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Shenmue III Enhanced Gets New Trailer and Details
ININ Games and YS NET have released new details and a trailer for Shenmue III Enhanced, which will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This enhanced version features improved graphics, 4K texture enhancements, increased NPC density, gameplay tweaks, and optional modern refinements, with a release date to be announced soon.
1348 Ex Voto Review When Storytelling Outshines the Swordplay | AltChar
1348 Ex Voto is a short medieval adventure game that excels in its storytelling, even though its gameplay mechanics have notable flaws. The narrative power of the game is strong enough to compensate for its shortcomings.
Jungle Joe - A new puzzle platformer makes an appearance on the Commodore Plus/4
The 220 Volt Team has officially released their new puzzle platformer, Jungle Joe, for the Commodore Plus/4. The game emphasizes strategic thinking and foresight over quick reflexes, featuring a perilous journey through jungles, caves, and ruins. It combines classic Commodore 64 atmosphere with modern logic-based gameplay.
Fan Favorite PS5, PS4 Adventure Game 70% Off on PS Store
Life Is Strange: True Colors is currently available for 70% off on the PlayStation Store for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, priced at $17.99 until March 26. This limited-time deal coincides with the upcoming launch of a new entry in the series, Life Is Strange: Reunion. The game, praised for its narrative and supernatural abilities, holds strong critical reception.
Kena: Bridge of Spirits arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 next week
Ember Lab has announced that Kena: Bridge of Spirits will be released on Nintendo Switch on March 26th. The Switch version includes the Anniversary DLC, featuring new challenges, outfits, and accessibility options, as well as a New Game+ mode.
Soul Trapped - An MSX2 adventure game featuring MSX-Music and mouse support!
Soul Trapped is a new MSX2 adventure game developed by Casper Croes and Pixel Phenix, notable for its large 14MB NEO ROM cartridge size. The game features MSX-Music and mouse support, offering players an immersive experience with a focus on exploration and puzzle-solving.
Hoarder is just a beautiful Polish cleaning sim from a former Darkwood dev, until you find the staircase to the very different game beneath
Hoarder is a new game from Byzel, a team including a co-creator of Darkwood and members from Superhot's development. Initially presented as a cleaning simulator similar to PowerWash Simulator, the game features a hidden layer that shifts into a different genre, described as an adventure game with horror elements. The developers, part of Awaken Realms, have released a trailer that hints at these deeper mysteries.
Morning Postmortems/Retrospectives
Developers at Embark Studios revealed that Arc Raiders was initially envisioned as more of an adventure game than a shooter, with a greater focus on exploration. The article also briefly mentions Cities: Skylines 2.
Visual Novel 'Everything Will Be Fine! Launches' on PC
The adventure visual novel Everything Will Be Fine!, developed by nanohana and published by room6, has launched on PC via Steam. Players engage in dialogue-based gameplay where choices lead to one of four different endings. The game is part of room6's Yokaze indie game label, which focuses on emotionally resonant experiences.
Arc Raiders devs wanted to make it an adventure game more than a shooter: 'We saw more potential in allowing…
Embark's Arc Raiders has pivoted from a shooter-focused experience to emphasize adventure and player exploration. Production director Caio Braga stated that the team saw more potential in allowing players to explore the game's sandbox environments rather than solely focusing on combat.
Decollate Decoration on the way to Nintendo Switch
Kemco and Kanekodo announced that the point-and-click adventure game Decollate Decoration will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 17, 2025. The game features a pixel-art visual novel style where players control a ghost girl trying to fulfill her desires for her beloved, with branching narratives leading to six different endings.
Good Children Say Grace Is a Manga-Inspired Psychological Horror About Hunger and Possession, Demo Set for
Good Children Say Grace, a psychological horror adventure game inspired by manga, will release a playable demo on PC via Steam on April 2, 2026, with an Early Access launch to follow. The game features a narrative focused on family, hunger, and possession, with contributions from Japanese creatives like voice actress Kaori Shimizu and composer Norihiko Hibino. Development is led by a small team with mentorship from Metro series developers, and the game will feature a nonlinear, branching story with multiple endings.
Atmospheric Adventure 'ARIE: Moonprayer' Launches May 13, New Trailer Reveals Japanese Voice Cast
PhantomWorks announced that its anime-style adventure game ARIE: Moonprayer will launch on May 13, 2026, for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. A new trailer revealed the Japanese voice cast, including Yohei Matsuoka as Diallo Munte and Asaki Yuikawa as Raye Mostenirea. A demo with Japanese voice support is available, and the game will feature English, Japanese, and Chinese text at launch.
Duck Side of the Moon, an open-world exploration and crafting adventure game, announced for Nintendo Switch
Starbrew Games announced that Duck Side of the Moon, a cozy open-world exploration and crafting adventure game starring a duck astronaut, will release on Nintendo Switch on May 7, 2026. Players will explore a whimsical galaxy, gather materials, craft gadgets, and upgrade their spaceship while interacting with unusual locals.
Cozy adventure game Duck Side of the Moon launches May 7 for Switch, PC
The cozy adventure game Duck Side of the Moon is set to release on May 7 for Nintendo Switch and PC. The game offers a charming experience for players looking for a relaxing adventure.
ARIE: Moonprayer launches May 13
The anime-style 3D adventure game ARIE: Moonprayer is set to launch on May 13 for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game features a distinct anime aesthetic.
Alice in Wonder Underland AIWU Shows Off Its Dreamlike-and Unsettling-Exploration in New Trailer
A new trailer for the exploration-driven adventure game Alice in Wonder Underland AIWU has been released, showcasing its dreamlike and unsettling environments. Developed by YMCAT and published by Regista, the game is set to launch on PC via Steam in Q2 2026. Players will freely explore over 30 themed areas, solving puzzles and interacting with residents as Alice, who is guided by a companion named Noir Bunny.
The Ratline Released
The detective thriller adventure game The Ratline has been released on Steam by Owlskip Games. Set in 1971, the game tasks players with tracking down Nazi fugitives and is available for PC.
The cozy collection adventure, Collectors Cove, is out now for PC and consoles
VoodooDuck has announced that their cozy collection adventure game, Collectors Cove, is now available for PC and consoles. The game focuses on collection and adventure elements.
The wholesome adventure game, Adorable Adventures, is coming to PC and consoles on April 30th
PQube announced that the wholesome adventure game Adorable Adventures will be released on PC and consoles on April 30th. The game is described as a wholesome adventure.