Retro-futuristic noir adventure invites players to help shape its branching narrative and design before release MEDIA ALERT — September 8, 2025 — Indie developer Tetrarchy Studios is inviting playtesters for Mandated Fate, a story-driven, retro-sci-fi adventure set in an alternate 1985 under a technocratic empire. Join the Mandated Fate playtest and immerse yourself in the…
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We chose Last Outpost as our Game of the Week #19 Minimalist on the surface, tactical at its core, Last Outpost nails that mid-week itch: build smart by day, hold the line by night, and make every decision count when the waves hit. It’s readable, fast, and surprisingly deep when you start pushing greedier daytime…
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Voidbreaker, the incredible roguelite shooter you probably aren’t playing Reviewed on PC.Score: 7/10 To bring something truly unique in a popular and heavily saturated genre like the FPS genre is no mean feat; in fact, it’s a rarity usually reserved for hugely experienced teams with sizeable budgets and the marketing clout to preach to the…
Automation, strategy, and survival in space — why Space Drilling Station is our Game of the Week #18 Space Drilling Station is one of those indies that makes sense the moment you feel the loop. You’re thinking vertically, automating smart, and actually caring about the crew that keeps the whole thing running. Best part? You…
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ODST drops into Helldivers 2 on August 26 as the game hits Xbox — the first “Legendary Warbond” brings iconic gear and stealth-focused play Arrowhead has confirmed a crossover fans have been asking for: the HELLDIVERS 2 × Halo: ODST Legendary Warbond lands August 26, 2025 (5:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM BST / 8:00…
Prepare for the Steam Next Fest Demo Warsaw, Poland, August 14, 2025 Space Goblin Studio says that ASTROBOTANICA, their next science-based survival game, has more than 50,000 wishlists on Steam. Steam Next Fest will give players their first chance to play the game in public from October 13 to October 20, 2025. This is the…
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Ghostrunner speed meets Ruiner grit in Reikon’s new sci-fi FPS. Reviewed on PC.Score: 8/10 Ghostrunner speed meets Ruiner grit in Reikon’s new sci-fi FPS. Metal Eden, a sci-fi shooter from Polish developer Reikon Games, delivers an eye-popping neon rush with brutal, high-velocity action. You play as a Hyper Unit — a battle android built for…
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Portals, crafting, and short bursts of survival — launch impressions Reviewed on PC.Score: 5/10 As fans eagerly awaited the Grand Emprise 2, many had launch impressions about its high-paced, portal-hopping survival crafting adventure across themed fantasy biomes. It’s framed as a mostly linear, one-time ride (not a sandbox), with short sections to keep momentum —…
Charting the Course of Heliocide’s Development Indie developer HorrorScope is quietly building something special in the form of Heliocide, a 3D sci-fi space shooter prototype available now for free on itch.io. While still early in development, the game is steadily evolving through frequent updates and community feedback, offering a glimpse into what could become a…
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Chernobylite 2’s Megapatch 03 Brings the Game Back to Its Survival Horror Roots The latest update for Chernobylite 2 has arrived, and it’s a big one. Titled Megapatch 03 – Back to the Roots, this update rethinks major gameplay systems and marks a deliberate shift away from the controversial direction the game had taken since…
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A look at the best casino simulators across PC and VR, from tycoon builders to full-blown social hubs. Whether you’re into slot machines, poker tables, or full-on casino management, there’s something oddly satisfying about digital gambling—especially when it’s risk-free. Here are six casino sim titles that let you build, run, or play in your own…
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Lovecraftian survival horror meets tactical gunplay in this terrifying dive into the abyss July 29, 2025 – The Beneath playtest is now live on Steam, giving players a hands-on chance to experience the game’s psychological underwater horror ahead of its full release. Developed by Camel 101 and published by Wired Productions, this first-person survival horror…
What the Demo Promises Reviewed on PC.Score: 4/10 According to the developers, Cold Abyss is “a relaxing and atmospheric exploration game set on the bottom of the ocean,” where your main goal is to “repair all broken network cables.” The demo introduces you to the basics of sea floor traversal and cable repair — all…
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Before it became Windrose, Crosswind already had the pirate survival spark Skull and Bones never gave me. I’ve played both Crosswind and Skull and Bones. One had the bigger name, bigger budget, and cleaner studio polish. The other had rougher edges, stranger moments, and a stronger sense of adventure. Guess which one I kept thinking…
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