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This week in PC games: gritty GTA 4-coded brawler Samson, Ancient Greek bull defender Minos, and a wobbly violinist battles some stairs
This week's PC game releases include the GTA-inspired brawler Samson, the Greek mythology roguelike Minos, and the movement-based challenge Bow and Banister. Several titles are launching in early access, such as the post-apocalyptic survival game Road to Vostok and the medieval dungeon crawler Spark in the Dark.
Task Time – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Task Time is a new competitive party game inspired by game shows, featuring up to eight players competing in physics-fueled challenges with over half a million randomly generated tasks. Developed by veterans of Gang Beasts and Fall Guys, the game supports four-player local split-screen and online multiplayer, with over 500 unlockable cosmetics and no microtransactions. Beta sign-ups are now open.
The fast-paced party action game, Dead Party, has just been announced for PC
Snail and Radiation Blue have announced Dead Party, a fast-paced party action game, for PC. The developers revealed the title today, highlighting its genre and target platform.
The fast-paced party action game, ‘Dead Party’, has just been announced for PC
Snail and Radiation Blue have announced Dead Party, a fast-paced party action game. The title is set to launch on PC.
Party Club lands on Xbox and Nintendo later this month — MP3s & NPCs
Lucid11 Interactive's party game Party Club is launching on Xbox and Nintendo Switch on April 24. A demo is currently available on Xbox. The game, which initially launched for free on Steam, features solo and co-op modes where players manage a venue and serve animal customers.
PARTY CLUB is coming to XBOX and Nintendo Switch on April 24
The party game Party Club is launching on Xbox and Nintendo Switch on April 24, with a demo available now. The game was previously released on PC, where it was downloaded by over 3.7 million players on its first day. This marks the developer's first release on Xbox and Nintendo Switch, and they are seeking community support.
Sepak U, a Filipino-made brawler game, brings Sepak Takraw into 1-4 player mayhem
Sepak U, a Filipino-made game from Good Knight Collective, is set to release on Steam in 2027. It transforms Sepak Takraw into a 1-4 player sports-fighting brawler, blending elements of volleyball, football, and fighting games with local and online multiplayer. The game promises extensive content including 21 characters, 21 arenas, over 10 hours of gameplay, and lore inspired by Southeast Asian culture.
BOMMY – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
BOMMY is an upcoming multiplayer party game where up to eight players control bunnies that use explosives to defeat each other in chaotic matches. The game will feature local and online multiplayer modes, a campaign, over 250 unlockable cosmetics, and a level editor planned for the future. Beta sign-ups are currently available.
Pecking Order – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Pecking Order is a new asymmetric party game for up to sixteen players where worms race to power generators and escape while birds hunt them. Players who are eaten respawn as birds, joining the hunt. The game features physics-driven maps, unlockable cosmetics, and promises chaotic multiplayer mayhem.
Fruit Mountain Party gets release date, will be on Nintendo Switch 2, new trailer
BeXide announced that Fruit Mountain Party will launch on April 23, 2026, for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The game is a 3D puzzle title where players merge fruits to make them bigger, featuring a versus mode for up to four players with items and various game modes. A new trailer and details about a free upgrade pack for Nintendo Switch 2 owners were also revealed.
Fruit Mountain Party hits full release this month
Developer beXide announced that Fruit Mountain Party, an anime-styled 3D puzzle and party game, will leave early access and launch on April 23rd for PC and Nintendo Switch. The full release includes improvements based on player feedback from early access, particularly regarding online play stability and gameplay experience. The game features a versus mode for up to 4 players, various game modes, and single-player options.
Content Warning Goes Viral On Xbox And Play Anywhere
Content Warning, a co-op horror game where players film monsters to gain views, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Play Anywhere for £8.39. Developed by Wilnyl, Philip, thePetHen, Skog, and Zorro, and published by Landfall, the game emphasizes capturing terrifying footage and surviving to upload it to 'SpookTube' for rewards. It is designed for chaotic multiplayer fun, creating unscripted, shareable moments.
The 14 most exciting new video game releases of April 2026
April 2026 is set to be a busy month for new video game releases, with at least 14 titles catching the eye of critics. Notable releases include Darwin's Paradox, a Starfield PlayStation 5 port, Pokémon Champions, and the highly anticipated Saros. The month also features new entries in various genres, from stealth platformers and roguelikes to party games and fighting games, across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Free Play Days – Rubber Bandits and Train Sim 6: Thomas & Friends Edition
Rubber Bandits is highlighted as an excellent competitive multiplayer game, offering both local and online play with a variety of humorous scenarios and weapons. The review praises its ability to provide a fun experience for players.
Tricky Typing Turns Controllers Into Keyboards
Tricky Typing is a unique party and typing game available on PC and handheld devices like the ASUS ROG Ally X for £8.39. It reimagines typing by mapping every letter to controller inputs, creating a chaotic and entertaining multiplayer experience for up to four players. While not currently playable on Xbox Series X|S, the game offers a fun, unconventional challenge that is easy to pick up and play.
ROOMBATTLE: The Vacuum Cleaner Battle Game You Didn’t Know You Needed
ROOMBATTLE, a new indie party game from Dust Games Studio, has launched on Steam for PC and Linux. The game features chaotic vacuum cleaner combat with up to 6 players, over 12 minigames, 12+ battle maps, and extensive customization options. It is available at a discounted launch price and supports various control inputs, including phones.
Chaotic party battler where vacuum cleaners face off - Roombattle is out now
The chaotic party game Roombattle, featuring weaponized vacuum cleaners in physics-driven arenas, has launched on Steam with native Linux support. It offers online and local multiplayer for up to six players, numerous minigames, battle maps, power-ups, and extensive customization options.
Double Dealers Announced: Trade, Bluff, and Outsmart in a New Social Manipulation Party Game
Independent studio Miklagard Studios has announced Double Dealers, a social manipulation party game for 3-6 players available for wishlist on Steam. The game challenges players to trade mystery items, bluff prices, and use strategic card play and voice chat to outsmart opponents. Double Dealers features a unique Clause System with randomized hidden effects and deep trading mechanics, launching with localization for 10 languages.
ROOMBATTLE is OUT NOW: Chaotic Party Battles, Absurd Minigames, and Vacuum-Powered Mayhem Arrive today on Steam for PC and Linux.
Dust Games has released Roombattle, a chaotic multiplayer party battler featuring weaponized vacuum cleaners, on Steam for PC and Linux. The game supports up to six players in online and local multiplayer, offering various minigames, interactive arenas, and extensive customization options. Roombattle is available with a launch discount.
I'm obsessed with this party card game that feels like Dune crossed with Game of Thrones
The card game Coup is highly recommended for its fast-paced, bluffing-heavy gameplay that evokes themes of Dune and Game of Thrones. Players vie for power through deception and assassination, with games typically lasting around 15 minutes. Its cult classic status and surprising depth make it a compelling choice for game nights.
