Category: Gaming News

  • Clues, Contradictions & Crime — Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction Launches October 15!

    Clues, Contradictions & Crime — Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction Launches October 15!

    Publisher Yogscast Games and Bristol-based indie developer Gilded Rune Games have officially announced that Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction — the genre-bending single-player social deduction roguelite — arrives on SteamThursday 15 October 2026, with a 20% launch discount available at release.


    What Is Dupery? — Everyone Is a Suspect. Most Are Lying.

    Social deduction games usually need a group of friends — one of whom is definitely lying. Dupery brings that tension entirely to single-player. You’re a detective in a noir city infiltrated by a criminal syndicate. Every case drops you into a grid of suspects who make statements — but Innocents tell the truth, Underlings lie, Traitors deceive, and Meddlers muddle the facts. Compare statements, spot contradictions, and arrest the guilty — but get it wrong, and your reputation tanks. Too many mistakes, and you’re fired.

    The Core Hook

    • 175+ handcrafted roles across four categories: Innocent, Meddler, Underling, Traitor
    • Procedurally generated cases — no two investigations play the same way
    • Reputation system — preserve your standing; wrongful arrests cost you progress
    • 3 distinct regions — each with unique mechanics, quirks, and dedicated role pools
    • In-game notation toolkit — build your own crime board, track alibis, and mark contradictions
    • Roguelite structure — fail, reset, learn patterns, and take down the syndicate one case at a time

    Release Details

    DetailInfo
    DeveloperGilded Rune Games (Bristol, UK — 3-person indie studio)
    PublisherYogscast Games
    Release Date15 October 2026
    PlatformPC — Steam
    Launch Offer20% discount at launch
    Price£TBD / $TBD (discount applied automatically)
    Steam PageLive now — wishlist today
    DemoAvailable now on Steam

    Why It Stands Out

    Social deduction is traditionally a multiplayer space — Among Us, Secret Hitler, Town of Salem. Dupery is the first to fully translate that suspicion-and-trust loop into a compelling solo experience. Every suspect has a role that dictates how they communicate — some lie outright, others omit, some accidentally mislead. Decoding that web of deceit entirely on your own is a uniquely satisfying mental workout.

    The game built buzz through the Tiny Teams Festival and a community ARG that had players solving puzzles before release. Early previews call it “Minesweeper where half the numbers are lying” — tense, replayable, and endlessly clever.


    The syndicate runs the city. Only you can untangle the lies. Will you arrest the guilty… or will you get duped?

    More Info: https://s.team/a/3845070


    #Dupery #SoloDeduction #YogscastGames #GildedRuneGames #Roguelite #MysteryGame #IndieDev #BristolGames #Steam #PCGaming #TechMash

  • Fire, Rain & Fresh Frontlines — WARDOGS Season 2 Launches October 15!

    Fire, Rain & Fresh Frontlines — WARDOGS Season 2 Launches October 15!

    BULKHEAD and publisher Team17 have officially confirmed Season 2 of WARDOGS drops globally Thursday 15 October 2026 on Steam. The massive update lands barely a month after the game’s explosive September Early Access launch, bringing new weapons, vehicles, weather systems, gameplay overhauls, and a fresh take on the 100-player tactical FPS experience.


    What’s Coming — The Season 2 Breakdown

    New Firepower

    Four weapons enter the fight, expanding loadout options across every range:

    • TCX Spear — high-precision battle rifle
    • M14 — hard-hitting semi-auto classic
    • PP-19 Bizon — high-capacity SMG for close-quarters dominance
    • Evo-3 Ultra — cutting-edge energy sidearm

    Plus the Molotov cocktail — a fiery throwable to deny cover and flush enemies out.

    New Vehicles — Wheels & Firepower

    VehicleRole
    Wolf-110 — Light ReconFast, agile, perfect for rapid deployment
    Wolf-110 Assault — Combat VariantArmoured up with heavy weaponry
    T-72 — Main Battle TankHeavy armour, crushing firepower
    Flakpanzer Gepard — Anti-Air DefenceDominate the skies and rain fire from above

    Buildables & Dynamic Weather

    • Three new deployable structures to fortify forward positions
    • Rain weather system — falling visibility, dampened sound, slick ground, and thunder that masks movement. The battlefield literally changes with the weather

    Wager System & Faction Balance

    • Experimental Wager Vendor — stake your in-game cash for bigger rewards or walk away empty-handed
    • Lonestar (Blue Team) bonuses — cash and XP boosts to level the playing field
    • Catch-up mechanics — 20% vendor discount for those joining mid-battle
    • Faction balancing — team-switching limits and spawn improvements to keep fights fair

    Progression & Balance Overhaul

    • Full Season 1 Wipe — existing cash converts to permanent Gold Bars for cosmetics; XP banks toward future skill trees
    • Weapon damage adjustments, suppression rework, armour tuning, and building cost rebalancing — mortar and drill meta get targeted fixes
    • New player protection — Low-Level Infantry Mode to ease newcomers in

    Release & Roadmap

    DetailInfo
    DeveloperBULKHEAD
    PublisherTeam17
    Release15 October 2026 — Steam Early Access
    Player Count100-player tactical FPS
    PriceEarly Access pricing applies
    Future UpdatesMore seasons, balance passes, and features planned throughout development

    Why It Matters

    Launching to huge enthusiasm in September, WARDOGS proved there’s an appetite for massive, gritty, tactical online combat. Season 2 isn’t just new content — it’s a response. BULKHEAD has listened to thousands of players, reining in overpowered strategies, smoothing the newcomer experience, and adding depth that will keep veterans invested. With rain changing how you see, hear, and fight, and vehicles shifting frontlines overnight, the game is evolving fast — and this is just the second step.

    The frontline resets 15 October. Will you be ready?

    More Info – https://www.team17.com/games/wardogs


    #WARDOGS #BULKHEAD #Team17 #Season2 #TacticalFPS #SteamEarlyAccess #100PlayerGame #GamingNews #TechMash

  • Robots, Ruins & Running Scared — Expendabots Lands on Steam!

    Robots, Ruins & Running Scared — Expendabots Lands on Steam!

    Developer Collision Games and publisher Blue Brain Games have officially launched Expendabots on Steam for PC and Mac — a delightfully tense 1–4 player co-op horror-extraction game where you play as disposable robots sent to scavenge dangerous, procedurally generated islands and dungeons, grab what you can carry, and get out before everything goes very, very wrong.


    The Premise — Replaceable, Not Disposable

    You’re an Expendabot: clunky, cute, and sent into the Custody Zone — a forbidden archipelago sealed off from the world — to recover lost tech and relics. You’re outmatched, outgunned, and easily broken. But you’re not alone. Up to three friends can join you — and when one falls, the squad can recover their mechanical heart, bring it back to base, and print them a fresh body. The mission survives. You might, too.


    Every Run Is Different

    FeatureThe Lowdown
    Procedurally Generated WorldsNo two islands or dungeons play the same — new paths, threats, and layouts every time
    Stealth-First SurvivalEnemies react to sight and sound — keep quiet, kill your lights, stick together
    Portable 3D PrintingScavenge materials and craft survival gear, tools, and distraction decoys on the fly
    Squad Revival SystemRetrieve a fallen teammate’s heart ? return to the printer ? they’re back in action
    Shared Jump ScaresOnline-synchronized frights — if one person screams, everyone hears it
    Full Cross-Platform SupportPlay together on Windows and macOS
    9 Languages SupportedEnglish, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Czech, Polish, Portuguese-Brazil, Slovak

    How It Plays

    1. Deploy — Drop onto a mysterious island or descend into a dark, abandoned dungeon
    2. Scavenge — Gather resources, filament, and valuable tech while staying hidden
    3. Craft — Use your on-board 3D printer to make tools, distractions, and survival gear
    4. Survive — Sneak past horrors, run when spotted, and help your squad escape
    5. Extract — Make it to the rendezvous point before the island is lost — with your loot and your friends

    Release & Platform Details

    DetailInfo
    DeveloperCollision Games
    PublisherBlue Brain Games
    PlatformsSteam — Windows PC + macOS
    DemoFree playable demo live now
    Full Release2026
    Players1–4 (Online Co-op)
    Minimum Specs (PC)Win 10; i5-7600; 4 GB RAM; GTX 1080; 6 GB storage
    Minimum Specs (Mac)macOS 12; Apple M1; 4 GB RAM; 6 GB storage

    Why It Stands Out

    Expendabots balances two things that rarely work together: genuine tension and genuine charm. Your robot is goofy, expressive, and clunky — but the dungeons are dark, the monsters are terrifying, and one wrong noise can bring the whole hunt down on your squad. It’s extraction without the sweat, horror without the cruelty, and teamwork where nobody gets left behind — even if they do need to be 3D-printed back into existence.

    The demo is live right now on Steam — perfect for a scare with friends. The full game arrives later this year.

    Stay quiet. Stick together. And don’t forget to grab your heart on the way out.

    More Info – https://expendabots.com/


    #Expendabots #CollisionGames #BlueBrainGames #CoOpHorror #ExtractionGame #Robots #ProceduralGeneration #Steam #PCGaming #MacGaming #TechMash

  • Blast From the Past — BLASTER! Returns After 29 Years, Restored for Modern PCs!

    Blast From the Past — BLASTER! Returns After 29 Years, Restored for Modern PCs!

    Almost three decades since it first blazed onto screens, BLASTER! — the legendary 1997 sci-fi arcade shooter from Poland’s Metropolis Software House — has officially returned. Publisher TopWare Interactive launched the extensively restored edition on Steam and GOG on 9 October 2026, bringing a long-lost piece of European gaming history to a worldwide audience for the very first time.


    The Story — From Katharsis to the World

    Originally released in Poland as Katharsis for MS-DOS, BLASTER! was one of the country’s earliest and most ambitious homegrown shooters — a fast, ferocious Defender-style side-scroller where you pilot the starfighter Eagle across 20 levels, fending off swarms of enemies while protecting vulnerable ground targets. For years, it remained largely unknown outside its homeland — until now.

    This restoration preserves every level, enemy, mechanic, and gameplay beat exactly as it was in 1997. Nothing has been rebalanced, redesigned, or dumbed down.


    Restored, Not Rewritten

    The team’s philosophy was simple: respect the past, refresh the presentation. You can switch between two modes at any time via the launcher:

    ModeWhat You Get
    OriginalPure 1997 experience — untouched graphics, audio, and cutscenes
    EnhancedUpgraded visuals, reworked cutscenes, remastered sound effects — all layered over the unchanged gameplay

    What’s New for 2026

    • Official English & Russian language support — a first in the game’s history
    • Two bonus levels — fresh challenges built in the original style
    • Additional Eagle skin — fly in style without altering the action
    • Full modern PC compatibility — runs natively on Windows 10/11, no DOSBox required
    • Deluxe Edition extras — remastered soundtrack, four extra ship skins, bonus power-up, digital wallpapers

    Release Details

    DetailInfo
    Original DeveloperMetropolis Software House (Poland, 1997)
    PublisherTopWare Interactive
    Release Date9 October 2026
    PlatformsSteam + GOG (PC)
    Price~$7.99 / €7.99 — Launch discount available
    Deluxe EditionBase game + soundtrack + extras — ~$10.99 / €10.99
    Playtime20+ levels — tough, unforgiving, authentic arcade length

    On the Restoration

    “BLASTER! is not being remade — it is being remembered. We didn’t want to reinvent it. We wanted to make sure it could be played, seen, and heard exactly as its creators intended — by everyone, everywhere.”

    — TopWare Interactive

    Metropolis Software House, the original studio behind Katharsis / BLASTER!, later became part of CD Projekt and closed in 2009 — making this release something of a final tribute to their pioneering work.


    Why It Matters

    In an era of endless remakes and reimaginings, BLASTER! stands apart: a restoration, not a rewrite. It’s a window into 1990s Polish game development — ambitious, uncompromising, and fiercely fun — now accessible to all. Whether you lived through the DOS era or just love tight, reflex-driven arcade action, this is one blast from the past worth taking.

    The Eagle is airborne again. The galaxy needs you.

    More Info – https://s.team/a/4959180


    #BLASTER #Katharsis #TopWareInteractive #MetropolisSoftware #RetroGaming #ArcadeShooter #PCGaming #Steam #GOG #Restoration #TechMash

  • Build, Bash & Brawl — Hack ‘n’ Stack Launches Today on Steam & Switch!

    Build, Bash & Brawl — Hack ‘n’ Stack Launches Today on Steam & Switch!

    Forget playing nice. Hack ‘n’ Stack, the gleefully chaotic new physics-powered party game from Quebec-based independent studio Triple Boris and publishing label Dodo Tako, is out today on Steam (PC/Mac) and Nintendo Switch, priced $19.99 USD. Gather your friends, grab whatever isn’t nailed down, and defend your base — by any means necessary.


    What Is Hack ‘n’ Stack?

    It’s tower defence — but everything is physics, everything is stackable, and almost everything can be used as a weapon. Up to four players team up (or turn on each other) to scavenge materials, slap together barricades and turrets, and hold back waves of invaders determined to flatten your fort.

    • Build from anything — wood, stone, scrap, even cake. If you can lift it, you can stack it
    • Physics-powered mayhem — towers wobble, walls collapse, and well-placed blocks can crush enemies outright
    • Co-op for up to 4 — local split-screen or online play; share resources, split the work, and watch whose defences fall first
    • Chaos is a feature — friendly fire is real, misfiring turrets happen, and your best-laid plans will frequently collapse spectacularly

    How It Plays

    PhaseWhat You Do
    Scavenge — Gather blocks and materials across the mapGrab anything that looks useful. Drag it, haul it, hurl it
    Build — Stack walls, craft turrets, shore up defencesTaller isn’t always stronger — physics rules all
    Defend — Fend off incoming waves togetherOperate turrets, repair breaches, bash enemies with leftover blocks
    Repeat — Survive, improve, survive longerEach wave brings bigger threats and better loot

    Launch Details

    DetailInfo
    DeveloperTriple Boris Inc. (Quebec, Canada)
    PublisherDodo Tako / Sticky Rice Games
    Available NowSteam (PC/Mac) + Nintendo Switch
    Price$19.99 USD
    Players1–4 (local split-screen / online co-op)
    LanguagesEnglish + French
    GenrePhysics co-op tower defence/party game
    Release Date9 Oct 2026

    Why It Stands Out

    Most co-op games ask you to play nice. Hack ‘n’ Stack doesn’t mind if you play practical. Need to block a gap? Stack a wall. Need more firepower? Build a turret. Need to stop an enemy right now? Heave a boulder at their head. The physics system turns every match into a comedy of errors and comebacks — and that’s exactly the point.

    Triple Boris, the indie studio behind it all, has been crafting fun, approachable multiplayer experiences for years. With Hack ‘n’ Stack, they’ve fused tower defence strategy with the pure, unscripted joy of stacking things until they fall over — and it’s out today.


    Grab your friends. Start stacking. Try not to knock your own defences down.

    More Info – https://hacknstackgame.com/

    #HackNStack #TripleBoris #DodoTako #PartyGame #TowerDefense #CoOp #NintendoSwitch #Steam #IndieDev #QuebecGames #TechMash

  • Decks, Defence & Deliciously Devastating Combos — Tower Tactics II Lands in Steam Early Access!

    Decks, Defence & Deliciously Devastating Combos — Tower Tactics II Lands in Steam Early Access!

    Developer asraworks and publisher Assemble Entertainment have officially unleashed Tower Tactics II, the roguelike deck-building tower-defence sequel, into Steam Early Access as of 8 October 2026. The follow-up to the acclaimed Tower Tactics: Liberation blends card-crafting cunning with relentless wave survival — and it’s bigger, bolder, and far more ridiculous than before.


    The Premise — Your Deck Is Your Defence

    Enemies pour in, wave after wave. You don’t just build towers — you build a strategy. Every tower placement, every card drawn, every combo chained together shapes how you hold the line. And when things get tough? You go back to the deck, refine your approach, and come back stronger.

    • No two runs play the same — roguelike structure means fresh cards, layouts, and challenges every time
    • Stack the absurd — uncover wildly overpowered synergies and laugh as enemies melt before your increasingly ridiculous defences
    • Master the Sanctuary — permanent progression hub where you unlock cards, trinkets, and upgrades to take into future runs

    What’s New in the Sequel

    FeatureDetails
    Hero Cards — game-changing units with unique abilitiesTurn the tide of battle with one-off power plays
    Status Effects — Burn, Poison, Frail & moreStack damage over time, weaken armour, and cripple swarms
    Card Items — customise individual cardsModify your deck on the fly for perfect synergy
    5 Playable CharactersDistinct starting decks and playstyles
    80+ Hours of Content at LaunchCampaign spanning the Sal’koth sector, with more coming
    Map Editor + Steam WorkshopBuild your own battlegrounds or download community creations
    Full Controller & Steam Deck SupportDefend from anywhere

    Early Access Roadmap

    asraworks plans to keep the game in Early Access for 1–2 years, refining balance and adding content based on community feedback:

    • Now — Core campaign, 5 characters, base card pool, Workshop integration
    • Ongoing — New cards, trinkets, enemy types, and story expansions
    • Full Release — Polished experience, complete meta-progression, and all planned modes

    Release Details

    DetailInfo
    Developerasraworks
    PublisherAssemble Entertainment
    Early Access Launch8 October 2026
    PlatformPC — Steam + Steam Deck
    Price£TBD / $TBD (Early Access pricing)
    WishlistLive now on Steam

    Why It Matters

    The first Tower Tactics: Liberation earned a loyal following by proving deckbuilding and tower defence were made for each other. The sequel takes that winning formula and supersizes it — hero cards, deeper customisation, community tools, and a campaign that promises over 80 hours right out the gate. Whether you’re chasing the perfect combo or just want to watch thousands of enemies bounce off your absurdly overpowered walls, Tower Tactics II has you covered.

    The deck is shuffled. The waves are coming. Build something beautiful — and utterly unbreakable.

    More Info – https://s.team/a/3749130


    #TowerTacticsII #asraworks #AssembleEntertainment #Deckbuilder #TowerDefense #Roguelike #SteamEarlyAccess #StrategyGames #PCGaming #TechMash

  • Shadows, Snipers & Showdowns — Ghost Justice Demo Drops for Steam Next Fest!

    Shadows, Snipers & Showdowns — Ghost Justice Demo Drops for Steam Next Fest!

    Centurion Developments, the studio behind acclaimed WWII tactical title Forgotten but Unbroken, has unleashed a free playable demo for Ghost Justice — their tense, turn-based tactical strategy set amid a brutal narco-conflict. Live now on Steam and running through Steam Next Fest (October 19–26), the demo drops players into Miami, 1992 for two gripping missions, with the full game scheduled to arrive Q1 2027.


    Demo Briefing — Miami, 1992: Two Missions, One Lead

    You command Team Alpha, an elite strike unit tracking a cartel conspiracy from the streets of Miami. The demo features two connected missions that showcase the game’s core philosophy: plan smart, strike quiet, vanish clean.

    Mission 1 — The Raid Gone Wrong

    A routine police raid on a suspected cartel safehouse explodes into a deadly firefight. Your team is called in to support — but what you uncover inside points to a sprawling network far bigger than anyone imagined. Gather intel, flank positions, and extract vital evidence before the cartel reinforces.

    Mission 2 — The Attorney on the Run

    The trail leads to a corrupt legal figure packing his bags for Mexico, guarded by well-armed mercenaries. Storm the gates for a direct assault… or slip in unseen and neutralise the target before his escorts know you’re there. How you approach it is entirely your call.


    What Makes Ghost Justice Stand Out

    FeatureThe Lowdown
    Stealth-First TacticsInfiltrate undetected, track patrols, and eliminate key targets without triggering alarms — quiet is often deadlier
    Coordinated Multi-Team PlayCommand separate squads across the map; synchronise movements, strike from multiple angles, and pull off precision ambushes
    Specialist OperativesDeploy spotters, snipers, breachers and more — build a task force tailored to every mission profile
    Intelligence GatheringStudy enemy positions, map patrol routes, and identify weak points before you commit — knowledge is your most powerful weapon
    Full Game ScopeBeyond Miami: remote settlements, dense jungle territories, and high-stakes operations inspired by real-world anti-cartel efforts
    Release WindowQ1 2027 — PC via Steam
    LanguagesEnglish, French, German, Spanish, Czech, Polish, Simplified Chinese

    Specs & Steam Next Fest Details

    DetailInfo
    Demo LiveRight now on Steam — search “Ghost Justice”
    Steam Next FestOctober 19–26, 2026 — demo fully playable throughout
    Full Game LaunchQ1 2027
    Minimum SpecsWin 10/11 64-bit; i3 / Phenom II X4; 8 GB RAM; GTX 950 / R9 270x; 30 GB space
    RecommendedWin 10/11 64-bit; i5 3GHz / Ryzen 3 3.1GHz; 16 GB RAM; GTX 1060 / RX 480; 30 GB space

    Why It Matters

    Centurion Developments earned respect with Forgotten but Unbroken — a tactical game that prioritised careful planning over brute force. They’re bringing that same design philosophy to a thoroughly modern setting: 1990s Miami, cartel influence, and shadow operations where the line between justice and vengeance blurs.

    The demo isn’t just a taste — it’s a complete tactical arc. Two missions, one story, and every decision yours to make. Will you kick down the door, or slip through the window?

    The cartel is watching. Are you ready?

    More Info – https://centuriondevelopments.sk


    #GhostJustice #CenturionDevelopments #TurnBasedTactics #SteamNextFest #DemoAvailable #StrategyGaming #PCGaming #ForgottenButUnbroken #TechMash

  • Bars, Blueprints & Big Escapes — The Escapists 3 Breaks Cover for 2027!

    Bars, Blueprints & Big Escapes — The Escapists 3 Breaks Cover for 2027!

    Team17 has officially sprung the biggest reveal of the season: The Escapists 3, the long-awaited next chapter in the award-winning prison escape franchise, unveiled for the very first time during the Triple-I Initiative Showcase. Ditching the series’ signature pixel art for a vibrant fully 3D sandbox, it’s locked in for a 2027 release on PC and consoles — and yes, you can wishlist it right now on Steam.


    Everything You Know — Now in Full 3D

    Prison has rules. You have other plans.

    For nearly a decade, The Escapists has been the gold standard of creative, chaotic breakout gameplay. Now the perspective shifts entirely — but the mission stays the same: study the routine, loot the supplies, craft the impossible, and get out.

    • Five distinct prisons — each with unique layouts, guard routines, secrets, and surrounding landscapes. Beyond the walls lies dense forest, rugged canyons, ancient catacombs and treacherous waters
    • 120+ items & weapons to scavenge, trade and craft. Almost anything can become part of an escape plan — whether it should is another matter entirely
    • No single solution — dig, climb, sneak, fight, disguise, improvise. There are good plans, bad plans, and the occasional plan involving molten chocolate
    • Skill progression — earn XP, unlock abilities, and tailor your inmate to your preferred escape style. Customise your cell while you’re at it

    Break Out Better With Friends

    Escaping is great — escaping together is better. The Escapists 3 supports:

    ModeDetails
    Online Co-opUp to 4 players — divide the workload, time things perfectly, execute the perfect breakout… and find out who’s useless with a shovel
    Local Split-Screen2 players on one device — old-school couch co-op returns
    Solo PlayTackle every prison at your own pace, no distractions, no deadweight partners

    Release & Platforms

    DetailInfo
    Developer / PublisherTeam17
    Revealed9 Oct 2026 — Triple-I Initiative Showcase
    Release Window2027
    PlatformsPC (Steam), PS5, Xbox Series X
    Steam PageLive now — wishlist today!
    PriceTo be announced
    System RequirementsTo be announced

    On the Record

    “The Escapists, as a series, has been both a breakout and runaway success for Team17. As such, I’m delighted that we’re offering players the chance to become institutionalised once more — but this time in fully realised, 3D correctional facilities. It’s a fresh perspective on a fan favourite, and today’s announcement is just a sneak peek of what’s to come.”

    — Harley Homewood, General Manager, Team17


    Why It Matters

    It’s been roughly nine years since the franchise last arrived — and The Escapists 3 doesn’t just continue the story, it evolves it. The leap to 3D opens up verticality, visibility, and entirely new approaches to scouting and breaking prisons. Yet at its core, it’s still about the same magic: junk turned into tools, observation turned into opportunity, and that glorious moment when your plan finally clicks — or spectacularly unravels.

    Roll call is coming. Will you be there… or will you be gone?

    More Info – https://officialtheescapists.com/


    #TheEscapists3 #Team17 #PrisonEscape #SandboxGame #CoOp #GamingNews #Steam #TripleIInitiative #TechMash

  • Cards, Chains & the Guillotine — Lazare’s Sacrifice Announced for Spring 2027!

    Cards, Chains & the Guillotine — Lazare’s Sacrifice Announced for Spring 2027!

    Developer Dream Reality Interactive and publisher Curve Games have officially pulled back the curtain on Lazare’s Sacrifice, a gripping narrative deckbuilder set amid the blood-soaked chaos of the French Revolution. Revealed during the Triple-I Initiative showcase and crafted in collaboration with Damien Monnier, creator of the original Gwent: The Witcher Card Game, this high-stakes tale of survival and conspiracy arrives on PC via Steam in Spring 2027.


    The Setting — Lose a Duel, Lose Your Head

    You are General Lazare Hoche — once revered, now betrayed. Imprisoned within the stone walls of Carmes Prison, you await your turn at the guillotine. The streets of Paris run red; allies become traitors overnight, and no one is safe. But a twisted game offers a sliver of hope: defeat your fellow inmates in deadly psychological card duels, and you may yet live. Fail — and the blade falls.


    The Core Mechanic — Everything Has a Price

    What sets Lazare’s Sacrifice apart from every other deckbuilder is the very thing that gives it its name: you must sacrifice to win. To unleash your most devastating plays, you actively give up something precious:

    • Sacrifice cards to power game-changing effects
    • Surrender board slots to open up tactical possibilities
    • Spend your own health to tip the scales in your favour

    Push too far, and you won’t survive the cost. Hold back, and the guillotine claims you anyway. Every match becomes a high-wire act of risk, reward, and ruthless calculation.


    Game Modes & Features

    FeatureDetails
    Story ModeExplore Carmes Prison, uncover conspiracies, solve puzzles, and confront historical figures — each with their own agenda
    Tower ModeTest your tactical mastery in a gauntlet of escalating difficulty with custom-built decks
    Four FactionsMaster distinct playstyles, scavenge rare cards, and strip defeated opponents’ decks to build your arsenal
    Multiple EndingsYour choices shape Lazare’s fate and the truth behind his imprisonment
    Designed by a LegendCreative leadership from Damien Monnier, architect of Gwent, ensuring deep, balanced, rewarding strategy
    System RequirementsWindows 10 64-bit; GTX 970 / RX 290 minimum; RTX 2060 / RX 5600 XT recommended; 25 GB storage

    Release & Platforms

    DetailInfo
    TitleLazare’s Sacrifice
    DeveloperDream Reality Interactive
    PublisherCurve Games
    ReleaseSpring 2027 — PC (Steam)
    LanguagesEnglish (Interface + Full Audio + Subtitles)
    Steam PageLive now — wishlist today!

    Why It Matters

    Deckbuilders often ask what you will play. — Lazare’s Sacrifice asks what you will give up. With a proven design talent behind it, a haunting historical setting, and a central mechanic that turns every advantage into a moral and tactical gamble, this is shaping up to be far more than just another card game. It’s a thriller played out one hand at a time — and the stakes have never been higher.

    The prison gates are open. The deck is in your hands. Will you play to survive… or will you play to win?

    More Info – https://www.playsacrifice.com/


    #LazaresSacrifice #CurveGames #DreamRealityInteractive #Deckbuilder #Gwent #DamienMonnier #FrenchRevolution #PCGaming #Steam #GamingNews #TechMash

  • Blades, Bonaparte & Blood — Valor Mortis Launches October 13 With Star-Studded Cast!

    Blades, Bonaparte & Blood — Valor Mortis Launches October 13 With Star-Studded Cast!

    Lyrical Games has officially dropped the launch trailer for Valor Mortis, the blistering first-person Soulslike from Ghostrunner creators One More Level, arriving worldwide Tuesday 13 October 2026 — 5:00 PM UTC across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and launching day one on Xbox Game Pass.

    The game pairs breakneck, skill-driven combat with a supernatural reimagining of the Napoleonic Wars — and its voice cast is nothing short of spectacular: Vincent Cassel commands as Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, while Jennifer English takes the role of resistance leader The Shrike. Both have featured in brand-new behind-the-scenes interviews alongside the trailer reveal.


    What Is Valor Mortis?

    You are William Dowsett, a resurrected soldier of the Grande Armée thrust into a war twisted by dark magic. Across an occupied and corrupted Eastern Europe, you fight not just flesh and blood — but nightmare amalgamations and supernatural horrors. From the team that redefined first-person speed with Ghostrunner comes a Soulslike built for the same visceral perspective: every dodge, parry, strike and spell lands right in your face.

    Transmutations are your edge — eldritch powers channelled through your left hand that tear through enemies, manipulate the environment, and turn the tide of battle. Combat rewards stamina management, sharp timing, and aggressive adaptability — die, learn, rise again.


    A Cast of Award-Winning Heavyweights

    ActorRoleDistinction
    Vincent CasselNapoleon BonaparteCésar Award-winning actor
    Jennifer EnglishThe ShrikeBAFTA Award-winning voice actress
    James AlexanderWilliam DowsettProtagonist / Resurrected Legionnaire

    Cassel described his personal connection to the historical figure in his interview, noting Napoleon as “a cousin of the family” through his own ancestry, while English delved into bringing fierce rebel leader The Shrike to life. Both feature in dedicated behind-the-scenes featurettes released alongside the trailer.


    Launch Details

    DetailInfo
    Release DateTuesday 13 October 2026 — 5:00 PM UTC
    PlatformsPS5, Xbox Series X
    Standard Price$39.99 / €39.99 / 149.99 z?
    Deluxe Edition$59.99 / €59.99 / 199.99 z? — includes Major Story DLC (2027) + cosmetic packs
    SteamBundle discounts available
    New Game+Confirmed — coming Q4 2026

    Why It Matters

    One More Level earned its reputation making movement feel like power; Ghostrunner was lightning in first-person form. Now they turn that same intensity toward the punishing, rewarding Soulslike formula — and the result looks fierce, fast, and uniquely fresh. Add a period setting twisted into dark fantasy, a cinematic cast, and a price point that underscores confidence, and Valor Mortis is shaping up to be one of the boldest new releases of the month.

    New Game+ arrives before the year is out, and multiple free updates are planned to keep the fight going long after launch.

    History is rewritten. Empires fall. Will you stand?

    More Info – Valor Mortis


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  • Belts, Bullets & 200K Wishes — BELTFED Joins Hooded Horse!

    Belts, Bullets & 200K Wishes — BELTFED Joins Hooded Horse!

    Hooded Horse, the powerhouse publisher behind Manor Lords, Against the Storm, and Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, has officially added BELTFED — Roguelike Factory Defence to its prestigious portfolio. Developed by Cornwall-based two-man team Hello World Studios, this industrial-scale blend of automation, tower defence, and roguelike chaos has already rocketed past 200,000 Steam wishlists in under two weeks — and the hype shows zero signs of slowing.


    You Are the Machine — And the Machine Is Deadly

    In BELTFED, you play as a rogue AI with one unwavering mission: automate death. Your factory is not just a production hub — it is your weapon. Lay conveyor belts, wire up smelters, and feed assemblers; turn raw ore into bullets, lasers, mortar shells, and drone swarms — all while hundreds of thousands of ravenous alien bugs descend to tear your operation apart.

    This isn’t just defence — it’s industrialised extermination. A single run can see kill counts climb into the millions, with every weapon, wall, and turret fuelled entirely by the supply lines you build.


    What Makes BELTFED Stand Out

    FeatureThe Lowdown
    Factory AutomationBuild belts, furnaces, and assembly lines — your ammo is made, not found
    Roguelike StructureEvery run starts fresh; permanent meta-progression unlocks new tech
    Dynamic Upgrade CardsGame-changing modifiers — from exploding buildings to black-hole cannons
    Massive ScaleHundreds of thousands of enemies; kill counts in the millions per run
    The NexusYour core, your command centre — lose it, and the run ends
    Multiple PlanetsUnique worlds with distinct hazards and resources
    Custom LoadoutsPick your Nexus core and starting modules to match your playstyle
    Release Window2027 — PC via Steam

    The Hype Train Is Moving Fast

    The announcement trailer dropped and the internet took notice — fast. Surpassing 100,000 wishlists in 11 days before doubling down to hit 200,000+ in under two weeks, BELTFED has become one of the most-wanted upcoming strategy games on Steam. Millions have watched the trailer, captivated by the promise of satisfying automation fused with relentless, overwhelming combat.

    Hooded Horse CEO Tim Bender had this to say:

    “We played BELTFED, and it’s incredibly fun. The trailer rocks and has got people excited — but the game itself is going to knock their socks off.”

    Hello World Studios Lead Designer Toby Atkinson added:

    “I’m a lifelong strategy fan, and Hooded Horse has published some of my favourite games over the years. They know the genre inside out — so we couldn’t imagine anyone better to partner with.”


    From Cornwall to the World

    Hello World Studios is the brainchild of brothers Toby and Troy Atkinson, a two-person independent team based in the South West of England. BELTFED is their debut project — and with Hooded Horse now in their corner, they’re poised to deliver something truly special.

    A public demo is in development, though no release date has been confirmed yet. The full game is scheduled to arrive on Steam in 2027, with English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, and Simplified Chinese supported at launch.


    Why It Matters

    BELTFED sits at the intersection of three massive trends: satisfying factory automation, tense tower defence, and replayable roguelike progression. With a publisher that knows exactly how to nurture deep strategy games, a dev team pouring passion into every belt and bullet, and a player base already hungry for more — this is one to watch.

    The bugs are coming. Your factory is ready. Will you be there when the production lines open?

    More Info – BELTFED


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  • Wings, War-Machines & Who’s Next — Zenless Zone Zero 3.3: Journey to the Sky Lands October 21!

    Wings, War-Machines & Who’s Next — Zenless Zone Zero 3.3: Journey to the Sky Lands October 21!

    Global interactive entertainment powerhouse HoYoverse has officially lifted the lid on Zenless Zone Zero Version 3.3 — “Journey to the Sky”, launching globally Tuesday 21 October 2026 across PC, mobile, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and more. The update brings two elite S-Rank Agents, a game-changing mech-combat system, and the next thrilling chapter in the urban-fantasy ARPG’s story.


    Double S-Rank Showcase: Phoenix First, Severian Second

    Version 3.3 rolls out in two distinct banner phases, giving Proxies two powerhouse new allies to recruit:

    Phoenix — S-Rank Anomaly (Fire) — First Half

    Making her debut in the update’s opening phase is Phoenix, an S-Rank Fire Anomaly Agent whose name says it all: she can return from the brink of defeat with full health, turning near-certain wipeouts into dramatic comebacks. Her kit excels at amplifying damage against enemies afflicted with Anomaly status, making her a stellar centrepiece for reaction-focused squads.

    Severian — S-Rank Attack (Wind) — Second Half

    Arriving in the second half is Severian, an S-Rank Wind Attack Agent built around fluid, aggressive combat. His mechanics reward sharp timing: landing dodges and strikes builds “Flow” that he unleashes in devastating multi-hit combos. He also carries the “Shadow Flash” ability — automatically countering incoming attacks with a sweeping Raging Whirlwind while charging his momentum gauge. Expect him to dominate as a high-skill, high-reward main DPS.

    Story-wise, the pairing isn’t just tactical — it’s dramatic. The two serve rival authorities and harbour deep professional differences, yet are forced to operate together as events on Quietude Isle spiral. Can they put aside their friction to face the looming threat?


    Mech Combat: Pilot, Infiltrate, Dominate

    The biggest gameplay shake-up in Version 3.3 is the introduction of combat mech piloting. Proxies will suit up to infiltrate enemy-held bases, stepping into cockpits for a fresh hybrid fighting style that blends heavy melee strikes with ranged artillery barrages.

    This isn’t just a cosmetic reskin — mech combat operates with its own weighty, impactful rhythm:

    • Dual-threat engagement — swap between close-quarters crushing blows and long-range bombardment on the fly
    • Stealth & subterfuge — infiltrate occupied zones disguised as a friendly unit before striking
    • Distinct pacing — slower, heavier, and more imposing than standard Agent combat, offering a satisfying change of pace

    Story & Setting: The Sky’s the Limit

    Version 3.3 centres on Roscaelifer, a floating island nation cut off from the outside world. With access to Boastrum blocked, the only way forward lies through the occupied skyport of Quietude Isle. As the Proxy joins forces with Lindver, truths about the mysterious Three Sunbringers and the enigmatic Karma Cores begin to surface — promising major revelations for Zenless Zone Zero’s overarching lore.


    What & When

    DetailInfo
    Version3.3 “Journey to the Sky”
    Release Date21 October 2026
    Phase 1Phoenix (S-Rank Fire Anomaly)
    Phase 2Severian (S-Rank Wind Attack)
    New GameplayMech combat & infiltration missions
    PlatformsPC, iOS, Android, PS5, Xbox Series X/S

    Final Thoughts

    From one of gaming’s most reliably polished live-service pipelines comes an update that feels genuinely fresh: not just two new characters, but an entire new way to fight. Whether you’re here for the lore drops, the high-stakes pulls, or the chance to climb into a giant mech and tear it up, Journey to the Sky looks set to be one of Zenless Zone Zero’s boldest updates yet.

    The skyport opens — 21 October. Will you be ready?

    More Info – Zenless Zone Zero


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