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Twisted Tower – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Twisted Tower is a first-person shooter set in a 1950s theme park where players battle corrupted mascots and overcome twisted puzzles. The game features five distinct levels, a variety of unique toy-themed weapons, and procedurally generated paths for replayability. Beta sign-ups are currently open for players to experience the game's combat and story.
Big Walk Is Destined To Be Your Next Big Co-Op Obsession
Big Walk, a new co-op puzzle game from House House, the developers of Untitled Goose Game, is set to release on August 4 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game supports two to 12 players exploring a large island filled with puzzles and secrets, emphasizing exploration and communication. The article highlights the game's unguided approach and rewarding discoveries, suggesting it could become the next major hangout game.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 13 to 17
This week's Xbox releases from July 13 to 17 include a variety of genres across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass. Notable titles include the roguelike 'Ascend to ZERO', the tactical train-builder 'Fogpiercer', and the open-world extreme sports game 'MAVRIX by Matt Jones'.
Escape From Umbra Wants To Make You Fear The Dark
Escape From Umbra, an atmospheric puzzle adventure game developed and published by WildSphere, is now available on PC and multiple consoles including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. The game challenges players to escape a village haunted by a witch by using wits, a flashlight, and a book of clues, emphasizing stealth and puzzle-solving over combat.
Shhh… Book It! Has A Library Full Of Puzzling Challenges
Book It!, a new puzzle game from Bad Minions and Little Giant, challenges players to organize books in a library setting. Developed by Tyne Forge Games, it is available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC. The game features 30 levels across two environments, focusing on careful planning and logic similar to classic box-pushing games.
Beyond The Plastic Wall – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Beyond The Plastic Wall is a narrative-driven adventure game where players control Hal, a scavenger searching for a mysterious woman within the last city on Earth. The game features 2.5D pixel art environments and mechanical puzzle-solving mechanics. A beta demo is available for players to request access.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, July 9 (game #1124)
This article provides hints and answers for the New York Times Connections puzzle, game #1124. It details the four categories: Non-Alcoholic Designators, Music Publications, Kinds of Rugs, and Pontiac Models, along with the specific words that fit into each group.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book demo now available on Nintendo Switch 2
A free demo for the platformer Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is now available on Nintendo Switch. The demo allows players to experience the first chapter, with save data transferable to the full game. The title, originally released on May 21, features Yoshi helping a living encyclopedia named Mr. E recover lost memories and missing pages.
High seas first-person survival horror game SENARA: The Sacrament sets sail on July 30th
Influsion Inc. announced that their first-person survival horror game SENARA: The Sacrament will launch on PC via Steam on July 30th. The game features a digitally scanned replica of a 6,000-ton ocean liner and emphasizes resource management, puzzle-solving, and player choice with multiple endings.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, July 8 (game #1123)
This article provides hints and answers for the New York Times Connections puzzle, game #1123, released on Wednesday, July 8. It details the four categories: 'Tiny slices' (GRATE, PLANE, SHAVE, SLIVER), 'Describe the big picture' (DRIFT, PLOT, THEME, THREAD), 'Axe styles' (PICK, PLUCK, STRUM, TAP), and 'Things with solid homes' (CARDS, LORDS, WAX, WORSHIP). The author notes the puzzle's difficulty and a personal mistake made in one category.
10 gorgeous indies to check out in July 2026
This article highlights ten indie games scheduled for release in July 2026 across PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The featured titles span various genres including literary experiences, supernatural life-sims, time-bending roguelikes, puzzle adventures, 3D platformers, rhythm visual novels, sci-fi deckbuilders, action RPGs, and cozy plant shop simulations.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, July 7 (game #1122)
This article provides hints and answers for the New York Times Connections puzzle, game #1122, dated Tuesday, July 7. It details the four categories and their respective answers: ROOMS IN CLUE, STUDENT-ATHLETE DESIGNATIONS, ___ TWIST, and ENDING IN "SESAME STREET" CHARACTERS.
New Playable Demo of ‘Escape From Umbra’ Now Available on GOG and Steam
WildSphere has released a free playable demo for their upcoming psychological horror and puzzle game, Escape From Umbra, on Steam and GOG. The demo offers a 10-15 minute preview of the game's mechanics and story. The full game is set to launch on July 10, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, with pre-orders available on Xbox consoles.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, July 6 (game #1121)
This article provides hints and answers for the New York Times Connections puzzle, game #1121, released on Monday, July 6. It details the four categories: 'Astounding information' (YELLOW), 'School project' (GREEN), 'As used by Looney Tunes character' (BLUE), and 'Romantic beginnings' (PURPLE), along with the specific words that fit each group. The author also mentions other NYT word games like Wordle, Strands, and Quordle.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, July 5 (game #1120)
This article provides hints and answers for the New York Times Connections puzzle, game #1120, dated Sunday, July 5. It details the four categories: Granola Ingredients, Payment Methods, AMEX Card Types, and what 'W' might stand for, along with the words belonging to each group.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, July 4 (game #1119)
This article provides hints and answers for the New York Times Connections puzzle, game #1119, released on Saturday, July 4. It details the four categories and their respective answers: PERSIST, KINDS OF POEMS, TROPICAL DRINKS, and SWEET __. The author also shares their personal experience playing the puzzle and mentions other NYT word games.
Mort & Phil - An Amiga game that pays tribute to the late master Francisco Ibañez Talavera
A new retro gaming project titled Mort & Phil, based on the Spanish comic duo Mortadelo and Filemón, is set to release soon for the Commodore Amiga. Developed by Amiga Factory, the game pays tribute to the late comic creator Francisco Ibáñez Talavera and features strategy, puzzle-solving, and a disguise system. The project will be open-sourced upon release and is optimized for AGA Amigas, with a potential port for older models.
Recension – A Void Hope
A Void Hope is a retro-inspired platformer puzzle game from Elden Pixels, featuring a dystopian sci-fi theme where players control two protagonists trying to survive a virus that turns people into monsters. The game is praised for its atmospheric soundtrack by Waveshaper and its detailed pixel art, though the reviewer found it a bit too easy and wished for more exposition towards the end. It was released on February 29, 2024, for PC and Nintendo Switch.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 6 to 10
This weekly feature highlights new games releasing on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between July 6 and July 10. Titles include Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, EA SPORTS College Football 27, Palworld 1.0, and Wuthering Waves, among many others across various genres.
RETURN TO UNDERMERE: The Strange Horticulture & Strange Antiquities Double Pack is OUT NOW!
The Strange Horticulture & Strange Antiquities Double Pack, featuring both acclaimed indie titles, is now available for Nintendo Switch. Developed by Bad Viking and published by Silver Lining Interactive and Iceberg Interactive, the bundle offers players the chance to explore the mysterious town of Undermere through occult-themed puzzle gameplay.