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Planet Zoo 2 Preview – Aquariums, aviaries, wildlife reserves and beyond
Planet Zoo 2, developed by Frontier Developments, will introduce aquatic and flying creatures, significantly enhancing the simulation seven years after the original. The game features a revamped Cobra engine with advanced lighting and physics, allowing for detailed underwater aquariums and dynamic aviaries. It also expands on the conservation theme with wildlife reserves and integrates community creations through The Workshop.
Planet Zoo 2's gameplay reveal shows how to manage the new aquariums and aviaries
Frontier Developments revealed new gameplay for Planet Zoo 2, showcasing management of new aquarium and aviary features. The sequel to the 2019 management sim will allow players to build freshwater and saltwater aquariums for various fish species, as well as aviaries for flying birds. Planet Zoo 2 is set to launch on October 13, 2026, and is available for pre-order on Steam.
10 years after launch, Steam icon Factorio gets its "last major update" as devs reveal plan to "conclude…
Indie developer Wube Software has announced that version 2.1 will be the last major gameplay update for their acclaimed management sim, Factorio. While active development on new features is concluding, the studio will continue to provide long-term support including bug fixes and platform compatibility. Wube Software will now shift focus to new game projects.
Planet Zoo 2 Announced, Brings Flying Birds, Aquariums, and More to PS5 Later This Year
Frontier has announced Planet Zoo 2, the sequel to their zoo-keeping management sim, for PlayStation 5. The game will feature new additions like aviaries and aquariums, allowing for flying and aquatic animals, as well as wildlife reserves. Planet Zoo 2 is scheduled to release on October 13, 2026.
City Bus Manager Launches Complete DLC Catalogue On Consoles Today!
Aerosoft and PeDePe have released all four major DLC expansions for their management simulation game, City Bus Manager, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The new content includes electric buses, international models, holiday resort services, and school transportation, significantly expanding gameplay possibilities for console players.
Thrifty Business Launches on PC From Sticky Business Developer
Spellgarden Games has launched Thrifty Business on PC, a cozy management sim where players run a 90s-inspired thrift shop. The game allows for detailed item sorting and shop customization, focusing on relaxed gameplay and community building rather than high-pressure business mechanics. Thrifty Business is developed by the team behind the popular Steam title Sticky Business.
Acclaimed Management Sim, Tavern Keeper 🍻 Releases Major New Update: A New Hue
Greenheart Games has released a major update called 'A New Hue' for their management simulation game, Tavern Keeper. This update introduces significant new features including Steam Deck verification, the Arcane Order System, and the Tavern Keeper Workshop for community creations. The update also enhances creative freedom with a new color picker and improves overall performance and controller support.
Two Point Museum's latest DLC features a buildable studio where artists can create 'millions' of unique artworks, and there's 'no generative AI involved' whatsoever
Two Point Museum's latest DLC, Arty Facts, introduces an art studio where players can create millions of unique artworks without generative AI. The expansion also adds 27 new art exhibits, interactive displays, a new museum location called Undee Docks, and other cosmetic items. A free taster of the DLC is available with a base game update.
10 superb indies to check out in May 2026
This article highlights ten independent games releasing in May 2026 across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. The featured titles span genres from roguelike chess and narrative sims to action RPGs and puzzle platformers, offering a diverse selection for players.
The Steam Controller's trackpads could be massive for helping me make a dent in my city-building, cozy gaming…
The author explores how the Steam Controller's trackpads could enhance the experience of playing PC city-building and management simulation games on a couch. While many such games are designed for mouse and keyboard, the Steam Controller's hybrid input aims to bridge this gap, offering a more comfortable and intuitive way to play titles like Planet Coaster and The Red Strings Club.
Monitor Passengers on a Train in New Beholder Spinoff Beholder: Conductor
Alawar Entertainment and Plug In Digital have released Beholder: Conductor, a new installment in the Beholder series, originally launched on PC in April 2025. This mobile management sim puts players in the role of a train conductor tasked with surveilling passengers, identifying rule-breakers, and making decisions that impact the narrative and lead to multiple endings.
How Rockbeasts landed Iggy Pop to play a dog and built an episodic management sim
Lichthund's Bartosz Pieczonka details the development of their narrative-focused episodic management sim, highlighting the unique casting of Iggy Pop as a dog. The game features a cast of musical animals and focuses on storytelling within its management gameplay.
Two Point Museum Gets New Arty-Facts DLC on May 7
Two Point Studios and SEGA Europe announced that the Arty-Facts DLC for Two Point Museum will be released on May 7, 2026. This art-focused expansion adds a new museum location, exhibits, interactive displays, and customization options. The DLC will be available on PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5, with a Nintendo Switch release planned for later.
45+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Big Games Big Deals Sale
The PlayStation Store is currently hosting its Big Games Big Deals sale, featuring thousands of discounted PS5 and PS4 titles until May 6, 2026. The article highlights a curated selection of recommended games, many of which are at their lowest-ever prices.
The pirate game renaissance continues as Manor Lords publisher announces new nautical city builder "that challenges…
Corsair Cove, a new pirate-themed city builder from Limbic Entertainment and published by Hooded Horse, is coming to Xbox and PC this year. The game features vertical building mechanics, complex production chains, and defense against Crown forces during the Golden Age of Piracy. It joins a growing trend of pirate-themed games, including Windrose and a remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag.
The Last Gas Station launches this month
Indie developer Alawar has announced that their gas station management simulation game, The Last Gas Station, will launch on Windows PC via Steam on April 28th. Players will manage and modernize an old gas station and store, expanding services and serving customers while being warned not to go out at night.
Acclaimed PS4 game is free right now as sequel is announced in indie showcase
The acclaimed medieval graveyard management sim Graveyard Keeper is available for free on PlayStation 4, Xbox, and PC until April 13. This promotion coincides with the announcement of its sequel, Graveyard Keeper 2, which introduces zombie town management and real-time strategy elements. The article also briefly mentions another announced indie title, Crop, a farming investigative thriller.
This Is Your Last Chance to Claim a Free PS4 Game, No PS Plus Required
Lazy Bear Games is offering the PlayStation 4 version of its medieval cemetery management sim, Graveyard Keeper, for free on the PlayStation Store until April 13th. This promotion, which does not require a PlayStation Plus subscription, is intended to promote the upcoming sequel for PlayStation 5. The game and its DLC are also available at a discount for PlayStation Plus subscribers.
You Can Claim a Free PS4 Game Right Now, No PS Plus Required
Lazy Bear Games is offering the original Graveyard Keeper for free on the PlayStation Store until April 13th, allowing players to keep it permanently without PlayStation Plus. This promotion aims to promote the upcoming sequel, which is slated for release on PlayStation 5. The original game is a medieval cemetery management simulation with quests, crafting, and exploration elements.
My favorite Stardew Valley-like, the one where you manage a graveyard of course, is free for a few days as dev reveals sequel: Graveyard Keeper 2 is coming with a whole zombie-infested town to manage
Graveyard Keeper, a management sim where players manage a cemetery, is currently free to play for a limited time. Its developer, tinyBuild, has also revealed a sequel, Graveyard Keeper 2, which will feature players managing a zombie-infested town. The sequel has no release date but is available to wishlist on Steam.
