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Professor Layton’s Comeback Lands on December 10, 2026
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam is set to launch on December 10, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Windows PC. The puzzle adventure game from Level-5 experienced several delays but now has a firm release date, promising the series' biggest collection of puzzles.
Iconic Nintendo Franchise Makes PlayStation 5 Debut This Year, Watch Trailer
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, the latest installment in the beloved Nintendo puzzle-adventure series, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 and PC on December 10, 2026. Developed by Level-5, this marks the franchise's first appearance on a PlayStation console in nearly two decades, with a new trailer showcasing its Steampunk setting and puzzles designed in collaboration with QuizKnock.
Dead Weight, Lovecraftian steampunk tactics, releases TODAY!
Klukva Games has released their Lovecraftian steampunk tactical roguelite, Dead Weight, on Steam today, July 16th, 2026. Inspired by Into The Breach and Final Fantasy Tactics, the game features pixel art, turn-based combat, and four playable sky pirates exploring diverse regions.
Where Winds Meet promises an ‘Eastern steampunk’ aesthetic with July 23’s Hidden Mountain update
The game Where Winds Meet will receive its Hidden Mountain update on July 23rd, introducing an "Eastern steampunk" aesthetic. This update adds a new storyline, mechanical vehicles, a gauntlet weapon, and new mechanized bosses that require environmental puzzle-solving.
Where Winds Meet Encounters "Eastern Steampunk" in Hidden Mountain Expansion Launching July 23
The open-world action RPG Where Winds Meet will launch its Hidden Mountain Expansion on July 23, introducing the "Eastern Steampunk" aesthetic and "Where Winds Meet 2.0" with enhanced visuals, new combat, and mechanical contraptions. Developed by Everstone Studio and published by NetEase Games, the expansion features a multi-dimensional map, new sect, weapons, and bosses, alongside significant audio-visual upgrades including ray tracing.
Sand publisher celebrates 300,000 copies sold: 'We getting a half hour of air conditioning tonight!'
The steampunk-themed desert game Sand: Raiders of Sophie has sold over 300,000 copies since its early access launch. Publisher TinyBuild's CEO Alex Nichiporchik announced the milestone, noting the game's recent success on Steam with over 40,000 concurrent players. An update rolled out on July 2 caused temporary issues but was quickly resolved.
Punk, Bullets and Junk Demo Release on Gala Games Featuring Extraction Mode
Gala Games has released a free demo for its new steampunk action-roguelite game, "Punk, Bullets and Junk," developed by PewPew & BangBang. The demo features a tactical extraction mode and is available on the Gala Games platform, with player feedback intended to shape future development. This release also highlights Gala Games' integration with web3 technology and blockchain.
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The Drifting Crown is a Victorian-era steampunk action-adventure game with roguelike elements available on PC via Steam. The game features inevitable death, increasing monster difficulty, and a noble quest.
Dead Weight gets July 2026 release — MP3s & NPCs
Klukva Games announced that their roguelite adventure game, Dead Weight, will be released on July 16, 2024, for PC via Steam. The game features steampunk aesthetics, turn-based combat, ship exploration, and character progression with a demo currently available.
Dead Weight — Release Date & New Trailer (July 16, 2026)
Klukva Games announced that their debut tactical roguelite, Dead Weight, will launch on Steam on July 16, 2026, for $12.99. The game features a blend of Lovecraftian steampunk atmosphere, pixel-art visuals, and turn-based combat inspired by Into The Breach and Final Fantasy Tactics. Dead Weight is currently among Steam's top-400 most wishlisted upcoming games.
Clockwork Revolution Gets New Gameplay
Xbox Game Studios and inXile Entertainment have revealed new gameplay for their upcoming first-person RPG, Clockwork Revolution, which is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series and PC. The game features time-bending combat and narrative choices within a steampunk metropolis called Avalon, led by developers known for Arcanum.
Time-bending RPG from Fallout veteran has choices that "take a long time to catch up with you"
Clockwork Revolution, the next RPG from inXile Entertainment, will feature impactful time travel mechanics where player choices have long-lasting consequences that can alter characters and the world. Game director Chad Moore detailed how the Chronometer gadget allows players to manipulate time, but also face repercussions from an antagonist who uses similar abilities to maintain power. The game is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Clockwork Revolution Coming in 2027, Now an Xbox Console Exclusive — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Clockwork Revolution, an immersive steampunk RPG, has been announced as an Xbox console exclusive, slated for release in 2027. This announcement comes amidst a mixed messaging from Xbox regarding platform exclusivity, with titles like Fable confirmed for multiplatform release and Halo: Campaign Evolved launching on PlayStation 5 and PC.
XBOX Games Showcase: Clockwork Revolution Gets An Expansive Story And Gameplay Trailer
A new trailer for Clockwork Revolution showcased expansive story and gameplay details for the first-person action RPG. Players control Morgan Vanette, a rogue thief in the steampunk city of Avalon, with choices impacting the narrative and crew. The game features time manipulation abilities like 'Displace' and will be released in 2027 on Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud, and Steam, included with Game Pass.
Steampunk RPG Clockwork Revolution arrives 2027, as an Xbox console exclusive
The steampunk first-person RPG Clockwork Revolution is set to launch in 2027 as an Xbox console exclusive and also on PC. The game, developed by inXile Entertainment, features time-bending powers and a distinct steampunk aesthetic. Newly appointed Xbox CEO Asha Sharma emphasized a return to platform exclusivity with this announcement.
XBOX Games Showcase 2026 Recap: The Return of Exclusives, World Premieres, and Anniversary Hardware
The XBOX Games Showcase 2026 highlighted numerous upcoming titles, including Gears of War: E-Day, Clockwork Revolution, and Senua, with many confirmed as XBOX console exclusives. The event also celebrated XBOX's 25th anniversary with the announcement of limited edition hardware and revealed new trailers and gameplay for games like Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Persona 6.
Clockwork Revolution gets a heist-filled trailer, confirmed as an Xbox exclusive in 2027
Clockwork Revolution, an inXile Entertainment first-person steampunk RPG, has been confirmed as an Xbox console exclusive set for a 2027 release. A new trailer revealed a heist gone wrong that triggers time travel mechanics, allowing players to alter the past and shape the future of the city. This exclusivity aligns with Microsoft's evolving platform strategy.
Clockwork Revolution: Burlesque, Bullets, and Butterfly Effects
inXile Entertainment announced that Clockwork Revolution, a time-bending first-person action RPG set in the steampunk city of Avalon, will launch in 2027. The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, cloud, and included with Game Pass, with Xbox Play Anywhere support for console and PC. Players will customize their character, Morgan Vanette, and use a Chronometer device to travel through time, altering events and reshaping the city in response to their choices.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Summer Showcase: Every Announcement, trailer and Release date
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase 2026 featured over 70 announcements, including world premieres, gameplay reveals, and release dates for titles like ACE COMBAT 8: Wings of Theve, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and EXODUS. The event also highlighted numerous indie titles and provided updates on existing games such as Little Nightmares III: The Backstage and PowerWash Simulator 2. The showcase covered a wide range of genres and platforms, offering a glimpse into upcoming releases for PC and consoles.
They Will Come Unveils New Trailer Today at Future Games Show, Launches Summer 2026 on Steam
Game Pop Studio's debut title, They Will Come, unveiled a new trailer at the Future Games Show and confirmed a Summer 2026 release on Steam. Directed by award-winning Art Director Jeff Troutman, the cinematic steampunk horror adventure features stealth gameplay and a giant robot companion named Talus.
