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What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of the RPS team shared their weekend gaming plans, including trying out the demo for the turn-based ship-salvaging game Ablahshikar, revisiting The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and experimenting with a Titanfall 2 VR mod. Others are planning to play Dorfromantik and an upcoming exploration game.
ShoreTiles Launches Too Late for Next Fest Demo
The demo for ShoreTiles, a tile-placement island builder developed by VOXEL Studios and published by Noovola Publishing, is now available on Steam until July 9th. The full game is scheduled for a Q3 2026 launch. The demo allows players to experience the core gameplay loop of building and defending their island settlement against sea creatures.
Moonsigil Atlas, the Deckbuilder Born from a Winning Game Jam Prototype, Launches May 28
Moonsigil Atlas, a deckbuilder developed by Snake Tower Games and published by Twin Sails Interactive, will launch on Steam on May 28, 2026. The game features a unique resource system where space on the board is the primary mechanic, combining deckbuilding with tile placement. An updated demo and new gameplay trailer are available now.
Tile-placement strategy game ShoreTiles announced — MP3s & NPCs
VOXEL Studios and Noovola Publishing have announced ShoreTiles, a new tile-placement strategy game coming to PC later this year. The game features a procedurally generated world where players build and defend their island from creatures emerging from the sea at night. Decisions are permanent, adding a layer of pressure to the strategic island expansion.
Want the perfect summer board game? This might be it
Sanibel is a tranquil board game that combines beachcombing with patient restraint and pattern placement. Designed by Elizabeth Hargrave, it offers simple strategies for casual gamers while providing depth for strategists, with gameplay lasting around 45 minutes for 2-4 players. The game features Tokaido-style movement and Tetris-like tile placement, challenging players to collect and bank shell arrangements for personal goals.
