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4 Penny Coffins Revealed as Social Deduction Thriller Set in 1888 London
Other Ocean Interactive has announced 4 Penny Coffins, a social investigation game set in 19th-century Whitechapel, blending detective work with horror elements and supporting both multiplayer and solo play
SlotsNStocks Demo Now Playable on Steam Ahead of 2026 Launch
SlotsNStocks, a deckbuilding slot machine roguelike, has released a public demo on Steam. Players can draft symbols, manipulate market odds and test their strategies before the full game arrives in Q4 2026
Cassette Beasts 2002 Release Window Set for March 2027 on All Platforms
Raw Fury has announced Cassette Beasts 2002, the next entry in the creature-collecting RPG series, will launch globally in March 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, alongside updates on other upcoming titles
CAAAHR! Sets 2 November PC Release for Voice-Controlled Co-op Racing
Assemble Entertainment and Mateo Covic have confirmed CAAAHR! will launch for PC via Steam on 2 November 2026, following its reveal at gamescom's Awesome Indies showcase. The game features voice-based acceleration and online or local co-op play
Odd Town Brings Retro Sandbox Mystery to PC in September 2026
Odd Town, a retro-inspired first-person sandbox adventure from The Flying Baguette and HYPERSTRANGE, is set to launch on PC via Steam in September 2026, offering players a compact open-town experience with a focus on mystery and consequence
MR. RECORDS Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 with New Gameplay Trailer
Wired Productions and Glee-Cheese have confirmed MR. RECORDS for Nintendo Switch 2, debuting a new gameplay trailer at the Future Games Show during Gamescom and highlighting its rhythm adventure structure
Aux Court Launches: Multiplayer Music Taste Battles Now Live on Web and Android
GabFreakyPie has released Aux Court, a competitive multiplayer music curation game for web browsers and Android, offering real-time playlist battles and ranked leaderboards for music fans and streamers
Sweetheart Horror Breakup Simulator Announced for PC and Consoles in 2027
Genie Boy Games has revealed Sweetheart, a first-person horror breakup simulator, during Future Games Show Live. The narrative-driven title is set for release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch next year
Cutout Announced by 906 Games and Big Blue Sky Games at gamescom 2026
906 Games and Big Blue Sky Games have revealed Cutout, a side-scrolling action-horror adventure set in a handcrafted fairy tale world, during the Find Your Next Game showcase at gamescom 2026, with a demo available for attendees and a 2027 release planned
GameJamPlus Opens Applications for 2026/27 Local Organisers
GameJamPlus has begun accepting applications from universities, studios and other organisations to host local venues for its 11th edition, an eight-month global game development competition set for 2026/27
MADE IN JAPAN Collection to Showcase 12 Indie Games at PAX West 2026
The MADE IN JAPAN Collection, powered by JETRO, will debut at PAX West 2026 with a curated line-up of Japanese indie games, hands-on demos, and exclusive event merchandise for attendees
Reality Break Ship Types DLC launches 28 August with new campaign and ships
Element Games has confirmed the Ship Types DLC for Reality Break will arrive on Steam on 28 August, introducing new ships, enemy prototypes, ship construction, a fresh campaign and compatibility with existing save files
4 Penny Coffins Playable at gamescom 2026 with Magistrate Mode Demo
Other Ocean Interactive has confirmed that 4 Penny Coffins will be playable at gamescom 2026, offering attendees a first look at its single-player Magistrate Mode and opportunities for community engagement
Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing! launches free on Steam in surprise drop
Dotemu has released Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing! as a free local multiplayer game on Steam, following a surprise announcement at the Pixel Arcadia retro showcase. The title supports up to eight players and features multiple chaotic modes
Ninja JaJaMaru: Yokai Night Parade Announced for Steam, Switch 2 and PS5
Clear River Games and City Connection have revealed Ninja JaJaMaru: Yokai Night Parade, a new hack 'n' slash action RPG inspired by 90s hip-hop and Japanese folklore, coming to Steam, Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5
Well Dweller release date set for September on all major platforms
Top Hat Studios and Kyle Thompson have confirmed Well Dweller will launch on 22 September 2026 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with day-one Xbox Game Pass access and enhanced visuals on Switch 2
Best Early Crops for Stardew Valley: How to Maximise Your Spring Profits
IGN has launched The Long Game, a new series spotlighting early investments in popular titles. The debut entry focuses on Stardew Valley, breaking down which spring crops offer the strongest returns for new players aiming to build wealth efficiently
My Dear Emma Demo at gamescom 2026 Adds Scented Gameplay with ZESTUM
My Dear Emma will be playable at gamescom 2026 with a new sensory twist, as ZESTUM Scentbar technology brings carefully matched scents to selected scenes, offering visitors a multi-sensory demo experience
Ivy Juice to Publish OfMiceAndMechs After Nine-Year Solo Development
Ivy Juice has announced it will publish OfMiceAndMechs, a roguelike base builder developed solo by MarxMustermann over nine years, with a new trailer debuting at the Gaming Up Showcase and Steam wishlist availability for Windows and Linux
My Dear Emma Demo Playable at gamescom 2026 in Cologne
Soulven has confirmed that My Dear Emma, its narrative-driven first-person adventure, will be available to play in demo form at gamescom 2026, with the team present in Hall 10.2 for hands-on sessions and direct discussion
GamingUp Showcase 2026 Unveils Over 35 DACH Region Games
The inaugural GamingUp Showcase highlighted more than 35 upcoming and recent games from Germany, Austria and Switzerland, offering new trailers, gameplay reveals and developer insights across a wide range of genres
Ukiyo Studios Brings Dead As Disco, Rain98 and More to Gamescom 2026
Ukiyo Studios has confirmed its return to gamescom 2026, showcasing a varied selection of indie games including Dead As Disco, Rain98, Dungeon Lurker and ANOMALITH at Hall 10.1, Booth F063, with hands-on demos available
Rewind 99 Leaves Early Access With Expanded Features and PC Launch Date
Gunmetal Games has confirmed Rewind 99 will exit Early Access on 27 August, bringing a major update to its 1999 video store sim on Steam. The 1.0 release includes new areas, improved AI, performance upgrades and a temporary pause on online co-op
Domain Paradox: Growth Announced for Ukrainian Games Festival 2026
Techno Dwarves have officially announced Domain Paradox: Growth, a narrative-driven anomaly-hunting walking simulator, as part of the Ukrainian Games Festival 2026, with a Steam page and teaser now available for players to explore
Feed the Scorchpot launches on Steam with tabletop-inspired roguelike gameplay
Moravian Games and Indieformer have released Feed the Scorchpot on PC via Steam, offering a dice-driven roguelike where players must survive a two-decade pact with a dragon. The game features over 80 recipes, 50 buildings and 20 dice types
StageTime Adds StagePass Subscription With Monthly Rewards and Desktop Streaming
Virtuware has introduced StagePass, a paid monthly subscription for StageTime on Meta Quest, offering in-game currency, exclusive outfits and a consent-based desktop streaming feature while keeping the core platform free
Frog Island Launches on Steam With Creature Collecting and Life Sim Features
DevFrog's Frog Island, a point-and-click life sim focused on frog collecting and island caretaking, is now available on Steam for PC. The game offers a story-driven experience with customisation, farming, and exploration elements
PachiPals Announced for Game Boy Color with October 2026 Release Date
Incube8 Games has revealed PachiPals, a new monster-catching RPG with pinball mechanics for Game Boy Color, launching on 18 October 2026. Physical pre-orders are open, while the digital edition is available immediately
Kittycat Couture Demo Now Playable on Steam with Customisation Features
Kittycat Couture, the sandbox dress-up game from Goblincat, has launched a free demo on Steam, offering players a first look at its feline styling mechanics and customisation options ahead of Anthro Festival 2026
Concrete Burial Release Date Set for 17 September on Steam
Concrete Burial, a first-person horror game from Games From The Abyss and DreadXP, launches 17 September on Steam, challenging players to retrieve four artefacts and confront a mysterious entity in a brutalist crypt
Silver Pines Channels '90s Survival Horror With Modern Indie Style
Wych Elm Games has revealed Silver Pines, a pixel-art survival horror adventure inspired by classics like Silent Hill and Alan Wake, with a demo highlighting its atmospheric visuals, resource scarcity and Lynchian narrative influences
T.W.I.R.L. launches on PC, Mac and Linux with console versions planned
Genie Boy Games has released its debut psychological horror T.W.I.R.L. on PC, Mac and Linux via Steam, with console editions for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch scheduled for later in 2026
Molly the Marble Steam Beta Prioritises Accessibility and Cross-Platform Play
Dapper Duck Software will run a Steam beta for The Magical Quest of Molly the Marble from 21-23 August, focusing on accessibility and cross-platform compatibility across Windows, Linux and Steam Deck. Sign-ups are open but space is limited
VOIDFACE Launches on Steam with Bullet Hell Boss Rush Challenge
VOIDFACE, the debut Steam release from Frog Hat Labs, is now available for PC players. The indie bullet hell shooter features a spellcasting system and boss rush structure, with a launch discount for early buyers
Last Pirates: Die Together Sets Sail on Steam with Co-op Extraction Horror
Last Pirates: Die Together, a new co-op extraction horror comedy from RetroStyle Games and Judatone Studios, is now available on Steam with a launch discount and full online multiplayer support
ORMOD: Directive approaches 325,000 wishlists ahead of Gamescom demo
House 16 Software's open-world survival game ORMOD: Directive nears 325,000 Steam wishlists as the studio prepares to debut a new playable build at Gamescom 2026, offering hands-on access to previously unseen content
Stormforge Demo Arrives on Steam Ahead of PvE Survival Fest
Roboto Games has released the public demo for Stormforge, its upcoming fantasy survival crafting game, on Steam. Players can try out early content and features before the Early Access launch and the Steam PvE Survival Crafting Fest
Monastery: Ora et Labora Early Access Release Set for September 2026
Dragonkin Studios has announced Monastery: Ora et Labora will enter Early Access for PC on Steam and Epic Games Store on 24 September 2026, with a new trailer highlighting its medieval management gameplay and creative building systems
Tides of Annihilation Faces Player Debate After Gwendolyn Model Update
Eclipse Glow Games has responded to player concerns after new gameplay footage for Tides of Annihilation revealed a revised facial model for main character Gwendolyn, prompting discussion about the game's evolving art direction and technical choices
1000xRESIST launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with enhanced visuals 20 August
Award-winning sci-fi thriller 1000xRESIST arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 on 20 August, bringing improved framerate and resolution. Existing Switch owners can upgrade for free, with a launch-week discount on the eShop
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