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Sengoku Dynasty: Celebrate Springtime With The Free Sakura Update And Paid DLC Available April 30, 2026
Sengoku Dynasty is releasing a free Sakura update and a paid Sakura DLC customization pack on April 30, 2026. The free update adds spring-themed character customization, a new weapon, and improved refugee variety, while the DLC includes cosmetic items like Menpō masks and Samurai clothing. Both the update and DLC will be available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Starstruck Vagabond – A Chill Space Sim With Heart And Hustle
Starstruck Vagabond is a laid-back space simulation game now available on Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Yahtzee Croshaw, the game focuses on making a living, managing your ship, and exploring a galaxy that has moved on from your character's time. It blends exploration, odd jobs, and a gradually unfolding narrative with light management and crew relationship building.
DINKUM LAUNCHES ON NINTENDO SWITCH 2 AS IT CELEBRATES ITS FIRST ANNIVERSARY WITH A MAJOR NEW UPDATE ON STEAM
Dinkum has launched on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering a free upgrade for existing players. The game also celebrates its first anniversary on Steam with a major update called "The Great Bite," introducing a new region, features, and decorative items. Both platforms will see a limited-time discount and an in-game event for Steam players.
Cozy Survival Life Sim Dinkum Now Available on Nintendo Switch 2
The survival life sim Dinkum, developed by James Bendon and published by KRAFTON, is now available on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering an upgrade for existing Nintendo Switch owners. The game, inspired by the Australian outback, allows players to build towns, farm, fish, and mine. A major content update called "The Great Bite" is also available for the PC version on Steam.
Dinkum reveals Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, “Animals” update out today
Krafton has released a "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition" for the life sim Dinkum, offering a free upgrade for existing Nintendo Switch owners. The "Animal Tracks" update, previously on PC, is also now available on Nintendo platforms, introducing animal breeding, new creatures like the Rooster and Penguin, and a customizable "Train" mount. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements such as an Auto Placer and new resources.
Cyberpunk platformers, gallivanting geckos and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up recent and upcoming indie game releases and showcases. New titles like Replaced, Gecko Gods, Mouse: PI for Hire, Dosa Divas, and A Storied Life: Tabitha have launched, with Hades 2 also arriving on consoles. Upcoming games mentioned include Agefield High: Rock the School, The Backworld, A Study in Blue, and Elementallis.
Untold Games Reveals City 20 Roadmap & Launches Limited-Time Daily Deal
Developer Untold Games has unveiled the roadmap for their post-apocalyptic survival sandbox, City 20, following the recent Bunker Update. The roadmap details upcoming features including Architect Mode, lore expansion, a new progression system, combat evolution, seasons, and the completion of the main narrative for the 1.0 launch. Additionally, City 20 is currently available at a 25% discount on Steam as part of a limited-time Daily Deal.
Review: Shinehill Feels a Little Like a Resident Alien Life Sim
Shinehill offers a unique twist on the farming and life simulation genre, centering on an alien spy investigating a planet for potential settlement. Players must maintain their disguise while completing missions, engaging in farming, and participating in various minigames. Despite some minor bugs and random crashes on PC, the game provides a refreshing and comedic experience.
Petit Planet galactic life sim ‘Stardrift’ beta test is coming this month
HoYoverse has announced that a closed beta test for its life simulation game, Petit Planet, will begin on April 21st. The game, developed by miHoYo, focuses on farming, fishing, and intergalactic exploration, and will be available on iOS, Android, and PC. This beta test introduces new characters and expanded multiplayer activities.
HoYoverse announce new beta test for Petit Planet, testing neighbors and voyage systems
HoYoverse has announced a new closed beta test, the Stardrift Test, for their cozy life sim Petit Planet. The beta will introduce new neighbors, enhanced voyage systems, and expanded activities in the Galactic Bazaar, and will be available on PC, iOS, and Android starting April 21, 2026. Players can sign up on the official Petit Planet website for a chance to participate.
Pokémon Pokopia's second limited-time event adds Sableye in late April, but you can already cheat your way into it
Pokémon Pokopia's upcoming limited-time event featuring Sableye, scheduled for late April, can already be accessed early by players manipulating their Nintendo Switch system clock. This exploit, along with previous events, appears to have had its necessary files included in the game's initial download. The life simulation title from Game Freak and Omega Force has seen strong sales since launch.
Cosy Caravan Review - Thumb Culture
Cosy Caravan is a charming simulation game where players spread happiness by helping others and preparing food, traveling alongside a giant bumblebee. The game is available on PC and offers a cozy experience focused on positive interactions.
Pokemon Pokopia's storage system is more complicated than it needs to be, and players hope it copies Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 in a future update
Players of Pokemon Pokopia are expressing frustration with the game's complex storage system, hoping for an update that mirrors the improvements seen in Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0. The current system involves limited inventory space and craftable storage boxes, leading to player requests for a more universal and accessible storage solution.
What If Jak & Daxter Was a Cosy Life Sim? It Might Look Like This Promising PS5 Game
Developer Tiny Roar has announced that Lou's Lagoon, a game inspired by PS2-era platformers like Jak & Daxter and Ratchet & Clank with modern life sim elements, will be released on PlayStation 5 this year. Following a successful Kickstarter, the game tasks players with restoring islands and helping locals, featuring exploration, plane customization, and base building.
Lou’s Lagoon soars onto PS5 later this year
Lou's Lagoon, a cozy life simulation game featuring airborne deliveries and resource collection, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 later this year. The game also includes crafting elements and allows players to pilot a seaplane while exploring a colorful archipelago.
The Best Games Of 2026 (So Far)
This article lists the highest-rated games released in 2026 so far, focusing on titles that have achieved a review score of 8 or higher. It highlights games like Cairn, Esoteric Ebb, Mewgenics, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Nioh 3, Pokemon Pokopia, Big Hops, Mario Tennis Fever, Reanimal, Resident Evil Requiem, and WWE 2K26, providing brief descriptions and their scores. The article also mentions notable games from 2025 and explains GameSpot's review methodology.
Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Pokémon Pokopia?
Pokémon Pokopia, a life simulation spin-off, has been released for Nintendo Switch. The game features a humanoid Ditto rebuilding a region by creating habitats and making friends. While praised for its charm and content, the review notes some gameplay and progression issues.
Pokemon Pokopia: Daily Challenges Walkthrough
Pokémon Pokopia is a cozy life simulation game that draws inspiration from multiple franchises. The review highlights its strengths on the Nintendo Switch, positioning it as a worthy addition to the genre.
Starsand Island Glowfish Guide - Location, Bait & Time
This guide details how to catch the rare Glowfish in Starsand Island, a life sim/RPG available on PC. The Glowfish is only available between midnight and 2 AM during Autumn in the Moonlit Forest near the Waterfall or Darkwater Shore. Players are advised to use Bug Bait, as the Glowfish is a rare spawn that can take many attempts to catch.
Starsand Island Honeycomb Guide - Where to Find Honeycomb
This guide details how to find honeycomb in the life sim/RPG Starsand Island. It lists several spawn points across the island, including the Panda Enclosure at Cloudrest Lake, the woods near Pastelle's Ranch, White Fig Trees near Green Pasture Ranch, the northern temple, and trees on a small island across from Blue Beach.
