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Cyber Paranoia Is a Medicalcore Romance Otome with Morally Questionable Relationship Choices, Demo Out Now
The indie visual novel Cyber Paranoia, featuring a sci-fi psychological thriller narrative with morally questionable romance choices, has released a demo on Steam. Players experience a dark story within a psychiatric institution, interacting with a humanoid android therapist and making choices that shape his personality and the multiple story paths.
Visual novel Pitstop in Purgatory out on Nintendo Switch this week
Ratalaika Games and Tymedust Games announced that the visual novel Pitstop in Purgatory will be released on Nintendo Switch this week for $4.99. The game features point-and-click adventure gameplay where players solve the mystery of the heroine Astrid's death through a narrative with choices and partial voice acting.
Steins;Gate Re:Boot Bonus Will Include Retro PC Version
Mages will include the retro PC version of Steins;Gate, titled Steins;Gate: Hen’i Kuukan no Octet, as a physical first-print edition bonus for Steins;Gate Re:Boot in Japan. This bonus will not be confirmed for the Western release, which will feature a SteelBook edition. Steins;Gate Re:Boot is set for release on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in Japan on August 20, 2026, with a worldwide English release on Xbox Series X|S and PC on October 29, 2026.
These are our eight favorite games from the PC Gaming Show
The PC Gaming Show highlighted a diverse range of upcoming PC titles, with several games standing out to the PCGamesN team. Notable mentions include the PS1-aesthetic mystery fishing game About Fishing, the Studio Ghibli-inspired adventure Into the Wind, and the turn-based deckbuilder 2 Fights in 2 Tight Spaces.
New Story Route Trailer for STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT
Spike Chunsoft has released a new trailer for STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT, highlighting an exclusive story route for the remake where Rintaro Okabe never invents the time machine. The game is available for pre-order, with a Steelbook Edition offered for Nintendo consoles and PlayStation 5. STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT launches on August 20th for Xbox Series X|S and Steam, followed by Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 on October 29th.
STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT introduces additional ‘Gamma Worldline’ route
MAGES. and Spike Chunsoft have revealed a new trailer for STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT, showcasing the "Gamma Worldline" route. This new story path introduces a world where the time machine was never completed and D-Mails do not exist, presenting a darker narrative for protagonist Rintaro Okabe. The game is set to release on August 20 in Japan for PC and Xbox Series, with other platforms like PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 4 launching later in October.
Steins;Gate Re:Boot introduces new “Gamma Worldline” story
Spike Chunsoft has released a new trailer for Steins;Gate Re:Boot, showcasing its original "Gamma Worldline" story content not present in the 2009 release. This new route explores a world where the time machine was never completed and Rintaro Okabe faces despair alongside Moeka Kiryu. Steins;Gate Re:Boot is scheduled for release on Nintendo Switch on October 29, 2026.
12 Endings, One Birthday Party. Emotional Visual Novel Come to my Party! Debuts First Playable Demo!
The visual novel Come to my Party!, developed by SIMSANG YOON and published by LINE Games, has released its first playable demo on Steam. The game, which features 12 possible endings and is set in late 90s South Korea, allows players to experience the life of 10-year-old Jimin as she navigates school and family dynamics. The demo is fully localized in English and includes mini-games and relationship-building mechanics.
Halfway - Free Online Browser Game
Halfway is a free online visual novel browser game that requires no downloads. It is presented as a final project for PS3320's Gallary Walk and is ideal for players who enjoy the visual novel gameplay genre.
Come to my Party! Debuts First Demo, Bringing a Heartfelt 90s Korean Childhood Story to Steam
The narrative-driven visual novel Come to my Party!, developed by solo developer Simsang Yoon and published by Line Games, has released its first demo on Steam. The game explores a heartfelt story of a 10-year-old girl in late-1990s South Korea, featuring branching choices leading to 12 different endings. The demo offers players a glimpse into the game's themes of childhood, family pressure, and friendship, with a full release date yet to be announced.
Izanagi Games’ Akiba Lost Demo Lets You Play Part of 1 Day
Izanagi Games has released a demo for their upcoming title, Akiba Lost, allowing players to experience one in-game day. The game, which takes place over a short period and features multiple character perspectives, is set to release on September 17, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PC. The demo is currently available on PC via Steam.
Puppergeist Launches July 16, Bringing Rhythm Visual Novel Adventure to Switch, Xbox, and PC
Serenity Forge announced that Puppergeist, a rhythm visual novel adventure, will launch on July 16, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC. The game follows a young witch named Claire on a journey through the Doggie Underworld to find her lost dog, featuring rhythm-based storytelling and music from various guest creators.
Anemoi Leak Caused by VisualArts Server Breach
VisualArts announced a data breach of its cloud storage, which led to the leak of the visual novel Anemoi and potentially thousands of personal data entries. The company discovered the leak on April 19, 2026, after unauthorized access to its cloud storage via an intracompany portal. VisualArts has temporarily taken down its VA Store website and reported the incident to the Japanese government.
Nintendo Download: 4th June (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a variety of new games to the Nintendo Switch eShop. Highlights include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and eFootball Kick-Off!, with numerous other titles across different genres also launching this week. The update also features enhanced editions of existing games and various bundles.
Predict the Future: Finnish Indie Debut 'Fortune Fragments' Brings Hex-Based Divination Game to Steam on June 24
Finnish indie studio Runoi Games announced its debut title, Fortune Fragments, will launch on Steam for PC on June 24, 2026. This fantasy puzzle-RPG features a unique rune-building system where players act as a foreteller, solving puzzles to uncover secrets and shape the destinies of city inhabitants. A playable demo will be available during Steam Next Fest.
Review: Schrodinger’s Call Plays on Emotions
Schrodinger's Call is an atmospheric visual novel from Acrobatic Chirimenjako that focuses on emotional storytelling and unusual art direction. Players guide Mary, an amnesiac who takes calls from people at the end of the world, helping them find closure while uncovering her own past. The game is available on Nintendo Switch and PC, with a demo on Steam.
Review: Decollate Decoration (Nintendo Switch)
Decollate Decoration is a short horror visual novel with point-and-click gameplay on the Nintendo Switch, featuring a cute but creepy 2D pixel art style. Players guide a ghost girl trying to take her beloved with her to the afterlife within 49 in-game days, with choices leading to six different endings. While lacking gore or jump scares, the game builds an unsettling atmosphere through its narrative and character design.
Schrodinger’s Call launch trailer – heartfelt narrative adventure hits Nintendo Switch
Schrödinger's Call, a narrative adventure game developed by Acrobatic Chirimenjako and published by Shueisha Games, has launched on Nintendo Switch. The game is an emotional visual novel exploring themes of grief and connection, set in the final moments before Earth's destruction. Players guide Mary, who has lost her memory, as she listens to the final calls of strangers.
There's one game Don't Nod narrative designer Nina Freeman won't ever uninstall from her PC, because it's banned on Steam: 'It's tragic, because everyone should play this game'
Narrative designer Nina Freeman discusses her PC gaming habits, highlighting Devotion as a game she will never uninstall due to its quality and controversial Steam ban. She also shares her most played game, Dota 2, and her appreciation for complex branching narratives in titles like Scarlet Hollow.
Spike Chunsoft Announces Anime Expo 2026 Panel With Danganronpa Creators
Spike Chunsoft announced a panel for Anime Expo 2026 featuring Danganronpa creators Shohei Sakakibara and Kazutaka Kodaka, along with English voice cast members. The panel will celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Danganronpa series and also feature a look at the upcoming remake, Steins;Gate Re:Boot.
