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Alpine Cyberpunk RPG Holonoptic Launches July 16th - You're the CEO but the AI Was Here First
Glazial announced that its story-rich economic simulation with party-based RPG mechanics, Holonoptic, will launch on PC on July 16th, 2026. Developed by Kevin Bloch, the game features a cyberpunk alpine setting where players act as CEO of a conglomerate run by an AI named Geist. A free demo is currently available on Steam.
Northanda Chronicles Opens First Playtest, Inviting Players Into the Fallen City of Valmire
Hyperfocus Interactive has announced the first public playtest for their party-based roguelike deckbuilder, Northanda Chronicles, running from July 8 to July 15 AEST on Steam. The playtest features two acts, four difficulties, six heroes including the new Dorian, and invites player feedback for the game's upcoming Early Access launch.
An extraction party-based RPG with real-time, ability-driven combat set in a dark fantasy world releases a demo on Steam.
The party-based extraction RPG Skills & Raids, developed by solo developer Eddie H. Hinestroza, has released a demo on Steam. The game features real-time, ability-driven combat and a dark fantasy world where players must extract resources, craft gear, and complete quests. The full game is slated for a July 2026 release.
An extraction party-based RPG with real-time, ability-driven combat set in a dark fantasy world announces open beta playtest on Steam.
Solo developer Eddie H. Hinestroza has announced an open beta playtest for his party-based extraction RPG, Skills & Raids, which features real-time, ability-driven combat. The game, developed using Unreal Engine, will launch fully in July 2026, with the beta available on Steam. Hinestroza previously worked as a concept artist for titles including Blackmesa and Maquette, as well as AAA studios like Ubisoft Quebec.
Northanda Chronicles Brings One Deck, Three Heroes, and an Undead King to Steam Deckbuilders Fest 2026
Hyperfocus Interactive announced that its party-based roguelike deckbuilder, Northanda Chronicles, will be featured in the Steam Deckbuilders Fest 2026 from May 4 to May 11. Players can try the demo and register for exclusive Act 2 playtests set in the fallen city of Valmire, which will introduce new enemies and challenges.
The Dragon and the Sword Gets New Trailer, Available Now | HappyGamer
CoFUNGames has released a new trailer and launched the indie RPG The Dragon and the Sword on PC via Steam. The game features a young heroine leading a chaotic party, promising a unique and potentially humorous adventure with a hand-drawn art style. It aims to capture the charm of character-driven RPGs, offering an alternative to large-scale open-world titles.
Starfinder: Afterlight’s New Trailer Introduces Nuara, the Cynical Private Investigator
Epictellers Entertainment has released a new trailer for their upcoming party-based RPG, Starfinder: Afterlight, introducing the character Nuara, a cynical private investigator voiced by Bill Butts. The game is set to enter Early Access in 2026 and will feature Nuara as a key character players encounter in Act 1.
GAME ANNOUNCEMENT: 3D HORDE SURVIVOR ROGUELITE ‘LUMINAS: PARASITE REIGN’ COMING SOON TO STEAM WITH DEMO AVAILABLE MARCH 26TH!
Indie developer SOTO Game Studio announced that their debut game, Luminas: Parasite Reign, will be available on Steam with a demo on March 26th. The party-based roguelite survivor game features creature collection, spell synergies, and evolutionary upgrades. An Early Access preview demo will allow players to experience the first map biome and boss battles.
