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Online Fantasy ARPG Farever Reveals The Nightling Invasion Major Update, Available to Preview Today
Shiro Games has released a major update for its online fantasy action RPG, Farever, titled 'The Nightling Invasion,' which is available for preview. This update introduces a new city, world events, dungeons, and a raised level cap, with the full free launch planned for PC via Steam Early Access. The game is currently available for purchase at a discount as part of the Steam Summer Sale.
Farever Launches Major Update Preview - “The Nightling Invasion”
Shiro Games has released 'The Nightling Invasion,' the first major update for their online multiplayer action RPG Farever, as a preview on PC via Steam Early Access. This update introduces a new region, demonic Rifts leading to the world of Niflel with challenging enemy waves, and a new city called Ramburg. The level cap has been raised to 25, and players can expect new quests, gear, and achievements, with the full free launch and a limited-time discount planned for later.
Early access mini MMO Farever just launched an open beta for its Nightling Invasion patch
Shiro Games has launched an open beta for the 'Nightling Invasion' patch for their early access mini-MMO, Farever. This update introduces mysterious Rifts leading to the world of Niflel, where players can team up to fight waves of demonic enemies and powerful bosses for exclusive rewards. The patch also adds the Ramburg stronghold map and increases the level cap to 25.
Disc Golf Masters Early Access
Spinoff Games and Bonus Stage Publishing have launched Disc Golf Masters in Early Access on PC via Steam. The game simulates the sport of disc golf, with no launch discount currently available.
Japan’s New Viral Hit “Akihabara Gacha Shop Simulator” Is Actually Developed in Istanbul
Istanbul-based indie studio UGC90 has launched its simulation game, Gacha Capsule Shop Simulator - Akihabara, into Early Access on Steam. The game, which allows players to run their own capsule toy shop in Tokyo's Akihabara district, has quickly gained popularity in Japanese VTuber communities, with players opening over 14.6 million gacha capsules in its first two weeks.
RuneScape Dragonwilds launches Umbral Sands with Steam cheevos and a sunscorchy new region
Jagex has released the Umbral Sands update for RuneScape Dragonwilds into early access, introducing a new desert region inspired by Gielinor. The update features dynamic weather, new bosses like Fuzan, crafting materials for a new gear tier, and Steam achievements. Known issues include bugs with retroactive achievements and a short delay on player attackability upon login.
Solo-Developed Indie Game P.A.C.K. :: Post Apocalyptic Cleaning Kit Releases Major “Upgrade Update”
Nitrous Butterfly has released a major "Upgrade Update" (Version 0.5) for its solo-developed indie game, P.A.C.K. :: Post Apocalyptic Cleaning Kit. This update introduces a new player progression system, a new map called the "Lost Chapter" Bookstore, and several quality-of-life improvements including a sprint mechanic and UI overhaul. The game is available in Early Access on PC.
COLOSSUS - ETERNAL BLIGHT LAUNCHES JULY 21ST INTO EARLY ACCESS ON STEAM
Rustic Panda Games and Level Up Gaming announced that their action RPG, Colossus - Eternal Blight, will launch into Early Access on Steam on July 21st, 2026. The game, inspired by titles like Hyper Light Drifter and Chrono Trigger, features a pixel art world and follows the story of Lucian. It had a successful Kickstarter campaign and was well-received during Steam Next Fest.
UMBRAL SANDS UNLEASHED! RUNESCAPE: DRAGONWILDS RECEIVES A FINAL MAJOR UPDATE AHEAD OF ITS SEPTEMBER V1.0 LAUNCH
Jagex has launched "Umbral Sands," the final major update for RuneScape: Dragonwilds' Steam Early Access period. This update introduces a new desert region with a dynamic environmental system, a new mount type, and a boss battle against Fuzan. RuneScape: Dragonwilds is set to officially launch its 1.0 version on PC and consoles, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series consoles, and Nintendo Switch 2, on September 15, 2026.
Disc Golf Masters launches in Steam Early Access!
Disc Golf Masters has launched in Steam Early Access, developed by Spin Off Games and published by Bonus Stage Publishing. The game features officially licensed discs with realistic flight physics based on wind tunnel data and courses inspired by real-world locations. The developers plan for approximately one year in Early Access, with future updates including more courses, discs, skills, and real-life pro players, and is also planned for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch around summer 2027.
Survival sandbox Sand Raiders of Sophie has officially launched into early access
The survival sandbox game Sand: Raiders of Sophie has officially launched into early access, allowing players to build and pilot modular mechs for scavenging and combat. Despite a "Mixed" review score on Steam, primarily due to a lack of matchmaking, the game is available at a discounted price of under $20 until July 6th.
Cozy colony-building sandbox for PC on Steam, planned for Early Access in February 2027.
Luminids, a cozy colony-building sandbox game, is planned for Early Access on PC via Steam in February 2027. Players guide tiny beings called Luminids to gather, build, and grow, with the ability to switch between an overhead planning view and a first-person perspective within the settlement. The game emphasizes a calm, no-combat experience focused on wellness and stillness.
Hell Maiden launches in Early Access on July 16
AstralShift announced that their deckbuilder game Hell Maiden will launch in Early Access for PC on July 16. The game is a horde survival deckbuilder inspired by Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy, featuring strategic deck building, fighting demon hordes, and befriending historical poets.
THQ Nordic Digital Showcase Returns on August 7 With “Exciting New Looks at Fan-Favorite Franchises”
THQ Nordic will host its Digital Showcase on August 7th, featuring updates on multiple titles including Way of the Hunter 2, Wreckfest 2, The Guild: Europa 1410, Expeditions: Samurai, Fatekeeper, The Eternal Life of Goldman, and Titan Quest 2. The event will also include "long-awaited reveals" and looks at fan-favorite franchises, with potential mentions of Darksiders 4.
Sand Early Access
Hologryph, TowerHaus, and tinyBuild have launched SAND: Raiders of Sophie into Early Access on Steam. This first-person shooter is set in an alternate history and is now available for players to experience.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Fourleaf Fields, Ancible Online, Kando Realm
This article rounds up lesser-known MMORPGs, including Four Leaf Fields, which is in playtest on Steam with no release date. Ancible Online, a 2D pixel MMORPG, will be shutting down on July 26th, 2026, after a short early access period. Kando Realm, a F2P 2D PC and mobile MMO, launched its early access six months ago and is expected to release in the fall.
Release Dates/Windows
Tears of Metal has released a teaser announcing its Early Access launch date of July 22nd. Further details about the game's content and features are expected closer to the release.
Fellowship brings new hero, ‘loot 2.0,’ and new dungeons in today’s Rise of the Heskyr update
The early access multiplayer dungeon runner Fellowship has released its Season 3 update, Rise of the Heskyr. This update introduces a new berserking melee DPS character named Gunde, three new dungeons including Ruins of Regath, Scryer’s Peak, and Xul, The Blood Monolith, and a "loot 2.0" system featuring gear score and item potential power ranges. The update also adds a new Heskyr enemy faction with blood-focused mechanics.
SAND: Raiders of Sophie launches on Steam Early Access with discount prices
SAND: Raiders of Sophie, an open-world PvPvE extraction shooter from Hologryph and tinyBuild Games, has launched on Steam Early Access with a 21% discount. The game features customizable walking bases called Tramplers and offers two modes: a persistent open-world experience and a battle royale-style mode. It is also planned for release on consoles with crossplay.
HACK-AND-SLASH ROGUELIKE TEARS OF METAL OUT IN EARLY ACCESS ON PC ON JULY 22
Montreal studio Paper Cult announced that their hack-and-slash roguelike Tears of Metal will launch in Early Access on PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store on July 22. The game will also be available as part of Xbox Game Pass for the Microsoft Store, with a full Xbox version planned for release before the end of 2026. The Early Access version will include three Acts, three playable Heroes, and various upgrades and equipment.