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The multiplayer shooter with radioactive attack bears and moose-drawn artillery is closing after less than a year in…
Developer 5 Fortress has announced the end of development for its online shooter Striden, less than a year after its early access launch. Citing low player numbers and unforeseen issues including cheaters and a cyberattack, the studio is closing servers and laying off all employees. The game's servers will remain online until the end of April.
InZoi devs say Baldur's Gate 3's early-access success story helped inspire them to try it themselves, even though it "was not really a thing" for Korean studios
Developers of the life simulation game InZOI have stated that the game's increasing complexity necessitated an early access launch, a strategy inspired by Western studios. They cited Baldur's Gate 3's success as an example of building games alongside players. The studio aims to use early access to validate the game's potential.
Road to Vostok is the single-player Tarkov fans have been waiting for
Road to Vostok, a single-player extraction shooter inspired by Escape From Tarkov and S.T.A.L.K.E.R., is preparing for its Early Access launch at a discounted price of $15. Developed by a single Finnish developer who ported the game from Unity to Godot, it features hardcore looting, punishing mechanics, traders, factions, and tasks across multiple maps. The game has an extensive roadmap for future updates, including new maps, AI conflicts, and additional features planned through 2026.
Blood Reaver Launches on Steam Early Access April 15
Hell Byte Studios announced that its debut dark-fantasy co-op FPS, Blood Reaver, will launch on Steam Early Access on April 15, 2026. The game features visceral gunplay, blood-fueled magic, and deep build crafting, supporting 1-4 players. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Absurd gamedev incremental deckbuilder Pay 2 Win: The World is Mine launches May 4 on PC
Patriots Division announced that their incremental deckbuilder, Pay 2 Win: The World is Mine, will launch out of Early Access on Steam for PC on May 4, 2026. The game blends idle progression with active strategy, allowing players to manage their own game studio and chase exponential growth.
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon Is Revitalizing the Dark Fantasy RPG Genre
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is revitalizing the dark fantasy RPG genre by offering a gritty, unpredictable first-person open-world experience reminiscent of early 2010s classics. Despite some technical imperfections on consoles, its deep lore, impactful choices, flexible combat, and strong atmosphere make it a distinctive adventure for players seeking a challenging and morally complex world.
This week in PC games: gritty GTA 4-coded brawler Samson, Ancient Greek bull defender Minos, and a wobbly violinist battles some stairs
This week's PC game releases include the GTA-inspired brawler Samson, the Greek mythology roguelike Minos, and the movement-based challenge Bow and Banister. Several titles are launching in early access, such as the post-apocalyptic survival game Road to Vostok and the medieval dungeon crawler Spark in the Dark.
Dead As Disco - Exclusive Arora K-Pop Boss Fight Gameplay
Dead As Disco, a neon-drenched Beat 'Em Up where actions sync to music, will soon enter Early Access on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The article features exclusive gameplay of the character Charlie battling Arora, a former bandmate and musical legend, in a boss fight.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City Kicks Foot Clan Butt This April
CM Games announced that Into the Radius 2 will launch its 1.0 version on PCVR after two years in Early Access. The survival shooter is preparing for its full release.
Demos and Freebies
Alien Grounds will transition from Early Access to a full paid release on PC via Steam on April 9. Players have until this date to claim the game for free before it becomes a paid title.
Gray Zone Warfare's player count jumps by over 1000% following its most recent update: 'Players are coming…
Gray Zone Warfare has seen a significant surge in its player count, exceeding a 1000% increase following the release of its 'Spearhead' update (version 0.4). This update introduces a wealth of new content, including 100 new tasks, overhauled task systems with puzzles and world interactions, 25 new world locations, 8 new weapons, and improved AI behavior. The early access title is currently available at a discounted price.
Morbid Metal Early Access Preview | Cloud Dosage
Morbid Metal is an action roguelite featuring high-speed hotswap combat. This preview explores the technical combat mechanics available in the game's early access period.
Morbid Metal Early Access Release Date Announced
The early access release date for the game Morbid Metal has been announced. Further details regarding the game's launch and content are expected.
Corepunk makes adjustments to its map, items, and a couple of passives in latest patch
Corepunk has released a tune-up patch for its early access MMOARPG, introducing interim adjustments before the 'Big Wipe' event. The update includes map modifications like fog of war for depots, new mob camp placements, and changes to the Defender class passives and vampirism effects on items. Bug fixes and compensation for missing battle pass XP are also part of this patch.
GOBLIN CLEANUP DROPS THE “RUNED IT!” UPDATE
Goblin Cleanup, currently in Early Access on PC, has released its 'Runed It!' update, introducing a new Rune System for strategic customization, Kickstarter-backed cosmetics, and mimic recoloring. The update went live on April 6, 2026, coinciding with a 25% discount on the game. Developer Crisalu Games also provided an update on the roadmap, stating that the Boss Level is still in development and will be released soon.
Goblin Cleanup Adds Rune System in Runed It! Update on April 6
Goblin Cleanup is receiving its 'Runed It!' update on April 6, introducing a new rune system for pre-mission customization with trade-offs, Kickstarter-inspired cosmetics, and mimic recoloring. The update will also coincide with a 25% discount on the game. The planned boss level has been delayed to a later update.
Operation Terra enters Early Access
Diamond Tao has announced that its new FPS/RPG hybrid, Operation Terra, is now available in Early Access on PC and Mac via Steam. The game is set in a post-climate change future where players fight droids and machines, featuring a character progression system, base upgrades, and unlockable powers.
MMO Week in Review: Queen Devona
This week's MMO news roundup covers updates for Guild Wars Reforged, layoffs at MechWarrior studio Piranha Games, and a potential acquisition of Epic Games by Disney. The article also touches on political discussions surrounding game shutdowns in Europe and new early access dates for Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era.
Pompeii: The Legacy – Screenshots Before Full Release news
Pompeii: The Legacy is set to fully release on April 9th after a six-month Early Access period. The solo developer has spent three years building the game and a custom engine, utilizing player feedback from Early Access to refine systems and balance. The developer highlights the challenges and rewards of managing all aspects of development and marketing independently.
The Rogue Prince of Persia Review | NoobFeed
The Rogue Prince of Persia on PlayStation 5 includes all major updates from its early access period, offering multiple biomes, new enemy types, balance tweaks, and performance enhancements. This ensures players receive the most complete version at launch.
