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Tower Tag VR Shooter Breaks Radio Silence With Major Relaunch Update
The VR multiplayer shooter Tower Tag has received a major relaunch update after a period of silence, introducing new maps, a soundtrack, and features designed to revitalize the game. The update includes auto-skilled bots to fill empty lobbies and a killfeed, aiming to address common issues that plague VR multiplayer titles. The developers plan regular community engagement and aim for cross-platform play across PCVR, Meta Quest, and PlayStation VR2 as a future goal.
Slay the Spire 2 Sells 3 Million Copies in First Week, Over 25 Million Runs Recorded
Mega Crit Games' Slay the Spire 2 has achieved significant success in its first week of early access, selling three million copies on PC via Steam and recording over 25 million player runs. The development team is actively working on future updates, including multiplayer quality-of-life improvements, Steam Workshop support, and balance patches, though a specific roadmap has not yet been released.
Slay the Spire 2 Surpasses 3 Million Sales in One Week of Early Access
Mega Crit announced that Slay the Spire 2 has sold over three million units in its first week of Steam Early Access. The developer also detailed upcoming content updates, including new acts, cards, and accessibility features, alongside plans for Steam Workshop support and multiplayer improvements. Related merchandise and a board game expansion were also highlighted.
Betawatch: Shadowstone kicks off playtesting, EVE Frontier plods onward
This week's Betawatch covers numerous games entering playtesting phases, including Secret Door's Shadowstone and Dreamhaven's Sunderfolk. EVE Frontier continues development with new features, while Swordeye, Scars of Honor, and MapleStory Classic World are also highlighted for upcoming tests. The article also provides a comprehensive list of games currently in open or closed testing, differentiating between the two and noting those that appear to be malingering.
Rustil: Eternal Labyrinth Castle Escapes Early Access Prison with Epic 1.0 Launch
Rustil: Eternal Labyrinth Castle has officially launched its 1.0 version, exiting Early Access with a significant content overhaul. Developed by KTMG LLC., the update introduces a new story mode, a new playable character Zera Linfa with unique crafting mechanics, and a complete visual redesign. The game is available with a 31% launch discount.
MLB The Show 26 welcomes new legends and brings the World Baseball Classic to the game
MLB The Show 26 is offering early access starting March 13, allowing players to experience new challenges in Diamond Dynasty's World Baseball Classic mode. Pre-orders for the Digital Deluxe Edition include four-day early access and bonus in-game items, with a loyalty discount available for previous purchasers. The full game launches on March 17.
Release Dates/Windows
Several games have announced release windows or dates. Aphelion and Persephone have a trailer release on April 28th, while ATMOSFAR will enter Early Access in Q2. CALX revealed its release date during the Future Games Show on June 4th, and Dave the Diver received a new glimpse.
Ghost Ship Games announce the early access release date for Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core
Ghost Ship Games and Coffee Stain have announced that Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core will launch in Early Access on May 20. This co-op roguelike spin-off of Deep Rock Galactic will feature progression-based upgrades and rewards. A playtest is also available for players to sign up for on Steam.
Going Hands-On With Everwind—Wind in the Sails
Everwind, developed by Enjoy Studio S.A. and Bohemian Interactive, offers a unique take on the survival crafting genre with RPG elements and a vast ocean world dotted with islands. Senior Publishing Producer Marcin Olczak highlighted the game's focus on diverse biomes, points of interest, and engaging combat mechanics, aiming for a deep and fleshed-out experience upon its Early Access launch on March 17, 2026.
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is adding a bulldozing new class, while fellow spinoff Rogue Core gets an early access release date
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is introducing a new Demolisher class on April 30th, featuring a bulldozer-riding character and new weapons. Additionally, the spinoff Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core will launch into early access on May 20th. Both announcements were made during the Future Games Show Spring Showcase.
Kolla in The Legend of California – ett överlev guldrushen-fps från Overwatch-folk
The Legend of California, a new western-themed first-person shooter developed by former Overwatch staff including director Jeff Kaplan, is set to enter early access on PC in 2026. The game focuses on survival and crafting during the California Gold Rush era.
Roguelite spin-off Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core digs up an Early Access release date
Ghost Ship Games announced that Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core will launch into Steam Early Access on May 20, 2026. This roguelite spin-off features five playable classes and a new roguelite loop. Additionally, the Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor expansion, Heavy Duty, is set to release on April 30.
The Legend of Khiimori Review | NoobFeed
The Legend of Khiimori aims to be a serious horse simulation game, focusing on realistic horse mechanics rather than treating the animal as a mere vehicle. Developer Aesir plans an Early Access launch for March 3, 2026, with hopes for good performance, accessible controls, and substantial content.
The Legend of Khiimori Review | NoobFeed
The Legend of Khiimori aims to be a serious horse simulation game, avoiding the common trope of treating horses as mere vehicles. If developer Aesir can deliver strong performance, intuitive controls, and ample content at its Early Access launch on March 3, 2026, it has the potential to be more than just an experiment. The game is slated for PC release.
Overwatch Vet's New Game, The Legend Of California, Won't "Starve The Player" Early On
Jeff Kaplan, former Blizzard veteran and director of Kintsugiyama studio, has shared new details about their upcoming game, The Legend of California. The first-person shooter multiplayer game aims to quickly immerse players in its core mechanics, such as shooting and exploration, without prolonged periods of simple tasks. The game will launch in early access, with developers emphasizing community involvement to refine the experience before its 1.0 release.
DPS IDLE 2 Finally Leaves Early Access, Reaches Full 1.0 Release
Innocent Soul has announced that their idle game, DPS IDLE 2, has officially left Early Access and launched its 1.0 version on Steam. The developer expressed relief and gratitude for community support throughout the extended development cycle, stating the game is now in its best state. This release highlights trends in indie development regarding the duration of Early Access and the challenges of determining when an idle game is complete.
Bloodgrounds Graduates to the Arena: Full Release Adds Crafting and Gambling
Bloodgrounds has officially launched version 1.0, exiting Early Access with new crafting and gambling systems. The crafting system allows players to forge weapons and armor with quality dependent on cost, while the gambling system offers a risky dice game with purchasable advantages. Daedalic Entertainment frames these additions as integral to a gladiator's character development and journey.
Solasta II Early Access
Solasta II has launched into Early Access on Steam for Windows. This turn-based RPG sequel is deeply integrated with the Dungeons & Dragons SRD 5.2 ruleset, to the point of being described as a tabletop RPG.
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core launches in Early Access on May 20
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core, a cooperative roguelite first-person shooter, is set to launch in Early Access on May 20. The game expands on the cooperative mining and combat gameplay of its predecessor with new mechanics and challenges.
Sagas of Lumin launches in Early Access this summer
Sagas of Lumin, a single-player action RPG, is set to launch in Early Access for PC via Steam this summer. The game will be available on the Steam platform.