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New VR shooter from the creators of Hellsplit: Arena
Cute & Dead, a new VR shooter from the creators of Hellsplit: Arena, is set to launch on the Meta Store in July 2026 for various Meta Quest headsets, with a PCVR release planned for the second half of 2026. The game combines fast-paced zombie combat with collectible elements and a dating-sim twist, where players rescue girls during a zombie apocalypse.
Don't be put off by its name—Rizz Dungeon: Skeleton Key to My Heart is actually a very fun dungeon crawler…
Rizz Dungeon: Skeleton Key to My Heart, developed by Snoozy Kazoo, is a unique dungeon crawler that blends combat with dating sim elements. Players control Taffy, who recruits monsters by flirting with them rather than fighting directly. The game is slated for release on September 17 and features colorful pixel art and a humorous, 'chronically online' tone.
Growing Creator Traction & Upcoming Steam Summer Sale
Lover's Enigma, a dark psychological horror visual novel, is gaining traction with content creators and will be discounted during the upcoming Steam Summer Sale starting June 25th. Publisher Okasan's Recipe and developer FallenCranberry are promoting the sale to welcome new players to the game's unsettling romance and branching narratives.
HIROTONFA's American Revolution Smuggler Playable at Steam Next Fest, June 15–22
HIROTONFA's American Revolution Smuggler, a merchant sim with dice combat and dating elements set during the American Revolution, will have its demo playable at Steam Next Fest from June 15-22. The game is developed solo by HIROTONFA and published by 9th Exodus, with an Early Access release planned for September 2026.
"We'd be fools to put this game aside": Palworld devs couldn't resist following 1.0 up with farming and dating sims, says Pocketpair lead
Pocketpair's John Buckley stated that the success of Palworld has led the company to pursue spin-off projects, including a farming sim called Palfarm and a dating sim titled Palworld ~ More Than Just Pals. The studio is also developing a trading card game and exploring other multimedia projects with Sony's Aniplex. The full release of Palworld 1.0 is scheduled for July 10, with developers recommending a fresh save file to experience all the new content.
9 R.I.P. sequel western release launches in fall 2026
Idea Factory International has announced that 9 R.I.P. sequel, the follow-up to the original 9 R.I.P., will receive a western release in fall 2026 for the Nintendo Switch. The game continues Misa Isshiki's story as she navigates high school, romance, and the consequences of her past actions, offering multiple routes and endings.
Date Everything "Self Care Update" Brings Some Bliss To Switch Today
Team17 and Sassy Chap Games have released the 'Self Care Update' for the dating sim Date Everything on Nintendo Switch. This update addresses community feedback, introducing features like player pronoun changes, a clearer HUD for screenshots, and adjustments based on player sensitivity feedback. The game allows players to date various entities, with voice acting from notable talents like Troy Baker and Matt Mercer.
Stupid Never Dies gets Fall 2026 release window for PS5 and PC
The action RPG Stupid Never Dies is scheduled for a Fall 2026 release on PlayStation 5 and PC. Developed by GPTRACK50, the game features a cowardly zombie named Davy who falls in love with a frozen human girl and gains monster abilities through a 'Style Eat' mechanic. The game is described as a 'Blazing Fast Growth 3D Action RPG' with an estimated playtime of 30 hours.
Round Up: Every Switch 1 & 2 Announcement From Summer Game Fest's Weekend Showcases
Summer Game Fest 2026 featured numerous announcements for the Nintendo Switch, including a variety of indie titles and some ports of existing games. Showcases like Geoff Keighley's Opening Show, Day of the Devs, Southeast Asian Games Showcase, Wholesome Direct, and others revealed new games and DLC across multiple genres.
Southeast Asian Game Showcase spotlight - HellHeart Breaker
HellHeart Breaker is a unique blend of dating simulation and action RPG set in an Asian-themed underworld. Players explore dungeons to uncover a mysterious past while romancing various characters, with unchosen partners becoming bosses. The game features 35 unique weapons, seven elemental skill trees, and a home decoration system, developed by the team behind Cuisineer and set for a Q2 2027 release on PC via Steam.
Rizz Dungeon: Skeleton Key to My Heart Launches September 17, New Demo Available Now
Snoozy Kazoo announced that Rizz Dungeon: Skeleton Key to My Heart will launch on PC via Steam on September 17, 2026, with a new expanded demo available now. The game is a relationship-driven RPG where players recruit Monster Girls and build relationships that influence turn-based combat. The demo includes new features like Sleepover mini-games and a boss encounter.
Gokigen Lovely Days Cockroach Otome Dating Sim Sells Bug Sprays
Earth Corporation has released an unusual otome dating sim titled Gokigen Lovely Days in Japan, where players can romance four characters based on cockroach species, all voiced by Yuki Kaji. The free-to-play game, available on PC and mobile browsers until September 3, 2026, concludes with an advertisement for Earth Corporation's cockroach sprays.
Sweet Hamster Days Dating Sim Demo Appears on Steam
Kodansha has released a demo for the dating sim Sweet Hamster Days on PC via Steam, with the full release scheduled for July 2026 on Steam and Epic Games Store. The game features players as a reincarnated hamster raised by the Shiratori sisters, with gameplay focused on exploring the house and reconciling the sisters. An English trailer is available, though it features Japanese voiceovers with auto-dubbing.
Tactical RPG 'Ledgerbound' Launches This July With Romance Options and Helldivers 2 Narrative Talent; New
OmniMegaSuperCorp announced that its tactical RPG Ledgerbound will launch on PC via Steam on July 14, 2026. The game blends turn-based combat, workplace satire, and dating sim elements, developed by former Helldivers 2 narrative talent. A new trailer revealed romanceable party members and highlighted the game's unique corporate bureaucracy setting.
High Times Dating/Cooking Sim Launches July 23 on PC and Consoles
Yangyang Mobile announced that High Times – Dating/Cooking Sim will be released on July 23, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. This narrative-driven game places players in a donut shop where they use pastries for 'Donut Therapy' to help customers with their emotional needs, while also engaging in relationship drama with over 30 characters.
KikiCan & Ronkad Announce Welcome, Dear Human
Independent developers KikiCan and Ronkad announced the full version of their monster dating sim visual novel, Welcome, Dear Human, is coming to Steam. The game, which began as a popular demo on itch.io, will feature 10 dateable monsters with individual routes and stories, expanding on the original premise with romance, comedy, and horror elements.
Psychological Horror Dating Sim 'Lover’s Enigma' Launches Later This Month; New Trailer Streaming Now
FallenCranberry and Okasan's Recipe announced that the psychological horror dating sim Lover's Enigma will launch for PC via Steam on May 20. The game follows a woman investigating her husband's death, uncovering a mystery involving grief, trauma, and a cult, with branching choices affecting relationships and story outcomes.
Lover’s Enigma Goes Viral on X Ahead of May 20th PC Launch
Developer FallenCranberry and publisher Okasan's Recipe announced that Lover's Enigma, a dark dating sim and psychological horror visual novel, will launch on PC via Steam on May 20th. The game has recently gained significant attention on X (formerly Twitter) ahead of its release. Lover's Enigma blends romance with unsettling mystery, exploring themes of love, grief, and hidden truths through branching choices and psychological tension.
Psychological horror visual novel Lover’s Enigma hits Steam this month — MP3s & NPCs
The psychological horror visual novel Lover's Enigma is set to release on Steam on May 20. The game combines dating sim elements with a dark narrative where players investigate the mysterious death of their husband, encountering potential allies and threats within a dangerous cult. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Lover’s Enigma Officially Launches on PC, A Dark Romance with a Ghost Husband
FallenCranberry and Okasan's Recipe have announced the official PC release of Lover's Enigma, a dark dating sim and psychological horror visual novel, on May 20th via Steam. The game blends romance with unsettling mystery, featuring a branching narrative with over 100,000 words, multiple endings, and a unique rhythm mini-game system. Future language and platform expansions are planned based on community support.