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The Road of Dust and Sorrow adds PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and Switch versions
The cozy survival horror adventure game The Road of Dust and Sorrow is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and Nintendo Switch in 2026, in addition to its previously announced PC version. Developed by Painted Black Games and published by Silver Lining Interactive, the game features story-driven linear gameplay, exploration, puzzles, and a dystopian survival theme with pixel art graphics.
Tenebris Somnia gets October 2026 release date
Tenebris Somnia, developed by Andrés Borghi and Saibot Studios and published by New Blood Interactive, is set to release on October 16, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The game blends retro pixel art with live-action cutscenes, following a woman haunted by nightmares that begin to bleed into reality. Players will explore, solve puzzles, manage resources, and combat creatures in this survival horror experience.
Threads of Time gets new trailer highlighting the Needle timeship
The upcoming turn-based RPG Threads of Time, developed by Riyo Games, revealed a new trailer highlighting its timeship, The Needle. The game features time travel mechanics allowing players to recruit heroes from different eras and influence events across timelines. Threads of Time is planned for PC and Xbox Series X|S, with no release date announced.
Collected Stones, Wood and Leaves in Mayday: The Survival Island
Mayday: The Survival Island is a survival crafting and building game with a pixel art style available on Steam. The game features a simple tutorial and core mechanics of collecting resources, crafting tools, and building structures. While not on the level of Conan Exiles, it offers an enjoyable experience for fans of the genre.
Mighty Cuphead Adventure makes the jump from hand-drawn animation to pixel art
StudioMDHR has announced a new Cuphead game that will feature pixel art graphics, distinct from the series' signature hand-drawn animation style. The studio confirmed that another hand-drawn Cuphead game is also in development.
Forget Saving The World – Isekai Villain Wants You To Rule It
Isekai Villain, a new JRPG from KEMCO and Exe Create, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game puts players in the role of a minor villain who must defy their predetermined fate to survive and gain power. It features pixel art, turn-based combat with strategic elements, and base-building mechanics.
GHOSTLESS Announced
Coffeenauts has announced GHOSTLESS, a 2.5D side-scrolling action-adventure game with colony-building elements. The game will feature nostalgic pixel art graphics and is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Cute and Spooky Pixel-Art Adventure Mousebusters Launches on Steam June 11!
Odencat Inc. announced that its pixel art horror adventure game, Mousebusters, will launch on Steam on June 11, 2026. The game features a protagonist transformed into a mouse who must exorcise spirits with a raygun. A free demo is available, and streaming guidelines have been published.
"I don't think we can ask people to pay $30 for a pixel art game" - How Mina the Hollower's modest $20 price point may have saved developer Yacht Club Games
Mina the Hollower has sold 300,000 copies in its launch weekend, a success that has eased concerns for developer Yacht Club Games. Studio founder Sean Velasco and lead programmer David D'Angelo discussed the game's modest $20 price point, which they decided was more appropriate than an initial $30 estimate for a pixel art title, considering the current economic climate. The game has seen the most popularity on Steam, followed by Nintendo Switch and PlayStation.
Artis Impact receives Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Happinet announced that Artis Impact, a turn-based RPG developed by Mas, will be released on Nintendo Switch on September 17, 2026, with a physical edition available in Japan. The game features hand-drawn pixel art, streamlined combat, character growth, and life simulation elements in a post-apocalyptic world.
Dungeon Lurker's crunchy, grimey pixel art hides a metatextual secret beneath its roguelike, dungeon crawling veneers
Dungeon Lurker is a new roguelike dungeon crawler featuring crunchy pixel art and a dark fantasy theme. Mechanically, it plays more like a beat-em-up with sword and shield combat, alongside spells and potions. The game promises over 30 hand-crafted levels and a hidden metatextual secret connected to the player's past.
Demos and Freebies
The Book of Prosperity, a 2D Action RPG with a pixel-art style inspired by Hong Kong, is available as a demo on Steam for PC. The game features a surreal world where ancient magic influences city streets.
Pixel Washer’s New Demo Brings the Suds to Steam Today
Acclaim, Inc. and Valadria announced the Steam demo for Pixel Washer, a cozy, zen-like game where players use a power washer to clean a grimy pixelated town. The demo features six levels, two power washers, and a mini-game, with the full game available for wishlist on Steam. Developer Matt Hackett expressed excitement for players to experience the relaxing gameplay.
Mina the Hollower is another absolute gem from Yacht Club Games
Mina the Hollower is a retro-styled pixel-art action-adventure game from Yacht Club Games, known for the Shovel Knight series. The game features challenging gameplay inspired by classics like Zelda and Castlevania, with modern touches and extensive accessibility options. It was successfully funded on Kickstarter and includes native Linux support.
Beloved Mega Man-Style Platformer Is Getting A Sequel Next Year
Domesticated Ant Games and Dear Villagers have announced Gravity Circuit 2, a sequel to the beloved Mega Man-style platformer, is set to launch on Nintendo Switch in 2027. The sequel will feature playable characters Kai and Cable, new abilities, and Booster Chips, continuing the nostalgic pixel art style of the original.
Chivalware Announced With Steam Demo Available Now
Chivalware, a new roguelite adventure blending tile matching, grid-based combat, and cyber-medieval pixel art, has been announced by The Arcade Crew and Regal Pigeon Games. A demo featuring the first biome and boss is available now on Steam, with the full PC release planned for autumn.
The Arcade Crew mezcla armas con forma de disquete, caballeros cibérneomediavales y píxeles con encanto en el recién revelado Chivalware, demo debut disponible ya en Steam
The Arcade Crew and Regal Pigeon Games have announced Chivalware, a new roguelite adventure featuring real-time grid-based combat and a tile-matching system. A debut demo is available now on Steam, with the full game set to release on PC this autumn. The game blends cyber-medieval aesthetics with charming pixel art.
Cast n Chill developer reveals Wild n Chill, a cozy wilderness survival game
Cast n Chill developer Wombat Brawler has revealed Wild n Chill, a cozy wilderness survival game featuring pixel art graphics and online co-op for up to four players. Players will need to manage food, water, and energy while surviving the elements, crafting shelters, and exploring diverse regions. The game is expected to be popular, building on the success of the developer's previous title.
Cozy pixel city builder Papaya Plaza announced
Weekend Games and Biscuit Factory Games have announced Papaya Plaza, a cozy pixel art city builder for Windows PC. While no release date has been set, a demo is available. The game features laidback city-building gameplay with hundreds of customization options and aims for a 5-Star town rank.
Full Circle Revealed as a PS1-Era Inspired JRPG
Full Circle, a 2.5HD JRPG inspired by PlayStation-era classics, has been revealed by solo developer 2ndPlayerGames and publisher Deck13 Spotlight. The game features turn-based combat with timing-based inputs and is set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity lives in flying cities. It is currently in development for PC and consoles, with a playable demo planned for Gamescom.
