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The Guardian of Nature Is a Charming Solarpunk Adventure That’s Also Raising Environmental Awareness
The Guardian of Nature, a solarpunk adventure game developed by Inlusio Interactive, is launching on Steam for PC on May 21st, coinciding with Earth Day. The game, which took seven years to develop and was made in close collaboration with scientists, aims to raise environmental awareness through its hand-drawn visuals and educational content about nature's interconnectedness. It features point-and-click puzzle gameplay where players guide botanist Henry on a journey to save the Tree of Life.
Cthulhu The Cosmic Abyss Review – A Terrifying Deep Dive Into Cosmic Horror | Invision Game Community
Cthulhu The Cosmic Abyss offers a deep dive into cosmic horror, reimagining the Cthulhu Mythos with a narrative-focused, first-person point-and-click adventure. While the game excels in exploration, atmosphere, and world-building, its Corruption mechanic is criticized for lacking impact on the player's mental state, and several bugs and performance issues are noted. Despite these flaws, it presents a strong foundation for future Lovecraftian games.
The Best Android Adventure Games – Updated!
This guide highlights the best adventure games available on Android, showcasing the genre's evolution from text-based adventures to diverse modern titles. It features a variety of games including Professor Layton, Oxenfree, Machinarium, and Return to Monkey Island, covering different subgenres like puzzle, narrative, and point-and-click.
Immortal John Triptych Brings Three Joe Richardson Adventures to Consoles
Akupara Games and developer Joe Richardson have announced Immortal John Triptych, an anthology collecting the point-and-click adventure games Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate. The collection will launch later this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch consoles, featuring bonus content and quality-of-life updates. A PC version with a special DLC will also be available on Steam.
The Immortal John Triptych Brings Renaissance Absurdity To Consoles Later This Year
The Immortal John Triptych, a collection of three adventure games by Joe Richardson, is coming to consoles later in 2026. The anthology includes Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate, featuring a unique art style derived from Renaissance artwork. This console release includes quality-of-life improvements, bonus content, and full controller support for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3 Brings The Trilogy To A Chilling End
True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3 has been released for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, concluding the trilogy. Developed by Goblinz Enterprises and published by The Digital Lounge, this psychological horror game focuses on resolving the mysteries of the Stonehouse family. The game features point-and-click exploration, puzzles, and hidden object elements with an emphasis on atmosphere and narrative payoff.
Don't miss The Third Shift, a Game Boy horror museum that cleverly entangles Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigation
The Third Shift is a new Game Boy horror game that blends Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigation. Players take on the role of a security guard at a museum with a dark history, navigating exhibits and uncovering secrets while being surveilled. The game cleverly uses multiple perspectives and fixed camera angles to create a unique and unsettling experience.
Award-Winning Visual Novel and Roger Is Coming to Android Soon!
The award-winning visual novel 'and Roger' is set to release on Android and iOS on June 17th, 2026, with a planned release for the Nintendo Switch 2. Developed by solo creator Yona under TearyHand Studio and published by Kodansha, the game was initially released for PC in July 2025 and is already available on Nintendo Switch. The narrative follows a young girl's confusing encounter with a stranger and explores themes of dementia through a minimalist point-and-click gameplay style.
Time-Bending Adventure Whirlight – No Time To Trip Launches May 14 on PC, and in Q3 2026 on Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox
Developer imaginarylab announced that its narrative sci-fi adventure game, Whirlight – No Time To Trip, will launch on May 14, 2026, for PC. The game is also slated for release in Q3 2026 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. A new trailer showcases the game's time-traveling mystery and unique visual style.
and Roger Switch 2 and Mobile Release Set for June 18 with Language Update
The visual novel 'and Roger' will be released for Nintendo Switch and mobile devices on June 18, 2026, with a simultaneous free update adding support for numerous languages including Portuguese, Spanish, and Ukrainian. The game features point-and-click exploration and slice-of-life storytelling with comic book-inspired visuals, and has already sold over 100,000 units on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Reality-bending puzzles arrive in Uncle Lee's Cookbook: Five Recipes for Disaster on May 12
Uncle Lee's Cookbook: Five Recipes for Disaster, a collection of five reality-bending puzzle episodes, is set to release on May 12th. Lead programmer Giuseppe Sellaroli confirmed it will be available DRM-free on Steam, GOG, and itch.io, featuring pixel art, witty dialogue, and English voice acting with Italian subtitles. The game also includes a native Linux version compatible with Steam Deck.
Shadows of the Afterland shares Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Aruma Studios has announced that Shadows of the Afterland will be released on Nintendo Switch on May 5, 2026. This supernatural mystery game features full voice acting, pixel art, and seamless possession mechanics. Players step into the shoes of a detective in 1960s Madrid to solve a mysterious death that bridges the living and afterlife.
Decollate Decoration for PC & Consoles: Pre-order begins on Xbox & Switch! A haunting adventure where love lingers beyond death!
KEMCO announced that the supernatural adventure game Decollate Decoration will be released on April 17, 2026, for Xbox consoles, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are available with a 10% discount on the Microsoft Store and Nintendo eShop, while PS5 and PS4 versions can be wishlisted. The game features a ghost protagonist attempting to fulfill her desires and influence the living world, with multiple endings and a short playtime.
Two Realms: Whispers from the Rift Pixel Art Horror Adventure Demo Launches on Steam
MOD42 Studio has released a free demo for their pixel art horror adventure game, Two Realms: Whispers from the Rift, on Steam. The demo features hand-animated pixel art, an original soundtrack, and full voice acting, offering players the beginning of the game's narrative. The full version is scheduled for release in 2027.
Introducing 'Scenic', a relaxing pixel-art escape room game
Inblue Games has announced 'Scenic', a relaxing pixel-art escape room game for Steam. Players will explore a nonlinear collection of rooms, solving environmental puzzles at their own pace. The game features a self-contained progression system and focused observation challenges within limited perspectives.
Introducing ‘Travelling Light, a heartfelt narrative exploration with a unique rewind/replay/shift mechanic
IDUN Studio and Yotsuba Interactive announced 'Travelling Light', a narrative exploration game centered on four friends dealing with personal tragedy. The game features a unique rewind, replay, and perspective-shifting mechanic to help players explore different viewpoints of key scenarios. It will be released on PC via Steam and is inspired by the visual style of Wes Anderson.
Crabmeat Review – Crabbing in a Dystopian Antarctic Nightmare - MonsterVine
The Antarctic fishing horror game Crabmeat is now available on PC via Steam. Developed by Searching Interactive, this short, first-person, point-and-click survival horror title immerses players in a dystopian nightmare.
The Antarctic fishing horror, ‘Crabmeat’, is now available via Steam
Searching Interactive has released Crabmeat, a short, first-person, point-and-click survival horror game, on Steam. The game is now available for purchase on the platform.
Touching Visual Novel “and Roger” Earns GDCA Audience Award, BAFTA Nomination
The visual novel 'and Roger' has achieved 100,000 units sold on PC and Nintendo Switch, and received the Game Developers Choice Awards Audience Award and a BAFTA nomination. Developed by yona under TearyHand Studio and supported by Kodansha Game Creators' Lab, the game is praised for its unique art style and narrative.
and Roger Surpasses 100,000 Sales, Wins GDCA Audience Award
The slice-of-life visual novel and Roger has surpassed 100,000 sales worldwide and won the Audience Award at the Game Developers Choice Awards. Developed by TearyHand Studio and published by Kodansha Creators’ Lab, the game is available on Nintendo Switch and PC. The narrative features point-and-click exploration and puzzle-solving with comic book-inspired visuals.