Adventure
40 storiesThis tag groups releases by the decisions, discoveries and authored situations that carry them forward rather than by a single camera style. Coverage can address writing, environmental design, puzzles, performance, accessibility, branching choices, version differences and the ways particular games balance player agency with a directed story.
No Man's Sky Marks 10 Years With Less Than 1% of Planets Explored
Hello Games has revealed that, a decade after launch, players have explored under 1% of No Man's Sky's 18 quintillion planets, as the studio celebrates the game's anniversary and teases its next major update
A Game About Penguins Launches on PC in August with Free Prologue
A Game About Penguins, developed by CO's Entertainment and published by Ultimate Games S.A., is set for PC release on 10 August 2026. Players can already try the free prologue, offering a preview of the sandbox co-op experience
Sega Auctions Shadow the Hedgehog Motorcycle for Charity in 2026
Sega is putting Shadow the Hedgehog's custom Dark Rider motorcycle up for auction, with all proceeds supporting the Luca Guintoli Foundation. The unique bike, built for promotional events, will be sold at The Autumn Stafford Sale in October 2026
Big Walk's Co-op Puzzles Redefine Communication in Multiplayer Gaming
Big Walk, developed by House House, challenges players to solve open-world puzzles through proximity voice chat and teamwork, offering a distinctive co-op experience that relies on shared language and creative problem-solving
Studio Reset Reveals The Eventide, a Neon-Noir Supernatural Mystery
BioWare veterans at Studio Reset have announced The Eventide, a supernatural detective game set in a neon-lit Canadian city, promising creative risks and narrative depth rarely seen in AAA development
Upcoming indie games for 2026: release dates, genres and platforms
A diverse line-up of indie games is scheduled for 2026 and beyond, with confirmed release dates, platform details and a wide range of genres from management sims to horror and adventure titles
Advent of Adventure Solo RPG Calendar Nears End of Kickstarter Campaign
Advent of Adventure, a solo journaling RPG presented as an advent calendar, is approaching the final days of its Kickstarter campaign, offering players a narrative-driven experience ahead of the holiday season
The Legend of Khiimori Corruption Update Expands Survival and World Threats
Mindscape and Aesir Interactive have released the Corruption Update for The Legend of Khiimori in Early Access, introducing corrupted lands, new survival mechanics, and the powerful Breton horse breed across Steam and Epic Games Store
Angel Guardian demo launches on Steam with Twitch viewer integration
Corgee Inc. has released a public demo for Angel Guardian during Steam Cyberpunk Fest, offering players a first look at its 90s anime-inspired sci-fi action and optional Twitch integration that lets viewers influence gameplay in real time
Oops! You're the Hero! release date set for Steam and itch.io in September 2026
Artificium Games has announced that Oops! You're the Hero! will launch on Steam and itch.io on 15 September 2026, offering a fantasy action-adventure where a thief is mistaken for a hero and must return a stolen artefact
Dangerous Diver launches on Steam with physics-based arcade gameplay
Shaggy Mane Studios has released Dangerous Diver on Steam, offering a physics-driven arcade challenge with a story mode, five tournament locations and unlockable content for PC players
Egg Hunt 2026: The Grand Eggspress launches 29 July on Roblox
GeekOut K.K. has announced Egg Hunt 2026: The Grand Eggspress, a new 3D adventure RPG for Roblox, reviving the classic Egg Hunt event with modern technology and a global development team ahead of its July 2026 release
Jo & Rubi: A Cozy Expedition announced for Steam with wishlist now open
Nukuna Interactive and Ivy Juice Games have revealed that Jo & Rubi: A Cozy Expedition, previously released on mobile, is coming to Steam for PC. The Steam page is now live, but a release date has not yet been confirmed
Bread & Fred Limited Edition Physical Release Announced for PS5 and Switch
Strictly Limited has revealed a physical edition of Bread & Fred for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, bringing the co-op platformer to collectors and players seeking a boxed release for the first time
The House Dreams Along With Them demo launches on Steam for PC and Steam Deck
Solo developer Jeffrey Nordin has released a playable demo for The House Dreams Along With Them, a dark first-person puzzle adventure now available on Steam for PC and Steam Deck, offering players a first look at its enigmatic dream-based mechanics
Thimbleweed Park 2 Announced for PC, Mac and Linux with 2028 Release Target
Ron Gilbert has officially revealed Thimbleweed Park 2, a sequel to the acclaimed 2017 adventure, now in development for PC, Mac and Linux with a planned launch in early 2028. Key original team members are returning for this self-published project
Goeland: Seagull Adventure Announced for PC Release in Late 2026
Maarti Games has officially revealed Goeland: Seagull Adventure, a sandbox title in development for PC and targeting a Q4 2026 launch. The game invites players to cause chaos or lend a wing as a mischievous seagull in an open world
Finding Polka launches 12 August on Steam with hand-drawn adventure
Parco Games and Lidlocks have announced that Finding Polka, a hand-drawn hide-and-seek adventure inspired by Japanese daily life, will launch on Steam for PC on 12 August 2026, offering a dialogue-free journey with expressive animation
Mazey Village Early Access Release Set for 5 August on Steam
Slappy Inc. has confirmed Mazey Village, a village-restoration adventure with maze exploration and light puzzles, will enter Steam Early Access for PC on 5 August 2026, with a playable demo available ahead of launch
Bibi & Tina - Ready, Set, Ride! brings Summer Cup to consoles and PC
Bibi & Tina - Ready, Set, Ride! has been officially announced for Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and PC, with a new carriage-driving mode and a September release window
BOKURA launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with cross-play and launch discount
Kodansha Ltd. has released BOKURA for Nintendo Switch 2, bringing its co-op puzzle platforming to the new console with cross-platform play and a limited-time 20% discount for early buyers
Garfield - Escape from Monday reveals first gameplay and release date
Microids has published the first gameplay footage for Garfield - Escape from Monday, confirming a 24 September 2026 release on Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, and offering a detailed look at the platforming adventure's opening level
Kill the Shadow detective RPG launches on Steam 5 August 2026
Shadowlight and Phoenix Games have announced Kill the Shadow, an atmospheric detective RPG set in Dark Tide City, will release for PC via Steam on 5 August 2026, featuring crime-scene reconstruction and player-driven narrative choices
BOKURA launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with co-op and dual-world play
Kodansha Ltd. has confirmed that BOKURA, the cooperative puzzle adventure from tokoronyori, will arrive digitally on Nintendo Switch 2 on 29 July 2026, priced at $4.99, with pre-order discounts and GameChat support
Every Legend of Zelda Game on Switch and Switch 2 by 2026
Nintendo has detailed the full line-up of The Legend of Zelda games available on Nintendo Switch, with new entries and upgrades confirmed for Switch 2, plus a major remake and a live-action film adaptation on the horizon
Bobo and the Chest of Nightmares announced for Xbox with 2026 release
Polycast Labs has revealed Bobo and the Chest of Nightmares, a solo-developed dark 3D platformer inspired by early 2000s classics, now available to wishlist on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One ahead of its October 2026 launch
Tukoni: Forest Keepers Launches 17 August on PC with Free Demo
Dream Operator has set 17 August 2026 as the release date for Tukoni: Forest Keepers on Steam and Epic Games Store, with a free demo now available. The hand-drawn adventure is based on Oksana Bula's picture books and features language-free storytelling
Helix: Descent N Ascent launches on PC and Switch with 10% discount
Badass Mongoose has released Helix: Descent N Ascent, a non-violent puzzle-adventure, on Steam and Nintendo Switch. The game focuses on exploration and ability-based puzzles, and is available now with a limited-time launch discount
ESDigital Games reveals Gamescom 2026 line-up with new playable demos
ESDigital Games has announced its Gamescom 2026 showcase, confirming hands-on demos for Go Slimey Go!, REMEDIUM, BattleJuice Alchemist, Sky of Tides and a secret project at the Indie Arena Booth in Cologne
Silver Palace beta launches with detective gameplay and revamped combat
Elementa has opened the limited PC beta for Silver Palace, introducing detective mechanics, a reworked combat system and expanded story content in its open-world RPG. The test is available on Windows and resets all progress at the end
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