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A time limited multi-challenges rougelike in the style of a haunted early 2000s educational software
Ba Bị, a time-limited roguelike inspired by haunted early 2000s educational software, is set to release on December 9, 2025, for PC and Linux. Players must pass Ba Bị's "test" of 9 minigames within 15 minutes to prove they are a "good child" and avoid punishment. The game features mechanics from subjects like Biology and Math, alongside classics like Minesweeper and Hangman.
Golfish, a physics puzzle adventure game, coming to Nintendo Switch
Revulo Games has announced Golfish, a physics puzzle adventure game, for the Nintendo Switch. Players guide a small fish through over 100 levels, using momentum, timing, and interactions with sea creatures to solve puzzles. The game will be available as a digital download for $4.99.
Combine Tiles to Grow a Home in Dorfromantik-Like TileShire, Coming Soon
TileShire, a new indie town-builder from two-person studio Boss Blob, is coming to Windows and macOS via Steam later this year. The game focuses on arranging tiles to create villages, similar to Dorfromantik, with a minimalist aesthetic and no combat or resource management. A playtest is currently available on Steam.
Cresata (Formerly Revenant’s Reach) Coming to PC and Consoles in 2027 | Invision Game Community
Rocket Panda Games, in collaboration with Shatter Flask Games and acttil, inc., has announced that its indie action platformer, formerly known as Revenant's Reach, will now be called Cresata and is slated for release on PC and consoles in 2027. A Kickstarter campaign is live to support development, with a full funding goal set for late 2026. The game features fast-paced combat, grappling mechanics, and a story of betrayal and revenge, with voice acting from Ben Starr and Aleks Le.
Cinematic Platformer Deer & Boy Is Now Available
The cinematic platformer Deer & Boy, developed by LifeLine Games and published by Dear Villagers, is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series. The game tells a touching story about a boy and a fawn who form an unexpected friendship to overcome life's struggles. It was first revealed during the 2024 Summer Games Fest and is available with a 10% launch discount for the first week.
BEN STARR, ALEKS LE and ROCKET PANDA GAMES Unite to Launch Retro-Style Revenge in Cresata
Rocket Panda Games, Shatter Flask Games, and acttil, inc. have announced that the indie platformer Cresata, formerly Revenant's Reach, will launch on PC and consoles in 2027. Voice actors Ben Starr and Aleks Le are involved in the project, with Le also serving as co-producer. The official Kickstarter page for Cresata is now live, with full funding beginning in late 2026.
Game Name: Flashlight - Free Online Browser Game
Game Name: Flashlight is a free-to-play browser-based first-person shooter with a low-poly art style. The game features a unique lighting mechanic where the player's flashlight is the only light source, creating a tense atmosphere. It requires no downloads and is playable instantly in web browsers.
Deer & Boy Review - Silence speaks louder than words
Deer & Boy is a poetic and cinematic adventure game developed by LifeLine Games and published by Dear Villagers. The game features a narrative devoid of dialogue, relying on its visuals, sound design, and emotional storytelling to convey the bond between an orphaned boy and a baby deer. Despite some minor puzzle clarity issues, the game is praised for its accessibility, stunning visuals, and impactful soundtrack, offering a deeply emotional journey about grief and self-discovery.
Meccha Chameleon flies by 7 million sales in under 2 weeks as Steam's latest viral hit continues to go to the moon, devs celebrate by teasing a "Japan-themed map"
Meccha Chameleon has achieved over seven million sales on Steam in less than two weeks since its release on June 10. The developers celebrated the milestone by teasing the upcoming addition of a new Japan-themed map, which is expected to be released soon.
Blackwood Brings John Wick-Like Action to an Indie Double-Life Story
Blackwood is an upcoming indie action game where players control Anton Blackwood, a DVD store worker who secretly acts as a double agent. The game blends ordinary day job management with dangerous secret missions, featuring stylish combat and cinematic action inspired by the John Wick films. It is available to wishlist on Steam.
Uncover an eldritch horror mystery in anomaly game The Queen’s Gondola, launching for free on Steam June 23rd
The Queen's Gondola, a free anomaly horror game with Eldritch and Victorian influences, is launching on Steam on June 23rd. Developed by a small indie team in under two months, the game features a hand-crafted environment, a narrative woven through gameplay, and a haunting atmosphere. It will be available in English and French.
Randy & Manilla’s Fakepeace Update Adds Two New Worlds And A Ton Of Content
The latest Fakepeace Update for the indie game Randy & Manilla introduces two new worlds: the crime-ridden urban sprawl of Fakepeace and the mysterious memory archive of Quantum HND. The update significantly expands the game's content, which features a multiverse of genre-bending Net-Cube worlds that the titular characters explore to defend the cyber-universe from the Cracksom Virus.
Every Jump Costs Money in Jump Broke, Playable Now at Steam Next Fest
YXGame Studio has released an updated demo for their coin-powered platformer, Jump Broke, for Steam Next Fest. The game requires players to spend gold coins for every jump, introducing a unique risk-reward mechanic. The new demo features Mona the Succubus Creditor and a dynamic Charm System that adapts to the player's financial status, offering different builds for casual players and speedrunners.
Underrated 2021 PS5 Adventure Game Just $1.79 on PS Store
The 2021 adventure game A Juggler's Tale is available for a limited time at a discounted price on the PlayStation Store. Developed by Kaleidoscube, the game is offered at 90% off for PS Plus members, costing $1.79, and 85% off for others at $2.69. The promotion ends on July 2.
Slayblade Preview
Slayblade is a promising indie roguelite that blends classic Beyblade-inspired battles with deep customization and progression. The game features a lo-fi, PS1-era aesthetic and mouse-only controls, allowing players to collect over 60 parts to build unique Slayblades. While the demo showcases strong replayability and a natural fit for roguelite mechanics, it ends abruptly before key features like tournaments are fully accessible, and some mechanics could benefit from clearer explanations and polish.
The Quiet Things Review | TheXboxHub
The Quiet Things is a narrative-driven game that explores difficult themes such as suicide, childhood abuse, and mental illness, drawing from the creator's personal experiences. Players step into the shoes of Alice, a teenager navigating a harrowing journey through a challenging social care system in the UK. Despite its heavy subject matter, the game is praised for its brilliant writing, outstanding voice acting, and emotional impact, offering a story about survival and hope.
Fame or Folly Multiplayer Demo Out Now for Steam Next Fest!
The roguelike deckbuilder Fame or Folly has released a multiplayer demo for Steam Next Fest. The game features both solo and 100-player ranked multiplayer modes, with a 'push your luck' mechanic and dynamic deck pivoting. The demo is available now, with the creator aiming for a full multiplayer release within a year.
Acclaimed Point-And-Click Adventure 'The Drifter' Hits Switch 2 Next Week
The point-and-click adventure game 'The Drifter' by indie developer Powerhoof is set to release on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 next week. The game features a pixel art style, a murder mystery narrative, and will support 4K visuals and 120fps on the Switch 2. It has received critical acclaim and multiple awards, including Game of the Year at the 2025 Australian Game Developer Awards.
Casual Management Sim Leafy Corner Launches a Demo on Steam
Indie developer Fireline Games has released a demo for their upcoming management simulation game, Leafy Corner, on Steam, coinciding with Steam Next Fest. The full game, built with Unreal Engine 5, is set to launch on July 30th, 2026, for PC, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and various Xbox platforms. The demo allows players to manage a plant shop, grow and sell houseplants, customize their store, and unlock new items.
Bills Must Be Paid - Official Release Date and Price Announcement
Indie game Bills Must Be Paid will launch on Steam for PC and macOS on July 29, 2026, for $6.99 with a 30% launch discount. The announcement follows an incident where a stolen demo build was recompiled, monetized, and went viral in China before Rike Games successfully had the clone taken down. A free demo is currently available during Steam Next Fest.