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Eugene Onegin vs. the Undead, an HD-Remaster of 2009's Comedy-Horror Visual Novel Will Be Released on Steam This Fall
Dreamlore Games has announced an HD-remaster of the 2009 comedy-horror visual novel Eugene Onegin vs. the Undead, set for a Fall 2026 release on PC, Mac, and Linux via Steam. This remaster will feature English, Chinese, and Japanese language support for the first time and includes an unlockable version of the first Russian visual novel, Book of the Dead: The Lost Souls.
VTuber Horror Adventure Mitako Tatatari's Cult Village Stream ZP Launches on Nintendo Switch
Lobstudio Inc. announced that the VTuber horror adventure game, Mitako Tatatari's Cult Village Stream ZP, will be released digitally on Nintendo Switch on June 24, 2026. The game puts players in the role of a viewer in a rookie VTuber's livestream, where chat interactions influence a narrative that shifts from comedy to slow-burn ritual horror.
Uta no Prince-sama: Shining Live for Nintendo Switch launches December 17 in Japan
Broccoli announced that Uta no Prince-sama: Shining Live will launch for Nintendo Switch in Japan on December 17 for 8,580 yen. This title adapts the mobile game, which ended service in December 2022, and will feature voice-acted stories, touch controls, and concert support. Additional "Memorial Packs" containing content from the mobile game's later years will be available as paid DLC at launch.
Cupid Parasite for PC launches September 22
The otome visual novel Cupid Parasite will launch for PC via Steam on September 22, with pre-orders opening on July 2. The game previously released on Nintendo Switch in 2020 and 2021. The PC version includes an exclusive trading card pack for pre-orders.
Mythic Love: Iberian Legends Launches June 23 — A Monster Romance Visual Novel Inspired by Spanish Myths and Legends
Platonic Games announced that its debut PC title, Mythic Love: Iberian Legends, will launch on Steam on June 23rd. This monster romance visual novel, inspired by Spanish myths and legends, features five romance routes with over 300,000 words of story content and multiple endings.
Beyond the Grave: How Lover’s Enigma Shakes Up the Visual Novel Genre with Creeping Psychological Horror
Lover's Enigma distinguishes itself in the visual novel genre by immediately immersing players in psychological horror and grief following the protagonist's husband's mysterious death. The game, developed by FallenCranberry and published by Okasan's Recipe, features a branching narrative with multiple endings, exploring themes of trauma and resilience. It is available on PC via Steam and will be discounted during the Steam Summer Sale.
Higurashi When They Cry new TV anime announced
Kadokawa Corporation has announced a new television anime adaptation of the murder mystery visual novel Higurashi When They Cry. This announcement celebrates the 20th anniversary of the original anime series. Studio Deen is handling animation production, with voice actors for the main cast also revealed.
I've been playing Steam Next Fest demos for over 5 years, and here are the 12 demos you shouldn't miss during…
This guide highlights 12 recommended free demos available during Steam Next Fest, covering a variety of genres and styles. The article provides brief descriptions and developer information for each featured game, encouraging players to try them before the event concludes.
What We Played – The Adventures of Elliot, Control Resonant & Cat Quest 3
This week's gaming experiences include The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, Control Resonant, and Cat Quest 3. Other titles played include Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush, Rise of the Tomb Raider, Tour de France 2026, Lost Castle 2, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Witchspire, Destiny 2, Copa City, Bellwright, Crimson Desert, The Necromancer's Tale, 007 First Light, Gothic Remake, God of War HD, Umineko: When They Cry, Touhou: Legacy of Lunatic Kingdom, Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok, Starseekers, and 33 Immortals.
From Indonesian Ghost Stories To Xbox And Play Anywhere – Jurnal Risa: Dark Destiny Is Here
Jurnal Risa: Dark Destiny, a paranormal horror adventure inspired by Indonesian ghost stories, has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC with Play Anywhere support. Developed by Digital Happiness and published by Soft Source Pte Ltd, the game focuses on atmosphere and storytelling as players uncover a dark mystery rooted in folklore.
INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED INTERACTIVE NOVEL “AND ROGER” NOW AVAILABLE FOR NINTENDO SWITCH 2, iOS, AND ANDROID
Kodansha Game Lab has launched the interactive novel "and Roger" on Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android, with a sale ongoing across all platforms. The game, which has garnered over 100,000 players and numerous awards, features a story about a girl whose life changes unexpectedly. The update also adds 20 new subtitled languages.
Dark horrors lurk in 1920s New York. Omen Exitio: Hunger releases on Steam on June 25
2P Games and Tiny Bull Studios announced that their Lovecraftian investigative visual novel, Omen Exitio: Hunger, will be released on PC via Steam on June 25 for $9.99. Set in a 1927 New York, players will take on the role of a journalist investigating the disappearance of Billy Gaffney, with branching narratives and multiple endings.
Needy Girl Overdose Creator Announces Dark Visual Novel Sister Other Paranoia
Serenity Forge and Studio HazeDenki have revealed Sister Other Paranoia, a new dark visual novel featuring psychological horror and surreal storytelling, following the success of Needy Girl Overdose. The game focuses on a student with the ability to see emotional colors, exploring themes of isolation, resentment, and paranoia, with player choices impacting multiple disturbing outcomes. The title will be playable at Anime Expo, with more details expected later.
From Handheld to Console: Discover the World of Kemco on XBOX
This Xbox Wire feature highlights Kemco's strategy of releasing numerous RPG titles across console, PC, and cloud via Xbox Play Anywhere. The company focuses on creative partnerships and consistent releases, offering flexible save options and shorter play sessions suitable for various lifestyles. A publisher spotlight sale is currently live, featuring a wide array of Kemco's diverse game catalog.
Sister Other Paranoia gets new publisher Serenity Forge
Serenity Forge has announced it will publish HazeDenki's dark visual novel, Sister Other Paranoia, for Windows PC via Steam in August 2026. The game, which supports Japanese, English, and Chinese, follows a protagonist who develops mind-reading abilities due to extreme sensitivity to others' emotions, leading to isolation and a codependent relationship with his sister.
and Roger Review
The visual novel 'and Roger' by Tearyhand Studio and published by Kodansha is praised as a triumph of its genre, featuring a compelling story, dynamic audio-visual effects, and interactive gameplay. The review highlights its stunning hand-drawn art direction, exceptional sound design, and emotional narrative, recommending players experience it blind to fully appreciate its impact. The game is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android, with a Switch 2 version also noted.
Serenity Forge Announces Sister Other Paranoia a New Dark Visual Novel from the Creator of NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE
Publisher Serenity Forge and developer Studio HazeDenki announced Sister Other Paranoia, a dark visual novel from the creator of NEEDY GIRL OVERDOSE. The game features a retro horror "denpa" atmosphere and focuses on psychological tension, with player choices impacting relationships and character fates. Creator Nyalra will be present at Anime Expo for panels and autograph sessions.
Sister Other Paranoia to be published by Serenity Forge
Serenity Forge will publish HazeDenki's dark visual novel, Sister Other Paranoia, which is set to launch for PC via Steam in 2026. The game, developed by the team behind NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD, features a protagonist who develops mind-reading abilities and delves into a twisted codependency with his sister. It will support English, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese.
Growing Creator Traction & Upcoming Steam Summer Sale
Lover's Enigma, a dark psychological horror visual novel, is gaining traction with content creators and will be discounted during the upcoming Steam Summer Sale starting June 25th. Publisher Okasan's Recipe and developer FallenCranberry are promoting the sale to welcome new players to the game's unsettling romance and branching narratives.
Steam Week in Review: More than 300 games released on Steam last week, and 120 of them had AI disclosures
Last week saw over 300 games released on Steam, with 120 of them featuring AI disclosures. Several games, including visual novels and FMV titles, heavily utilize AI-generated art, music, and narrative, with some priced at $100 or more. This trend raises concerns about the quality and legitimacy of AI-driven game development and pricing strategies on the platform.
