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Valheim 1.0's Steam player count soars to a huge 5-year high, but it's not enough to beat the viral survival game's early access peak
Valheim has experienced a significant surge in player count on Steam following its 1.0 release, reaching its highest numbers in five years. While the current player count is impressive, it has not yet surpassed the game's early access peak. The update introduces a new biome, numerous weapons, and crafting additions, and the game is now also available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S.
Palworld studio calls Valheim "an inspiration to everyone in the genre" as devs of the survival game drop…
Pocketpair, the studio behind Palworld, congratulated Iron Gate Studio on Valheim's 1.0 release, calling the Viking-themed survival game an inspiration to the genre. The article highlights Valheim's success in blending survival mechanics with Norse mythology and its satisfying gameplay loops.
Beloved Survival Game Finally Comes to PS5 Today
The survival game Valheim has officially launched its 1.0 version on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, coinciding with the full PC and Xbox Series X|S rollout. This major update introduces the final biome, The Deep North, along with new weapons, building items, and full cross-platform multiplayer support from day one.
No Man's Sky overhauls space after conquering basically everything else
Hello Games has released the 'Cosmos' update for No Man's Sky, overhauling space exploration with features like orbital bases, space station ownership, and salvageable wrecks. This update coincides with the game's tenth anniversary and aims to make space feel more alive. A new expedition, 'Our Journey Continues!', also launches today, celebrating the game's major updates.
Light No Fire shows signs of life: Hello Games says No Man's Sky Cosmos update uses shared tech, teases…
Hello Games has provided an update on its upcoming survival game Light No Fire, revealing that technology developed for No Man's Sky's Cosmos update will be utilized. Studio boss Sean Murray indicated that features like player alliances and new lighting tech will carry over, with some footage of Light No Fire's world shown.
2,045 days later, Valheim's 1.0 launch proves its scope for epic journeys is still unbeatable
Valheim's 1.0 launch, after five years in Early Access, highlights the game's enduring appeal in the survival genre. The article praises its sense of discovery, poetic atmosphere, and blend of survival and RPG elements, though it notes minor frustrations with the building mechanics. Developer Iron Gate Studios is commended for creating a world with near-endless scope for epic journeys.
Scar Tries – WolfQuest: Anniversary Edition
WolfQuest: Anniversary Edition offers an impressively realistic wolf simulation experience, focusing on pack life, hunting, and territory management within Yellowstone National Park. While the core gameplay loop of hunting and survival can become repetitive and the combat simplistic, the game's dedication to authenticity and educational value, supported by extensive research, makes it a unique and rewarding niche title for those seeking to live as a wolf. The $29.99 price point is considered fair for the content provided.
Valheim – De svenska vikingarna seglar ut på nytt
Valheim, the survival game with a Viking theme developed by Iron Gate Studio, has officially launched version 1.0 after five years in early access. The game, which achieved massive popularity shortly after its 2021 early access release, is praised for its accessible yet deep gameplay, cooperative focus, and inspiration from titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Despite some criticism for slow development, the studio has maintained a passion-driven approach, culminating in the release of the final biome, Deep North.
Valheim 1.0 review
Valheim's 1.0 release marks the completion of the Viking-themed survival game, which has been in early access since 2021. The game offers a procedurally generated open world with a satisfying progression system, deep crafting, and a unique food mechanic that significantly impacts player stats. Despite minor gripes about inventory management and certain biome designs, the reviewer praises Valheim's enduring magic and cozy atmosphere, calling it one of the best survival games available.
GSC Game World says there's a reason it didn't give Stalker 2 more time in the oven: 'To make something better, you need to receive feedback, and this feedback should be fresh'
GSC Game World CEO Ievgen Grygorovych explained that releasing Stalker 2 with some bugs was a strategic decision influenced by the need for fresh player feedback and the high financial cost of extended development. He also cited market conditions like layoffs and studio closures as factors in bringing the game to market.
There won't be a Valheim 2, but there will be more Valheim, Iron Gate says
Iron Gate Studio has confirmed that there will not be a 'Valheim 2,' but the team intends to continue developing content for the original Valheim after its 1.0 release. Directors Robin Eyre and Andreas Tomasson stated that player feedback indicated a desire for more content and progression within the existing game rather than a sequel.
The road to Valheim 1.0: "It's the end of an era, but a start of a new age"
Iron Gate Studio is preparing to launch Valheim 1.0 on September 9, marking the end of its early access period after five years. The update introduces new narrative elements, the final zone 'The Deep North,' and console versions for PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox. Developers Robin Eyre and Andreas Tomasson express pride in the team's journey and the game's evolution.
After 6 years, the survival game Palworld studio Pocketpair "would not exist without" is finally ready to escape Steam Early Access jail – and hopefully, its "Mostly Negative" rating, too
Pocketpair has announced that its six-year-old survival game, Craftopia, will finally leave Steam Early Access and launch its 1.0 version in 2027. The studio, which "would not exist without" Craftopia, also teased an Xbox release for the same year. The game currently holds a "Mostly Negative" rating on Steam, with feedback citing it as unfinished and abandoned.
“Cult” Isn’t A Four-Letter Word In Join Us
Join Us is a doomsday cult simulation game where players lead a run-down basecamp and prepare their followers for the apocalypse. The game offers nuanced choices in how players manage their cult, from combat skills to branding and resource management, with the potential for diverse playstyles ranging from peaceful nature-focused cults to violent alien-worshipping ones. Developed by Wolf Haus Games, it is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X in March 2027.
Brunante Is a Quiet Survival Game about Being Home Before the Last Light After the Sun Goes Down
Brunante is a chill survival game available on the Google Play Store for $4.99, featuring a procedurally generated world with no tutorials or objective markers. Players can build various shelters, farm, hunt, fish, and tame one animal, with four seasons impacting gameplay. The game is entirely in Québec French and offers a free demo.
'It Ended My Old Life' — DayZ Felt Like Dying, Says Creator
Dean Hall, creator of the zombie survival game DayZ and founder of RocketWerkz, expressed a complex and somewhat negative relationship with his most famous creation. He described the experience of DayZ's early development as feeling like 'dying,' indicating a difficult personal connection to the game.
Dune: Awakening's players might be 80% PvE, but devs are considering ways to spice PvP up in the future with…
Funcom's Chief Content Officer, Joel Bylos, revealed that while Dune: Awakening's player base is predominantly PvE-focused (80%), the developers are considering ways to enhance the PvP experience. Bylos acknowledged that the game's initial design attempted to cater to both player types, leading to issues, but future updates may include more structured PvP features like faction vs. faction combat.
The Long Dark ska få nya DLC:n – skiftar folk från uppföljaren
Hinterland Studios has announced that development resources for the upcoming sequel, The Long Dark 2, will be partially reallocated to support the original The Long Dark. This shift includes the creation of new DLC for the first game and a focus on improving its Survival Mode, as the studio navigates an uncertain game industry landscape. The Long Dark 2 is still planned for an early access release in 2027, but with a reduced team.
The 19 most exciting video game releases of September 2026
September 2026 is set to be a massive month for video game releases, with over a dozen highly anticipated titles launching across various platforms. The month features new entries in established franchises like Onimusha and Fire Emblem, alongside promising new IPs such as Crimson Moon and Orbitals. Notable releases include Marvel's Wolverine, Dune: Awakening, and the full console launch of Valheim.
14 years on, the creator of DayZ is still searching for a solution to survival gaming's biggest problem: 'I think I am going to die without having solved it'
Dean Hall, the creator of the influential survival game DayZ, reflects on the genre's persistent problem of endgame boredom. Despite the success of DayZ and his studio RocketWerkz, Hall admits he may never find a solution to this challenge, which he believes requires more than just brute-forcing content. His studio has faced financial struggles with games like Stationeers and Icarus, but is now focusing on community-driven models and a new DayZ/ArmA-style project.
