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A single city-state against empires: the hybrid strategy game leaves Early Access with its full 1.0 release
The hybrid strategy game City States: Medieval has left Early Access and launched its full 1.0 version on July 24, 2026. Developed by Reverie World Studios and published by indie.io, the game focuses on a merchant city-state surviving between larger empires in the 12th century and is available on Steam and the indie.io Store.
Ghost Keeper to leave Early Access and launch in Full 1.0 Release on July 16th
Ghost Keeper will leave Early Access and launch its full 1.0 version on July 16th, 2026, at 17:00 UTC. The complete version will include a full story campaign with new locations, ghosts, and enemies, while maintaining the $12.99 price point with a launch discount. The game blends strategy and puzzle elements with a reverse light-horror setting and grotesque humor.
Palworld Won’t Raise Its Price Following 1.0 Launch
Developer Pocketpair announced that Palworld will maintain its $29.99 price point following its 1.0 launch, bucking the trend of price increases for early access titles. The studio also addressed past legal challenges from Nintendo regarding copyright infringement claims related to the Pokemon franchise.
Palworld won't raise its price for 1.0 as 'a small way of saying thank you'
Pocketpair announced that Palworld will not increase its price from $29.99 upon its 1.0 release out of early access. This decision is a thank you to players for their support. The survival and crafting game will also receive extensive patch notes detailing new content and features.
Roll Up Your Sleeves! It's Time to Dig, Build, and Run Your Factory in Ore Factory Squad ⛏️ 💎
threeW and PlayWay S.A. announced that their new co-op mining and factory simulation game, Ore Factory Squad, will launch on Steam for PC on July 16. The game features procedurally generated underground environments, machine-based production chains, and up to 4-player online co-op. Early Steam keys are available for press.
Palworld 1.0 release time
Palworld's 1.0 update is scheduled to launch on July 10, 2026, with developer Pocketpair estimating a release around 12:30 p.m. JST. This significant update will transition the survival creature-collecting game out of Early Access, bringing numerous changes and improvements.
YOUR BODY IS GONE. YOUR SENTENCE HAS JUST BEGUN. HELL GALAXY LEAVES EARLY ACCESS AND LAUNCHES V1.0 ON STEAM JULY 31
Italian Games Factory announced that Hell Galaxy will leave Early Access and launch its V1.0 version on Steam on July 31, 2026. The dark sci-fi space combat RPG will deliver its definitive form after a year of development, featuring intense dogfights, RPG progression, and a haunting narrative.
Assetto Corsa EVO: Three New Cars, New Kyalami Track, Overhauled VR and more in ‘Update 0.8’ Out Today
KUNOS Simulazioni and 505 Games have released Update 0.8 for the Early Access title Assetto Corsa EVO. This update introduces three new cars (KTM X-Bow GT2, KTM X-Bow GT4, Volkswagen Golf 8 R), the Kyalami Grand Prix circuit, enhanced VR support with foveated rendering, and the ability to use community-created cars and liveries in multiplayer. The update is available now for PC.
A Good Business Needs Patience: Early Access Release of The Guild – Europa 1410 Moved to September 2026
THQ Nordic has delayed the Early Access release of The Guild – Europa 1410 from July 16 to September 2026, citing player feedback from the Steam Next Fest demo. The delay will allow for the inclusion of additional content and improvements at launch, including a new tutorial map, UI enhancements, and more animations. The developer confirmed that post-launch plans for multiplayer, new maps, professions, and deeper mechanics remain unchanged.
Subnautica 2 celebrates 5 million copies sold ahead of Adaptive Measures, its first early access update
Subnautica 2 has surpassed 5 million copies sold, coinciding with the release of its first early access update, 1.1. This update addresses player feedback by introducing limited combat mechanics and improving base-building elements like fabricator and tadpole dock placement. Unknown Worlds Entertainment plans to continue refining the game with player input throughout its early access period.
Beat the Heat: Aquapark Tycoon Launches in Early Access This Month!
Boxelware's Aquapark Tycoon will launch in Early Access on Steam for PC on July 22, 2026. The tycoon game allows players to design and build their own water parks, featuring customizable pools, slides, and saunas. An online co-op mode, free-play mode, and Twitch integration are also included.
Following a “Top 50 Most Played” placement during Steam Next Fest, RIFTSTORM teases new “Extraction-Lite” focus and Early Access launch.
Confiction Labs has announced that their co-op PvE action game RIFTSTORM will launch on Steam Early Access on August 11, 2026. Following a strong performance during Steam Next Fest, the studio is emphasizing the game's "Extraction-Lite" focus, aiming to provide tension without extreme punishment. The Early Access launch will feature five playable characters, three-player co-op, and a variety of weapons and power-ups.
Utopia: Birth of the Heroes Enters Steam Early Access on July 27, Inviting Players to Experience the Entire First Half of the Game
Mana Core Game Studios announced that its arcane fantasy visual novel, Utopia: Birth of the Heroes, will launch on Steam Early Access on July 27. The Early Access build will include Chapters 0 through 17, representing the first half of the game and offering 8-10 hours of narrative-driven gameplay. The developers are using Early Access to gather player feedback for refining the game before its full release.
Subnautica 2’s first Early Access update arrives after sales swim pass 5 million
Subnautica 2 has received its first Early Access update, introducing expanded Biomods, new Biolabs, and improvements to co-op, exploration, survival, and base building. This update follows the game surpassing 5 million cumulative sales in early June. Unknown Worlds is developing the sequel with an "open development" approach, incorporating community feedback throughout Early Access.
SUBNAUTICA 2 RELEASES FIRST EARLY ACCESS UPDATE AS SALES SURPASS 5 MILLION
Unknown Worlds has released the first Early Access update for Subnautica 2, introducing expanded Biomods, new Biolabs, and improved co-op features based on player feedback. This update follows the game's Early Access launch and surpasses 5 million cumulative sales. The developer plans to continue shaping the game alongside the community throughout its Early Access period.
Palworld 1.0 Launch Trailer Highlights the Journey So Far and All the Upcoming New Content
Pocketpair's Palworld is launching its 1.0 version on July 10th, following a highly successful early access period that attracted over 40 million players. The update will introduce new Pals, a giant new landmass, offshore base-building, revised raid mechanics, and new equipment. The game will be available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Palworld Will Remain $30 After Leaving Early Access: “A Small Way of Saying Thank You”
Pocketpair announced that Palworld will remain priced at $29.99 upon leaving early access with its 1.0 update on July 10th, contrary to previous plans to increase the price. The developer cited the game's massive success, surpassing 40 million players, as a reason to keep the price point as a thank you to the player base. The 1.0 update will launch for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Vad händer på FZ Play i juli?
FZ Play's July schedule features several notable game streams, including Palworld 1.0 on July 16th, a visually enhanced Star Fox on July 21st, and a continuation of Resident Evil Requiem on July 30th. The streams will be hosted by Wakkaah and will cover games that have recently left early access or received significant updates.
Vampirium: 1997 Announced
Bithell Games has announced that Vampirium: 1997, a vampiric tactics game set before the year 2000, will be coming soon to Steam Early Access. The game features a unique twist on the established genre.
Morning Patches
Several games have received official patch updates. Crimson Desert released patch notes version 1.13.01, Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord has patch notes for versions WS v1.2.7 and BL v1.4.7, and Subnautica 2's Early Access version 1.1, the Adaptive Measures Update, is now live.