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PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog lineup for June 2026 announced
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed the June 2026 lineup for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers. The Game Catalog will feature titles like Final Fantasy XVI, Sonic X Shadow Generations, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance, while the Classics Catalog will include Gitaroo Man. Some games will be available on June 10/11, with the majority releasing on June 16.
SGF 2026: Fable Live Demo Preview — “Building an Extraordinary Life”
A preview of Playground Games' Fable showcases its "Living Population" system, allowing deep interaction with over 1,000 NPCs, and complex relationship mechanics. The game, delayed to February 23, 2027, will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5, offering both action-adventure gameplay and intricate simulation elements.
Docked Expands With Deep Waters DLC – Bringing New Challenges To Port Wake
Saber Interactive has released Deep Waters, the first major DLC expansion for the port management simulation game Docked. Available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, the expansion introduces new jobs, a fresh mission, and a new tool called the Magnet Gripper to handle challenging cargo like scrap metal and oversized loads.
L’Empereur is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that L’Empereur, a simulation and strategy game originally released by Koei in 1991, will be available on the Nintendo Switch's Console Archives service starting June 11 for $7.99. The game tasks players with leading Napoléon to save France and unify Europe through warfare and diplomacy.
✈️ Airport Manager Simulator 2026 is Coming to Steam Next Fest!
Airport Manager Simulator 2026 will be available with a free playable demo during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22. Players can manage daily airport operations, including passenger flow, terminal services, and ground logistics. Feedback from the demo will help guide future development before the game's full release on PC.
Letter Lost - a totally normal post office sim where nothing weird happens launches on Steam today!
FlatNine Games' debut title, Letter Lost, a dark, story-rich puzzle mystery simulation set in a post office, has launched on Steam today for $19.99. The game challenges players to sort, stamp, and deliver mail while uncovering secrets and solving puzzles in the remote town of Kharnym Isle. The developers highlight features like unraveling mysteries, delivering mail, exploration, player choices with multiple endings, and 10-15 hours of gameplay.
Console Archives L’Empereur launches June 11
The classic Koei simulation game L'Empereur, originally released in 1991, is launching for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on June 11 for $7.99. Developer Hamster is bringing the title to modern platforms with added features like customizable controls and save points. L'Empereur is a strategy game where players assume the role of Napoleon to unify Europe.
L’Empereur gets modern re-release
Hamster Corporation announced that the classic 1991 simulation game L'Empereur will be re-released for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 on June 11th. The game, originally by KOEI, puts players in the role of Napoleon aiming to unify Europe through warfare and diplomacy.
Review: Tavern Talk Stories: Dreamwalker Lets You Solve Problems With Drinking
Tavern Talk Stories: Dreamwalker, a prequel to the original Tavern Talk series by Gentle Troll Entertainment, builds upon the visual novel and simulation gameplay of serving drinks to customers. This installment introduces more interactive potion-crafting mechanics that influence character stats and quests, setting it apart from Toge Productions' Coffee Talk series. While a solid entry with RPG elements, the reviewer found the storylines and drink-mixing mechanics in Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly to be more engaging.
Unrailed 2: Back on Track preview
Unrailed 2: Back on Track is a cooperative simulation game where players must lay railroad tracks to guide a train across various landscapes. The game features a blocky art style and emphasizes teamwork, with mechanics for chopping trees, mining resources, and managing train overheating. It is set to release on PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5 on June 11, 2026.
Jurassic World Evolution 3 Rebirth Next Week
Frontier Developments has announced a new Rebirth expansion for Jurassic World Evolution 3, set to launch on June 16th for PC and consoles. This expansion aims to evolve the sci-fi theme park simulation gameplay.
SnowRunner now available for Switch 2
SnowRunner is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, with a free upgrade offered to existing digital owners. Publisher Focus Entertainment and developer Saber Interactive have released the simulation title for $39.99, featuring over 50 maps and more than 100 trucks. Cross-play with PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms is expected in a few weeks with the release of Season 18.
Quarter of a million wishlists show I am not alone in wanting to restore my old game cartridges
Cozy Game Restoration, a simulation game focused on restoring old game cartridges, will launch on Steam on September 24, 2026. The game, developed by Parasol Corp, has garnered over 225,000 wishlists and will feature a demo during the June Steam Next Fest. The game includes procedurally dirtied cartridges inspired by titles from the 1980s to the early 2000s, with some featuring collaborations with other indie developers.
Derby Stallion 2 announced for Switch 2
GAME ADDICT and ParityBit have announced Derby Stallion 2 for the Nintendo Switch, set to release in Japan on September 24 for 9,980 yen. The game is a sequel to the racehorse training simulation series, where players breed, train, and race horses to create the ultimate thoroughbred.
Pokémon Pokopia goes under the sea with free update and DLC Expansion Pass this August
The Nintendo Switch game Pokémon Pokopia will receive a free update in August that adds underwater exploration. This update coincides with the first part of a paid, three-part Expansion Pass, which will introduce a new village called Bubbly Basin. Additional content for the Expansion Pass is planned for late 2026 and 2027.
Farming Camp is coming to PS5 and Nintendo Switch in a physical edition
SOEDESCO and Innerfire Studios have announced that Farming Camp will receive a physical release for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are now available, with the game offering a blend of farm management, minigames, and narrative set during a summer at Evertree Farming Camp.
Steam Next Fest: Budget Renovation Simulator is coming to the event!
Budget Renovation Simulator will be available with a free playable demo during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22. Players will manage budgets to renovate rundown properties into profitable investments. The demo aims to gather player feedback for future development.
Prison Life Sim 2026 - Survival Will participate at Steam Next Fes on 15 June!
Prison Life Sim 2026 - Survival will feature a free playable demo during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22. The simulation game places players in a correctional facility where they must survive by managing routines, relationships, and making strategic decisions. The demo aims to gather player feedback for future development.
Police Simulator: Patrol Officers launch trailer – sim game lands on Nintendo Switch 2
Police Simulator: Patrol Officers has launched on the Nintendo Switch, featuring optimized gameplay for the new console. Developed by Aesir Interactive and published by Astragon Entertainment, the simulation game allows players to experience the life of a police officer in the fictional city of Brighton, starting with routine patrols and progressing to handling major crimes.
Star Trek: Outposts Unknown Announced
Magic Fuel Games and Playstack have announced Star Trek: Outposts Unknown, a new outpost building simulation game. The game focuses on the Federation's infrastructure management and is set to release in the same timeframe as Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.