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Terraforming survival game The Planet Crafter gets a beefy 2.0 update and a 50% discount: 'We wanted to take some…
The Planet Crafter, a terraforming survival game developed by Miju Games, has received a significant 2.0 update. This update includes visual enhancements, new craftable items, a jetpack for the rover, and dynamic evolution of terraformed moons. To celebrate, the game is available at a 50% discount on Steam until April 20.
Tribal survival game Soulmask leaves early access with a new Egypt-themed DLC that's free for the next month
The tribal survival game Soulmask has exited early access with a major update and a new Egypt-themed DLC called Shifting Sands. The DLC is free for all base game owners for the first month after launch. The 1.0 version introduces three distinct game modes: survival, tribe, and warrior, alongside new tribe development mechanics and an improved onboarding system.
Betawatch: EverQuest Legends sets beta, Lord of Mysteries sets expectations
Several MMORPGs are entering or continuing beta testing phases, including EverQuest Legends which begins a strictly NDA-based closed beta on April 24th. Lord of Mysteries, an adaptation of Chinese novels, and Crystalfall, an 'Exile-like' MMOARPG, are also highlighted. Windrose, a pirate survival game, is set to enter early access on April 14th.
Co-Op Pirate Survival Game Windrose Swings Into Early Access Next Week | Console Creatures
The co-op pirate survival game Windrose, formerly known as Crosswinds, will launch into Early Access on PC on April 14 for $42 CDN. Developed by Windrose Crew, the game features procedurally generated seas, PvE and PvP content, and activities like farming and crafting. Over 1.5 million players have wishlisted the game, with its demo attracting over 850,000 participants during Steam Next Fest.
Final Fantasy? GTA? Nope, It's Pokemon Bugging Out on S... | TAG
Several gaming news items are covered, including a bug in Pokemon Champions on the Nintendo Switch that requires undocking the system for proper resolution, the anime movie ChaO's unique take on The Little Mermaid, and Framework's concerns about the future of personal computing. Other topics include Marathon's high development budget, the possibility of Link speaking in the Legend of Zelda movie, and discussions around Grand Theft Auto 6's potential delay and pricing. Additionally, Amazon is ending support for older Kindles, a guide for Pokemon Champions' Pokédex is available, and reviews for the Epomaker HE68 Lite keyboard and Final Fantasy 14's upcoming expansion hints are discussed. Finally, Rhythm Heaven Groove has a confirmed summer release date, and Rust 2 is confirmed to not be in development.
Soulmask Released
The mask-based survival game Soulmask has officially launched out of Early Access for PC and consoles. The Windows version is available on the Epic Games Store and Steam, featuring a 10% launch discount.
Massive survival game Soulmask hits 1.0, and you can grab its Ancient Egypt expansion for free if you're fast
The survival game Soulmask has officially launched its 1.0 version after 21 months in Early Access, featuring over 1,800 improvements. Alongside the full release, Campfire Studio has launched the Shifting Sands DLC, inspired by Ancient Egypt, which is being offered for free to all players who purchase the base game within the first month. The update also introduces new playstyles, an overhauled onboarding experience, and an upgraded tribe management system.
No Man's Sky Xeno Arena update feels like "a really great and simplified Pokemon clone," fans say, and is basically "a whole new game" to play within the survival gem
The recent Xeno Arena update for No Man's Sky has been met with positive reception from players, who describe the new creature-battling system as a simplified Pokemon clone and a significant addition to the game. This update encourages exploration for new fauna and provides a new purpose for companions, making it feel like a substantial new experience within the existing survival framework.
Dune: Awakening is ditching PvP as a mandatory endgame experience, as over 80% of lifetime players didn't engage with it at all
Funcom is removing mandatory Player versus Player (PvP) zones from Dune: Awakening's endgame, with over 80% of lifetime players not engaging with the feature. An alternative instance of the Deep Desert map will be available with PvP disabled, while a separate instance will retain PvP with increased resource rewards. Private server hosting is also coming soon, offering customizable options.
Solarpunk has got a release date, coming June 8th
Cyberwave has announced that its survival and building game, Solarpunk, will be released on June 8th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The developer shared that the game's development was a passion project for the small team, facing delays but ultimately leading to a meaningful launch. Solarpunk features players building and automating environments on floating islands using renewable energy sources.
Survival Game Soulmask Launches 1.0 Today, Bringing Major Improvements and Free Egyptian DLC Shifting Sands for One Month
Qooland Games has officially launched Soulmask 1.0 on Steam and the Epic Games Store, exiting early access with significant improvements and new features. Alongside the 1.0 release, the free Egyptian-themed DLC, Shifting Sands, is available for one month as a thank-you to early players. The DLC doubles the game's world size with a new map and introduces unique pyramid airship bases with aerial combat.
Rust 2? "Nope," Dev Says After Weird Steam Page Goes Up
Facepunch Studios has denied any involvement with a "Rust 2" Steam page that recently appeared, with studio head Garry Newman stating they are not making a sequel. The page has been flagged as suspicious by SteamDB, and another Facepunch developer confirmed it is fake. Newman previously commented on a potential "Rust 2" not using the Unity engine, and the studio also recently made headlines regarding the potential purchase of New World.
Another Don't Starve game is on the way
Klei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, a new entry in the survival series that introduces three-dimensional terrain for the first time. The game will build upon mechanics and features from previous titles and DLC, including multiplayer support and dynamic weather. While no release date has been announced, it is expected to launch in early access on PC.
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.
