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ZERO PARADES is Getting a Free Director’s Cut Update On October 1st, PS5 Version Out on November 3rd
ZA/UM announced that ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies will receive a free Director's Cut update on October 1st, adding substantial new material and features like a new Dramatic Encounter and a Backstage development peek. A PlayStation 5 version is also slated for release on November 3rd. The update includes technical enhancements such as ultrawide display support and controller remapping.
Evening Crowdfunding
Twigames is crowdfunding Hollow Home, an isometric narrative RPG inspired by real war events. The game centers on a young boy's struggle for survival in a besieged Ukrainian city.
Narrative RPG The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian Is Out on Steam
Schisma Games and 101XP have released The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian, a narrative RPG set in the same universe as The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante. Players assume the role of Prince Jerian, heir to the Blessed Arknian Empire, navigating complex political and social challenges. The game is available on PC via Steam and features new mechanics alongside systems from its predecessor.
The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian Released
The narrative RPG The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian, developed by Schisma Games and published by 101XP, is now available on PC via Steam. The game focuses on player choice and its consequences within a story-driven experience.
Grab a free Steam game full of misery and decision-making for a limited time
The narrative RPG The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante is available for free on Steam until July 23rd. This promotion aims to build hype for the upcoming release of The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian, which is set in the same grim fantasy world and focuses on political intrigue. The original game is known for its text-heavy gameplay and emphasis on difficult player choices.
Get The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante for Free
Steam is offering free copies of the narrative RPG The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante for PC. Developed by Sever, Schisma Games, and published by 101XP, the game is now available to own for free on the platform.
Torpor Games Announces Two New Suzerain DLCs and Standalone War Strategy Game Wars of Suzerain
Torpor Games has announced three new additions to the Suzerain Universe: the narrative DLC Suzerain Stories: The Neutral Lens, the country DLC Suzerain: Socialist Republic of Galmland, and the standalone turn-based strategy game Wars of Suzerain. These titles will expand the franchise into new genres, including media influence, socialist state management, and military conflict, all while maintaining the series' signature political storytelling. All three are planned for release in 2026 and will be available on PC, consoles, and mobile platforms.
Survival is Optional, Death is Inevitable: Celestial Return Launches Today on PC
Metaphor Games and Shoreline Games have launched their debut title, Celestial Return, a dice-based narrative RPG, on PC. The game, set in Netherveil City, features a branching narrative shaped by player decisions and dice mechanics. A console release for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch is planned for Q1 2027.
The Last Hour of an Epic To The Moon RPG Gets New Trailer, Launches Summer 2027
Serenity Forge and Freebird Games have revealed a new trailer for The Last Hour of an Epic To The Moon RPG, the final installment in the To the Moon series, slated for a Summer 2027 release. A playable demo will be available during Steam Next Fest in October 2026.
Dispatch cleared the way for medieval narrative RPG Sovereign Tower as its developer says the line up was 'actually…
The developers of the upcoming medieval narrative RPG Sovereign Tower have cited the superhero management game Dispatch as a significant inspiration. Creative director Antoine Tabouret-Loudeac explained that observing Dispatch's mechanics helped them refine Sovereign Tower's own systems, particularly regarding character leveling and traits. The success of Dispatch also validated the market for this style of game, comforting the development team in their direction.
Freshly Baked Magic: The Witch's Bakery Opens Its Door August 20!
Sunny Lab and Silver Lining Interactive announced that The Witch's Bakery will launch worldwide on August 20, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with Nintendo Switch versions to follow. The cozy adventure game features bakery management, city exploration in Paris, and a narrative RPG blend, with music composed by Cécile Corbel, known for her work with Studio Ghibli.
Citizen Sleeper and Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector rocket onto on Nintendo Switch™ 2
Indie publisher Fellow Traveller and developer Jump Over the Age announced that both Citizen Sleeper and Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector are now available on the Nintendo Switch 2. The narrative RPGs feature 4K resolution, native 60fps, and players who own the original Nintendo Switch versions can upgrade at no additional cost.
Hollow Home Is an Isometric Narrative RPG about the Ukraine War
Hollow Home is a narrative RPG developed by Twigames and published by Crunchy Leaf Games, set during the Ukraine War. Players control Maksym, a teenager navigating a city under occupation, focusing on conversations, relationships, and difficult choices with no combat. The game features a dynamic city environment, a limited action point system, and multiple endings, with a free demo available on Steam.
Morning Crowdfunding
ThePixelHunt has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Ithaca, a narrative RPG focused on climate resistance. The game centers on a character undertaking a road trip across a fractured landscape under pressure.
Fungalpunk RPG Signet City announced
Publisher Fellow Traveller and developer Jump Over the Age have announced Signet City, a first-person "fungalpunk" RPG. The game is in development for Windows PC, with platforms including Steam, GOG, and Humble Store. Players will embody a parasite in a city facing ecological collapse and strange technologies, influencing the lives of its inhabitants.
TideBroker Demo Available Now Ahead of Q3 2026 Launch
Pillartide Studios has released a playable demo for their upcoming narrative RPG, TideBroker, as part of Steam Next Fest. The demo allows players to experience the game's focus on diplomacy and political intrigue, with the full PC release scheduled for Q3 2026. TideBroker is set in the fantasy world of Craidoras and emphasizes player decisions and their long-term consequences over combat.
Best Summer Game Fest 2026 Games You Might Have Missed
This article highlights several upcoming indie games that may have been overlooked amidst the major announcements from Summer Game Fest and other showcases. It features a diverse range of titles, including action, RPG, horror, and simulation genres, with brief descriptions and personal endorsements from the writers.
Hollow Home, a Narrative RPG from Ukrainian Developer Twigames, Joins Steam Next Fest with New Demo
Twigames and Crunchy Leaf Games announced that their narrative survival RPG, Hollow Home, will feature a new playable demo during Steam Next Fest from June 15-22. The studio also plans a Kickstarter campaign for July 2026 with a late 2026 target launch window for the game, which draws on real events from Ukraine.
These are our eight favorite games from the PC Gaming Show
The PC Gaming Show highlighted a diverse range of upcoming PC titles, with several games standing out to the PCGamesN team. Notable mentions include the PS1-aesthetic mystery fishing game About Fishing, the Studio Ghibli-inspired adventure Into the Wind, and the turn-based deckbuilder 2 Fights in 2 Tight Spaces.
Signet City emerges from the PC Gaming Show
Jump Over the Age and Fellow Traveller have revealed Signet City, a first-person narrative RPG inspired by post-punk Britain and fungalpunk themes. Developed by Gareth Damian Martin, the game features a parasite inhabiting human minds in a declining coastal city and is set for release on PC via Steam.