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Cozy Post Office Sim Cat Mail Co. Is Pawsitively Ready To Ship Out On July 6th!
The cozy post office simulation game Cat Mail Co. is set to launch on Steam for PC on July 6, 2026. Developed by Maracas Studio, the game features a relaxing gameplay loop of sorting and delivering mail, with a magical twist at night and up to 4-player cooperative support. The game has already garnered over 50,000 wishlists following a successful demo and participation in Steam Next Fest.
Clean Start Reveals New Gameplay Trailer and Q4 2026 Release Date
Amplified Games and Serious Sim have announced that their cozy cleaning and organizing game, Clean Start, will launch on Steam in Q4 2026. The game, inspired by stories of migration and memory, follows a young woman named Lena as she cleans homes and uncovers clients' life stories. Clean Start has already garnered over 30,000 wishlists on Steam.
City Transport Simulator 2026 announces Tram DLC: Tatra KT4D
ViewApp and NPLAY Games announced that the Tatra KT4D DLC for City Transport Simulator 2026 will be released on June 30. This expansion adds a classic tram with unique driving mechanics, including pedal control and double traction capability. The DLC will be available for PC and consoles and is included in the Season Pass.
The Fish Corner Launches Into Its Final Playtest — A Cozy Game That Brings Back Old Fish Game Nostalgia
Indie studio Ninetoplay has launched the final playtest for its cozy fish-shop game, The Fish Corner. Players have noted the game's strong resemblance to older browser-based fish games, evoking a sense of nostalgia. This final test phase aims to polish the game with player feedback before its official launch.
Convenience-store narrative ‘inKONBINI’ releases physically
The narrative simulation game inKONBINI, focused on running a Japanese convenience store and interacting with locals, has received a physical release in Japan and Asia for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. A U.S. and European edition is slated for September. The physical release includes the base game, sticker sets, and DLC, with a limited edition offering additional collector's items.
More Game Demos
A singleplayer demo for Gold Mining Simulator 2 is now available on Steam for PC (Windows). The simulation game allows players to operate heavy machinery and excavate gold in Alaska.
Homeless Town Drunk Simulator - Free Online Browser Game
Homeless Town Drunk Simulator is a free-to-play browser-based simulation game developed by HappyStoner5420 Games. Players manage survival stats like cash, drunkenness, health, and police heat while panhandling, drinking, and avoiding arrest in a dark comedy setting. The game features a day/night cycle, multiple explorable locations, and a dynamic NPC system, with no traditional win condition beyond surviving as long as possible.
Fire Bag Bandit - Free Online Browser Game
Fire Bag Bandit is a comedic, top-down, browser-based sandbox arson simulation game created by happystoner5420 Games!. Players control an arsonist using various tools to set fires to objects in a city while evading law enforcement, balancing chaos with a heat meter mechanic. The game features AI-generated graphics, a combo system for scoring, and a visual novel courtroom sequence upon getting caught.
Ramen Simulator Released
Ramen Simulator has been released on Windows PC via Steam. The game allows players to create their own ramen bowls, with options for both standard and creative recipes that involve stacking various ingredients.
Forensic - M.E. Protocol Review | TheXboxHub
Forensic - M.E. Protocol is a niche simulation game that puts players in the role of a forensic officer tasked with solving nine distinct crime scenes. The game focuses on methodical evidence gathering and analysis, offering a realistic glimpse into forensic work without significant handholding. It is available on Xbox and PC.
Thank You For Your Application Released
The simulation game Thank You For Your Application is now available on Steam for Windows and macOS. Developed by IceLemonTea Studio, the game simulates the experience of job interviews.
House Flipper Remastered coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Silver Lining Interactive and Frozen Way have announced that House Flipper Remastered will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 in Q3 2026. This upgraded version of the simulation and renovation game includes overhauled graphics, over 800 new items, new story content, and all previously released DLC. The article also briefly mentions that House Flipper 2 is also planned for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 22, 2026
Several new games are launching this week, including Dark Scrolls, NONEWORLD, and Sand: Raiders of Sophie on June 22nd. Pawsome Resort and Deer & Boy will follow on June 23rd and 24th respectively. Dead or Alive 6: Last Round and Star Fox, a remake of Lylat Wars, are set to release on June 25th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
House Thief - Free Online Browser Game
House Thief is a single-player, browser-based crime simulation game where players act as burglars in a procedurally generated neighborhood. The game features a dark-comedy, film-noir aesthetic with tactical heist gameplay, resource management, and a permadeath system where conviction leads to a game over. It emphasizes consequence simulation with persistent heat and no save system, requiring players to strategize every move.
What we've been playing - "And no I don't mean sexy Barry White songs"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature highlights several games. Victoria shares her experience finishing Split Fiction on Xbox Series X, praising its unique boss encounters. Bertie discusses Bio Eden on PC, a game combining elements of Viva Piñata and Terra Nil, developed by Broken Arms Games. Sherif expresses reservations about the Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo on PC due to its lengthy animations and minimal challenge.
Library Pranks - Free Online Browser Game
Library Pranks is a free, browser-based HTML5 simulation game developed by happystoner5420 Games. Players aim to achieve 1,000 chaos points by pranking 20 NPCs in a library while avoiding the librarian, Mrs. Hushmore, and accumulating three strikes. The game features a unique photorealistic note-passing system and dynamic NPC reactions.
Hack Attack - Free Online Browser Game
Hack Attack is a free-to-play browser-based simulation and strategy game where players command an elite cybersecurity team defending TechCorp Industries against sophisticated cyberattacks. The game features a persistent AI system where both the defense team and the hackers learn from previous encounters, leading to escalating difficulty and unique gameplay experiences in each session.
Plongez gratuitement dans Two Point Museum, tandis que Dave the Diver rejoint l’univers virtuel de SEGA
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Two Point Studios is offering free temporary access to Two Point Museum on Steam and Xbox until June 22. PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers can access a two-hour demo. Additionally, Dave the Diver has been added to Two Point Museum with new content, and a new DLC for Two Point Museum, 'Fête-Art', is available on Nintendo Switch 2. A 'Two Point Hospital: Full Sickness Collection' is also coming soon to current-gen consoles.
Two Point Hospital: Full Health Collection announced for Nintendo Switch 2
SEGA and Two Point Studios have announced Two Point Hospital: Full Health Collection for the Nintendo Switch 2, which will include the base game and all its DLC. The collection adds new locations, hospitals, items, and gameplay features. The article also mentions the previous release on Nintendo Switch and the existence of Two Point Museum.
Two Point Hospital: Full Health Collection announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2
Two Point Hospital: Full Health Collection has been announced for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, bundling the base game with all its downloadable content. This collection includes expansions like Culture Shock, Fancy Dress Pack, and A Stitch in Time, offering players a comprehensive hospital management experience with various themes and challenges.
