HYPERDROP Demo Released: Neon-Soaked Pachinko Roguelite Arrives on PC
Developer Dark Dark Goose and publisher Devolver Digital have released a playable demo for HYPERDROP, an arcade-style pachinko roguelite coming in 2027.
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Slots & Daggers Launches on iOS and Android
Slots & Daggers is out now on iOS and Android. Discover how developer Friedemann's dark fantasy roguelike blends slot-machine mechanics with tactical battles.
Star Trek: Elite Force 2 Story Was Rewritten Following 9/11
Activision's 2003 shooter Star Trek: Elite Force 2 required a narrative rewrite due to the September 11 attacks, according to a developer who worked on it.
The Sinking City 2 PS5 Review: Frogwares Pivots to Survival Horror
Review findings for The Sinking City 2 on PS5 show how developer Frogwares traded its investigation focus for a linear Resident Evil-style survival horror game.
Cancelled Star Wars Action RPG 'Magellan' Surfaces Online
Gameplay footage of a cancelled Star Wars action RPG, codenamed Magellan, has surfaced following the 2025 closure of developer Echtra Games.
Sraëka Lillian’s Weekly RPG Sketches: A Design Experiment
Developer Sraëka Lillian is releasing a series of 31 miniature RPG experiments on Itch.io, exploring and deconstructing classic genre conventions.
Marvel Rivals Match Cancellation Exploit Addressed in 2026 Update
Marvel Rivals developers have patched a configuration file exploit that allowed players to cancel matches and avoid losses. The fix is live for PC players.
Once Human: August 17 Bug Fixes Detailed
Once Human developers have released a series of bug fixes for the Endless Dream scenario and specific game items. See the full list of changes here.
Orc Incremental Sets October 8 Release Date on PC
The Warcraft 2-inspired incremental auto-battler Orc Incremental will release on PC via Steam on October 8, 2026, developer Playsaurus has confirmed.
Sony Terminates Developer Agreement with Ternox Games
Sony has unilaterally ended its publishing agreement with Ternox Games, resulting in the cancellation of the PS5 version of Stonks-9800 and store delistings.
Dokimon Quest: Steam's Next Free-to-Keep Game Revealed for August 2026
Discover Steam's next free-to-keep game for August 2026. Dokimon Quest, a Pokemon-like RPG, has been revealed early via an indie developer heads-up.
Ex-GTA Dev Reveals Problematic Feature Cut From Grand Theft Auto 4
A former Rockstar developer has revealed that an ambitious NPC scheduling system planned for Grand Theft Auto 4 was cut because it proved too problematic.
Indie Dev Ternox Games Sees Entire Catalog Delisted From PlayStation Store
Ukrainian indie studio Ternox Games faces total catalog delisting from the PlayStation Store after Sony unilaterally terminates its developer agreement.
Stonks-9800: Stock Market Simulator PS5 Release Blocked by Sony
Ukrainian developer Ternox reports Stonks-9800: Stock Market Simulator is blocked on PS5 and its entire catalogue is being purged from the PlayStation Store.
Ternox Games' Stonks-9800 Blocked from PlayStation Store
Ternox Games confirms Sony terminated its developer agreement, preventing the release of Stonks-9800 on PlayStation consoles. Xbox and Switch plans remain.
Portable Moose Announces Sally Face 2 Sequel
Following a 10-year anniversary stream, developer Portable Moose has officially confirmed Sally Face 2 is in development for PC via Steam.
Palworld Developer Clarifies Stance on Potential Collaborations
The developers of Palworld have addressed rumors regarding a potential crossover with Terraria, confirming that no such collaboration is currently planned.
Lootbound Developer Addresses Why Characters Keep Staring at Players
ArtDock explains that character eye contact in turn-based tactical roguelite Lootbound is an intentional design choice tied to the dark fantasy world.
Asobo Studio Shifts to Action Genre with Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy
Asobo Studio confirms Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, a new AA action game, launches August 27, 2026. Learn about the developer's history with licensed titles.
Insomniac Addresses Marvel’s Wolverine Backlash Amid Online Harassment
Insomniac Games' James Stevenson speaks out on the negative response to Marvel's Wolverine, citing the impact of algorithm-driven harassment on developers.
AdHoc Studio Updates Website With 'More To Come' Tease
Dispatch developer AdHoc Studio has updated its official website with a new message, promising more future projects are coming soon.
Mandragora to Replace AI-Generated Steam Backgrounds in ReStory
Developer Mandragora confirms plans to replace outsourced AI-generated Steam community assets in ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs following player feedback.
Palworld Teases Version 1.1 Update Development
Palworld developers have officially started teasing the development of the upcoming Version 1.1 update for the monster-catching survival game.
Kingdom Hearts D23 Panel Details: Streams, Guests, and What to Expect
Disney's D23 Kingdom Hearts panel streams live today, featuring Square Enix developers, voice actors, and behind-the-scenes insights into the series.
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Once Human: August 17 Bug Fixes Detailed
Once Human developers have released a series of bug fixes for the Endless Dream scenario and specific game items. See the full list of changes here.
Orc Incremental Sets October 8 Release Date on PC
The Warcraft 2-inspired incremental auto-battler Orc Incremental will release on PC via Steam on October 8, 2026, developer Playsaurus has confirmed.
Lootbound Developer Addresses Why Characters Keep Staring at Players
ArtDock explains that character eye contact in turn-based tactical roguelite Lootbound is an intentional design choice tied to the dark fantasy world.
Solo Developer of Pokemon Gamma Emerald Expresses Burnout After Release
The solo creator of the fan-made Pokemon Gamma Emerald project says he is taking a break following backlash to the game's early access launch.