Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Arrives August 13 on PC and Console
Expression Games has confirmed the release date for Hell Let Loose: Vietnam. Find out when this hardcore military simulation hits PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X.
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Steam Faces Influx of Low-Quality Retail Simulators in 2026
PC Gamer reports a surge of janky, low-effort retail simulation games flooding the Steam store in 2026, raising concerns about platform quality control.
Die or Dive Launches Today: A Roguelite Scuba Sim for PC
Drop Rate Studio and Dear Villagers have released Die or Dive, a 2D roguelite scuba simulation, on PC. Explore the abyssal pool and manage sanity in this game.
Sweet Hamster Days Creator Credits GTA 5 for Unique Gameplay Concept
The developers behind the viral hit Sweet Hamster Days reveal how Rockstar's GTA 5 inspired its multi-perspective hamster life simulation mechanics.
Erenshor Adds Raids to Its Solo-Simulated MMO Experience
The solo-simulated MMO Erenshor has officially added raid content. Learn what this update brings to the simulation-based RPG on PC.
Nine Features That Transformed Football Video Games
A look at the nine most influential technical advancements in soccer simulation history, from CPU-assisted passing to the modern Playstyles system.
Eric Barone Reflects on Stardew Valley's Decade-Long Journey
As Stardew Valley hits its 10-year mark, creator Eric Barone looks back on the life-changing development of the hit farming simulation game.
Palworld Was Originally Designed as a Factory Simulation Game
Pocketpair reveals that Palworld began development as a factory-building game similar to Satisfactory before evolving into the creature-collecting survival hit.
Console Archives L’Empereur Review: A Relic of Historical Simulation
Is the 2026 Switch release of L’Empereur worth your time? Our review breaks down why this Koei classic is only for the most patient strategy fans.
This Stomach-Churning Horror Game Is a Deep Simulation of Czech Subway Life
A new horror title blends a disturbing narrative about Czech train conductors with a surprisingly deep, complex simulation of a fictional subway system.
Glenmara: Still Life Artist Announced for Linux and Windows
Bit Loom has revealed Glenmara: Still Life Artist, a story-rich art simulation coming to Linux and Windows. Learn about the gameplay, setting, and native support.
Wrong Organ trades horror-narrative for tank simulation in Carcass Clad
Ahead of the PC Gaming Show 2026, Wrong Organ developers discuss why their new game, Carcass Clad, is a 'gameplay-first' departure from Mouthwashing.
Hundred Nights: DIFU Enters Alpha Development for PC and Steam Deck
PixelsCove Games has officially launched the alpha phase for Hundred Nights: DIFU, a city-building simulation set in an ancient Eastern underworld.
Drug Dealer Simulator 2 Review: A Dated Empire Building Simulation
Is Drug Dealer Simulator 2 worth playing on Xbox Series X? We look at the management systems, dated visuals, and repetitive loop of this criminal simulator.
The Best Free Steam Games to Play in 2026
Looking for new titles? Here are the best games you can download for free on Steam as of June 2026, ranging from tactical shooters to life simulations.
Raph Koster’s Stars Reach Aims to Bring Back the 'Virtual World' MMO
Stars Reach, the new MMO from Raph Koster, focuses on player-driven governance and complex environmental simulation to create a true virtual world.
WickedWhims Mod Won't Be Coming to Paralives, Developer Confirms
The team behind WickedWhims has confirmed the popular adult mod will not be ported to the life simulation game Paralives due to technical and workload challenges.
Forensic – M.E. Protocol Review: A Niche Simulator for Detail-Oriented Players
Forensic – M.E. Protocol is a niche simulation game for Xbox Series X. We review the crime scene investigation mechanics, tools, and the 3.5/5 experience.
We Settled the Messi vs. Ronaldo Debate Using Football Manager 26
We put 11 Messis against 11 Ronaldos in a Football Manager 26 World Cup simulation to finally settle the GOAT debate. Here is how it went.
Wax Heads is a charming, punk-rock take on the shop-sim genre
Wax Heads is a record store simulation game for PC where you manage a local music hub. Find out why this shop-sim is more than just a puzzle game.
Spore: The Truth Behind the 'Greatest Game That Never Was'
Developers at Maxis reveal why Spore shifted from a grand simulation to a collection of minigames, clearing up years of fan speculation.
Frontier Developments Confirms New Planet Management Game for 2026
Frontier Developments, the studio behind Planet Zoo and Planet Coaster, has confirmed a new, unannounced construction and management simulation game for 2026.
How Spore Was Created: Origins of the Maxis Simulation Classic
Explore the development history of Spore, the simulation game by Maxis, and the unique inspirations that shaped its evolution from concept to 2008 release.
Letter Lost Launches on PC and Linux: A 2026 Post Office Mystery
Letter Lost is now available on PC and Linux. Learn about this new mystery game from FlatNine Games, featuring unique post office simulation mechanics.
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Seed Early Access Guide: How to Download and Play on PC
Learn how to install Seed early access on PC. Find out where to buy access packs, download the launcher, and start playing the simulation on Avesta.
Aquapark Tycoon Early Access Guide: How to Get Started
Aquapark Tycoon is now available in early access. Learn how to manage your waterpark, design custom slides, and handle staff in this simulation guide.
Subway Builder: Getting Started with Hyperrealistic Transit Simulation
Learn how to master transit planning in Subway Builder. Borough Studio's new simulation is now live on Steam for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
5 Games to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary This July 4th
Celebrate 250 years of American independence with these five historical strategy, action, and simulation games perfect for the July 4th holiday.
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Eric Barone Reflects on Stardew Valley's Decade-Long Journey
As Stardew Valley hits its 10-year mark, creator Eric Barone looks back on the life-changing development of the hit farming simulation game.
Palworld Was Originally Designed as a Factory Simulation Game
Pocketpair reveals that Palworld began development as a factory-building game similar to Satisfactory before evolving into the creature-collecting survival hit.
Glenmara: Still Life Artist Announced for Linux and Windows
Bit Loom has revealed Glenmara: Still Life Artist, a story-rich art simulation coming to Linux and Windows. Learn about the gameplay, setting, and native support.