Slay the Spire 2 is still pulling huge SteamDB player numbers, but recent Steam reviews have turned Mixed. That contrast makes Mega Crit’s Early Access sequel one of Steam’s most interesting stories right now.
Aether & Iron earns Game of the Week #51 with decopunk noir, flying cars, tactical combat, and a stylish alternative-history setting.
BigMood’s The Edge of Water blends charm, grief, and a beautifully realised ocean world in a story-driven indie adventure about Hedi, a girl guiding her floating village.
Bubblebird Studio’s Sandcastle turns a childhood beach pastime into a charming sandbox builder with relaxing physics, hidden objects, and plenty of chilled creative appeal.
ORMOD: Directive has reached 150,000 Steam wishlists as the open-world survival sandbox continues building momentum ahead of release.
Cartel Pilots Wanted is a pilot job sim from OldYacht set across a cartel-controlled tropical archipelago. Take smuggling contracts, move questionable cargo, and keep your plane in the air.
Bellum is aiming to stand out in the tactical FPS space with 80-player battles, three distinct factions, limited lives, and a strong focus on teamwork.
Alkahest is shaping up as a dark first-person fantasy RPG worth watching, with brutal physics-driven combat, environmental kills, and alchemy at the heart of its design.
After around four hours with MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, one thing became clear: this game is better than expected. Its stylish black-and-white visuals and old-school shooting stand out.
UNGALAND! blends colorful prehistoric charm with action-platforming challenge, Primal Seeds, oversized weapons, and a playful soulslike edge ahead of launch.
I tested Noir Mafia Simulator: 1960s American Crime ahead of its Early Access launch, and while there is something here, it feels far too undercooked in its current state. The heist concept has some promise, but clunky movement, unclear objectives, and weak combat feedback hold it back for now.
Not A Cat Studios has announced STARCULT. Night: Twisted Age, a dark fantasy visual novel where players read emotions, shape relationships, and investigate a brutal murder. The Steam page currently lists a Q3 2026 release window.
Vampires: Bloodlord Rising was renamed from Vampire Dynasty a long time ago, yet the old demo identity lingered long enough to create unnecessary confusion for players, and traces of that older branding are still visible across Steam-related listings.
HaZ Dulull discusses how Astro Burn evolved into a cute-em-up, why player feedback changed the game, and what the team wants to bring back from the physical era.
FUR Squadron Phoenix is our Game of the Week #49, combining colourful arcade action, strong pacing, and roguelite progression in a confident indie rail shooter.
