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Cozy Foraging Adventure Gendo the Gatherer Launches Free Playtest Today
UnintentionalLogic has launched a free playtest for their upcoming PC game, Gendo the Gatherer, a cozy pixel art foraging adventure inspired by the Japanese Edo period. The playtest, available on Steam, allows players to explore the mystical forest, cook dishes, and manage Gendo's teahouse for one week.
‘Cassette futuristic’ pixel art CRPG Wind Up Deadman to be published by NEOWIZ
NEOWIZ will publish Wind Up Deadman, a "cassette futuristic" pixel art CRPG developed by South Korean studio SaneNuts Studio. The game, set in a world where survivors live in a desert tower and use cassette tapes for memories, will be available for PC via Steam. Players control an archive runner named Zephyr who entrusts his soul to a robot to track down his lost memories, with erased and implanted memories dynamically influencing the narrative.
Side-scrolling action platformer Cresata announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Rocket Panda Games, in partnership with Shatter Flask Games and Acttil, has announced Cresata, a side-scrolling action platformer previously known as Revenant's Reach. The game is set to release in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, with a Kickstarter campaign planned for late 2026. Cresata features dynamic combat, grappler mechanics, a unique 2D pixel art style with 3D environments, and ghost races.
Axel Quest out on Nintendo Switch this week
Axel Quest, a 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements developed by PowerSlash Studios and published by Ratalaika Games, is set to release on Nintendo Switch this Friday, June 26. The title features pixel art visuals, sword combat, and exploration for $5.99.
MonCraft 199X is a creature collecting survival game where the Y2K apocalypse actually happened
MonCraft 199X is a creature collecting survival game inspired by the Y2K apocalypse, featuring pixel art reminiscent of early Game Boy Pokemon titles. Players will craft, battle with their collected creatures, explore dungeons, and uncover the story behind the "Y2Katastrophe" that replaced all animals with "mons." The game is set to launch in early access on PC via Steam, with a specific release date yet to be announced.
Cat Isle Is a Pixel-Art Management City Coming to Steam Next Month
Cat Isle, a pixel-art management and city-building game developed by indie team PixelDuckoo and DomkeGames, is set to launch on Steam for PC and Mac on July 20th, 2026. Inspired by Japan's Cat Islands, the game focuses on creating a thriving town for cats, managing shop supplies, and observing feline preferences.
RELEASE DATE ANNOUNCED: 1M PLAYER PIXEL ART MMO ‘SOULBOUND’ INVITES PLAYERS TO A DEMO FOR STEAM NEXT FEST AHEAD OF JULY 21 RELEASE
Indie developer Spiderware announced that their pixel art MMORPG, Soulbound, will launch on Steam on July 21st. A demo is available now during Steam Next Fest, offering over 7 hours of gameplay. The game, which previously amassed over 1,000,000 players on browser and Discord, features character customization, roguelite dungeons, and a housing system.
Cat Isle launches July 20, 2026 on Steam for Windows PC and Mac
The cozy pixel art management game Cat Isle, developed by DomkeGames and PixelDuckoo, is set to launch on July 20, 2026. It will be available on Steam for PC and Mac. Players will transform a small island town into a haven for cats by managing shops, decorating buildings, and interacting with feline inhabitants.
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The space-themed farming simulator Farlands, developed with Eric Rodriguez, will leave Early Access on July 16th and is available now as a demo on Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Xbox One. Players will manage a farm on a barren planet, explore other celestial bodies for resources, and can even marry characters they meet.
Find the Cats Review | TheXboxHub
Find the Cats offers a unique pixel art style for the hidden object genre, but its short length and easily discoverable cats limit its appeal. While the detailed dioramas are visually appealing, the game can be completed in under ten minutes, with only ten cats per level and no replayability features. The reviewer suggests that future installments should address the lack of challenge and provide more reasons to return to the game.
Acclaimed Point-And-Click Adventure 'The Drifter' Hits Switch 2 Next Week
The point-and-click adventure game 'The Drifter' by indie developer Powerhoof is set to release on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 next week. The game features a pixel art style, a murder mystery narrative, and will support 4K visuals and 120fps on the Switch 2. It has received critical acclaim and multiple awards, including Game of the Year at the 2025 Australian Game Developer Awards.
Apidya' Special - An authentic, 24-bit pixel remake of a classic Shoot 'em up is still coming and boy does it look good!
ININ Games has announced that Apidya Special, a 24-bit pixel art remake of the 90s shoot 'em up Apidya, is still scheduled for release on August 25, 2026, for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game features handcrafted pixels, an original soundtrack by Chris Hulsbeck, five worlds, over twenty bosses, and a new co-op mode.
AI Pixel Battle Demo is now available on Steam
The demo for the drawing simulation game AI Pixel Battle is now available on Steam for PC. Developed by MONO ENTERTAINMENT, the game allows players to create pixel art monsters, which are then analyzed by an AI to determine battle outcomes and even name and describe their traits. The demo is available for a limited time until the end of June 2026, with the full release planned for Summer 2026.
Mousebusters receives Nintendo Switch release date
Developer Odencat has announced that the horror adventure game Mousebusters will be released on the Nintendo Switch eShop on June 25, 2026, for $12.99. The game, which features a cutesy pixel art style and was originally developed for mobile, is also considered a complete edition of its PC release, which launched today. Players will control a mouse cursed to rid an apartment building of ghosts by solving puzzles and performing exorcisms.
A Veteran One Piece-fanatic Recommends Upcoming One Piece: Grand Gourmet To YOU!
One Piece: Grand Gourmet, developed by Kairosoft Co, is an upcoming pixel art cooking simulator and city-builder game announced for Nintendo Switch and PC. The game features over 400 One Piece characters and focuses on themes of feasting and camaraderie, distinct from typical shonen action. Players will manage a restaurant, mix ingredients, and interact with characters, with a planned release date of October 23rd, 2026.
Sonomio Games Announces September 9th, 2026 Release Date for Welcome To Mars 9
Sonomio Games has announced that their narrative sci-fi adventure, Welcome To Mars 9, will be released on September 9th, 2026, for Steam and Nintendo Switch. The game features a pixel art style and focuses on player choices that lead to multiple endings, exploring themes of survival and ethics aboard a space station.
Everything we know about One Piece: Grand Gourmet
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a new restaurant management simulation game developed by Kairosoft. The game will feature over 400 characters from the One Piece universe and a pixel-art style. It is scheduled to launch on October 23, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, iOS, and Android.
One Piece: Grand Gourmet Sets Sail October 23 with a Floating Restaurant Management Sim
Bandai Namco announced One Piece: Grand Gourmet, a new management simulation game set in the One Piece universe, launching October 23, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile platforms. Players will manage a floating restaurant alongside Sanji and the Straw Hat Crew, creating menus, gathering ingredients, and serving over 400 characters in a pixel-art style.
Arashi Gaiden arrives with ninja action and tactical combat
Arashi Gaiden, a turn-based action game from Brazilian studio Statera, is set to release on November 6, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. The game blends tactical combat and storytelling with pixel art visuals, drawing inspiration from titles like Into the Breach and Katana Zero. This release marks a significant milestone for Statera and publisher Nuntius Games.
Cozy Horror Hit ‘The Road Of Dust And Sorrow’ Leads to All Consoles in 2026!
The pixel-art thriller 'The Road of Dust and Sorrow' from Silver Lining Interactive and Painted Black Games will launch in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game, described as 'Cozy Horror,' features a gripping story about survival in a post-apocalyptic world. A demo is currently available on Steam and Itch.io.