies, is launching on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG on May 21, with a PlayStation 5 release planned for later this year. Studio Head Allen Murray highlighted the game's day-one multi-language support, contrasting it with the lengthy localization process for Disco Elysium.
Neighborhood Watch Event Returning to GTA Online
Rockstar Games has brought back the Neighborhood Watch Event to Grand Theft Auto Online, featuring new law enforcement vehicles and bonus rewards for Dispatch Work and Bounties. The event runs through April 15 and includes various discounts on vehicles and purchases. Additionally, the article briefly mentions updates and releases for other games including Echoes of Aincrad, MLB Perfect Inning 26, TAMASHIKA, NullStar: Solus, MotorSlice, and Willow Guard: Frostreign.
Open-world crime game Samson had to be pared back mid-development, which led to its unusual structure: 'It's…
The open-world crime game Samson, developed by Liquid Swords, has undergone significant changes due to mid-development layoffs and budget constraints, shifting from a larger action RPG to a more focused experience with roguelike elements. Director Christofer Sundberg discusses the challenges faced by the studio and the game's unique structure, which emphasizes daily debt reduction and strategic planning. Samson is set to launch on Steam and Epic Games Store on April 8.
Co-op bullet heaven Temtem Swarm charges out of early access and into full 1.0 release
Temtem Swarm has officially launched its 1.0 version, exiting early access with new features including a prestige system, two new Tems (Venx and Chromeon), and a procedurally generated arena called the Evershifting Tower. The co-op bullet heaven game is available cross-platform on PC via Steam and PlayStation 5, with the latter offering a discount until April 16th.
Temtem®: Swarm Hits 1.0! New Tems, New Map, and PlayStation 5 Launch
Temtem: Swarm has officially launched its 1.0 version, exiting Early Access with new Tems, a Prestige System for long-term progression, and the Evershifting Tower arena. The game is now available on Steam and PlayStation 5, featuring cross-platform co-op, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for later. Bundles with Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor and Brotato are also available on Steam.
Clean Up Earth Released
Clean Up Earth, described by developer Magic Pockets as the first massively cooperative cleaning game, is now available on PC via Steam and consoles. The game focuses on cooperative gameplay mechanics.
Game History and Preservation
GOG has released optimized ports of the original PC Resident Evil trilogy on Steam, making these classic titles more accessible. This move highlights ongoing efforts in game preservation, ensuring older games can be played on modern platforms.
Slay the Spire 2 devs were caught off guard by 13,000 negative Steam review spike: "It was much more extreme than…
Mega Crit co-founder Casey Yano addressed a recent spike of over 13,000 negative Steam reviews for Slay the Spire 2, noting that while he is accustomed to harsh feedback, newer team members were surprised. The negative reviews were reportedly tied to a specific balance change rather than external factors, and Yano highlighted efforts to improve communication channels with players, particularly in China.
6-Player Co-Op Title Split Happens Is Coming Soon to Steam
The co-op game Split Happens is coming to PC via Steam in Q4 2026. Developed by the two-person indie studio Sonova Studio, the game tasks 1-6 players with managing a failing nuclear power plant to prevent a meltdown. Players will need to fix various hazards and keep the reactor stable while also having opportunities for downtime and fun.
Sci-Fi Drone 2D Platformer Nullstar: Solus Lands April Release Date
The sci-fi drone 2D platformer Nullstar: Solus will launch on April 16, 2026, for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Smash Attack Aus and published by indie.io, the game features 100 bite-sized levels focused on precision movement and speed. Team member Dean Baron expressed excitement for the game's release, calling it a 'love letter' to classic games.
CottonGame Announces April 14, 2026, for Global Launch of Before Fate on Steam
CottonGame has announced that its time-traveling survival adventure game, Before Fate, will launch globally on Steam for PC on April 14, 2026. The game features a retro-futuristic art style, extensive survival and crafting mechanics, and a sci-fi narrative where players uncover the truth behind an impending interstellar disaster.
Rabbit Comes Home: Roguelite Tower Defense Announced for Steam
ZIPSTED, an indie studio founded by Edgar Letner, has announced Rabbit Comes Home, a sci-fi survival roguelite tower defense game. Players will manage resources and defend their ship while attempting to return to Earth. The game is slated for a 2026 release on PC, Mac, and Steam Deck via Steam.
Missing The Point, a Surreal Fishing Game Made to be Finished in One Sitting
Missing The Point, a surreal fishing game developed by In The Keep, is set to release on April 9, 2026, for PC via Steam and Itch, and PlayStation 5. The indie title features handmade assets and a narrative exploring themes of distraction and acceptance, designed to be completed in a single sitting.
After nearly 1 year, viral Steam horror hit Lethal Company is back with another big update boasting 3 new creatures that are sure to leave my pals and me screaming
Lethal Company, the viral Steam horror hit developed by Zeekerss, has received a major update, Version 80, nearly a year after its last significant patch. This update introduces a rework of the March exterior, bug fixes, performance improvements, three new creatures, a returning creature, new factory rooms, and a utility slot, focusing on forest moons and improving the experience for new players.
