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One Button Games 5-in-1 Vol. 8 Adds Five More Bite-Sized Challenges To Xbox And PC
One Button Games 5-in-1 Vol. 8 has been released for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC, featuring five new bite-sized challenges that utilize a single button for control. Developed by ABA Games and m1s3ry and published by Xitilon, the collection offers varied gameplay experiences such as a robot balloon-popping game, a fishing challenge, and a precision shooting game, all priced at £4.19.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Stops Teasing: D23 Panel Delivers the Full Extended Trailer
Square Enix and Disney provided an extended four-minute trailer for Kingdom Hearts 4 at the D23 panel, showcasing new gameplay and cutscenes set in the world of Coco. The trailer revealed that players will control characters other than Sora, including Donald, Goofy, and Mickey Mouse, who features in a puzzle-based origami world. The game is confirmed for a late 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Whisper of the House Unpacks Cozy Xbox Preorders Today
The cozy pixel-art mystery simulation game, Whisper of the House, is now available for preorder on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC. Developed by GD Studio, the game allows players to act as a housekeeper in a magical town, organizing spaces and uncovering secrets. Preordering before the August 27 launch date grants a 20% discount.
Misblood Wants You To Shoot First And Ask Questions Never
Misblood, an arcade-style top-down shooter developed by Renato Pereira Siqueira and published by Phoenix Reborn Games, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. Priced at £4.19, the game features 25 contracts in a pixel-art city where players must eliminate enemies in short, replayable missions.
Hunahpu Quest. Mechanoid Brings A Hardcore Puzzle Adventure To Xbox
Hunahpu Quest. Mechanoid, a hardcore puzzle adventure game developed by Rumata Lab and published by Valkyrie Initiative LLP, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. The game features 40 levels combining puzzles, platforming, and combat, and has previously received Mostly Positive reviews on Steam and Nintendo Switch.
Barkside Roads Takes A Dog On A Puzzling Brazilian Road Trip
Barkside Roads, a new puzzle adventure game from Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. The game features a dog driving a dune buggy across Brazil, solving hexagonal route-building puzzles across 30 levels inspired by locations like Copacabana and the Lapa Arches.
Sokobear Spring Harvests A Fresh Set Of Puzzles On Xbox And PC
Sokobear Spring, a new Sokoban-style puzzle game, has been released on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. Developed by Bad Kid Games and published by Little Giant and Bad Minion, the game features 40 levels with a spring theme, tasking players with pushing pumpkins onto designated spots while avoiding obstacles and chasing away moles.
Grain Rot Is a Co-Op Extraction Horror where Death Isn’t the End, Out Now
Grain Rot, a co-op extraction horror game from indie developer Beck & Branch Games and publisher Neem Interactive, is now available on Windows PC via Steam. The game supports 1-4 players online and features physics-driven chaos where players control an artificial soul that can inhabit new bodies after death. The game costs $9.99, with a 10% launch discount available.
Can You Keep Your Sheep On The Right Path In Herd Dispatch?
Herd Dispatch, a new puzzle game from Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The game challenges players to guide sheep of different colors to their correct pens by switching pathways. Despite its charming pixel art and relaxed pace, the game received a 2.5/5 review score, with criticism for its unclear execution and simplicity.
Gunstoppable Released
Gunstoppable, a roguelite first-person shooter developed by CAGE Studios, has been released on Steam for Windows PC. The game is also scheduled to launch on Xbox at the end of the current month.
Apple is working on a seamless copy-paste experience between iPhones and Windows PCs
Apple is developing a feature that will allow seamless copy-pasting between iPhones and Windows PCs. The availability of this functionality outside of the European Union remains uncertain.
Leafy Corner – Put Down Roots In A Cozy Plant Shop Adventure
Leafy Corner, a cozy plant shop management game developed and published by Fireline Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The game focuses on nurturing and selling over 100 real-world plants, customizing the shop, and building customer reputation rather than fast-paced profit chasing.
Project Neon Blasts Onto Xbox With A Mission To Save Earth – By Invading Mars
Project Neon, a new vertical shoot 'em up from developer and publisher FULLSET, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The game tasks players with saving Earth by invading Mars, dismantling planetary defense networks, and battling colossal bosses in fast-paced, 16-bit inspired action.
HAMVENTURE Trots Onto Xbox With 40 Puzzle-Filled Platforming Challenges
HAMVENTURE, a new puzzle platformer developed and published by YUME GAME STUDIO, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. The game features 40 levels with platforming and puzzle elements, challenging players to navigate traps and hazards. Bundles including HAMVENTURE and another YUME GAME STUDIO title, Lara Returns to the Castle, are also available.
Case Solved: The London Files Released
Case Solved: The London Files, a casual investigation simulation from Minimol, has been released on Windows PC via Steam. The game allows players to test their detective skills.
SHORE Announced
Underdog has announced SHORE, a cooperative survival adventure game set on a raft. The game is scheduled to be released this year for Windows PC via Steam.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour Opens 5,000-Slot Network Test Ahead of 2027 Launch
Sega is launching a closed network test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, featuring two modes, four characters, and six vehicles, ahead of its 2027 release. Registration is open until August 31 for the test, which runs from September 11-13 and supports cross-play on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will be available at full launch.
Dystopicon Released
Dystopicon, a time management game set in a dystopian future, has been released on Steam for Windows PC. The game allows players to experience this unique setting, as showcased in its launch trailer.
WHIPLASH Announced
Red Fox Studios has announced WHIPLASH, a speedrunning first-person shooter set to release later this year on Windows PC. A playable demo is currently available on Steam.
Get Them Out! – Hamsters, Moles And Some Puzzle Twists
Get Them Out! is a new puzzle game available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC from developer Afil Games. The game challenges players to strategically place hamster pieces to drive moles off the board, featuring 30 levels with increasing complexity and a charming presentation. Despite some minor clarity issues with mechanics, the game's unique ideas and low price make it a recommended purchase for puzzle fans.
