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GRILL BURGERS & ESCAPE A FAST FOOD NIGHTMARE IN HAPPY’S HUMBLE BURGATORY, A NEW CO-OP COOKING HORROR GAME COMING TO STEAM JULY 16
tinyBuild and Scythe Studios announced Happy's Humble BURGATORY, a new co-op cooking horror game for up to four players, launching on PC via Steam on July 16. The game combines chaotic cooking mechanics with horror elements, where players must grill burgers and serve customers while avoiding a monstrous mascot. The original Happy's Humble Burger Farm is also available for free on Steam for a limited time to celebrate the announcement.
Retro Arcade Shop Simulator Brings the Neon 80s to PC
A demo for Retro Arcade Shop Simulator, a game where players build and manage their own retro arcade, is now available on PC via Steam. The demo allows players to experience the first four progression levels, including placing six types of attractions and customizing their venue. The full game is slated for a PC release in 2026/2027, with a console release to follow in 2027.
Island Keeper Lets Players Clean Up Polluted Islands
A demo for Island Keeper, a cozy eco-adventure game developed by Scalise Artworks, will be available on PC via Steam starting June 12. Players control an AI robot tasked with cleaning up polluted islands, recycling waste, and rebuilding nature. The full game is slated for release on PC in 2026, with console versions for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 planned for 2027.
K-POP IDOL STORIES: ROAD TO DEBUT TO LAUNCH ON 16 JULY 2026
PQube and Wisageni Studio announced that their K-pop idol management simulation game, K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut, will launch on July 16, 2026. The game will be available physically and digitally on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, and digitally on Xbox Series X|S and PC. A new demo featuring improved graphics and additional languages is now available on Steam and Xbox Series X|S.
Fight for Control of Night City in the ‘Rise of the Families’ Update Available Now for The Boss Gangster: Criminal Empire on PC via Steam Early Access
The free 'Rise of the Families' update is now available for The Boss Gangster: Criminal Empire on PC via Steam Early Access. Developed by BEF Games and published by Tripwire Presents, the update introduces a third-person perspective, expands territory control with new rival families in Night City, and adds features like custom radio support and Steam Achievements.
K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut launches July 16
K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut, a simulation game where players manage a girl group's journey to stardom, will launch on July 16 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Wisageni Studio and published by PQube, the game features schedule management, relationship building, rhythm mini-games, and RPG-style battles.
The big Dino Update for Dwarf Fortress announced for June 25
Bay 12 Games announced a major update for Dwarf Fortress, scheduled for June 25th, which will introduce a wide variety of dinosaurs and extinct creatures from different geological eras. The update includes new content such as baby and "dinomen" versions, the ability to use dinosaurs for war, pets, or food, and five new settings to control their appearance. While a new world is recommended to experience the dinosaurs, existing saves should see the animal people graphical update.
Try Bloody Cleanup Together Free Demo During Steam Next Fest! 🧽
A free playable demo for the cooperative cleanup simulation game Bloody Cleanup Together will be available during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22. The demo allows up to four players to experience the core gameplay of restoring crime scenes by removing evidence and bodies.
Coming on Next Fest - Cozy Offroad Simulator Together Free Demo!
A free playable demo for Cozy Offroad Simulator Together will be available on PC during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22. This cooperative off-road driving experience emphasizes teamwork and overcoming environmental challenges. Players can wishlist the game on Steam and provide feedback on the demo to influence future development.
Take Customs Enforcement Into Your Own Hands in Airport Contraband’s Steam Next Fest Demo
Airport Contraband, a roguelike customs officer simulation game, has released a demo for Steam Next Fest, allowing players to experience life at Caldora Airport. Players must inspect passengers and baggage, confiscate contraband, and navigate demands from a local cartel. The game features a persistent progression system with unlockable bonuses and equipment, and the developer DRAGO entertainment is seeking inclusion in "Best of SNF" roundups.
Work the Loop. Cheat the System. Get Out.
Outfit7's game division, PlayValley, has launched Liminal Logistics on Steam. This satirical warehouse simulation challenges players to not only perform their job but also find a way to escape the system. The game features a routine-based gameplay loop that gradually introduces surreal elements and offers progression through character interactions and loopholes rather than traditional advancement.
Dark Money Announced
Polyvale Studios has announced Dark Money, a simulation game focused on money laundering within organized crime. The game is set to be released on PC via Steam in the first quarter of next year.
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.
