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Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 boss sympathizes with "struggle for survival" of GTA-inspired crime game from Just Cause lead, says it "could easily have happened" to Warhorse's RPG
Daniel Vávra, director of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, expressed sympathy for the troubled launch of Samson, a new crime game from a co-director of Just Cause. Vávra noted that the struggles faced by Samson, including layoffs and rushed self-publishing, could have easily happened to his own studio's RPGs. He believes the unpredictable nature of game development means more such stories are likely in the future.
Tales of Justice Academy: Winds Arise Launches on Steam With Launch Discount | HappyGamer
Tales of Justice Academy: Winds Arise, an indie RPG from Japanese developer 九芽川 Ninth Leaf, has launched on Steam with a 10% discount for the first two weeks. The developer has also established a Discord server to foster community engagement. This release highlights the growing trend of international indie developers finding success on the Steam platform.
PLAYISM Game Show Returns May 10 with World Premieres and Catalog Updates
PLAYISM, Japan's oldest indie publisher, announced the return of the PLAYISM Game Show for May 10, 2026. The online event will feature eleven announcements, including world premieres and catalog updates for titles such as Bright Memory: Infinite and The Exit 8. The broadcast will be available on the PLAYISM YouTube channel with English and Chinese subtitles.
Noisy Pixel Returns to PAX East 2026 With Day 2 Developer Interviews and Indie Game Highlights
Noisy Pixel's Day 2 coverage from PAX East 2026 features developer interviews and highlights of various indie games. The report includes discussions on titles like Bubsy 4D, Disgaea-related projects, and several indie games such as Aether & Iron and Tiny Metal 2, offering insights into their development and gameplay.
Hollow INN Horror Game Launches on Steam With 10% Discount | HappyGamer
The deduction horror game Hollow INN, developed by Nussygame, has launched on PC via Steam with a 10% discount. The game challenges players to identify non-human guests through observation and deduction. Concurrently, The Division Resurgence, originally a mobile title, has also become available on PC, expanding its reach.
Want To Make Your Own 3D Zelda Dungeons? This N64 Love Letter On Steam Is For You
Temple Maker 64, developed by the one-person studio Ki3 Games, is a love letter to Nintendo 64-era Zelda dungeons, allowing players to create and share their own challenging levels on Steam. The game features an intuitive 3D editor for placing traps, monsters, and items, aiming to fill the void left by Nintendo's lack of a dedicated Zelda dungeon maker. While currently slated for PC, a Nintendo Switch release is hoped for in the future.
Neverway doesn't want to be Stardew Valley. Instead, the devs are going as "weird as possible," Larian-style
Neverway aims to differentiate itself from Stardew Valley by embracing a 'weird as possible' approach, inspired by Larian Studios' design philosophy. The game blends life simulation with horror, RPG, and Soulslike elements, exploring themes of trauma and cosmic realms. Developers Isadora Sophia and Pedro Medeiros, along with composer Disasterpeace, discuss their unique artistic choices in mechanics, art style, and music to create an authentic and deep experience for players.
How Evil Empire makes one of the most effect indie showcase events – while juggling Castlevania, live ops, and building its own IP
Evil Empire, the studio behind Dead Cells and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, has successfully organized the Triple-i Initiative, an effective indie game showcase event. The company also manages live operations for other studios' games, such as Brotato, while developing its own original IPs.
GreedFall Developer Spiders Studio Reportedly Closing | HappyGamer
Unconfirmed reports suggest that Spiders Studio, the French developer behind the RPG GreedFall, may be closing down. The studio was known for its ambitious mid-budget RPGs with unique sci-fi and alternate history settings. If the closure is true, it raises concerns about the future of mid-budget gaming and the potential loss of the GreedFall IP.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 199 - Spooky Doorway & Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon
Spooky Doorway developers Treasa and Dave McCabe discussed the upcoming third game in the Darkside Detective series. The article previewed the new installment, Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon.
On Sale
Several video game sales events are currently active, including the Viet Indie Week and tinyBuild's 15th Anniversary Sale on Steam. Additionally, a Humble Bundle offers Destiny 2 expansions with a pay-what-you-want model for charity, and a Landfall Aggro Crab showcase is also highlighted.
Indie dev discovers nuclear fusion of Steam marketing, flies up wishlist charts thanks to bashful anime girl with freckles who parries machine giants with a chainsaw
The indie game Motorslice, developed by Regular Studio, has seen a significant surge in Steam wishlists, reaching the 150th most-wishlisted position. This success is attributed to its "bashful anime girl" protagonist and effective marketing strategies, including an interactive main menu. The game is officially described as a "slice of life action-adventure" and is set to release on May 5 for Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Kick! Trailer Shows Anime Football Journey to School | HappyGamer
The upcoming indie title Kick! from developer kick_thegame features a unique slice-of-life concept where players dribble a football to school in a side-scrolling, anime-inspired adventure. The game aims to capture the charm of everyday moments, differentiating itself from traditional sports games by focusing on atmosphere and simple yet engaging mechanics.
INTI CREATES Celebrates 30 Years With Major Steam Sale | HappyGamer
INTI CREATES is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a significant sale on its entire catalog on Steam. The Japanese studio, known for titles like Mega Man Zero, Azure Striker Gunvolt, and Blaster Master Zero, is offering discounts on its diverse range of retro-inspired games. This sale provides an opportunity for players to explore the studio's consistent quality and unique approach to modernizing classic game design.
Time-Melting Indie Game Skopje '83 Gets Global Love From Japanese Gamers | HappyGamer
The indie game Skopje '83 has gained significant attention from Japanese gamers, highlighted by content creator @hobbidwa for its time-melting qualities. This cross-cultural discovery showcases how indie titles can bridge gaming cultures and emphasizes the importance of human curation in game discovery amidst the vastness of platforms like Steam.
Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase Bundles PEAK, Content Warning, and More for Charity
Digiphile has launched a limited-time game bundle featuring titles from Landfall Games and Aggro Crab, including PEAK, Another Crab’s Treasure, and Content Warning. The bundle, priced at $12, is available from April 28 to May 12, 2026, with all proceeds supporting Make-A-Wish for World Wish Day. An optional $5 charity tier includes soundtracks and artwork.
Best New Games For May 2026 – Xbox And Game Pass
May 2026 is set to be a significant month for Xbox and PC gamers, featuring a diverse lineup of new releases and Game Pass day-one titles. Highlights include the highly anticipated racing game Forza Horizon 6, the action-packed Motorslice, the cozy record store simulator Wax Heads, and the James Bond origin story 007 First Light. Several other titles across genres like survival, horror, and adventure will also be available.
PEAK Team Supports Make-A-Wish With A Limited-Time Game Collection
Landfall Games and Aggro Crab are partnering with Digiphile to release a limited-time game collection featuring PEAK and seven other indie titles to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The collection, available from April 28 to May 12, includes games like Content Warning and Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, with a portion of sales going directly to charity.
Digiphile Launches The “Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase” - A limited-time game collection from the teams behind PEAK to support Make-A-Wish.
Digiphile, in partnership with Landfall Games and Aggro Crab, has launched the 'Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase,' a limited-time game collection available for $12. The collection features eight indie titles, including PEAK, Another Crab's Treasure, Haste, and Content Warning, with a portion of sales and all additional donations benefiting Make-A-Wish for World Wish Day.
Lunchbreak Tactics Turns Retail Hell Into Strategic Card Battle Paradise | HappyGamer
Lunchbreak Tactics, an indie card battler inspired by retail work, has launched on Steam. The game features everyday store products as weapons and asynchronous matches to accommodate busy schedules. It offers over 200 cards across 16 heroes and 6 clans, with daily challenges and monthly ranked seasons.
