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Rust 2, alleged free-to-play sequel to one of the biggest survival games of all time, appears in odd Steam teaser suspected to be from developer Facepunch: "You saw nothing"
A Steam listing for 'Rust 2', a rumored free-to-play sequel to the popular survival game Rust, has appeared online, sparking speculation that developer Facepunch Studios is behind the tease. While the listing is unconfirmed and could be a troll campaign, fans are excited by the possibility of a new installment in the franchise.
Don’t Starve Elsewhere announced for PC
Klei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, a new entry in the Don't Starve survival game series. The game is set to launch for PC.
Solarpunk moves from Nintendo Switch to Switch 2, release date and new trailer
The survival game Solarpunk has shifted its release from the Nintendo Switch to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, with a new trailer and a June 8, 2026 release date announced. The game features building, farming, crafting, and exploration with an airship, utilizing renewable energy sources.
Highly anticipated pirate survival game Windrose lands a release date, and it's setting sail very, very soon
The pirate survival game Windrose, developed by Windrose Crew and published by Pocketpair, will launch into Steam early access on April 14th. The game is set in an alternate 18th-century Caribbean and features open-world exploration, ship combat, and Souls-inspired melee. The early access version is expected to offer 50-70 hours of main story content.
Windrose launches in Early Access on April 14
The cooperative pirate survival game Windrose is launching in Early Access for PC via Steam on April 14. The game will offer players a chance to experience its early development stages on the popular digital distribution platform.
Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel Gets Local Co-op and Conan DLC
The Conan DLC is now available for the roguelike survival game Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel on PC and consoles. This new content adds the character Conan to the game, expanding its offerings for players.
Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Castlevania, Dead As Disco, And Every Game Shown
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase featured 40 game announcements, including world premieres and DLC for existing titles. Highlights included new looks at Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Dead as Disco, and Windrose, alongside reveals for games like Final Sentence and Crop. Several titles announced release dates or entered early access, with many coming to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
A brutal, single-player twist on Escape From Tarkov, Road to Vostok has finally launched
Road to Vostok, a single-player FPS inspired by Escape From Tarkov, has launched on Steam in Early Access. Developed by Antti Leinonen, the game features realistic survival mechanics, a day-night cycle, and permadeath in its high-risk zones. The game is expected to remain in Early Access for two to four years, with a launch discount available until April 25.
These 'hunger system' mods for Crimson Desert have gotten my hopes up for a full survival conversion
The author expresses a desire for survival game mechanics in Crimson Desert, inspired by existing hunger mods. They envision features like placeable bedrolls, item degradation, and more immersive world interactions, despite the developer's current lack of mod support.
Xbox Game Pass Adds Hades II, DayZ, Replaced, and More
Microsoft has announced new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in early April, including Hades II, DayZ, Replaced, and Final Fantasy IV. The service will also see the addition of several other titles across various genres, with some games leaving the library on April 15. Specific platforms for each game include PC, Xbox Series X|S, Cloud, Console, and Handheld.
God Save Birmingham's physics impressed me at PAX East
Ocean Drive Studio's medieval zombie survival game God Save Birmingham features impressive physics-based mechanics that enhance gameplay. The game was showcased at PAX East, highlighting its unique approach to survival.
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust in June
11 bit studios announced that its survival game Frostpunk 2 has sold over 11 million copies. A new DLC, Breach of Trust, is coming soon to Windows and macOS versions of the game.
Free Will, Fate & Frost: The Philosophy of The Pale Beyond
The Pale Beyond is a survival game that explores the philosophical concepts of free will and fate through its narrative choices. Players guide the crew of The Temperance, making decisions that impact survival and crew relationships, while also encountering predetermined events that question the extent of player agency.
Rust's Spring Clean update nerfs the shield meta and boosts early game energy
Facepunch Studios has released the 'Spring Clean' update for Rust, which includes a new Water Wheel for early game power generation and nerfs to the dominant shield meta by reducing hitbox sizes. The update also introduces improvements to tech-tree unlocks, a new radial menu for toggling light sources, and changes to fishing mechanics to prevent AFK farming.
Much like the game’s zombies, State of Decay 3 is somehow still alive
State of Decay 3 is still in development at Undead Labs, with alpha playtests scheduled to begin in May. Franchise co-creator Brant Fitzgerald highlighted the importance of community feedback, with playtests featuring four-player co-op, base building, and combat. The game will be available for Xbox and PC upon its eventual release.
A State of Decay 3 playtest is finally happening, after almost two years of radio silence
Undead Labs has announced that a technical alpha playtest for State of Decay 3 is coming soon, marking the first significant update on the game in nearly two years. Players can sign up via the official website by connecting their email and Discord accounts and completing a questionnaire. The developer emphasized that while the initial wave of playtests will be limited, more opportunities will be available throughout the year, and community feedback is crucial to the game's development.
Rust is getting hydro power through water wheels that can also be powered by humans: 'Before you ask, yes, you can…
Facepunch Studios has added water wheels to the survival game Rust, allowing players to generate power from rivers and oceans, similar to previous wind and solar additions. The latest Spring Clean update also includes seasonal Easter content and potential discussions about a Rust movie.
Crimson Desert is now a survival game, thanks to this mod based on an alleged secret "food consequences" system
A new mod for Crimson Desert has restored a secret "food consequences" system, effectively turning the open-world RPG into a survival game. Modders claim to have reconnected existing game files to implement features like temperature food, elemental resistances, and combat buffs, along with potential debuffs from high-potency food. The mod also introduces cooldowns to food consumption, preventing players from spamming items during intense fights.
After five hours with highly anticipated pirate survival game Windrose, I can see why it's one of Steam's most wishlisted games
The highly anticipated pirate survival game Windrose, developed by Windrose Crew and published by Pocketpair Publishing, is generating significant buzz on Steam. The preview highlights its engaging survival mechanics, satisfying third-person combat, and streamlined resource gathering, all set within a procedurally generated archipelago. The game aims to offer a polished and respectful player experience, with a focus on accessible sailing and ship combat that evolves from castaway survival to full-blown piracy.
"It would just be Palworld 2": Pocketpair lead says adding a best-in-class feature from the viral pirate game…
Pocketpair's head of publishing, John Buckley, stated that incorporating Windrose's building system into Palworld would essentially require remaking the game. While Pocketpair is handling Japanese publishing for Windrose, Buckley praised its building mechanics as the best in the survival genre. He also teased that Palworld's upcoming 1.0 release will be the "survival crafting game everyone always wanted."
