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The droids you're looking for are busy polishing X-Wings in PowerWash Simulator 2's Star Wars DLC, due out this summer
PowerWash Simulator 2 is releasing a Star Wars-themed DLC this summer, featuring six scenarios where players can clean iconic vehicles and locations from the original trilogy. Developed by FuturLab, the DLC will include cleaning tasks on X-Wings, Star Destroyer bridges, and the Lars family homestead on Tatooine.
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PowerWash Simulator 2 Star Wars DLC Announced for Summer 2026
FuturLab has announced a Star Wars DLC pack for PowerWash Simulator 2, scheduled for release in Summer 2026 for $9.99. The DLC will feature locations from Star Wars: A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi, including Tatooine and Hoth. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
STAR WARS™ PACK ANNOUNCED FOR POWERWASH SIMULATOR 2
FuturLab and Lucasfilm Games have announced the PowerWash Simulator 2 - Star Wars Pack, a new DLC coming this summer for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The pack allows players to clean iconic locations and vehicles from the original Star Wars trilogy, taking on the role of droid P0-W2.
Mom Life Simulator is OUT NOW on Steam!
Mom Life Simulator is now available on Steam with a 20% launch discount. The game challenges players to manage the daily life of a busy mom, balancing family care, household management, and personal time. Developers also hosted a live gameplay stream on the Steam page.
PowerWash Simulator 2's Next DLC Will Let You Clean Up A Galaxy Far, Far Away
FuturLab has announced that the Star Wars DLC for PowerWash Simulator 2 will be released on July 16, 2026, for Nintendo Switch. The DLC will include iconic Star Wars locations such as the Lars Homestead and an X-wing, along with a new character skin and cleaning tool.
Bobo Bay: Your Island Escape is Almost Here. Preview Coverage + Review Keys Now Open, Steam Deck Verified.
Bobo Bay, a creature-collecting adventure game from NewFutureKids, is set to launch on April 29th, 2026, for PC and has achieved Steam Deck verification. The game features creature raising, evolution, and competitive events within a charming seaside world. Press and content creator keys are now available, with the demo also live on Steam.
Starminer will jump into Early Access in May
CoolAndGoodGames announced that their physics-based logistics and shipbuilding simulation, Starminer, will launch into Early Access on May 27th. The game features Newtonian physics and a heat management system. Early Access will focus on balancing the game's economy, metagame, and expanding the tech tree, with plans for multiplayer and modding tools.
The Walking Trade Gets Drop Dead Docks Update; Roadmap Revealed
Microwave Games and PlayWay SA have released the 'Drop Dead Docks' update for their zombie apocalypse shop simulator, The Walking Trade. This update adds a new location for time-limited contracts and introduces decorative rewards. A roadmap also outlines future content including full controller and Steam Deck support in May/June, rooftop farming in late summer, and a bunker exploration update by the end of 2026.
This week's standout PC game is an astronaut epic from Life is Strange and Vampyr creators Don't Nod, made in partnership with the European Space Agency
This week's PC game releases include the sci-fi astronaut epic Aphelion from Don't Nod, in partnership with the European Space Agency. Other notable launches include the roguelite Deified, the sandbox s&box, the shooter Far Far West, and the strategy RPG Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era. Several games are launching in early access, offering players a chance to experience them before full release.
Paint Your Own Sanctuary, Meditative Ink-Wash Builder Qianli: The Vastscape Scroll Reveals Its Steam Page
2P Games and Betobe Studio have revealed the Steam page for Qianli: The Vastscape Scroll, a meditative building game inspired by Chinese ink-wash painting. Players can craft serene landscapes, encounter personified 'Aspects' of landmarks and poetry, and watch the environment evolve organically. The game is now available on Steam for PC.
How to complete the Fast and Furious challenge in BitLife
This guide provides a walkthrough for completing the 'Fast and Furious' challenge in the mobile game BitLife. The challenge requires players to steal and sell at least five cars, including specific models like a Dodge Charger, Bugatti, Ferrari, and Lamborghini, all without getting caught by the authorities.
Four Cozy Indie Games Launch This Week as Genre Finds Its Footing | HappyGamer
Four indie cozy games are launching within a four-day period across multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5. This concentrated release strategy aims to maximize discovery potential and leverage social media trends, indicating a maturation of the cozy gaming market and a shift towards platform-agnostic releases.
Sushi racing game Wabisabi SushiDerby launches in July
Publisher Kodansha and developer ITAMAE STUDIO announced that their sushi racing game, Wabisabi SushiDerby, will launch on Windows PC via Steam on July 15th. The game features players crafting and training sushi to compete in races, with the ultimate goal of winning the S1 Cup championship.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of May 2026
May 2026 is set to be a busy month for game releases, featuring titles across various genres and platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Notable releases include the musical narrative sim Wax Heads, the action-adventure Forza Horizon 6 set in Japan, and the James Bond origin story 007 First Light. Several games will also be entering early access, offering players a chance to experience ongoing development.
Train Sim World 6 and a bunch of DLCs are 89% off in this new Humble Bundle
A new Humble Bundle offers Train Sim World 6 and seven DLCs at an 89% discount, with larger editions also receiving 50% off. The bundle includes routes like Exeter-to-Plymouth and Paignton Riviera Line, the Flying Scotsman, and a remastered Great Western Express. This sale presents a significant opportunity for new players to enter the train simulation series.
Coming Out in gaming this week — April 27, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the week of April 27, 2026, across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Titles range from cozy adventures like Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth and inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories, to action-packed games such as He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction and Invincible VS. The lineup also includes strategy games like Lunchbreak Tactics, horror with Mourning Tide, and roguelikes like SAROS and Gambonanza.
MEDIX – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
MEDIX is a minimalistic real-time strategy game where players command medical units to save lives during an army's retreat. The game features a hand-drawn, story-driven campaign that tests speed, wits, and endurance, balancing resource management with moral choices. An open beta is currently available for players to experience the medic simulation.
This beautifully colorful new factory building game just released with mod support to 'overwhelmingly positive' reviews
Shapez 2, a factory building simulation game developed by tobspr Games, has officially launched its 1.0 version after 18 months in early access, receiving 'overwhelmingly positive' reviews on Steam. The game features a 3D visual overhaul from its predecessor and includes mod support. It is currently available at a discounted price on PC until May 7.
Masters of Albion reimagines Fable's world in the hands of a god – unfortunately, that god is me
Masters of Albion is a god game that blends city-building and combat, allowing players to manage a village, expand their territory, and defend against supernatural threats. The game features a unique mechanic where players can directly control their deity's hand to interact with the world, from building structures to flinging villagers. Despite its charming ambition and engaging gameplay loops, the early access title suffers from performance issues and a history of unfinished projects from developer 22cans.
