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Hunting Simulator 3 launches this fall
Hunting Simulator 3 is set to launch this fall for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam. Further details about the game's release are expected soon.
iDigging Blows Up On Xbox – We May Have Reached Peak Digging!
The indie game iDigging, which involves secretly digging in your backyard to find valuables while avoiding detection by neighbors and police, has launched on Xbox Series X|S after its success on PC. Developed by TWEN and published by Dreland Enterprises, the game features a loop of mining, scavenging, and upgrading, with co-op support for up to five players. This release taps into a recent trend of popular digging-themed games.
Two Point Museum Goes Full Gallery Mode With The Brilliantly Bonkers Arty-Facts DLC
The Arty-Facts DLC for Two Point Museum is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC for £9.99, with a Nintendo Switch version coming soon. This expansion introduces a new museum location called Undee Docks, interactive art exhibits, new expert staff types, and an Art Studio room for creating original pieces. The DLC aims to add more artistic chaos and management challenges to the simulation game.
Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator
Ranger's Path: National Park Simulator has received its first free Early Access update, introducing a park rating system, new missions, and a new vehicle. The update enhances gameplay by influencing visitor numbers and unlocking rewards based on player performance in maintaining park clusters and trails. The game is available in Early Access on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Free Play Days – Catan and Deadside
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members can play Catan Console Edition and Deadside for free from May 7 to May 10. Both games are available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, with discounts offered for continued play after the Free Play Days event. Deadside's inclusion features its recent 1.8 update with new content and an overhauled crafting system.
Fishing Hit Scale the Depths Launches May 28th
The indie fishing and simulation game Scale the Depths, developed by Glass Gecko Games and published by Pretty Soon, is set to launch on PC via Steam on May 28, 2026. The game features a loop of catching, scaling, and serving fish to various customers, with progression leading to deeper exploration and upgrades. The full release expands upon the popular demo with new locations, fish, lore, and customization options.
GET CREATIVE WITH TWO POINT MUSEUM: ARTY-FACTS – OUT NOW
Two Point Studios and SEGA Europe have released Arty-Facts, a new DLC for Two Point Museum, which allows players to curate art exhibitions and create original artworks. The launch coincides with a fundraising initiative in collaboration with Mind for Mental Health Awareness Week. The DLC is available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, with a Nintendo Switch release planned.
Build Marvellous Marble Runs with the COZY MARBLES Playtest, Rolling onto Steam Today
The playtest for Cozy Marbles, a physics-based marble run builder developed by Pixel Pea Games and published by Mythwright, is available on Steam until May 18th. The game allows players to create intricate marble courses using various track pieces and features Twitch integration for viewer interaction. Cozy Marbles is set to release on PC later in 2026.
SubwaySim 2 Expands Its Fleet with the Iconic Berlin G1E “Gisela” DLC
Aerosoft and Simuverse Interactive have released the SubwaySim 2 - Berlin Vehicle DLC: Gisela (GI/1E) for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This add-on introduces the iconic East Berlin G1E "Gisela" train, featuring authentic driving mechanics, recreated systems, and new scenarios integrated into the existing game.
Nintendo Download for 7th May, 2026
The latest Nintendo Download update for May 7, 2026, features new releases like Mixtape and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for the Nintendo Switch 2. The update also highlights various games suitable for Mother's Day celebrations, including Nintendo Switch Sports and Overcooked! 2. Several other titles are also available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, with some releasing later in May.
SOEDESCO announces May 29 Steam release for Truck Driver: The American Dream
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai announced that Truck Driver: The American Dream will launch on Steam on May 29, 2026, following its release on PlayStation and Xbox. The PC version will include updates such as new missions, steering wheel support, a hunger system, and hardware ray tracing support, alongside a dedicated Steam Deck profile.
Solo Shift!
SAT-BOX announced Solo Shift!, a frantic action game where players manage a convenience store alone. The game will be released on Nintendo Switch on May 14, 2026, and is available to wishlist on Steam. It features various tasks like operating the cash register, restocking shelves, and cooking, with different store layouts and a 2-player co-op mode.
SOEDESCO® announces May 29 Steam release for Truck Driver: The American Dream
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai announced that Truck Driver: The American Dream will launch on Steam for PC on May 29, 2026. The game, already available on PlayStation and Xbox, will receive simultaneous updates including new missions, steering wheel support, a hunger system, and graphical enhancements like ray tracing and DLSS/FSR support.
Paradox Interactive announced as publisher for Transport Fever 3
Paradox Interactive has been announced as the publisher for Urban Games' upcoming simulation title, Transport Fever 3, set to release later this year. While Paradox will handle publishing duties, Urban Games retains full rights to the series. The game will feature native support for Linux and macOS, along with an extensive modding program.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – May 2026 round-up
This May 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including ports of popular titles like Sea of Stars, Dredge, and Nova Drift. The article also features unique experiences such as Bacon in Zane and Merchant of the Skies, alongside new entries like Jetpack Joyride Racing and Star Overlord, discussing their gameplay, monetization, and overall quality.
Urban Games partners with Paradox Interactive to publish Transport Fever 3
Urban Games has partnered with Paradox Interactive, the company behind titles like Cities: Skylines, Stellaris, and Crusader Kings, to handle publishing duties for its upcoming simulation game, Transport Fever 3.
Transport Fever 3 will be published by Paradox Interactive
Urban Games has announced that Transport Fever 3 will be published by Paradox Interactive and is slated for release this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The partnership will allow Urban Games to enhance the game's development with additional support and expertise, while retaining full ownership of the intellectual property and creative direction.
Run a Café Together… or Sabotage! Cafe Crew Simulator Free Prologue Drops Soon ☕
Woo Game Studio and PlayWay S.A. announced that the free prologue for Cafe Crew Simulator will launch on May 8, 2026, for PC. The prologue allows players to experience the early days of running a cafe, including crafting drinks, managing the space, and introductory sabotage mechanics, with support for solo and multiplayer modes. The full game is planned for release later this year.
Make actual songs with singing garden gnomes in Offbeat, a jobbing composer sim that doubles as an audio production tool
Offbeat, a new game from Whetstone Games, combines a music composition simulator with audio production tools, allowing players to create songs and export them as WAV files. The game aims to provide an accessible entry point to music production, featuring elements like singing garden gnomes and a narrative about a jobbing composer. An early access release is planned for later this year, with a demo available beforehand.
Paradox Interactive übernimmt das Publishing für Transport Fever 3 von Urban Games für 2026
Paradox Interactive will publish Urban Games' upcoming title, Transport Fever 3, set for release in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game challenges players to build and manage vast transport empires across four distinct climate zones, featuring over 250 vehicles and a dynamically evolving world.
