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Chronicles: Medieval Video Goes Deeper Into Game’s Massive Battles
Raw Power Games has released a new video detailing the large-scale battles featured in their upcoming open-world sandbox game, Chronicles: Medieval. Senior Game Designer Gareth Bourn and Community Lead Clemens Koch discuss combat phases, unit types, and strategic elements. The game is set to launch in Steam Early Access this year, utilizing the company's proprietary Asgard technology and Unreal Engine 5.
What We Played – NBA The Run, Rune Dice & 33 Immortals
Several writers share their recent gaming experiences, including NBA 2K Playgrounds, Rune Dice, and 33 Immortals. Other titles mentioned include Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, God of War, Mortal Shell, and Fallout 2, with discussions on early access and upcoming releases.
Play Goblin Cleanup for Free
Crisalu and Team17 have released a Dungeon Daddy Boss update for their co-op cleaning game, Goblin Cleanup, which is currently in Early Access. A new trailer showcases the update's features.
BOXROOM Early Access
BOXROOM has launched on Steam for PC via Early Access, developed by Nested Loop Studios and Pantaloon. The game offers a virtual space to store a player's Steam library.
Project ZETA Beta Signups
KRAFTON and Nirvanana are holding a beta test for their upcoming five-team MOBA, Project ZETA, from June 24-27. The beta aims to prepare the game for its Early Access launch in the latter half of the year.
STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions Early Access
STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions has launched its Early Access period on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch. This new action-adventure title is developed by System Era Softworks and published by Devolver Digital.
MMORPG sandbox BitCrafted adds four new temporary regions and biomes as it celebrates 100K copies sold
Clockwork Labs has released a significant update for their early access MMORPG sandbox, BitCraft, titled 'Uncharted Lands.' This update introduces four new temporary regions and biomes, featuring new resources and challenges, available until August 20th. The patch also includes enhancements to boat and mount speed, new currencies, and additional crafting content, coinciding with the game's announcement of selling 100,000 copies.
Nine-year-old colony-builder MMO SEED hits early access July 21
The nine-year-old MMO colony-building simulator SEED will launch into Early Access on July 21st for $29.99. A new gameplay trailer showcases the multiplayer aspects of building colonies within a shared world, highlighting the game's continued ambition despite its long development period.
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions blasts off into early access today, with a full planet ready for you to explore
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions has launched into early access on PC, offering players a new space exploration experience. Developed by System Era Softworks, the game features cross-platform play and progression, with plans for approximately one year of early access development based on player feedback. The initial release includes a starting planet, missions, and story elements, with future updates planned to introduce new regions, endgame content, and quality-of-life improvements.
Schließt euch mit Freunden zusammen und erkundet fremde neue Welten in STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions – dem Koop-Weltraumabenteuer, das ab sofort für PC und Konsolen verfügbar ist
STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions, a cooperative space exploration game from System Era Softworks and Devolver Digital, has launched into Early Access for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game emphasizes teamwork and community, allowing players to explore new worlds, utilize advanced technologies, and contribute to a shared goal from a central space station.
Second Wind: Witchspire’s early access fixes everything that was wrong with the demo
The early access version of Witchspire represents a significant improvement over its demo, addressing numerous issues and refining core mechanics. The game now features more robust character creation, a clearer tutorial system, improved familiar AI, and better guidance for crafting and progression. While some minor jankiness and UI elements remain, the developers have clearly incorporated feedback, making Witchspire a much more polished and enjoyable experience that is worth checking out.
Release Dates/Windows
Several games have announced upcoming release dates and early access periods. APIDYA! will have a pre-order trailer on August 25th, Disc Golf Masters will launch in Early Access on June 23rd, and Gunstoppable will release on August 5th.
Morning Previews
This article provides early access impressions of the game Fatekeeper and a hands-on report for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis on PlayStation. The previews offer insights into the current state and gameplay of these titles.
For Palworld 1.0, one dev would "force wipe everyone" if he could just because players "will realistically be missing out on content" if they don't start over
Pocketpair developer John Buckley strongly recommends players start a fresh save file for Palworld's upcoming 1.0 release on July 10th, emphasizing that significant game overhauls will make existing saves miss out on content. While players are not forced to wipe their data, Buckley stated that if it were solely his decision, he would implement a mandatory wipe to ensure the best experience.
Fight or Kite: A first foray into Camelot Unchained’s early access
Camelot Unchained has launched its early access phase after 13 years of development, allowing players to experience its RvR combat. The author notes the game's lack of traditional quests and minimal character customization, focusing instead on faction-based land conquest and skill grinding. While initial technical issues on PC were resolved with an update, the core gameplay loop is described as thin, with a need for clearer direction for new players.
SpaceCraft Launches into Early Access on Steam
Shiro Games has launched its multiplayer space sandbox game, SpaceCraft, into Early Access on Steam for PC. The game allows players to build an interplanetary corporation by exploring star systems, piloting modular starships, and managing industrial automation and logistics. Nicolas Cannasse, CEO of Shiro Games, described it as their most ambitious project to date.
Dead As Disco Early Access Review
Dead As Disco is an Early Access rhythm combat beat 'em up where players control Charlie Disco, who must defeat his former bandmates. The game integrates music into its combat system, rewarding players for timing attacks to the beat. While the current offering is light on content, the core gameplay is strong, with satisfying combat and a unique integration of music.
Westlanders launches in Early Access for PC in early 2027
Westlanders, a Western-themed open-world survival game featuring crafting, building, and management, is set to launch in Early Access for PC in early 2027. Publisher Team17 and developer The Breach Studios announced that PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series versions will follow alongside the full release. The game allows players to evolve from survivors into leaders of a thriving economic network, utilizing a customizable wagon as a mobile base while exploring and surviving hostile environments.
Cosmo Tales Demo Now Available
Bohemia Interactive has released a playable demo for their family-friendly roguelite adventure, Cosmo Tales, and confirmed an Early Access launch in September 2026. The studio also showcased gameplay and trailers, highlighting the game's accessible design and procedural elements. Cosmo Tales will be featured during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22.
HELLO DADDY! GOBLIN CLEANUP’S FIRST BOSS IS HERE TO PUT PLAYERS IN THEIR PLACE
Team17 and Crisalu Games have introduced the first boss, 'Dungeon Daddy,' to their co-op game Goblin Cleanup. The game is currently in Steam Early Access and will launch fully in 2027. A free weekend for the game is also running from June 11th to June 15th.
