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WILL: Follow The Light announces 28 April release date for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
TomorrowHead Studio announced that its narrative adventure game, WILL: Follow The Light, will be released on April 28 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features a story-driven, first-person perspective set in the northern wilderness, utilizing Unreal Engine 5.
Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes arrives in April
Bandai Namco announced Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, a new virtual reality adventure horror puzzle game developed by Iconik. Players will control Six's doppelganger, Dark Six, as she journeys to reunite with Six in the dreamlike world of Nowhere. The game is optimized for various VR headsets including PlayStation VR2 and Meta Quest 2/3, and will be released on April 24, 2026.
Remothered: Red Nun’s Legacy – Stormind Returns to Close the Survival Horror Trilogy
Stormind is returning to the Remothered series with Remothered: Red Nun's Legacy, the final installment of the trilogy, set to release in 2026. The game will be a standalone experience set 20 years after the previous titles, featuring new gameplay mechanics like melee combat and a 'Hypnosis Mode' for puzzle-solving. It is planned for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Indie Game ‘Rhell’ Breaks Fourth Wall in Quirky Steam Launch Campaign
The indie game Rhell: Warped Worlds & Troubled Times has launched on PC with a unique marketing campaign where the titular character breaks the fourth wall to address players. Developed by Yogscast Games, the puzzle and narrative title is available with a launch discount and bundled with other indie games. The marketing strategy emphasizes personality and community engagement to stand out on Steam.
Deep Dish Dungeon Trailer Delves Into the Delicious Gameplay
Behold Studios and Raw Fury have released a new trailer for Deep Dish Dungeon, showcasing its culinary gameplay, monster battling, platforming, and puzzle-solving elements. The trailer also highlights the game's unique 3D pixelated visuals and reveals a fall 2026 release window. The game allows for solo or co-op play for up to three players, focusing on exploration, resource gathering, crafting, and cooking.
Cozy Cat Puzzle Game Mewseum: Film Festival Purrs Onto Steam
Climbing Goat Games has released their new puzzle game, Mewseum: Film Festival, on Steam for PC. The game features shikaku-style puzzles inspired by classic film posters, accompanied by a jazz soundtrack. It is available with a 20% launch discount and in bundles with other titles from the developer.
Everything Announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase and FGS Live From GDC on March 12, 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase and FGS Live From GDC presented over 40 upcoming games. Highlights included world premieres for Cordura, The 7th Guest Remake, Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns, and ReVamp. New trailers and gameplay were shown for titles like Dave The Diver: In the Jungle, Stupid Never Dies, Project Shadowglass, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, among many others across various genres and platforms.
Hazard Pay is a block-pushing puzzle game you can really sink your mop into
Hazard Pay is a block-pushing puzzle game with a dystopian theme, where players clean up hazardous messes in secret labs using tools like a mop and bucket. The game, developed by Smitner Studio, offers a challenging experience that requires strategic navigation and waste management, with a demo available on Steam.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase revealed numerous upcoming video games, including Cordura, Stupid Never Dies, Dave The Diver: In The Jungle DLC, and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Several titles like Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes and WILL: Follow The Light received specific release dates in 2026, while others are slated for later this year or have demos available. The showcase featured world premieres, gameplay deep dives, and developer interviews across various genres and platforms.
Future Games Show Feature: Thrilling Action Roguelite Demon Lord: Just A Block, Launching April 29th
The action roguelite Demon Lord: Just A Block, developed by YuWave, is set to launch on PC via Steam on April 29, 2026. The game features strategic, grid-based combat, over 70 enemies and bosses, multiple endings, and extensive build customization. The full release will include five new chapters and over 200 abilities.
72-Year-Old Candy Crush Master Reaches Level 20,000, Proves Gaming Has No Age Limit
A 72-year-old woman has reached level 20,000 in the mobile game Candy Crush, demonstrating significant dedication and challenging age stereotypes in gaming. This achievement highlights the longevity and strategic depth of casual mobile games and the diverse nature of the gaming community.
Release Dates
A pixel-art dystopian block-pushing puzzler, described as a "Hazard Pay" game, is scheduled for release in June. Further details about the specific game title and platforms were not provided.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, March 13 (game #1006)
This article provides hints and answers for the New York Times Connections word game, specifically for game #1006 on Friday, March 13. It explains the game's objective of grouping four related words into categories and offers clues for the day's puzzle, including the solutions for the yellow, green, blue, and purple groups.
Hazard Pay Announces June 2026 Launch Window
Numskull Games and Smitner Studio announced that their pixel-art puzzle game Hazard Pay will launch in June 2026 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. A playable demo is available now on Steam. The game is set in a dystopian, authoritarian Cold War-era state where players act as a cleanup specialist after a containment breach at a research facility.
Hazard Pay heading to Nintendo Switch
Numskull Games and Smitner Studio announced that the dystopian pixel-art puzzle game Hazard Pay will launch on Nintendo Switch in June. Players will navigate hazardous secret labs in 1982 as hired by a shadowy client.
Pixel art block-pushing puzzle game Hazard Pay launches in June for PS5, Switch, and PC
The pixel art block-pushing puzzle game Hazard Pay is set to launch in June for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a distinct visual style and engaging puzzle mechanics.
Numberess Is Wordle, But with Digits and Numbers, Out Now on Mobile
Numberess, a new mobile puzzle game inspired by Wordle's structure, has launched on Android. The game challenges players to guess a hidden number within six rounds daily, using color-coded feedback (green for correct digit/position, orange for correct digit/wrong position, grey for absent digit) and higher/lower hints. It allows repeated digits and offers a reveal feature after eight attempts, with daily puzzles and statistics tracking.
Crabwave Review | TheXboxHub
Crabwave is a path-making puzzle game for Xbox, PC, and PlayStation where players swap and rotate tracks to guide crabs home. While not groundbreaking, it offers a polished and accessible experience with helpful tools like undo and hint systems. Despite some minor presentational issues with visual clarity, the game provides around thirty minutes of enjoyable puzzling.
Sleeping Beauty: Hidden Object Game Review | TheXboxHub
Sleeping Beauty: Hidden Object Game by Crisp App Studio offers a standard hidden object experience with a light story focusing on the protagonist's dreams. While the core puzzles are well-executed and visually clear, the inclusion of minigames like spot the difference and jigsaw puzzles can be a point of contention. The game allows players to bypass minigames to focus on the hidden object scenes, making it a solid choice for fans of the genre.
Adventure game Alice in Wonder Underland AIWU announced for Nintendo Switch
Regista, Suzume Takanashi, and YMCAT have announced Alice in Wonder Underland AIWU for Nintendo Switch, scheduled for release in 2026. This 2D adventure game features puzzles, mini-games, and interactive experiences where players guide Alice and Noir Bunny through over 30 unique areas in search of a lost voice.
