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Mini War codes (September 2026) for Gems and more
This guide provides active Mini War codes for September 2026, which players can redeem for Gems, an in-game currency used to purchase exclusive units and buildings from the Black Market. The article explains how to redeem codes and lists expired ones for reference.
Wild West Pioneers – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Wild West Pioneers, a city builder adventure game, is now accepting beta sign-ups. Players will lead settlers into the frontier, manage settlements, establish production chains, and explore the wilderness while following a story about finding a missing father. The game features voice-acted dialogue and choices that impact settlement development.
Prospera – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Prospera, a first and third-person city builder set in the Victorian era, is opening beta sign-ups. The game blends survival, crafting, strategy, and management elements, allowing players to rise from a lumberjack to an industrial tycoon. It features complex production chains, a unique Prosperity System where aesthetics drive progress, and dynamic citizen reactions.
Coming Out in gaming this week — September 7, 2026
This week's gaming releases include a variety of titles across multiple platforms. Tiny Eden offers a cozy urban farming simulation on PC, while Halloween brings multiplayer action to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. SPRAWL zero provides a fast-paced cyberpunk FPS experience on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Valheim's 1.0 release expands its brutal Viking survival gameplay on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox One/Series X|S, and Switch 2. Folklands is a relaxing fantasy Nordic-inspired settlement builder for PC. Hot Wheels Infinite Rush offers arcade racing on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Finally, Welcome to Elderfield is a cozy horror RPG with simulation and strategy elements for PC.
Dune City - Dune II meets Sim City in this PC mash up
Dune City, a new PC game that blends elements of Dune II and Sim City, has been released on Android, PC, and Mac. It transforms the Dune Legacy engine into a city-building experience focused on managing infrastructure, power grids, and budgets on the planet Arrakis.
Lego Skylines Hands-On Preview: It’s a Cozy, More Relaxing City-Builder
Lego Skylines is a cozier and simpler city-builder that aims to be less punishing than other games in the genre. While it still includes challenges like crime and fires, players will have more time to address them.
Lego Skylines' devs want your city's problems to be visible without digging into a stats screen, which means finding a "family friendly" version of showing homelessness
Developers at Iceflake Studios are aiming to make societal problems in Lego Skylines visually apparent without relying on statistics screens. While crime and fires will be depicted through in-game events, the team is still working on how to represent complex issues like homelessness in a family-friendly manner consistent with the Lego brand.
LEGO Skylines has you start with a single family home & scale up step by step to a city
LEGO Skylines, a city builder from the makers of Cities: Skylines, will allow players to start with a single family home and gradually scale up to managing a full metropolis. Senior Editor Ozzie Mejia previewed an early build, noting the progression from individual needs to neighborhood and eventually city-wide management. The game is targeting a 2027 release.
LEGO Skylines features building customization, and residents will ask for it
LEGO Skylines, a new city-builder crossover with the LEGO brand, will allow players to customize buildings with unique colors and patterns. Residents will also make specific customization requests, adding a management component to keeping citizens happy. The game was previewed at Gamescom 2026.
Lego Skylines is already looking like a treat, but I suspect the real magic's in the stuff Paradox won't talk about just yet
Lego Skylines, developed by Iceflake Studios and published by Paradox Interactive, offers a charming Lego-themed city-building experience that starts intimately but hints at deeper complexity. While the initial gameplay focuses on accessible building and decoration, the developers suggest more advanced features and customization options will be revealed later, potentially making it a truly special title for adults despite its family-friendly appearance.
Wild West Pioneers open playtest begins ahead of September Early Access launch
The city builder Wild West Pioneers, developed by EmpireCraft Studios and published by Toplitz Productions, has begun its final open playtest on Steam, which runs until September 14. Players can apply for access to provide feedback before the game launches into Early Access on PC on September 25, 2026.
Lego Skylines Is More Than Just A Lego Skin On A Familiar Game
Lego Skylines is a distinct city-builder, not just a cosmetic overlay for Cities Skylines. It offers a charming Lego experience with trademark humor and tactile brick action, allowing players to build homes and entire cities with a focus on individual citizen needs and creative customization. The game features a gentle learning curve, making it suitable for newcomers to the genre while still offering depth for experienced players.
LEGO Skylines is exactly the cozy dream that it sounds like
LEGO Skylines, a new city builder from Paradox Interactive and Iceflake Studios, offers a relaxing and cozy experience focused on building a thriving metropolis. Drawing inspiration from Cities: Skylines, the game allows players to customize structures and fulfill resident requests, with a preview at Gamescom 2026 highlighting its potential for a refreshing change of pace in the LEGO game series. It is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Lego Skylines' blend of city building and Lego click-clack needs to be heard to be believed
Lego Skylines, developed by Iceflake Studios, blends the complex city-building mechanics of Cities: Skylines with the charm of Lego. The preview build showcases a focus on personal customization of homes and city modules, alongside traditional infrastructure management. The game is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
After playing a bit of Lego Skylines, it seems like a city builder for people who care less about traffic jams and more…
A preview of the upcoming city builder Lego Skylines reveals a charming and visually appealing game focused on detailed customization of individual homes and neighborhoods. While the preview build was short, it showcased cute animations and a focus on player happiness through decoration and quests, suggesting a less management-heavy experience than traditional city builders.
Lego Skylines är inte en förenklad Skylines-upplevelse
Lego Skylines, a city-builder developed by Iceflake Studios, was announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live. While featuring a child-friendly Lego theme, the game is aimed at adults and requires strategic planning for traffic and leisure activities. Players will place pre-made buildings rather than constructing them brick-by-brick. It is set to release on an unconfirmed date for Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Cookie Clicker-Like Incremental Title Hearth and Hamlet Launches on PC
Phorust Studios' new incremental citybuilder, Hearth and Hamlet, has sold over 100,000 units on PC within its first week. The game features a charming medieval pixel art style and combines elements of casual gameplay, simulation, and strategy.
LEGO Skylines Preview – A Brilliant City Builder With a Lego Twist | Invision Game Community
A preview build of Lego Skylines from Iceflake Studios and Paradox Interactive showcases a promising city-builder with a distinct Lego twist. The game combines familiar city-building mechanics with extensive customization options, allowing players to construct and manage their own Lego cities. Early impressions highlight gorgeous visuals and solid performance on PC, despite minor issues in the preview build.
Shack Chat: What was your favorite reveal from Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026?
Shacknews staff members shared their favorite reveals from Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026. Highlights included Stage Tour, LEGO Skylines, Mega Man Dual Override, The Witcher 3 Remastered, and Rainbow Six Tactics. Several staff members expressed particular excitement for LEGO Skylines, a new city-building game from Paradox Interactive.
Limbic Entertainment on life after Bandai Namco
Limbic Entertainment's communications manager Christopher Grünewald discussed the studio's successful transition to independence after being sold by Bandai Namco Entertainment. He highlighted the success of their pirate city builder Corsair Cove, which has sold over 200,000 units and maintained positive reviews on Steam, contrasting it with the challenges faced by their previous title, Park Beyond. Grünewald emphasized the importance of targeting a specific niche and delivering a polished product at launch.
