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New game gets simultaneous release on PS5. Xbox and, er the Amiga – what a time to be alive
Fancy Factory has launched its new retro-inspired maze-bomber game, KABOOMANIA, simultaneously on a wide array of platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and multiple Commodore Amiga models. The game features 1,000 handcrafted levels, a 16-bit visual style, and a soundtrack by legendary composer Chris Huelsbeck. KABOOMANIA is available now for $9.90, with a physical Amiga edition planned.
Big Walk Review
Big Walk is a cooperative puzzle-solving indie title developed by House House and published by Panic Inc. The game requires at least two players and supports up to 12, featuring an Australian-inspired wilderness setting with handcrafted puzzles that emphasize communication. Available on PC, PlayStation 5, and macOS, it offers a normal ending in under 10 hours and a true ending around 20 hours.
Meccha Chameleon has now sold 20 million copies in two months
The indie hide-and-seek game Meccha Chameleon has achieved over 20 million sales in just two months since its Steam launch. Despite a slight slowdown from its initial month's pace, the game continues to attract a significant daily player base across Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. The game's success is attributed to its creative prop hunt gameplay where players paint themselves to blend into the environment.
Big Walk strides past one million sales in its first week
The wholesome multiplayer game Big Walk, developed by House House and published by Panic, has surpassed one million sales in its first six days. The game, which features cooperative exploration and puzzle-solving in the Australian wilderness with proximity voice chat, is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2 with cross-play support.
FZ High Score - Säsongsuppdatering
The FZ High Score program is concluding its summer season with a recap of the top scores and a look at the winning contestant. The article also features reviews for games like SULFUR and Halo: Campaign Evolved, alongside discussions on open-world games and gaming hardware.
The Stream Team: The first serving of Boil Cabbage Make Soup
Massively OP's MJ Guthrie is previewing the quirky indie game Boil Cabbage Make Soup, which launches next week. A free demo allows players to experience co-op gameplay as onions making soup on separate islands. The stream will feature MJ playing the demo live on Friday, August 7th, 2026.
Mike Klubnika's grimdark, gory answer to Mario Party has already sold half a million copies
Machine Party, a collection of violent party games developed by Mike Klubnika and GDeavid, has sold over half a million copies on Steam in its first week. The game features a variety of lethal minigames and was released at the end of July. An update has added a new Arcade mode, and couch co-op is planned for release in the coming weeks.
Augustis titel i Indiespelklubben: SULFUR
SULFUR, a "modern old-school adventure" from Perfect Random, is featured this month by the Indiespelklubben. This roguelike shooter boasts a vibrant cel-shaded art style and unique weaponry, including guns on an ostrich. The game is currently in Early Access on Steam and is praised for its gunplay and personality.
Finding Polka Is an Interactive Slice-of-Life Adventure with Weird Little Surreal Moments
The indie game Finding Polka, developed by lidlocks and published by Parco Games, is set to release on PC via Steam on August 12th, 2026. This hand-drawn, slice-of-life adventure game is inspired by the developer's real dog and features a story about a girl searching for a dog that resembles her childhood pet.
HARDWIRED: Ghost In The Reset – A Stylish Solo-Built Cyberpunk Shooter
HARDWIRED: Ghost In The Reset, a solo-developed cyberpunk action adventure shooter, has launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for £12.49. The game features fast-paced gunplay, a dystopian setting in the city of Omnia, and a narrative exploring identity and artificial intelligence through the relationship between protagonist Kay and a prototype named Icarus.
The Green Light Shines On Xbox And PlayStation – But Following It Might Be Your Biggest Mistake!
The first-person psychological horror game The Green Light, developed and published by Take IT Studio!, has been released on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. The game, which previously launched on PC to positive reviews, focuses on atmospheric tension and a story about a man's descent into his own fractured mind, rather than jump scares.
Dinoblade, out now, is equal parts janky, genuinely sick and silly as hell
Dinoblade, developed by Jean Nguyen of Team Spino, is a newly released indie game that combines janky elements with satisfying combat. Players control a spinosaurus fighting other dinosaurs with bladed weapons, featuring mechanics similar to Sekiro with parrying and combo emphasis. Despite some environmental clunkiness and occasional bugs, the game offers a rip-roaring time, with a demo available and the full game on Steam.
Robot Rhapsody – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Robot Rhapsody is a turn-based cinematic RPG where players control a mercenary and a boy rebelling against AI in a world nearing machine singularity. The game features open-ended exploration, the ability to recruit hacked robotic enemies as party members, and a dynamic bounty system that reacts to player choices. Beta sign-ups are now open.
PlayStation Store Drops Intriguing New PS5 Exclusive Game
The new PlayStation 5 exclusive psychological horror game, Wishbound, is now available on the PlayStation Store for $9.99. The game centers around a mysterious app called 'tally' that grants wishes, leading players through a narrative of escalating consequences and 22 unique minigames. Wishbound features 18 different endings, offering significant replayability.
ISK Side Quest: Alla ISK-medlemmar får ett bonusspel
Indiespelklubben is offering a bonus survival game, Mirklurk: Every Step Matters, developed by solo developer Mattias Myde of edymPixels, to its members. This title is described as a challenging, unforgiving, and unique turn-based survival experience inspired by games like The Long Dark and Terraria.
Jeff Rosenstock guitarist Mike Huguenor to unveil video game in August — MP3s & NPCs
Mike Huguenor, guitarist for Jeff Rosenstock, is releasing a video game titled 'Surfing the Web With the Alien: The Game' on August 20 for PC via Steam and itch.io, and also on limited edition Game Boy cartridges. The game is based on Huguenor's 2025 guitar pop album of the same name and allows players to experience a day on the road as a touring musician.
Mike Huguenor Levels Up: Announces Debut Game Surfing the Web With the Alien: The Game
Mike Huguenor, known for his work with Jeff Rosenstock, has announced his debut game, Surfing the Web With the Alien: The Game. This retro side-scrolling companion game to his 2025 album of the same name will be released on PC via Steam and itch.io, as well as limited edition Game Boy cartridges on August 20. The game features 10 levels inspired by album tracks and Huguenor's own experiences on tour.
Game Demos
Lelu is a new monochromatic adventure game available on Steam for PC. Players control Lelu, a small clockwork toy that has gained consciousness and embarks on a captivating journey.
Friendslop game Dear Passengers goes viral but not everyone is impressed
The indie game Dear Passengers, developed by Flexus, has gone viral with millions of views across platforms like X and TikTok. The game's trailer features a controversial reference to Jeffrey Epstein, drawing criticism from some players despite its popularity. Dear Passengers is a physics-based co-op game set to release on PC in 2026.
WABISABI SUSHIDERBY HITS THE GROUND RUNNING TODAY FOR NINTENDO SWITCH AND STEAM
Wabisabi SushiDerby, a racing simulation game developed by ITAMAE Studio and published by Kodansha Ltd., has been released today for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. Players create and train sushi racers with various toppings to compete in derby races. The game is available for $4.99 with a 10% launch discount running until July 28, 2026.