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Forgo visiting the real thing this summer and build the waterpark of your dreams in Aquapark Tycoon, now out in early access
Aquapark Tycoon, a waterpark simulation and management game, has been released in early access. Developed by Boxelware, the game allows players to build and manage detailed waterparks, including custom slide and pool designs, and offers co-op multiplayer. A demo is also available on Steam.
Shift At Midnight Turns A Routine Night Shift Into A Fight For Game Pass Survival
Shift At Midnight, a co-op horror and simulation game, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Steam, and is available on Day One with Game Pass. The game challenges players to manage a gas station while identifying and surviving against non-human customers. It features investigation mechanics, survival horror elements, and multiplayer with proximity chat.
Farm & Feast Combines Farming and Restaurant Management
Farm & Feast is a new cozy simulation game from developer dummy dino that blends farming with restaurant management, set for release in 2026. Players will grow crops, serve guests in their restaurant, and manage business operations at their own pace. The game is available to wishlist on Steam.
The Conveni is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that The Conveni, a 1997 simulation game about managing a convenience store, will be released on Nintendo Switch via the Console Archives series on July 23. The game, originally developed by Human, will be available digitally for $11.99 and features Japanese-only gameplay. The Console Archives series adds modern features like customizable controls and save states to classic titles.
PRESS: Authorized Disposal – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
PRESS: Authorized Disposal is a trash management simulator where players operate a disposal factory, processing and burning waste under suspicious contracts. Players can purchase upgrades to improve efficiency and increase income. A beta sign-up is currently available.
Firefighting Simulator: Ignite - Motor Vehicle Accident Expansion
astragon Entertainment and weltenbauer have released the Motor Vehicle Accident Expansion for Firefighting Simulator: Ignite. This new content adds fresh challenges to the first responder simulation game, which is available on PC.
A new friendslop game is already Steam's 12th-most wishlisted game a mere week after it was announced
The co-op simulation game Dear Passengers, developed by Flexus, has rapidly become Steam's 12th most wishlisted game just one week after its announcement. The game, which tasks players with managing a chaotic airline, has garnered over 1.5 million wishlists. The developer has also addressed controversies regarding in-game character names and the use of AI in asset creation.
Planet Zoo 2 Reveals Awesome Aquatics Feature Focus with New Aquarium Building Tools | Invision Game Community
Frontier Developments has released a new feature focus video for Planet Zoo 2, detailing the upcoming game's 'Awesome Aquatics' systems. The video showcases new tools for building custom aquarium habitats, including viewing tunnels, filtration systems, and specialist equipment for both saltwater and freshwater species. This expansion adds a new layer of management and creative freedom for players designing their wildlife parks.
This popular simulator game has thousands of positive Steam reviews — and it drops on consoles later this month
Waterpark Simulator, a popular management simulation game with overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam, is launching its 1.0 version on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on July 31, 2026. The console release coincides with a major free update that includes multiplayer, dynamic weather, and a night mode. Developer CayPlay Studio is keeping the price at $12.99 as a thank you to fans.
Best Steam Train Fest 2026 Deals & Games
The Steam Train Fest 2026 sale is live, featuring significant discounts on various train-themed simulation games. Notable deals include up to 80% off titles like Train Sim World 6 and Transport Fever 2. The sale concludes on July 27 at 10am PT.
Manor Lords' next beta update adds what all video games are sorely missing: cow breeding
Manor Lords is receiving a beta update by the end of the month that introduces cow breeding, allowing players to import, milk, and butcher cattle. The update also includes new features like pastures with construction costs, cheesemongers, categorized structures, improved construction site animations, oat cultivation, and a new map called Wide Valley.
Out today, Die or Dive is a promising roguelite scuba sim that basically turns Darkest Dungeon into Ecco the Dolphin
Dive or Die, a 2D roguelite scuba simulation game from Drop Rate Studio and Dear Villagers, is now available. The game challenges players to explore underwater ruins for resources while avoiding mutated creatures and a looming squidgod known as the Rainmaker. Similar to Darkest Dungeon, player characters are fragile and can develop afflictions, with each run having a countdown until a final tsunami.
Firefighting Simulator: Ignite Responds To New Emergencies With Motor Vehicle Accident Expansion
The Motor Vehicle Accident Expansion for Firefighting Simulator: Ignite is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. This DLC introduces new missions, rescue equipment, and vehicle extrication mechanics for serious road traffic incidents. A free Shannondale Update also adds new content to the base game for all players.
The Best Casino-Inspired Xbox Games To Try
This article highlights several casino-inspired games available on Xbox, including The Four Kings Casino and Slots, Poker Club, Prominence Poker, and the Diamond Casino & Resort within Grand Theft Auto V Online. These titles offer various gambling experiences, from social hubs to competitive poker tournaments, all accessible from the comfort of home.
Firefighters Code Red lets you put the wet stuff on the red stuff
Aerosoft and Chronos North have announced Firefighters Code Red, a new firefighting simulation game coming to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features realistic fire and water physics, 30 diverse US-inspired locations, and online co-op with crossplay. Players will utilize authentic equipment and tackle various emergency scenarios.
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Chronocracy is a new civilization-building game available on Steam for PC. Players explore, gather resources, expand their territory, and defend against enemies in a unique flat-world setting, requiring strong time management skills.
PlayStation Store Drops Fun Free PS5 Game With Easy Trophies
A free game titled Buffet Boss is now available on the PlayStation Store for both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Developed by QubicGames S.A., the simulation game allows players to build a restaurant empire and offers an easy Platinum trophy for completion. The game is free to download, with a Complete Edition and dual bundle also available.
Bad Doctor - Free Online Browser Game
Bad Doctor is a free, offline browser-based simulation game where players act as 'Dr. Chaos,' a physician tasked with diagnosing and treating 20 patients with various illnesses. The game features dark humor, realistic medical systems, and consequences for incorrect treatments, challenging players to manage patient care without causing fatalities.
AI Bank Hacker - Free Online Browser Game
AI Bank Hacker is a browser-based simulation game that functions as a dark comedy sandbox hacking simulator. Players command an AI named ARIA, using natural language commands to perform fictional criminal activities such as hacking banks, manipulating the stock market, and launching infrastructure attacks within a Windows 11-inspired desktop environment. The game emphasizes consequence-free chaos and features realistic simulations and photo-realistic UI elements.
Steam's Train Fest sale means all 790 pieces of Train Simulator Classic DLC can be yours for a mere $6,993 instead…
Steam's Train Fest sale features significant discounts on Train Simulator Classic and its extensive downloadable content. The base game is 80% off, and nearly all of its 790 DLC pieces are also on sale, reducing the total cost of all DLC from over $15,000 to approximately $6,933.
