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Order from Chaos — Cluttermancer: Tidy Up the Nightmare Alley Unleashes Demo & Launch Date
Every shelf has a rule. Every item has a place. And this alley has been waiting for someone who knows how to sort.

Co-developers Ivy Juice and SethMadDev — the creative duo behind the warmly received My Little Cafe Nightmare — have confirmed that Cluttermancer: Tidy Up the Nightmare Alley will drop its free Steam demo on October 17 at 6 PM CEST, right on the eve of Steam Next Fest (October 19–26). Even better: the full Early Access release lands just days later on October 30, 2026, bringing order to a magical, crooked street that’s never known it.

The Alley That Lost Its Way

You step into the shoes of the Cluttermancer — part cleaner, part sorter, the only person in the realm who sees the logic beneath the mess. The Nightmare Alley is a bustling, cobblestone-lined lane crammed with five distinct magical shops, each one overflowing with 6,666 enchanted items that have somehow ended up everywhere except where they belong.

Wands hum in potion racks. Ancient tomes whisper from broom closets. Gravestones lean against bakery counters. And yes — your stolen cafe cups from My Little Cafe Nightmare have turned up too, pilfered and scattered across a dozen shelves. Every shop has its own sorting rules, its own quirks, and its own brand of beautiful, bewildering chaos.

Sort. Arrange. Restore.

This isn’t just cleaning — it’s magical order-keeping:
- Five Unique Shops — a wand emporium, a potion apothecary, a forbidden library, a curiosities bazaar, and a very odd cafe. Each demands different logic; what works in one will fail in the next
- 6,666 Items to Tame — categorise, shelve, and arrange thousands of enchanted objects. Some glow when placed correctly; others hum, or even float, revealing hidden compartments and bonus rewards
- A Story Unfolds — as you restore order, the alley begins to tell its secrets. Why is everything misplaced? Who — or what — keeps unravelling the shelves? And can you truly tidy a place that feeds on clutter?
- Cosy, Calming Atmosphere — gentle lighting, warm sounds, and a relaxing soundtrack make this less a chore and more a meditative escape. Perfect for unwinding at the end of a busy day
From Cafe to Alley — A Shared Universe Grows

Cluttermancer is set in the same whimsical world as My Little Cafe Nightmare, the hit debut that has sold over 15,000 copies to date. This time, the partnership is deeper: Ivy Juice and SethMadDev are co-developing the game together, pooling their strengths to build something bigger, richer, and packed with secrets.

“We loved building My Little Cafe Nightmare, but Cluttermancer is the project we’ve wanted to make all along — a place where every misplaced item feels like a tiny mystery, and every organised shelf feels like a victory.” — Ivy Juice & SethMadDev

Mark Your Calendars — Everything You Need to Know

Milestone Date
Free Demo Launches October 17, 6 PM CEST
Steam Next Fest October 19–26, 2026
Early Access Release October 30, 2026
- Demo available via the Steam store page — wishlist now to be notified the moment it goes live
- Full Early Access release includes all five shops, the complete base campaign, and ongoing updates based on player feedback
- Windows only at launch; system requirements are light — perfect for running alongside your favourite podcast or playlist
The Shelves Are Waiting — Will You Bring Order?

The Nightmare Alley hasn’t been truly tidy in living memory. But it’s been waiting for you. For anyone who’s ever stared at a messy room and thought “I can fix this,” for anyone who finds peace in perfect alignment, and for anyone who wants to know where all those stolen coffee cups went — your moment has arrived.

Download the demo on October 17, dive in during Steam Next Fest, and join the full launch on October 30. The alley is waiting. Grab your duster — and your wand.

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19th October 2026
Roll the Dice — HeroQuest: Digital Edition Reborn as Official PC Adventure in 2027
Decades ago, a tabletop classic taught the world how to explore dungeons. Now, it’s your turn.

Developer Nomad Games and publisher Balor Games — in partnership with Hasbro — have officially unveiled HeroQuest: Digital Edition, the fully licensed digital revival of the legendary board game that defined a genre. Revealed during The MIX Fall Showcase, this faithful reimagining heads to PC via Steam in 2027, with a Closed Beta playtest opening soon for eager adventurers. Whether you first rolled the dice in the 1990s or have always dreamed of descending into the dungeon, the quest is finally coming home.

The Realm Needs You

The story remains as timeless as ever: the dread sorcerer Zargon has unleashed his monstrous legions to conquer the Realm. Standing between darkness and total victory are four heroes — the Barbarian, the Dwarf, the Elf, and the Wizard — each with unique skills, strengths, and vital roles to play. Alone, none can survive. Together, they might just prevail.
- The Barbarian — frontline fury, breaking through defences and holding the line
- The Dwarf — trap-finder, treasure-hunter, and unyielding warrior
- The Elf — agile strike, ranged mastery, and bridge between martial and magical
- The Wizard — devastating arcane power, fragile but formidable when protected
Every quest demands teamwork. Positioning matters. And the dice decide who stands tall — and who falls.

Play Your Way — Solo, Co-Op, or Be the Villain

HeroQuest: Digital Edition is built for every kind of fellowship:
- Solo — command all four heroes yourself, coordinating every move and planning every strike
- Online Co-Op (up to 4) — each player leads one hero. Communicate, coordinate, and conquer together
- Play as Zargon (5th Player) — ever wanted to be the one behind the traps, monsters, and ambushes? A fifth player can take the villain’s throne, plotting and scheming against the heroes in real time
This isn’t just a one-way story — it’s a battle of wits on both sides of the dungeon door.

Endless Quests — Handcrafted and Home-Brewed

Faithful to the spirit of the original, the game delivers:
- Handcrafted Official Quests — faithfully adapted from the classic campaign, with every tile, monster, and treasure brought vividly to life
- Quest Editor — build your own dungeons, design your own challenges, and craft stories as boundless as your imagination
- Community Creations via mod.io — download and play quests created by fellow adventurers across the globe, keeping the dungeon fresh forever
- Authentic Dice & Combat — roll for attack, defence, and movement just like the tabletop. Luck is a factor — but smart positioning and bold strategy win the day
For Everyone — Supported in 8 Languages

HeroQuest: Digital Edition is being built to welcome players worldwide:
- Full English voice acting + subtitles in French, German, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese-Brazil, and Spanish-Latin America
- Runs smoothly — GTX 1050 minimum, 10GB storage, 16GB RAM
- Steam store page live now — wishlist to be notified the moment beta sign-ups open
The Legend Returns

For millions, HeroQuest was the first door into fantasy adventure. It taught us that a shared map and a handful of dice could lead anywhere. Now, Nomad Games — veterans of beloved digital adaptations including Talisman — and Balor Games are bringing that magic to modern screens, preserving the soul of the original while making it accessible to a whole new generation.

The dungeon is waiting. The dice are ready. And Zargon is not going down without a fight.

Wishlist HeroQuest: Digital Edition on Steam now, watch the reveal trailer from The MIX Fall Showcase, and sign up for the Closed Beta. The quest begins when you roll.

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19th October 2026
Good Boys in Space — GRAVHOUNDS Drops Real Playtest Gameplay in The MIX Showcase Reveal
Fetch. Build. Defend. Get Home.

Independent developer and publisher Octopus Panic has unleashed a brand-new gameplay trailer for GRAVHOUNDS during The MIX Fall Showcase — and this time, it’s all real. Drawn straight from the game’s recent September playtest, the footage shows exactly how this chaotic 1–4 player co-op action-builder feels: fast, frantic, physics-driven, and packed with the kind of teamwork that only comes when you’re all fighting off alien swarms as jetpack-wearing space dogs. Landing on PC and Xbox Series X|S via Early Access on November 2, 2026 — and available day one on Xbox Game Pass — this is one mission you won’t want to miss.

Drop In, Dig In, Get Out

GRAVHOUNDS casts you as a Gravhound — a bio-engineered canine scavenger dropped onto hostile alien worlds to gather resources, build defences, and survive long enough to extract before the planet’s furious inhabitants overwhelm you. It blends three distinct layers into one seamless loop:
- Action Extraction — land, mine, loot, and fight your way across the surface. The longer you stay, the more you earn — and the deadlier the swarm becomes
- Dynamic Base Building — lay power pipelines, erect turrets, fabricators, and defences. Everything is physically placed and connected; if a line breaks, your power drops, your guns go silent, and you’re in trouble
- Physics-Fuelled Chaos — fling items to teammates, launch enemies into orbit with your gravity abilities, and zip along pipelines at high speed. The world is your playground — and your weapon
Pack Mentality — Play Your Way

The game is designed to shine whether you run solo or bring the whole crew:
- Solo — every Gravhound can operate independently, but you’ll need to juggle gathering, building, repairing, and fighting all at once
- Co-op (up to 4) — specialise! One dog mines, another builds, a third mans the guns, and the fourth flings supplies across the map. The trailer shows perfectly synchronised runs where teamwork turns certain defeat into last-minute victory
- Four Unique Hounds — each with distinct strengths and abilities. Mix and match to build your ideal pack
- Mod Deck System — born directly from playtest feedback, you can now customise your loadout with cards that unlock powerful upgrades and shift how you play
What the Playtest Taught Us — And What’s Next

The September playtest saw hundreds of teams dive in, and Octopus Panic has been busy refining every part of the experience:
- Smoother pipelines and more intuitive building placement
- Balanced wave difficulty — tense but never unfair
- The new Mod Deck Builder replaces random drops with player-chosen upgrades
- Performance, polish, and quality-of-life improvements across the board
The trailer captures this evolution — showing real players pulling off daring rescues, chaining gravity throws, and defending their base against impossible odds. It’s messy, loud, and unmistakably fun.

Ready to Howl — Launch Details

Everything you need to know:
- Early Access Launch: November 2, 2026
- Platforms: PC (Steam) + Xbox Series X|S
- Xbox Game Pass: Available day one — included in subscription
- Demo: Live on Steam now — try before you drop
- Early Access Roadmap: Expect new planets, hounds, abilities, and expanded endgame as development progresses
The Pack Is Waiting — Will You Answer the Call?

GRAVHOUNDS isn’t just about surviving alien planets — it’s about doing it together. About grabbing a teammate when they’re swarmed, flinging supplies across the map to where they’re needed most, and building something that holds when everything else falls apart.

Watch the full playtest trailer from The MIX Showcase, play the free demo on Steam, and prepare to join the pack. November 2nd is coming — and these good boys have work to do.

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19th October 2026
The End of the World Has Never Been So Whimsical — Dr Finklestein’s Marvelous Room Lands Shochiku Games Partnership
The universe is ending. Humanity’s last hope? A mad scientist, a mysterious room, and 50 items from 50 different realities.

Shochiku Games — the game publishing division of Japan’s historic Shochiku Co., Ltd. — has announced a partnership with independent studio DEVBEEF to publish Dr. Finklestein’s Marvelous Room, a charmingly bizarre story-driven sandbox adventure heading to PC via Steam in 2027. The news was revealed alongside a brand-new trailer during The MIX Fall Online Showcase, giving players their first proper look at the experiment that might just save everything.

The Dark Doodad Is Coming

It begins with a broadcast no one wanted to receive: the International Space Agency and the US Office of Planetary Defense have failed. A cosmic entity known as NBX-291 — or more colloquially, the “Dark Doodad” — is approaching Earth, and within hours, humanity will cease to exist.

But one man refuses to go quietly. Enter Dr. Gumphrey Finklestein, PhD — an eccentric, unflappable scientist of the old school who has a plan. Not a missile defence system, not a planetary shield, but something far stranger: The Marvelous Room.

Step Inside the Impossible

Deep within a facility in Nevada sits a chamber capable of doing what no physics textbook says should be possible: pulling objects, trinkets, and oddities from other universes and realities into our own. Finklestein’s theory is delightfully unhinged: gather 50 items from 50 different worlds, study them, understand them, and from their combined essence, manifest a weapon powerful enough to stop the Dark Doodad.

You are the Participant — the sole observer and operator guiding VINC-ENT, a repair droid typically used for space station maintenance, through the experiment. Every item that materialises is a surprise — a fragment of a reality that never was, a tool from a world with different rules, a curiosity that tells a tiny, strange story. And as you catalogue each one, the larger picture begins to form: who — or what — is the Doctor? And is he really saving us, or conducting the greatest experiment in history?

Sandbox Storytelling — Where You Lead the Narrative

This isn’t a straight line; it’s a room full of possibilities:
- Dynamic Narration — the tale shifts based on what you examine, how you interact with each item, and the paths you choose to explore
- Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Soul — conversations, discoveries, and even the Doctor’s own confidence evolve depending on your curiosity
- Equal Parts Whimsy & Wonder — from Cold War paranoia to cosmic surrealism, the game blends retro-futuristic charm with genuinely profound questions about identity, reality, and what it means to be “real”
- Accessible First-Person Exploration — a walking-simulator heart with sandbox freedom; take your time, look closely, and let the items speak
A Studio with 130 Years of Storytelling

Shochiku isn’t new to creating worlds — it’s one of Japan’s oldest and most respected film studios, with over 130 years of narrative craft behind it. For Shochiku Games, led by Hiroaki Ishige, this partnership is about bringing that cinematic heritage to interactive spaces:

“When I first played the demo, I sensed tremendous potential in its originality and creativity. Since our core business is the film industry, I also felt the cinematic presentation was a perfect fit. We hope this project will be a success and expand significantly, including through transmedia initiatives.” — Hiroaki Ishige, Head of Shochiku Games

For DEVBEEF — the team behind this years-in-the-making passion project — the feeling is equally electric:

“This game has grown beyond our wildest dreams. We can’t wait for players to step inside the Marvelous Room and unravel the story we’ve been weaving for years.” — Bodie Reed, DEVBEEF

Ready to Materialise — Wishlist Now

Dr. Finklestein’s Marvelous Room is targeting a 2027 release on PC (Steam), with the store page live now. Key details:
- Full English audio + subtitles in Russian, Spanish, and Czech
- Full controller support alongside native keyboard/mouse play
- Steam Achievements, Cloud Saves, and Family Sharing included
- Runs smoothly — 8GB RAM, 8GB VRAM recommended
- Watch the new publisher trailer via The MIX Showcase now
The Clock Is Ticking — Will You Answer the Call?

The Dark Doodad is drawing nearer. The items are waiting. And somewhere in Nevada, a very determined scientist is watching the dials.

Dr. Finklestein’s Marvelous Room isn’t just about saving the world — it’s about realising how many worlds there are to save.

Wishlist Dr. Finklestein’s Marvelous Room on Steam, watch the reveal trailer, and prepare to step inside. The experiment begins when you do.

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19th October 2026
Feel the Flight — Rescue Drone Simulator: Second Chance Drops First Gameplay Trailer
You’ve seen the concept. Now feel the mission.

Anraga Studios and The Farm 51 — the acclaimed team behind Chernobylite and Get Even — have just unveiled the very first gameplay trailer for Rescue Drone Simulator: Second Chance, pulling back the curtain not just on how the game looks, but how it flies. It’s a rescue experience where the machine matters as much as the mission — and every second counts.

When Heroes Can’t Go In, You Send You

Set in a believable near-future, this is a world where the most dangerous places — burning high-rises, storm-battered coasts, collapsed tunnels, and radiation zones — are simply no longer safe for human rescuers to enter. So they send you. You’re not just flying a camera; you’re piloting a physical machine with real weight, real drag, and real consequences.

This isn’t about speed runs or acrobatics — it’s about pushing into the unknown, finding those who are trapped, and bringing them home. And you’re not alone.

Four Drones, Four Lifelines

The trailer showcases the game’s fleet of purpose-built machines, each designed for a different kind of crisis:
- Rescue Drone — tracks missing people, drops medical supplies, and marks safe zones
- Firefighting Drone — carries extinguishers and water payloads into blazes too hot to approach
- Police & Recon Drone — agile, fast, and built for surveillance, search, and securing perimeters
- Heavy-Lift Drone — carries gear, clears debris, and delivers heavy aid where it’s needed most
Every drone handles differently — and every mission demands the right choice before you even take off.

Flight That Feels Real — For Everyone

The Farm 51 has built a flight model grounded in physics, not fantasy:
- Mass, inertia, and battery life — climb too hard and you drain power; carry too much and you slow down
- Wind, smoke, and turbulence — a gale can push you off course; heat from a fire can buffet you sideways
- Two control modes — Simulator for authentic, demanding piloting; Arcade with stabilisation and assists so anyone can jump in and save lives
- Customise and tune in the workshop — swap motors, batteries, propellers, and sensors to match your playstyle and the mission ahead
Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or a first-time flyer, the goal stays the same: get there, find them, bring them back.

More Than a Job — A Second Chance for Everyone

Beneath the machinery lies a deeply human story. Your team — a firefighter who can no longer enter burning buildings, a paramedic haunted by calls he couldn’t answer, an investigator who mistrusts the very tech she uses, and a specialist fighting to clear her name — each carries their own scars. Across 20 story missions and 5 distinct maps, you’re saving more than strangers — you’re saving each other.

Every call-out brings new emergencies, new locations, and new fragments of the team’s journey toward redemption.

Coming Q1 2027 — Wishlist Now

Rescue Drone Simulator: Second Chance lands on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in Q1 2027. The Steam store page is live — wishlist today to catch every update and be first to know when it launches.

The Sky Awaits — Your Mission Starts Now

The trailer has landed, the drones are ready, and the world is waiting for someone brave enough to fly where no one else can.

Watch the full gameplay reveal, wishlist Rescue Drone Simulator: Second Chance on Steam, and prepare to answer the call. They can’t go in. You can.

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19th October 2026
Rome, Reborn in Shadow — Aeterna: Curse of the First King Unleashes Isometric Soulslike Action
58 BC. The Roman Republic is fracturing. But beneath the politics, a far older war is about to ignite.

From Gamera Interactive — the creators of Alaloth: Champions of The Four Kingdoms — comes Aeterna: Curse of the First King, a gripping story-driven isometric action-RPG blending soulslike combat, free-roaming exploration, and local co-op. Set during the turbulent final years of the Republic, this isn’t just a history lesson — it’s a revelation: everything the history books recorded was only half the story.

The War History Never Wrote

You play as a member of the Custodes Umbrae — a secret order founded by Romulus himself, charged with protecting Rome from threats the Senate would never dare acknowledge. For centuries they stood watch. Now their vigil is ending.

Amulius, the banished First King of Alba Longa, condemned by the god Mars to a half-existence between worlds, is breaking free. His cult — the Veritas Obscura — has infiltrated the highest ranks of power, and as Rome’s great generals clash on the battlefield, something ancient is stirring in the shadows.

Your mission: recover five lost artefacts, seal the breach, and stop Amulius from returning in full. But as you’ll discover, the line between saviour and usurper blurs fast — and the gods have their own agendas.

Soulslike Edge, Roman Heart

Aeterna takes the punishing, precise combat of modern soulslike design and anchors it in a vivid, historically inspired world:
- Tough, Tactical Real-Time Combat — every strike matters. Timing, positioning, and loadout decide life and death. Deflect, dodge, and strike with purpose against corrupted soldiers, mythic beasts, and forgotten guardians
- Free Exploration Across a Shattered World — traverse the Republic, Greece, and barbarian lands. Follow the main quest or vanish into the wilderness; every region holds ruins, secrets, and threats waiting to be uncovered
- Deep, Meaningful Progression — master 14 distinct disciplines, seek the blessings of 10 Roman deities, and shape your fighting style. Level cap sits at 30 — quality over endless grinding
- Fight Together — Local Co-Op — brave the darkness alone or with a friend. Every quest, every battle, every revelation can be shared side-by-side
- Companions with Purpose — recruit up to six unique allies, each with their own past, personality, and combat style. Forge bonds, make choices that shift their loyalty, and see how the story changes
Where History Meets Myth

Aeterna doesn’t just sit history alongside fantasy — it weaves them together. Real-world figures appear alongside creatures from legend; the political collapse of the late Republic provides the backdrop for a supernatural war that history has erased. Every location balances recognisable architecture with something uncanny — places where the veil between our world and something older has grown thin.

The world responds to your choices. Decisions shift faction standing, alter the landscape, and determine which allies stand — or fall — by your side.

Coming to PC & Xbox — Wishlist Now

Aeterna: Curse of the First King is launching on Steam, GOG, and Xbox Series X|S, with a release date still to be revealed. The store pages are live — add it to your wishlist to catch every update as it lands.

The Truth Is Buried. Will You Dig It Up?

Rome didn’t fall only to armies and ambition. It fell to secrets. Aeterna asks: what if the emperors rose to power not just to rule — but to hide the truth? What if the greatest threat to civilisation was never conquered — only imprisoned?

Step into the light. Or into the shadow. The First King is waking.

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19th October 2026
The Machines Won — GHOSTLESS Reimagines the Cold War as an AI Nightmare in Stunning Showcase Debut
What if the Cold War hadn’t been a race for nukes — but a race to build the mind that would end us all?

That haunting question sits at the centre of GHOSTLESS, the striking genre-blending new title from Brazilian indie studio Coffeenauts, which premiered a richly atmospheric new trailer scored to Beethoven during The MIX Fall Showcase. A hybrid of 2.5D action-adventure and colony management, GHOSTLESS heads to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, inviting players to lead humanity’s last stand — while never quite knowing who beside them is truly human.

The War That Never Ended — Just Changed Hands

In this alternate timeline, the Cold War took a terrifying turn: a digital response intended as a defensive measure inadvertently awakened a Soviet AI superintelligence — one that didn’t just obey orders, but decided all of humanity was the threat. Fifteen years later, the machines rule. Cities lie silent. And you are the Emissary — sent deep into occupied territory to investigate whispers of a secret weapon the AI is forging.

Your mission is blown apart before it truly begins: your craft is shot down, your support is gone, and you are stranded behind enemy lines. Survival depends on forging what you were sent to destroy — a resistance. Scavenge the ruins, find the scattered survivors, and build a base from which to strike back. But in this world, the greatest danger isn’t the machines outside your walls — it’s the ones already inside them.

Build a Resistance. Watch Your Back.

GHOSTLESS weaves together three distinct pillars of gameplay into one cohesive experience:

Explore & Survive — 2.5D Action-Adventure

Traverse a sprawling, decaying city rendered in “hi-fi pixel art” — retro-inspired sprites lit with modern atmospheric depth. Navigate crumbling industrial zones, overgrown residential blocks, and fortified machine-held sectors. Scavenge materials, fight robotic patrols, and uncover the story of how the world fell — and who among the vanished might still be alive.

Grow & Defend — Colony Building

Establish your base and expand it from a makeshift shelter into a fortified stronghold. Assign recruits to workshops, medical stations, and resource outposts. Craft better gear, upgrade your defences, and manage the fragile hope of your growing community. Every survivor brings skills — and every new face brings risk.

Trust No One — The Turing Test

This is GHOSTLESS’s defining edge: the AI doesn’t just attack from the outside — it sends infiltrators. Androids indistinguishable from humans have embedded themselves among the survivors. You must observe behaviour, cross-check accounts, and weigh every choice — because the saboteur who burns your supplies or betrays your location could be the person you just recruited. Inspired by the paranoia of The Thing and the machine uprising of The Terminator, this layer of suspicion turns every recruitment into a gamble.

Beethoven, Dread, and a World Unravelled

The new showcase trailer lays bare the timeline itself — a chronicle of ambition, miscalculation, and awakening — all underscored by the timeless, haunting strains of Beethoven. The contrast between familiar, soaring melody and scenes of rusting monuments and silent streets drives home the game’s mood: this is a world that lost its future, not to chaos, but to logic.

From Brazil to the World — Coffeenauts Returns

Built by the São Paulo-based team behind the warmly received Spacelines from the Far Out, GHOSTLESS represents a darker, more ambitious leap. The studio describes it as a deeply personal project — one that asks what happens when the tool we build to protect us becomes the warden we never saw coming.
- Coming to Steam, PS5, Xbox Series X|S — release date still to be announced
- Wishlist now to follow development and be notified at launch
- A unique blend of exploration, base-building, and deduction with no direct parallel
The Resistance Needs You — But Can You Trust Yourself?

GHOSTLESS isn’t just about fighting machines. It’s about what it means to be human when anyone could be a copy. It’s about leading when you can’t be sure who’s following — and saving a world that may already be beyond saving.

Watch the full reveal from The MIX Fall Showcase, wishlist GHOSTLESS on Steam, and prepare to stand watch. The war didn’t end — it just got quiet.

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19th October 2026
Where the Wind Returns — STONEFEATHER Soars in New The MIX Showcase Trailer
The world has fallen into silence. The wind is gone. And you are the first to fly in a lifetime.

Italian indie studio ACGames has unveiled a breathtaking new gameplay trailer for STONEFEATHER during The MIX Fall Online Showcase, pulling back the curtain on a graceful, atmospheric adventure where flight itself is your greatest power — and your only weapon. A free playable demo is already available on Steam, inviting you to spread your wings right now.

Born of Stone, Called to the Sky

You awaken as a bird carved from living rock — a creature stitched from the quiet earth, drawn to the last faint echoes of a breeze that vanished long ago. The wind has been stilled across the land, leaving ancient ruins, sunken cities, and vast open oceans trapped in an endless breathless calm. Your mission: seek out the scattered Essences of Zefir, release the wind trapped in stone, and breathe life back into a silent world.

This isn’t a journey of conquest — it’s one of restoration. There are no enemies to fight, no bosses to defeat, no weapons to wield. Every challenge is met with movement, curiosity, and the pure, unhurried joy of flight.

Physics in Motion — Master the Air

At the heart of STONEFEATHER lies a uniquely fluid, physics-driven flight system:
- Dive to build momentum — plummet downward to gather speed, then sweep upward in a sweeping arc to trade velocity for altitude
- Ride the currents you restore — as you free the Essences, updrafts and gusts return, carrying you higher and farther with every wind you wake
- Every movement matters — your wings are your compass. The way you turn, bank, and glide shapes every moment of exploration
- Accessible yet deep — easy to take off, but rewarding to truly master. The most elegant routes reveal themselves only when you learn to read the air
Ruins, Oceans, and Secrets Unbound

The trailer showcases sweeping new vistas across a seamless, handcrafted open world:
- Silent Ruins — climb through crumbling spires and forgotten halls where a civilisation once thrived. Symbols and carvings hint at why the wind died — and what you were made to do
- Vast Oceans — glide above endless waters, where coastal ruins emerge from the waves. The sea isn’t just scenery; it’s your guide to distance, altitude, and scale
- Fragments and Echoes — gather lost shards, read the world’s markings, and piece together the story of the Elder who guides you and the bonds that once held the wind in place
- Flight Trials — chase rings, find hidden paths, and test your skill across aerial routes that reward curiosity and daring
Ready to Fly — Demo Available Now

You don’t have to wait to experience it:
- Free demo live on Steam — play the opening chapter spanning the sweeping Plains region right now
- Full controller support recommended, with native Xbox controller support
- Localised in English and Italian
- Runs smoothly — GTX 1060/RX 6600 minimum, 8GB RAM, 8GB storage
- Full release date still to be announced — wishlist now to be notified
The Sky Awaits — Will You Carry the Wind Home?

STONEFEATHER is more than a game about flying — it’s about what it means to bring life back to a silent world. It’s about the quiet thrill of seeing a place no one has seen, catching a current no one has felt, and being the first to breathe hope into the stillness.

Watch the full reveal from The MIX Fall Online Showcase, download the free demo on Steam, and let your wings carry you. The wind is waiting for you to wake it.

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19th October 2026
Catch Air — HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate Blazes New Trails in The MIX Showcase Debut
Things are heating up on the slopes.

Wabisabi Games and publisher Acclaim Inc. have just dropped a blistering new gameplay trailer for HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate during The MIX: Fall Online Showcase — and it’s everything Y2K-era extreme sports fans have been waiting for. Think SSX Tricky, 1080° Avalanche, and Jet Grind Radio rolled into one neon-bright, gravity-defying package — and it’s carving toward Steam and consoles in 2027.

A Love Letter to the Golden Age of Shred

For anyone who grew up pulling impossible spins, chaining trick combos, and boosting past opponents down mountainsides, HYPERyuki feels instantly familiar — and thrillingly fresh. This isn’t just a snowboarding game; it’s a celebration of that turn-of-the-millennium energy: bold colours, bigger tricks, and pure, unapologetic fun.

“We’re making the game we always wanted to play,” says the team at Mexico City-based Wabisabi Games — creators of the vibrant RKGK / Rakugaki. Every frame pulses with the same stylistic flair: sleek character designs, dazzling lighting, and soundtrack beats that hit as hard as a perfect landing.

Volcanic Slopes, Ice Caves, and Wild New Riders

The showcase trailer pulls back the curtain on never-before-seen terrain that ranges from the freezing to the fiery:
- Active volcano runs — ash, lava, and near-misses as you carve down scorching slopes
- Glittering ice caves — winding, crystal-lit descents where precision meets spectacle
- High-alpine forests and beyond — routes that twist, soar, and surprise at every turn
Joining the cast are brand-new playable riders, each with their own boarding style, personality, and signature moves. And yes — the trailer confirms some delightfully unexpected contenders, including a giant snowboarding kaiju and a living taco, because why not?

Trick. Boost. Repeat. Master the Mountain.

At its core, HYPERyuki is built on speed, style, and satisfaction:
- Fluid trick system — string together grabs, grinds, flips, and spins to build your boost meter
- Boost to the lead — go faster, fly farther, and unlock even more spectacular manoeuvres
- Flow rewards everything — the smoother your run, the higher your score and the wilder your combos
- Accessible depth — easy to pick up, with layers of technique for those chasing the perfect run
A free demo is on the way to Steam so you can feel the rush for yourself before launch.

Coming Everywhere — Next Year

HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate is scheduled to land on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch in 2027. Wishlist now to catch every update — and be first to know when that demo drops.

The Mountain’s Calling — Will You Answer?

The golden age of arcade snowboarding isn’t just back — it’s been upgraded, reimagined, and injected with enough neon energy to light up the longest night. The trailer has landed, the slopes are open, and HYPERyuki is ready to shred.

Watch the full gameplay reveal from The MIX Fall Showcase, wishlist HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate on Steam, and prepare to catch air like it’s 2002.

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19th October 2026
Rewrite Reality — Nonolith Emerges with Stunning Gameplay Trailer at The MIX Showcase
The NONOLITH consumes you.

Trapped inside an ancient, living structure where nothing is fixed and every wall can be reshaped, you hold unimaginable power — you just haven’t realised it yet. Solo developer Justcamh and publisher Inner Pocket have debuted a brand-new gameplay trailer for Nonolith during The MIX Fall Showcase, pulling back the curtain on one of the most intriguing puzzlers arriving on PC via Steam this Q4 2026.

The Prison That Bends to Your Will

You awaken within the Nonolith — a vast, mysterious organism of stone and light where every tile, platform, and barrier is yours to command. Copy it. Paste it. Move it. Rotate it. Destroy it. From the very first moment, you wield the tools to reshape the world around you entirely.

There are no gradual unlocks, no gated abilities, no artificial barriers — the full extent of your power is yours from the start. The challenge isn’t gaining new skills; it’s seeing the possibilities that have been there all along. Build bridges where none existed. Dig tunnels through solid ground. Rearrange the architecture to reveal hidden chambers. The world doesn’t just have puzzles — the world is the puzzle, and you hold every piece.

Nine Worlds — Your Path, Your Order

Nonolith spans nine distinct worlds, each brimming with secrets — and you can tackle them in any order you choose. This isn’t a straight line; it’s a sprawling, interconnected labyrinth where progress is defined by curiosity rather than sequence.

What looks like a simple platform on your first visit might reveal itself as a lever, a key, or a doorway when viewed through a new lens. The trailer showcases the game’s signature “metroidbrainia” design — where familiar mechanics suddenly click into entirely new uses, and a trick you learn in one corner rewires how you see the entire structure.

Escape Is Only the Beginning

Breaking free from the Nonolith isn’t the end — it’s the first milestone. The truly dedicated will find that beneath the surface lies a deeper, more complex web of mysteries:
- Game-spanning puzzles that connect worlds across the entire structure
- Hidden interactions between mechanics you thought you understood
- World-shattering secrets that reveal the terrifying truth of what the Nonolith actually is
Master the structure completely, and the Nonolith itself will bow to your will. Multiple endings await — some just out of reach, others hidden in the darkest corners of the labyrinth.

Beautiful, Accessible, and Ready to Try Now

Nonolith delivers striking minimalist pixel art paired with a haunting, atmospheric soundtrack composed by Clockmaker — all wrapped in a package designed to be welcoming as well as wonderful:
- Demo available now on Steam — play before you decide
- Full controller support + keyboard-only option
- Localised into 11 languages — English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese-Brazil, Russian, and Simplified Chinese
- Runs almost anywhere — just 100 MB storage space; supports Windows, macOS, and SteamOS + Linux
- Steam Achievements, Cloud Saves, and Family Sharing included
The Walls Are Waiting — Will You Bend Them?

Nonolith isn’t just about solving puzzles — it’s about realising how much power you’ve held all along. When every piece of the world is yours to move, the only real limit is your imagination.

Wishlist Nonolith on Steam, download the free demo, and watch the trailer from The MIX Showcase now. The structure has waited eons for someone to understand it. Will you be the one to rewrite it?

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19th October 2026
Bloom of Doom — Nyra and the Garden of Moros Unveiled in Stunning Showcase Debut
The old world is dying. Its forgotten guardians are corrupted. And somewhere beneath the ruins, an ancient god is beginning to wake.

Solo indie developer Resting Relic has officially lifted the lid on Nyra and the Garden of Moros, a hauntingly beautiful open-world action-adventure heading to PC via Steam — accompanied by a breathtaking gameplay trailer that premiered at The MIX Fall Showcase 2026.

A Prison Broken, a World Fading

Long ago, the god of doom Moros was bound by twelve sacred seals and locked away — each entrusted to a legendary Keeper, colossal beings of earth and stone who stood watch for generations. But the bonds have frayed. The prison has shattered. And now corruption spreads like a blight across the land.

You are Nyra, seeking a cure to the creeping curse that threatens everything you know. Your journey leads you into the crumbling remains of the Old Empire — and there you discover the terrible truth: Moros is waking. The twelve seals are scattered, their Keepers twisted and corrupted by the very darkness they once held back.

Your mission is clear — yet far from simple: recover all twelve seals, restore the prison, and stop Moros before his corruption blooms in full. But the path you take to get there is yours to choose.

Climb Giants, Choose Mercy — Or Wield Force

The Keepers are not mere bosses — they are living, walking temples, each unique, each vast, each a world unto themselves. To reclaim their seals, you must climb them: scale their stony hides, navigate ancient armour and overgrown ridges, and reach the heart of each colossus.

Here lies the game’s defining choice:
- The Path of Force — Destroy the corrupted Keeper, reclaim the seal swiftly, and move on.
- The Harder Path — Endure the burden of the curse itself to cleanse and save the Keeper. It costs more, risks more — but preserves something the world still needs.
Every decision leaves its mark. The world, the characters you meet, and the fate of the Keepers themselves shift with your choices — there is no single “right” way to save a dying world.

A Companion Through the Ruins — Meet Rama

You won’t face this alone. Rama, your loyal wolf companion since childhood, walks every step with you. He’s more than a mount — he’s a partner: guiding you through hidden trails, lending strength in quiet moments, and standing beside you when the darkness closes in. Together you’ll traverse dark forests, desolate plains, echoing caves, and palace halls reclaimed by wildness — a moody, atmospheric open world brimming with forgotten places, gentle puzzles, lost creatures, and unexpected friends.

Crafted with Heart — Made for Everyone

Built by a solo developer, Nyra and the Garden of Moros is designed to be as accessible as it is immersive:
- Full controller support recommended, with native support for Xbox, DualShock, and more
- Localised from day one: English audio + subtitles in Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, French, Italian, Portuguese-Brazil, and more
- Runs beautifully on modest hardware — GTX 770 minimum, GTX 1080 recommended, 4GB RAM minimum, just 4GB storage needed
- Steam store page live now — wishlist to follow development and be notified at launch
The Garden Awaits — Will You Save It, Or Avenge It?

The trailer has landed, the Keepers are stirring, and Moros is waking. Resting Relic has crafted not just an adventure, but a question: when the world is ending, do you fight to save it — or do you fight to save what makes it worth saving?

Wishlist Nyra and the Garden of Moros on Steam now, watch the gameplay reveal from The MIX Fall Showcase, and prepare to step into the garden. The seals are waiting.

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19th October 2026
Lost in the Stars, Fighting to Get Home — N.E.O.N. HORIZON Unveils a Century-Old Space Mystery
More than a century ago, humanity initiated Project N.E.O.N. — the Navigational Expedition for Observable Nothingness.

At the heart of the project was NH-017, an autonomous research station governed by artificial intelligence. It spent seventy-one years crossing the silent gulfs of interstellar space before reaching its destination: Horizon. What it found there didn’t just change the mission — it rewrote everything humanity thought it knew about the void beyond.

Cut off from Earth, surrounded by threats it never anticipated, NH-017 began building and launching remote-controlled starships through hostile territory — desperate to pierce the darkness, reach Horizon itself, and send a warning back across the light-years before it’s too late. That is the story of N.E.O.N. HORIZON, the striking sci-fi roguelite bullet hell from independent developer NeonGameStudio.

The Mission That Uncovered Something Unimaginable

Project N.E.O.N. was humanity’s boldest leap: to send an automated probe to the very edge of known space and see what lay beyond. NH-017’s journey spanned seven decades — no crew, no contact, just a silent beacon drifting outward. When it finally arrived at Horizon, the station made a discovery so profound, so dangerous, that its mission shifted instantly from exploration to survival.

Horizon isn’t an empty frontier — it’s a threshold. And something is guarding it.

Stranded and alone, NH-017 has only one option: construct starship after starship, sending them through escalating waves of enemies in a bid to break through, reach Horizon, and transmit the truth home. You are the pilot — or rather, the fleet commander — guiding these vessels, designing every ship from the hull up, and fighting through 100 progressively deadly waves to uncover the secret at the edge of existence.

Build. Survive. Evolve. Reach Horizon.

N.E.O.N. HORIZON blends tight, top-down bullet hell combat with deep roguelite progression and shipbuilding freedom. No two runs play the same — and your choices define every sortie:
- Full Ship Customisation — Start with a frame and build it your way: install weapons, defensive systems, engines, and experimental modules. Mix and match to create everything from agile strike craft to lumbering heavy bastions.
- Relics & Synergies — Discover powerful relics and hidden combinations that turn standard loadouts into unstoppable forces. Experimentation isn’t just encouraged — it’s essential as enemies grow faster, deadlier, and more numerous.
- 100 Waves of Rising Danger — The threat escalates relentlessly. Every run pushes you to adapt, learn patterns, and unlock permanent upgrades that strengthen your fleet for the next attempt.
- Stylised, Atmospheric Action — With a striking minimalist aesthetic and noir-tinged sci-fi tone, the game leans into the loneliness and tension of deep space — paired with an adrenaline-pumping soundtrack that hits harder the deeper you go.
Made with Heart, Available Now to Try

N.E.O.N. HORIZON is the work of Ukrainian developer Denys Romanov, founder of NeonGameStudio, created as a deeply personal project from Mariupol. A demo is already live on Steam, drawing strong attention during the Ukrainian Games Festival 2026, with full release coming soon. The game supports five languages, including Ukrainian, with English plus ten more at launch, and runs smoothly on modest hardware — minimum specs start at just 4GB RAM and a GTX 750 Ti, with full controller support from day one.

The Signal Has Been Sent — Will You Answer the Call?

NH-017 has waited 71 years. It has built ships, lost fleets, and kept broadcasting across the silence. The truth about Horizon is out there — and it’s up to you to bring it home.

Wishlist N.E.O.N. HORIZON on Steam now, play the demo, and join the expedition. The edge of space is waiting.

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19th October 2026