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REKA launches August 18
The "living witch cottage" game REKA is set to leave Early Access and officially launch for PC via Steam on August 18. The game allows players to manage a witch's cottage.
Demos and Freebies
A demo for Cemetery Simulator is now available on Steam for PC. The simulation game allows players to manage a cemetery, alone or with friends, starting with basic tools and expanding their operations.
"Make the past less permanent": Tattoo Removal Simulator is a surprisingly poignant take on the PowerWash clean-up genre
Tattoo Removal Simulator offers a surprisingly poignant take on the simulation genre, tasking players with lasering away unwanted tattoos. Developed by the 20-person Lithuanian team Uraga, the game features a cheerful art style and a surprisingly melancholic undertone as players erase life moments. The full game includes VR support and multiple game modes.
60 fps on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series, including S. Drug Dealer Simulator 2 targets a smooth criminal experience
Drug Dealer Simulator 2 is targeting a smooth 60 frames per second experience on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, including the less powerful Xbox Series S. Developers have implemented significant optimizations, particularly in NPC animation processing and leveraging Unreal Engine 5, to achieve this goal. The game, a co-op crime simulation, is set to release on June 17, 2026.
Poopoo Toilet - Free Online Browser Game
Poopoo Toilet is a free, offline HTML5 browser game where players manage a public restroom facility with the goal of earning $10,000 to become the "Lord of the Loo." The game features mechanics such as an adjustable entrance fee, customer management, troublemaker handling, toilet stall maintenance, and supply management, with upgrades available to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
There's one game Don't Nod narrative designer Nina Freeman won't ever uninstall from her PC, because it's banned on Steam: 'It's tragic, because everyone should play this game'
Narrative designer Nina Freeman discusses her PC gaming habits, highlighting Devotion as a game she will never uninstall due to its quality and controversial Steam ban. She also shares her most played game, Dota 2, and her appreciation for complex branching narratives in titles like Scarlet Hollow.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 1, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the first week of June 2026 across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the upcoming Switch 2. Titles include the psychological horror game BrokenLore: FOLLOW, the cozy fantasy incremental game Chef Knight, and the sports simulation eFootball Kick-Off!.
Mina the Hollower, a Sims alternative and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up new indie games, highlighting Mina the Hollower and a simulation game that serves as an alternative to The Sims. It provides a brief overview of several notable independent titles.
Gross Mail Tycoon - Free Online Browser Game
Gross Mail Tycoon is a single-player, offline browser game where players manage an underground operation sending disgusting packages to 40 unique NPCs. The game features realistic simulation and management gameplay, with reactions influenced by NPC personalities and package contents, including a hospital and law enforcement system.
Live Chat With Happy Stoner And Steven - Free Online Browser Game
Live Chat With Happy Stoner And Steven is a new HTML5 browser game developed by happystoner5420 Games that features advanced AI NPCs with persistent memory and emotional intelligence. Players can engage in real-time conversations with two distinct characters, Happy Stoner and Steven, who learn and adapt based on player interactions. The game offers a unique simulation experience with mature themes, dark humor, and philosophical discussions, playable entirely offline.
Crashout Crew Lands On Game Pass – Warehouse Work Has Never Been More Dangerous
Crashout Crew is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PC, launching directly into Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Developed and published by Aggro Crab, the game tasks players with managing a chaotic warehouse filled with forklifts, explosives, and falling meteors, emphasizing co-op gameplay for up to four players.
SOEDESCO® launches Truck Driver: The American Dream on Steam
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai have launched Truck Driver: The American Dream on Steam for PC players. The release coincides with a major content update for all platforms, introducing new missions, steering wheel support, a hunger system, and graphical enhancements including hardware and software ray tracing, NVIDIA DLSS 4, and AMD FSR 4.
Insider Gaming Showcase 2026: Every Major Announcement, World Premiere & New Game Revealed | Invision
The Insider Gaming Showcase 2026 revealed 55 new titles across various genres including RPGs, roguelikes, shooters, horror, and strategy games. The showcase featured world premieres, debut trailers, and early gameplay for titles like Hawthorn, ZeroSpace, and Toypunk, highlighting a diverse range of indie and ambitious projects.
Nintendo Download: 28th May (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America features a wide array of new games for the Nintendo Switch eShop. Titles include "Mina The Hollower," "Bluey’s Quest For The Gold Pen," "eFootball Kick-Off!," and "FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH," among many others across various genres. Demos and free trials are also available for select titles.
Play It Before It Melts! 🍨 Ice Cream Simulator Launches June 5
AM Playhouse and PlayWay SA announced that Ice Cream Simulator will launch on June 5 for PC. The game allows players to manage their own ice cream shop, preparing various flavors, hiring staff, and decorating their store. Early Steam keys are available upon request.
Demos and Freebies
A demo for Cemetery Simulator is now available on Steam for PC. The simulation game allows players to manage a cemetery, alone or with friends, starting with basic tools and expanding their operations.
Dystopian banking sim Teller's Duty launches on June 12th!
Hiscory announced that their dystopian banking simulator, Teller's Duty, will launch on June 12th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. The game challenges players to process transactions, detect forgeries, and make moral choices in a 1980s oppressive nation to support their family.
Everything we know about Planet Zoo 2 so far
Frontier has announced Planet Zoo 2, scheduled for release on October 13, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The sequel introduces major new features including aquariums, aviaries with flying animals, and improved animal behavior, expanding on the original game's simulation and management gameplay.
5 Games for Paternity Leave Worth Your Time | TAG
This guide recommends five video games suitable for players on paternity leave, prioritizing one-handed play, interruptible sessions, and low mental load. Games like Balatro, Vampire Survivors, Slay the Spire 2, Hades II, and Stardew Valley are highlighted for their compatibility with the unpredictable nature of caring for a newborn. The article also offers advice on gaming etiquette and mental health during this period.
My Baddie Restaurant codes (May 2026)
This guide provides active codes for the Roblox game My Baddie Restaurant, which players can redeem for in-game bonuses like Star Spins and potions. It also explains how to redeem codes within the game, how to quickly Rebirth, and where to find future code updates, primarily through the game's Discord server.
