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Hand-Drawn Action-Puzzle Platformer The Rusted Drops a Demo on Steam
Rodd Games has released a free demo for their upcoming hand-drawn 2D action-puzzle platformer, The Rusted, on Steam. The game, set in a post-apocalyptic world where a robot dog searches for its human family, is slated for a Q4 2026 release and features combat, exploration, and environmental storytelling.
Death Stranding movie director promises we're "not gonna see a lot of jaws getting ripped off" after his gory Robin Hood flick, as preparations for next year's filming continue
Director Michael Sarnoski has stated that the upcoming Death Stranding movie adaptation will honor the game's bleak post-apocalyptic setting but will feature less graphic violence than his previous film, The Death of Robin Hood. Filming is scheduled to begin next year in Iceland and Northern Ireland, with Sarnoski having recently submitted a second draft of the script. Additionally, an animated Death Stranding film is in development with Aaron Guzikowski for a 2027 release on Disney Plus.
Enginefall Steam Next Fest demo goes live until June 22nd
Red Rover Interactive has released a free demo for their post-apocalyptic PvP crafting shooter, Enginefall, on PC as part of Steam Next Fest. The demo, available until June 22nd, introduces new features like customizable mobile train bases and Dagger vs Dagger PvP mode, with a full launch planned for later in 2026.
My Time at Evershine Gets New Trailer, Launching in 2027
Pathea Games and PM Studios have released a new trailer for My Time at Evershine, the next installment in the My Time series, set to launch in 2027. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Players will take on the role of Governor, leading a settlement in a hopeful post-apocalyptic frontier, focusing on city-building and community growth alongside life simulation elements.
Terminator Dark Fate – Defiance: Uprising Review
Terminator: Dark Fate – Defiance: Uprising offers a post-apocalyptic conquest experience with high points in its strategic gameplay. However, the review notes repetitive mission objectives and frustrating instant-fail conditions as significant drawbacks for the Real-Time Strategy title.
Apocalypse Wow!
Canadian developer City From Naught Inc. announced that its steampunk factory automation strategy simulation, Brave New Wonders, will feature a revamped demo during Steam Next Fest from June 15-22, 2026. The demo will allow players to rebuild civilization from ruins, manage factories, and explore islands using an innovative text-command system.
Pokémon Pokopia is getting paid DLC and it starts with an underwater town
Pokémon Pokopia, a Nintendo Switch exclusive, is receiving paid downloadable content alongside a free underwater update. The first paid expansion, Bubbly Basin, will launch in August and features an underwater town, new outfits, and Pokémon. Two more paid expansions are planned for late 2026 and 2027, with the third adding another new town. The game is set in an ecologically devastated Kanto region where players, as Ditto, rebuild the world.
Metro 2039 will break out of the bunker just in time to join the flood of games releasing in February 2027
Metro 2039 is slated for a February 2027 release, joining a crowded launch window alongside titles like Fable and State of Decay 3. Developer 4A Games has released a trailer showcasing the signature Metro atmosphere with gas masks, monsters, and a returning antagonist named Hunter from Metro 2033.
Metro 2039 dodges the GTA6 conundrum with a February 2027 release
4A Games has announced that Metro 2039 will be released in February 2027, avoiding a crowded September release window and the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6. The game is set in 2039, years after Metro Exodus, and features a new authoritarian regime in the Moscow Metro system led by the Spartan Hunter. Players will step into the role of a fully voiced protagonist known as The Stranger, who returns to the Metro facing mutated creatures, human enemies, and personal nightmares.
Last Harbor Announced
Publisher tintBuild has announced Last Harbor, an open-world survival game. The title is set in a post-apocalyptic Pacific Northwest region that has been overrun by zombies, focusing on avoidance and survival mechanics.
Former spec ops elites become cyborg war machines in Crossout
Gaijin Entertainment has released the "Dark Awakening" update for its post-apocalyptic vehicle combat MMO, Crossout. This update introduces the new "Eclipse" faction, composed of cyborg soldiers, and features new car parts, weapons, and game modes including limited-time brawls like "Test Prototypes" and "Squad Battle."
Cronos: Lazarus Images Leak Ahead of Reveal, Allegedly DLC Instead of a Sequel
Images allegedly from Cronos: Lazarus have leaked, suggesting it may be DLC for Cronos: The New Dawn rather than a standalone sequel. The leaker's tweets indicate the expansion will continue the narrative of the successful horror title, which was praised for its insightful story and world-building.
Underchoice Released
Underchoice has been released on PC via Steam, offering players a chance to experience life as a vault-dweller in a post-apocalyptic setting. A recently released trailer showcased the game's core premise and gameplay elements.
Review – Starbites (PlayStation 5)
Starbites is a charming, short, and sweet turn-based JRPG with PS2-style graphics set in a post-apocalyptic world. Despite its simple combat and progression systems, the game offers a meaningful adventure with character development and a believable atmosphere. It is recommended for players seeking an engaging experience that doesn't demand excessive playtime.
Lost in Tandem Launches on PC This July
Tempete Studio announced that Lost in Tandem will launch on PC via Steam in July 2026. The hand-painted puzzle adventure game features a young girl and a robot traveling through a post-apocalyptic world, designed for both solo and couch co-op play.
Rolling Gun – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Rolling Gun is a fast-paced roguelike top-down shooter where players control a wheelchair-bound warrior navigating post-apocalyptic arenas filled with robotic enemies and environmental hazards. The game features unique wheelchair movement controls, a shop system for weapon upgrades, and prestige levels for increased challenges. An open beta is currently available for players to sign up for.
EdCorp - A New Publisher and Developer with Fair, Dev-Focused Terms Arrives!
Former Coatsink founders Eddie, Tom, Paul, and Simon have launched EdCorp, a new developer and publisher focused on supporting independent game creators with fair terms. EdCorp will fund, market, and develop original and licensed projects for PC and consoles, offering up to a 75% revenue share for developers. Their first signed title is the post-apocalyptic exploration sim GARBAGE COUNTRY from developer Thomas van den Berg.
RoadOut launch trailer – post-apocalyptic action RPG out on Nintendo Switch
Dangen Entertainment and Rastrolabs have released a launch trailer for the post-apocalyptic action RPG, RoadOut, now available on Nintendo Switch. The game combines twin-stick shooting, driving mechanics, and dungeon crawling as players explore a vast wasteland in their car and on foot.
Set Sail in DREADMOOR’s First Public Playtest as Part of Steam Ocean Fest
DREADMOOR, a post-apocalyptic fishing adventure from Dream Dock and Digital Vortex Entertainment, is launching its first public playtest on Steam for PC as part of Steam Ocean Fest. The playtest introduces new features like a day/night cycle and exploration mechanics. The game is set to release in Q4 2026.
Sleepover is a cosmic horror visual novel about the last person on earth and the stranger who shows up at their front door
Sleepover is a post-apocalyptic cosmic-horror visual novel where the protagonist believes she is the last person on Earth until a mysterious girl named Fermi appears. The game explores themes of depression, anxiety, and body horror, featuring explorable environments and interactive objects to uncover the protagonist's past. It is available to wishlist on Steam, with no release date announced yet.
