Mahou Arms Review Roundup: Fast-Paced Combat Meets Design Hurdles
A look at the critical reception for Mahou Arms, the character action game from Dischan Media and Sekai Project, following its July 2026 PC release.
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How to Fish: How to Unlock the Everyone's Dream Achievement
Learn how to buy dynamite on Island 2, catch a fish, and kill a seagull to complete the Everyone's Dream achievement in How to Fish on PC.
Double Fine Independent Again, Returns to Kickstarter for Amnesia Fortnight 2026
Double Fine has secured its independence following Xbox restructuring and announced Amnesia Fortnight 2026 on Kickstarter, launching August 31.
Impartial Review Roundup: Gamerlyst's Neo-Victorian Narrative Game
Read the review findings for Impartial, the 2026 narrative game by Gamerlyst set in Neo-Victorian London. Discover what critics say about its gameplay and value.
Servant of the Lake: How To Unlock All Achievements
Learn how to unlock all achievements in Servant of the Lake on PC with this step-by-step guide covering missable puzzles, hidden items, and secret clues.
Fields of Mistria: Complete Achievement Unlock Guide
A practical guide to unlocking every achievement in Fields of Mistria, covering town progression, museum collections, and relationship milestones.
Infinitevania Review Roundup: What Critics Say About JHT Games' Metroidvania
Heavily influenced by Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and Hollow Knight the multi-platform title launched in 2026 offers a compact metroidvania experience centered around escaping a universal hub known as Infinitevania.
Viral Indie Hits That Triggered Waves of Steam Copycats
Explore video games that inspired waves of copycats across Steam, from I'm On Observation Duty to Lethal Company, and the clones that followed them.
Top Budget PC Games Under $20: What to Play in 2026
Looking for the best cheap PC games under $20? We break down the current standout titles, from indie horror hits to cozy simulators, available for your library.
Sintopia Releases First Major Content Update: Imployee Retention
Pirateknight Games and Team17 launch Sintopia's first major content update, Imployee Retention, featuring quality-of-life fixes, new tools, and a 20% discount.
Final Sentence Review Roundup: A Grim Typing Battle Royale
Review roundup for Final Sentence, a grimdark typing battle royale on PC featuring Russian Roulette mechanics and frantic typing gameplay.
Kinny and the Cosmic Cauldron Out Now on PC with Launch Discount
Kinny and the Cosmic Cauldron is out now on PC, bringing a witchy culinary roguelike adventure with a 25% launch discount available through August 10, 2026.
15 New Indie Games Launching on Steam: July 27–August 2, 2026
A breakdown of 15 new indie game releases arriving on Steam between July 27 and August 2, 2026, including titles like Kinny and the Cosmic Cauldron.
Pass the Fear: Everything You Need to Know About the Bullet Hell Roguelite
Pass the Fear is out now on PC. Get the details on launch pricing, co-op, system requirements, and the content included in the full release.
Shift at Midnight: All Achievements and How to Unlock Them
Complete your Shift at Midnight achievement list with this guide covering all 10 tasks, including hidden ending requirements for the PC horror title.
Meccha Chameleon Malware and Discord Hack: What Players Need to Know
Meccha Chameleon players face security risks following malware found in Steam Workshop maps and a hack of the game's official Discord server.
Sticky Business Gets Free QoL Update and New DLC for Third Anniversary
Spellgarden Games celebrates the third anniversary of Sticky Business with a free quality-of-life update featuring sticker editing, undo/redo, and more.
Fields of Mistria 1.0 Update: Save Files, Price, and Release Time
Fields of Mistria launches its 1.0 update on PC on August 5, 2026. Early access saves carry over, achievements work retroactively, and the price stays at £11.79.
Parkasaurus: Dinoluxe Edition Coming to PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2
Washbear Studio and Infogrames bring Parkasaurus: Dinoluxe Edition to PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2 on August 5, 2026, including two major DLC packs.
Hexcells: Why the Logic Puzzle Trilogy Remains a Must-Play in 2026
Developer Matthew Brown's Hexcells trilogy, released between 2013 and 2014, remains a gold standard for logic puzzle design. Here is why it is worth playing today.
Looterkings Servers Closing July 31, 2026
Developer Looterkings and publisher Headup have announced that the multiplayer servers for Looterkings will shut down on July 31, 2026.
Strategy Games That Shaped Modern Gaming More Than Players Realized
Zombies, and Ironclad Tactics that introduced mechanics now standard in modern strategy and deck-building games.
Why Hollow Knight Continues to Define the Metroidvania Genre in 2026
A decade after release, Hollow Knight remains a benchmark for game design. We explore the specific mechanics that keep it ahead of its time.
Forbidden Solitaire: Inside the 'Found Media' Horror Pastiche
Forbidden Solitaire combines card-based gameplay with analogue horror. Learn about the 2026 title from Night Signal Entertainment and Grey Alien Games.
Untitled Goose Game and Stray: Must-Play Indie Animal Simulators
Looking for the best indie games where you play as an animal? We break down the details on Untitled Goose Game, Stray, and other top-rated titles.
ZA/UM Lays Off 32 Developers Following Zero Parades Commercial Failure
ZA/UM, the studio behind Disco Elysium, has cut up to 32 jobs after its latest espionage RPG, Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, failed to meet sales expectations.
The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante Is Free on Steam Until July 23
Developers Sever and Schisma Games are offering The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante for free on Steam until July 23, 2026. Here is how to claim your copy.
And Roger: Why This TearyHand Visual Novel Challenges Gaming Stereotypes
TearyHand’s visual novel And Roger offers a non-linear look at complex health topics, serving as a reminder of the medium's capacity for emotional storytelling.
Indie Developers Face Rising Threat of AI-Generated Game Clones
Indie developers are reporting a flood of AI-generated game clones appearing on digital stores, often mimicking original concepts before the games even launch.
Dear Passengers Facing Backlash Over Alleged Epstein References and AI
Viral friendslop game Dear Passengers is under fire following player discovery of controversial name tags and reports of generative AI use in development.
Shift At Midnight Launches July 22 for PC and Xbox Series X|S
Developer Bun Muen and publisher Kwalee have confirmed the release date for Shift At Midnight, bringing detective horror to PC and Xbox consoles on July 22, 2026.
KAZ Review: A Psychedelic, Addictive Arcade Roguelike
Is KAZ by Kalinarm worth playing in 2026? We review this minimalist, grid-based arcade roguelike to see if it lives up to the hype.
Aerial_Knight Announces Horror-Puzzle Game MrFreezy for PC
Aerial_Knight has revealed Aerial_Knight’s MrFreezy, a new horror-themed puzzle game coming to PC where you play as an axe-wielding serial killer.
Steam Releases July 13–19, 2026: 39 Hidden Gems Arriving This Week
Discover 39 new indie games hitting Steam between July 13 and July 19, 2026. From puzzle adventures to life sims, here is the curated list of hidden gems.
Cat Mail Co. Achievement Guide: How to Unlock Every Trophy
Struggling to earn every achievement in Cat Mail Co.? Here is our complete guide to identifying parcels, unlocking rooms, and hitting 100% completion.
Developer of Paddle Paddle Paddle Says Steam Refunds Are Being Abused
Solo developer Mateo Covic reports 55,000 refunds for Paddle Paddle Paddle, claiming Steam's two-hour policy makes it easy for players to finish and return games.