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Make a Splash This Summer: Bobo Bay Joins the Steam Summer Sale at 18% Off
Bobo Bay is participating in the Steam Summer Sale with an 18% discount from June 25 to July 9. The cozy creature collecting and island building adventure game developed by NewFutureKids has also received new features, including a storage shed and a casual game mode.
Take It Studio Announces Plumbing Simulator - Pipe Up, Fix Up, Cash In
Take It Studio has announced Plumbing Simulator, a new simulation game where players manage their own plumbing business. The game will be available on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series, and PlayStation, featuring tasks like leak detection, pipe replacement, and optional bathroom decoration.
Disc Golf Masters Early Access
Spinoff Games and Bonus Stage Publishing have launched Disc Golf Masters in Early Access on PC via Steam. The game simulates the sport of disc golf, with no launch discount currently available.
Gendo The Gatherer Playtest
UnintentionalLogic has announced Gendo The Gatherer, a side-scrolling platformer set in Japan's Edo period. Players will forage for ingredients to prepare dishes for local inhabitants. The game is currently in playtest.
Japan’s New Viral Hit “Akihabara Gacha Shop Simulator” Is Actually Developed in Istanbul
Istanbul-based indie studio UGC90 has launched its simulation game, Gacha Capsule Shop Simulator - Akihabara, into Early Access on Steam. The game, which allows players to run their own capsule toy shop in Tokyo's Akihabara district, has quickly gained popularity in Japanese VTuber communities, with players opening over 14.6 million gacha capsules in its first two weeks.
Solo-Developed Indie Game P.A.C.K. :: Post Apocalyptic Cleaning Kit Releases Major “Upgrade Update”
Nitrous Butterfly has released a major "Upgrade Update" (Version 0.5) for its solo-developed indie game, P.A.C.K. :: Post Apocalyptic Cleaning Kit. This update introduces a new player progression system, a new map called the "Lost Chapter" Bookstore, and several quality-of-life improvements including a sprint mechanic and UI overhaul. The game is available in Early Access on PC.
Cozy Foraging Adventure Gendo the Gatherer Launches Free Playtest Today
UnintentionalLogic has launched a free playtest for their upcoming PC game, Gendo the Gatherer, a cozy pixel art foraging adventure inspired by the Japanese Edo period. The playtest, available on Steam, allows players to explore the mystical forest, cook dishes, and manage Gendo's teahouse for one week.
Cozy Post Office Sim Cat Mail Co. Is Pawsitively Ready To Ship Out On July 6th!
The cozy post office simulation game Cat Mail Co. is set to launch on Steam for PC on July 6, 2026. Developed by Maracas Studio, the game features a relaxing gameplay loop of sorting and delivering mail, with a magical twist at night and up to 4-player cooperative support. The game has already garnered over 50,000 wishlists following a successful demo and participation in Steam Next Fest.
Clean Start Reveals New Gameplay Trailer and Q4 2026 Release Date
Amplified Games and Serious Sim have announced that their cozy cleaning and organizing game, Clean Start, will launch on Steam in Q4 2026. The game, inspired by stories of migration and memory, follows a young woman named Lena as she cleans homes and uncovers clients' life stories. Clean Start has already garnered over 30,000 wishlists on Steam.
City Transport Simulator 2026 announces Tram DLC: Tatra KT4D
ViewApp and NPLAY Games announced that the Tatra KT4D DLC for City Transport Simulator 2026 will be released on June 30. This expansion adds a classic tram with unique driving mechanics, including pedal control and double traction capability. The DLC will be available for PC and consoles and is included in the Season Pass.
The Fish Corner Launches Into Its Final Playtest — A Cozy Game That Brings Back Old Fish Game Nostalgia
Indie studio Ninetoplay has launched the final playtest for its cozy fish-shop game, The Fish Corner. Players have noted the game's strong resemblance to older browser-based fish games, evoking a sense of nostalgia. This final test phase aims to polish the game with player feedback before its official launch.
Convenience-store narrative ‘inKONBINI’ releases physically
The narrative simulation game inKONBINI, focused on running a Japanese convenience store and interacting with locals, has received a physical release in Japan and Asia for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. A U.S. and European edition is slated for September. The physical release includes the base game, sticker sets, and DLC, with a limited edition offering additional collector's items.
More Game Demos
A singleplayer demo for Gold Mining Simulator 2 is now available on Steam for PC (Windows). The simulation game allows players to operate heavy machinery and excavate gold in Alaska.
Homeless Town Drunk Simulator - Free Online Browser Game
Homeless Town Drunk Simulator is a free-to-play browser-based simulation game developed by HappyStoner5420 Games. Players manage survival stats like cash, drunkenness, health, and police heat while panhandling, drinking, and avoiding arrest in a dark comedy setting. The game features a day/night cycle, multiple explorable locations, and a dynamic NPC system, with no traditional win condition beyond surviving as long as possible.
Fire Bag Bandit - Free Online Browser Game
Fire Bag Bandit is a comedic, top-down, browser-based sandbox arson simulation game created by happystoner5420 Games!. Players control an arsonist using various tools to set fires to objects in a city while evading law enforcement, balancing chaos with a heat meter mechanic. The game features AI-generated graphics, a combo system for scoring, and a visual novel courtroom sequence upon getting caught.
Ramen Simulator Released
Ramen Simulator has been released on Windows PC via Steam. The game allows players to create their own ramen bowls, with options for both standard and creative recipes that involve stacking various ingredients.
Forensic - M.E. Protocol Review | TheXboxHub
Forensic - M.E. Protocol is a niche simulation game that puts players in the role of a forensic officer tasked with solving nine distinct crime scenes. The game focuses on methodical evidence gathering and analysis, offering a realistic glimpse into forensic work without significant handholding. It is available on Xbox and PC.
Thank You For Your Application Released
The simulation game Thank You For Your Application is now available on Steam for Windows and macOS. Developed by IceLemonTea Studio, the game simulates the experience of job interviews.
House Flipper Remastered coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Silver Lining Interactive and Frozen Way have announced that House Flipper Remastered will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 in Q3 2026. This upgraded version of the simulation and renovation game includes overhauled graphics, over 800 new items, new story content, and all previously released DLC. The article also briefly mentions that House Flipper 2 is also planned for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 22, 2026
Several new games are launching this week, including Dark Scrolls, NONEWORLD, and Sand: Raiders of Sophie on June 22nd. Pawsome Resort and Deer & Boy will follow on June 23rd and 24th respectively. Dead or Alive 6: Last Round and Star Fox, a remake of Lylat Wars, are set to release on June 25th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
