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Black Flower Demo launches on May 7, 2026
Triomatica Games announced that the demo for their strategic roguelike game, Black Flower, will be available on May 7, 2026. The demo will feature core gameplay mechanics including dynamic weather, resource management, and player choice-driven outcomes. It will be available on Steam for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Transport Fever 3 will be published by Paradox Interactive
Urban Games has announced that Transport Fever 3 will be published by Paradox Interactive and is slated for release this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The partnership will allow Urban Games to enhance the game's development with additional support and expertise, while retaining full ownership of the intellectual property and creative direction.
Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 announces Test of Time update
2K has announced a free update for Sid Meier's Civilization 7 titled "Test of Time," launching May 19. This update introduces the ability for players to stick with a single civilization throughout an entire campaign, alongside reworked Victory systems and new Triumphs. The update also includes a new continent map, commerce screen, advisor council, and numerous balance changes.
Big City Life: Where Your Legacy Starts in The Guild – Europa 1410
The Guild - Europa 1410 will allow players to build a legacy and shape the future of four distinct medieval cities: Wroclaw, Nuremberg, Graz, and Kuttenberg. Players can influence the city through business, politics, lawmaking, and construction. A new trailer showcases the game's cities and environments.
Combine the Powers of Zeus and Hades in the New God-Sim Rogue-like Pandora’s Toybox: demo out now!
Indie developer BetaLab and publisher 2P Games have released a Steam demo for their upcoming god-sim rogue-like, Pandora's Toybox. The game challenges players to ascend to godhood as Epimetheus, blending city-building with divine strategy. The demo allows players to experience the core mechanics, including assembling a Divine Council and managing a growing civilization.
Fanatical's Legendary Bundle makes Frostpunk 2, The Alters, and Chernobylite 2 cheaper than ever
Fanatical is offering a "Build Your Own Legendary Bundle" deal, significantly reducing the prices of games like Frostpunk 2, The Alters, and Chernobylite. Individual games can be purchased for as low as $11.50 when buying multiple titles, with other notable games like Killing Floor 3, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, and Remnant 2 also available.
Blue Dynasty – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Blue Dynasty is a medieval ARPG/Strategy game that incorporates Tower Defense and Hack and Slash genres with Roguelike mechanics. Players will upgrade equipment, conquer a dynasty map, and clear dungeons. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Unique deck-builder Moonsigil Atlas arrives May 28 - No energy, no mana, just space
The deck-building roguelite Moonsigil Atlas is set to release on May 28th, featuring a unique gameplay system without energy or mana, focusing instead on spatial placement of cards on a grid. Players can cast as many cards as they fit, with positioning and card upgrades playing a crucial role in combat. The game will launch with over 250 cards, three distinct characters, and a randomized map for replayability, and a refreshed demo is currently available.
All achievements in Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era and how to complete them
This guide details how to complete all 22 achievements in Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era. It provides specific requirements and steps for each achievement, covering campaign progression, recruitment, and unique in-game challenges.
World War: Machines Conquest celebrates their 4th Global Celebration with festive gifts, cosmetics, and Alliance Raids
Joycity is celebrating the 4th Global Celebration for World War: Machines Conquest with in-game gifts, new cosmetics, and the return of Alliance Raids. The event introduces a new 5 Star Legendary Command Tank and Aircraft Boxes, along with special buffs from Firework base effects. The game is available for free-to-play on iOS and Android.
What we've been playing - "Meanwhile, Lara Croft and Breaking Bad's Walter White have just had their first child"
Several individuals share their current gaming experiences, highlighting titles like the visually striking cyberpunk game Replaced, the co-op party game Heave Ho 2, and the MMORPG Old School RuneScape. Other games mentioned include Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Elden Ring, Pokémon Leaf Green, and Deadlock.
20 upcoming video games I’m more interested in than GTA 6 - Reader's Feature
A reader explains their lack of interest in Grand Theft Auto 6, detailing 20 upcoming games they are more excited about. The list includes titles like Forza Horizon 6, Marvel's Wolverine, and Fable, spanning various genres and platforms.
Mini Motorways to Add a New Map based on Player Votes
Dinosaur Polo Club is letting its community decide the next map for Mini Motorways through a player vote. Four fan-suggested cities are up for selection, with the winning map scheduled for a Q3 2026 release. The update will be free across all current platforms, including PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, and Apple Arcade.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Storms Into Early Access With A Return To Strategy Royalty
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has launched in Early Access on PC via the Xbox Store and Steam, with a Day One release on Game Pass. The game focuses on classic turn-based tactical combat, empire management, and hero progression, featuring six distinct factions and over a hundred unique heroes. While currently PC-only, the developers at Unfrozen, published by Hooded Horse, plan to evolve the game with new content and balancing updates.
GAMBONANZA OUT NOW on Steam and Mobile
Gambonanza, a roguelike chess-builder developed by Blukulélé and published by Sidekick Publishing and Stray Fawn, has launched globally on Steam, iOS, and Android. The game features over 150 synergistic gambits, tactical board upgrades, and a dynamic reserve system, all presented in a vibrant pixel art style. It previously saw significant success during Steam Next Fest with over 170,000 demo downloads.
10 Indie Games Launch This Week With Horror Farming and Sci-Fi Mysteries | HappyGamer
This week sees the release of ten new indie games across various genres, including horror farming simulators, sci-fi detective adventures, and time-traveling strategy titles. Destiny 2 also introduces a new community challenge with an additional reward. The article highlights the creative risks and genre-blending common in the indie development scene.
New footage highlights colonization, city growth, logistics, exploration, and era progression
Farom Studio released a new gameplay trailer for their upcoming city-building strategy game, Age After Age. The trailer showcases colonization, city growth, logistics management, exploration, and era progression, highlighting the game's deep management systems and dynamic world simulation. A playable demo is planned for the end of May, with a full release targeted for Q4 2026 on PC and multiple console platforms.
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute launches July 30 for PC worldwide, September 8 for PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch in the west
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute is set to launch on July 30 for PC worldwide. Western releases for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch are scheduled for September 8. The game is a tribute to the Saturn original.
Fool’s Pub Is On Xbox – But Not Everyone Will Walk Away
Fool's Pub, a card and risk strategy game developed and published by NOSTRA GAMES, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC for £5.79. The game focuses on bluffing, luck, and reading opponents, creating a tense and unpredictable experience where players risk everything at the card table.
Demon Lord: Just a Block Released
Demon Lord: Just a Block, a roguelike dungeon crawler from developer YuWave, is now available on Steam for Windows PC. The game features a unique mechanic where the world only moves when the player does, blending action and strategy.