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Fight Fire with Flair: Social Deduction Game OCTOPinbs Gets Fresh Gear, Skins, Emotes in New DLC
The social deduction game OCTOPinbs has received a free DLC update called COSTUME2, adding new skins, emotes, and gear for PC players on Steam. Developed by tri-Ace and Lasengle Inc., and published by Aniplex, the game challenges players to extinguish fires while identifying saboteurs among them.
The Best Online Multiplayer Games to Play With Friends in 2026 | Invision Game Community
This guide highlights the best online multiplayer games available in 2026, catering to various playstyles including cooperative, competitive, and party experiences. Titles like Deep Rock Galactic, Helldivers 2, Rocket League, Valorant, Counter-Strike 2, Jackbox Party Pack, Among Us, Minecraft, and Elden Ring are recommended for groups seeking engaging gameplay and social interaction.
New Dreadquarters Kickstarter Campaign Unleashes Your Inner Evil Villain
Headlock Games has launched a Kickstarter campaign for their new board game, Dreadquarters, where players take on the role of villains defending their fortress from heroes. The game features cooperative play with individual villainous archetypes, each with unique win conditions and playstyles. The campaign has already surpassed its funding goal, with products expected to ship in September 2027.
Sly Firefighting Social Deduction Game “OCTOPinbs” Launches on PC today
The social deduction game OCTOPinbs, developed by tri-Ace, Lasengle, Inc., and published by Aniplex, has launched on PC via Steam. The game features a firefighting theme where players must identify hidden Squid Artists among Octopus firefighters. A launch discount is available for two weeks, and DLC costume packs are also released.
Social deduction roguelike Dupery announced for PC — MP3s & NPCs
Yogscast Games and Gilded Rune Games have announced Dupery, a single-player social deduction roguelike for PC. Players will explore procedurally generated cases, gather clues, and identify hidden roles within a criminal syndicate. A demo is currently available on Steam.
More And More Games Are Asking A Question Even Philosophers Haven't Been Able To Answer
Several upcoming and viral games like Prove You're Human, Shift at Midnight, and Among Us are exploring themes of artificial intelligence and what it means to be human. These titles reflect a growing societal anxiety around AI's capabilities and its potential to blur the lines between authentic and artificial.
Aniplex tri-Ace and Lasengle Announce OCTOPinbs for May 11, 2026 Release
Aniplex, tri-Ace, and Lasengle have announced that their firefighting-themed social deduction game OCTOPinbs will launch for PC via Steam on May 11, 2026, priced at $9.99. The game supports three to ten players, tasking them with putting out fires while identifying hidden impostors known as Squid Artists.
Forest of Deceit Announced
Ghost Camp has announced Forest of Deceit, a social deduction party game designed for 4-8 players. The game is set to launch on Windows PC via Steam in the third quarter of this year. An announcement trailer has been released showcasing gameplay.
Betray your friends in Forest of Deceit, from the creator of THE CORRIDOR
Ghost Camp and Thomas Mackinnon announced Forest of Deceit, a social deduction party game for 4-8 players, is coming to Steam in early Q3 2026. Players must gather resources to build a shelter against a storm, while some players secretly act as traitors trying to sabotage the group's efforts. The game supports local and online multiplayer, with players using their phones or other devices as controllers.
Firefighting Social Deduction Game “OCTOPinbs” Douses Emergencies on PC May 11
The firefighting social deduction game OCTOPinbs will launch on PC via Steam on May 11, 2026. Developed by tri-Ace, Lasengle, and Aniplex, the game features team-based firefighting with hidden Squid Artists aiming to sabotage efforts. Renowned voice actor Shigeru Chiba narrates the release date announcement trailer.
OCTOPinbs: Octopus Firefighters Face Off Against Squid Arsonists May 11
OCTOPinbs, a social deduction game developed by tri-Ace and Aniplex, is set to launch on May 11 for PC with a price of $9.99. Players take on the roles of octopus firefighters battling blazes, but hidden among them is a squid arsonist aiming to sabotage their efforts. The game features a unique transformation mechanic where the arsonist gains new powers after being exposed, shifting the game from cooperative firefighting to a PvP survival scenario.
OCTOPinbs launches May 11
The multiplayer social deduction game OCTOPinbs, featuring a firefighters-versus-arsonists theme, is set to launch on May 11 for PC via Steam. The game focuses on cooperative and competitive gameplay.
Demon Bluff Is an Upcoming Single-Player Social Deduction Game where the Cards Lie
Demon Bluff is an upcoming single-player social deduction and roguelike game from developer UmiArt, set to be published by offbrand games and supported by streamer Northernlion. The game features a deckbuilding mode and over 100 unique character cards, with a playtest currently available on Steam.
Among us hits over 1 billion downloads on the Google Play Store: 'I'm gonna barf in a vent, this is so…
Among Us has surpassed one billion downloads on the Google Play Store, a milestone announced by developer Innersloth. The social deduction game, which saw a massive surge in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, continues to maintain a significant reach years after its initial release. This download count exceeds that of many other popular titles, including Minecraft, Stardew Valley, and Terraria.
North Hunt is Now Live in Early Access
NewGen Studio has launched its multiplayer social deduction game, North Hunt, into Early Access on Steam for PC. The game expands on the deception-driven gameplay of West Hunt, featuring a Viking village setting where players must blend in as NPCs or act as Chiefs to identify them. North Hunt supports various team sizes and custom game modes, with the developers planning to continue its development based on community feedback.
Northernlion and offbrand games to publish social deduction roguelike Demon Bluff
Offbrand games and streamer Northernlion are partnering to publish the social deduction roguelike Demon Bluff, set for release in 2026. Northernlion will directly fund development, provide feedback, and create marketing content. The game is currently in a Steam playtest and has garnered significant wishlists and player engagement.
Avalon Hill Announces Three New Board Games Coming to Gen Con, Bringing Revolution and Reviving Gothic Horror
Avalon Hill announced three new board games set to launch around Gen Con 2026. These include Guillotine, a 20-minute party game about revolution, Talisman Sagas: Crown of Blood, an expansion for Talisman incorporating gothic horror elements from Bram Stoker's Dracula, and a new Fifth Edition of Fury of Dracula featuring social deduction gameplay.
COME FOR THE WEEKEND, STAY FOREVER – KILLER INN FREE WEEKEND NOW LIVE
SQUARE ENIX announced that KILLER INN is hosting a Free Weekend from April 9 to April 13, allowing players to try the asymmetrical team shooter for free. The game is also 20% off on Steam until April 20, with progress carrying over. Additionally, players logging in before April 15 will receive a FINAL FANTASY PIXEL REMASTER banner and in-game tickets.
North Hunt Launches April 16 | A New Era of Social Deduction Begins
NewGen Studio announced that its social deduction game, North Hunt, will launch in Early Access on PC via Steam on April 16, 2026. The game builds upon the studio's previous title, West Hunt, offering a more strategic and immersive multiplayer experience set in a Viking village. North Hunt will feature flexible match sizes, including 1v1 duels and 4v4 team matches, with ongoing community feedback shaping its development.
Solo Dev HiddenBull Conquers Steam with PALS: A One-Person Gaming Odyssey
Solo developer HiddenBull has released their game PALS on Steam, featuring improvements to murder mystery and secret hunter modes, added vehicles, and enhanced physics and networking systems. The game is highlighted as an example of successful indie development, drawing parallels to other notable solo creators.
