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Space Haven finally leaves Early Access after 10 years of development
After ten years of development and six years in Early Access, the spaceship colony sim Space Haven has officially launched its Version 1.0. Developed by the three-person Finnish studio Bugbyte Ltd, the game allows players to build and manage a spaceship while guiding survivors through a procedurally generated galaxy. The full release is now available on PC, with a limited-time launch discount.
Subnautica 2 - Guides Hub
This guide hub for Subnautica 2, developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, offers assistance for players navigating the game's survival and exploration elements. It includes tips on initial gameplay, managing hunger and thirst with alien food, increasing oxygen capacity, and locating essential crafting materials like Lithium. More guides will be added as the game progresses through early access.
How To Replenish And Increase Maximum Oxygen In Subnautica 2
This guide for Subnautica 2 explains how to replenish and increase maximum oxygen levels, which is crucial for survival mode. It details methods such as using oxygen tunics, air bladders, portable oxygen generators, and crafting upgraded air tanks like the Standard Air Tank and High Capacity Air Tank.
Mysticore: Towers & Timber är ett nytt spel från skaparen av Steamworld
Olle Håkansson, the creator of the Steamworld series, has announced his new solo studio Gnista Games and its debut title, Mysticore: Towers & Timber. This strategic survival game, set to release in 2027, involves exploration, base building, and defending against enemy waves. A Steam page for the game is now available.
Monsters, Crafting, Death! MAZEBOUND: Hunt, Gather, Run! Launches Today
Absam Studios has launched MAZEBOUND: Hunt, Gather, Run!, a hardcore survival horror game where players scavenge and extract resources from a procedurally generated maze. Available on PC via Steam for $9.99 with a launch discount, the game features brutal combat, limited inventory management, and craftable upgrades. Players can tackle the challenging maze alone or with friends, piecing together the island's mystery.
After 10 Years of Development, Space Haven Officially Launches into V1.0
After 10 years of development, Bugbyte Ltd has officially launched Space Haven into version 1.0 on PC via Steam. The acclaimed spaceship colony simulation is available for $24.99 with a 40% discount for two weeks. Since its Early Access debut in 2020, the game has sold over 700,000 copies and features deep colony management, emergent storytelling, and spaceship construction.
Digital Vortex Entertainment to Showcase DREADMOOR at BitSummit PUNCH 2026
Digital Vortex Entertainment and Dream Dock will showcase their upcoming dark first-person fishing adventure game, DREADMOOR, at BitSummit PUNCH in Kyoto, Japan, from May 23-24, 2026. Attendees can experience a new build featuring fishing, a day-night cycle, tentacle attacks, a quest journal, plot elements, and new infection and madness mechanics. The game is slated for a Q4 2026 release on PC via Steam.
Subnautica 2 release date and launch times
Subnautica 2 is set to launch into early access on May 14 at 8 am Pacific time, with simultaneous global release. The game will be available for preload on Steam, Epic Games, and Xbox. Krafton recently restructured Unknown Worlds, reinstating the CEO within a year, to provide renewed energy for the title.
POLYZ Zombies Codes (May 2026)
This guide provides a list of active promo codes for POLYZ Zombies, offering players free Gold and Diamonds to enhance their survival against zombie waves. It also explains how to redeem these codes within the Roblox game and where to find future updates. The article notes that codes are case-sensitive and may expire.
The Coin Game Review | TheXboxHub
The Coin Game is an ambitious arcade simulation developed by a single person, featuring numerous ticket machines, open-world exploration, and survival elements. Despite its vast scope and lovingly recreated arcade experiences, the game suffers from significant usability issues, bugs, slow performance, and inadequate onboarding, making it a frustrating experience for most players.
Outbound review - the camper van survival game
Outbound is a mellow survival and crafting game where players drive a camper van through a wilderness, foraging and upgrading their vehicle. Despite well-implemented mechanics and a pleasant environment, the game's lack of narrative, threat, or clear goals ultimately makes the experience feel hollow and dull. It is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Subnautica 2 takes a deep breath before plunging into this Thursday’s early access
Subnautica 2 is set to launch into early access on PC via Steam this Thursday, with pre-loading already available. The sequel to the popular underwater survival series introduces a new alien world, enhanced visuals, and optional four-player co-op with crossplay. The article also touches upon ongoing legal disputes between Krafton and former Unknown Worlds executives regarding the game's development and publisher role.
Demos and Freebies
Goblin Company is a new survival game available on Steam for PC where players take on the role of a goblin miner for WHAAG MINING INC. The game features destructible environments and requires players to manage light sources to survive underground.
Can Ewe Survive the Sheepocalypse? Co-op Action Adventure Flock Off! Coming to Steam in 2026.
Bunkhouse Games and Shoreline Games have announced their co-op action-adventure title, Flock Off!, will launch on PC in 2026. The game challenges 1-4 players to survive a zombie sheep uprising in alternate reality Scotland using unconventional weapons. The developers highlighted the game's chaotic, fun, and unique cooperative gameplay.
Goblin Company launches June 12th | 75,000 wishlists and counting
BitBorne Studio announced that their co-op mining survival game, Goblin Company, will launch on June 12th, 2026, for PC via Steam. The game features destructible environments, rail network building, and has garnered over 75,000 wishlists. Review keys are available upon request.
Palworld Online Trademark By Pocketpair Spotted Online
Pocketpair has filed trademarks for "Palworld Online" in South Korea and the United States, potentially indicating a rebranding for the game's online mode or its upcoming version 1.0 release. Palworld is currently available in Early Access on Xbox Series, Xbox One, and PC, with a PlayStation 5 version scheduled for September 24, 2024, and a mobile version in development.
Prison Life Sim 2026 - Survival Official Announce
The announcement of Prison Life Sim 2026 - Survival details a first-person simulation focused on resource management and navigating inmate politics within a high-security prison. Players must balance mandatory routines with contraband hunting, with systems tracking health, stamina, and inventory to create a high-stakes survival experience.
SUBNAUTICA 2 SURPASSES 5 MILLION STEAM WISHLISTS AHEAD OF EARLY ACCESS LAUNCH
Unknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 has surpassed 5 million wishlists on Steam ahead of its May 14 Early Access launch. The studio's "First Dive Showcase" livestream drew 70,000 peak viewers and highlighted new gameplay systems, vehicles, and base-building features, including enhanced underwater lighting powered by Unreal Engine 5 and an environmental adaptation system. The game will feature optional co-op for up to four players.
Subnautica 2 Surpasses 5M Steam Wishlists
Unknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 has surpassed five million Steam wishlists ahead of its May 14 Early Access launch. The underwater survival adventure will feature Unreal Engine 5 graphics and will offer players a Reaper Leviathan Statue blueprint at launch.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Review
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes is a tense strategy and survival game that challenges players to manage Cylon attacks, political crises, and ethical dilemmas. The game focuses on a constant struggle against overwhelming odds.