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Legionbound Hotfix Kills Demo Bug But Nukes All Skill Trees | HappyGamer
A recent hotfix for the game Legionbound has resolved a bug that prevented demo players from receiving their first-time launch boon in the full game. However, the fix requires a complete reset of all players' skill trees. The developer acknowledged the inconvenience, stating it was a necessary measure to correct the save data integration issue and prevent further problems.
Better Than Dead Reveals Steam Early Access May Release Date for Its Bodycam-Inspired FPS; New Trailer
Better Than Dead, an indie bodycam-style first-person shooter, will launch on Steam Early Access on May 12 for PC. A new trailer showcases its close-quarters combat and grounded presentation. The game focuses on immersive camera work and high-lethality encounters within dense urban environments inspired by Hong Kong action cinema.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era
Unfrozen's Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era aims to be a worthy successor to the classic series, drawing heavy inspiration from Heroes of Might and Magic 3. The early access version includes playable races, multiple game modes, and the beginning of a campaign with dialogue choices. While the core mechanics are familiar and nostalgic, the developers are also introducing RPG elements and various playstyles to cater to different player preferences.
Corebreaker launches in Early Access on May 9
The fast-paced action platformer with roguelike elements, Corebreaker, is set to launch in Early Access for PC on May 9. The game will feature a focus on challenging combat and procedural generation.
Global Rescue Launches today in Early Access on Steam – Command Emergency Services Anywhere in the World
Global Rescue, a strategy and management simulation game, has launched in Early Access on PC via Steam. Developed by Aerosoft and PeDePe, the game allows players to manage emergency response units across a real-world map. The Early Access version includes expanded gameplay systems and modding support, with plans for continuous updates based on community feedback.
Roguelike WANDERBURG Coming to Early Access This Summer
The roguelike game WANDERBURG, developed by Randwerk and published by Sidekick Publishing, is set to launch in Early Access this summer. The announcement was made during INDIE Live Expo Asia with a new trailer, highlighting over 400,000 wishlists and a successful demo phase. The game features a castle on wheels in an open-world ecosystem and will include Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean localization at launch.
How to complete Forgotten Relics in Windrose
This guide details how to complete the Forgotten Relics quest in the early access game Windrose. The quest involves speaking with John Doe, finding ancient tablets in ruins, inspecting a Ritual Site, and defeating the High Priestess boss to recover Charon's Obol.
On the Rocks Announced
312 Interactive and LootBag Studios have announced On the Rocks, a first-person survival game. Players will manage a post-apocalyptic bar, and the game is set to launch in Early Access on PC in Q4 of this year.
Time to Suit Up Against Cynicism in Clean Up Earth
Clean Up Earth is an Early Access title from Magic Pockets that blends action gameplay with environmental themes and real-life charity collaborations. Players use specialized suction equipment to clean up pollution in various levels, earning coins to upgrade their gear. The game aims to educate players about environmental dangers and promote positive action, despite some kinks typical of its Early Access status.
Hong Kong-set ‘bodycam FPS’ Better Than Dead gets a release date
The bodycam FPS game Better Than Dead, developed by Monte Gallo, is set to release on PC via Steam Early Access on May 12th. The game will remain in Early Access for six to twelve months, with plans to add more levels, a 'true ending', and a 'For Heaven' hardcore mode upon full launch. The title draws inspiration from classic Hong Kong action cinema.
Realm of Ink will be at gamescom Latam 2026
Publisher 4Divinity and developer Leap Studio announced that the action roguelite Realm of Ink will be playable at gamescom Latam 2026. The game is set to release on May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. A collaboration with 91Act will bring a character from BlazBlue Entropy Effect into Realm of Ink.
Alien: Isolation Sequel Will Be Made in UE5 and Have a "Multi-Year" Release
Job listings for the upcoming Alien: Isolation sequel reveal it will be built using Unreal Engine 5 and potentially feature a multi-year release plan, possibly including Early Access or live-service elements. Sega and Creative Assembly released a new teaser trailer for the game, which was first confirmed in October 2024.
Starminer will jump into Early Access in May
CoolAndGoodGames announced that their physics-based logistics and shipbuilding simulation, Starminer, will launch into Early Access on May 27th. The game features Newtonian physics and a heat management system. Early Access will focus on balancing the game's economy, metagame, and expanding the tech tree, with plans for multiplayer and modding tools.
This week's standout PC game is an astronaut epic from Life is Strange and Vampyr creators Don't Nod, made in partnership with the European Space Agency
This week's PC game releases include the sci-fi astronaut epic Aphelion from Don't Nod, in partnership with the European Space Agency. Other notable launches include the roguelite Deified, the sandbox s&box, the shooter Far Far West, and the strategy RPG Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era. Several games are launching in early access, offering players a chance to experience them before full release.
Pixel Doors and Beyond The Pixels® Launch ‘Astro Burn’ into Early Access Following a Triumphant London Games Festival Showcase
Indie publisher Pixel Doors and developer Beyond The Pixels have launched their retro cute-em-up game Astro Burn into Early Access on PC and Mac via Steam. The launch follows a successful showcase at the London Games Festival, which significantly boosted the game's Steam wishlists. Astro Burn features a sassy space cat protagonist and promises arcade-style chaos with accessible gameplay.
Cutesy co-op adventure RPG Farever releases its final update and reset ahead of next week’s early access
Shiro Games' co-op action RPG Farever is releasing its final update and performing a server reset ahead of its early access launch on May 6th. The update introduces the new Honeywood area, including instances, a dungeon, and a boss fight. An open beta is currently available via Steam, with Shiro Games planning to invite thousands of new players daily until the official release.
Crimson Desert is just more proof that waiting to play games is the best
This article argues that waiting to play new games, especially after initial patches and bug fixes, leads to a better overall experience. The author uses Crimson Desert as an example, noting how the game has improved significantly since its March 19 release due to developer updates addressing AI assets, controls, and bugs. The piece suggests that patience is rewarded with a more polished and enjoyable gaming experience, especially for titles with complex development cycles like those from Ubisoft and Bethesda.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of May 2026
May 2026 is set to be a busy month for game releases, featuring titles across various genres and platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Notable releases include the musical narrative sim Wax Heads, the action-adventure Forza Horizon 6 set in Japan, and the James Bond origin story 007 First Light. Several games will also be entering early access, offering players a chance to experience ongoing development.
ShatterRush is obviously an indie take on Titanfall, but considering the lack of threequel, I'm sure you won't mind
ShatterRush is an upcoming multiplayer parkour FPS inspired by Titanfall 2, featuring fluid movement, massive mechs, and fully destructible environments. Developed by Tetra Studios, the game aims for accessibility across various skill levels and hardware setups, and will include split-screen multiplayer. ShatterRush is currently in open pre-alpha and is slated for an early access release in late 2027.
How to get Rapier of a Thousand Cuts in Windrose
This guide explains how to obtain the powerful Rapier of a Thousand Cuts weapon in the early access game Windrose. The method involves searching treasure chests at Traveler's Camps, with the chance of finding the weapon varying by save and player luck. The Rapier excels at dealing stackable bleed damage and can be upgraded to restore health.