TECHMASH – NEWS FOR GAMERS
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Defy the Heavens: SoulQuest Debuts Its “God Boss” in New Steam Next Fest Demo The heavens are about to get a lot more crowded—and a lot more chaotic. If you’ve been tracking SoulQuest, the high-octane 2D hack-and-slash from SoulBlade Studio, it’s time to sharpen your blade. As part of the February 2026 Steam Next Fest,…
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It’s official: the “not too sweaty” shooter of your childhood dreams finally has a release date. Night Street Games announced today that Last Flag, their quirky 5v5 capture-the-flag (CTF) shooter, will officially launch on April 14, 2026. Founded by brothers Dan and Mac Reynolds (of Imagine Dragons fame), the studio is aiming to reclaim the…
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The world of Candlewood is on the brink of an endless night, and unfortunately for you, your legendary deck just went down with the ship. If you’ve been craving a game that captures the “just one more turn” magic of modern roguelites but keeps the cosy, pixelated heart of a 90s JRPG, your wait is…
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Calling all tactical operatives! Super Rare Originals and developer Ctrl Freak are absolutely thrilled to announce that their high-stakes tactical shooter, Phantom Squad, has officially landed a Steam Daily Deal. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to assemble your team and dive into the breach, this is it. This deal marks the game’s…
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Strap on your go-go boots and polish your magnifying glass—Travel-Friendly Cake is officially bringing the swingin’ ’60s back to your screen. Their highly anticipated indie title, Puzzle Spy International, is set to launch on March 30, 2026. If you’ve been craving a game that combines the wit of a Bond film with the brain-bending satisfaction…
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In an industry often dominated by high-octane spectacle and relentless pacing, Florent “Salty” Martinais is inviting players to take a deep breath. After months of dedicated development, Salty is thrilled to finally pull back the curtain on his debut title: What Surrounds Us. This isn’t just a game; it’s an atmospheric journey into the delicate…
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If you’ve ever looked up at a flickering light in the night sky and felt a sudden, inexplicable chill, They Are Here: Alien Abduction Horror is designed specifically to turn that chill into a full-blown panic attack. Developed by the husband-and-wife duo at DEKLAZON, this indie title has been simmering in the horror community for…
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The 2026 Convergence Games Showcase just gave us a deep dive into one of the most atmospheric indie titles on the horizon: Echoes of Mora. Developed by the Berlin-based all-female team at Selkies Interactive, this title is being described as the “emotional lovechild of Subnautica and Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture.” If you missed the…
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If you’re a fan of psychological horror that prioritises atmosphere over cheap jump scares, your February plans just got a lot more interesting. The Occultist, the highly anticipated first-person narrative thriller from DALOAR and Daedalic Entertainment, has returned to Steam Next Fest with a “refined and polished” demo that proves why it’s one of the…
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The ink is flowing, the gears are turning, and the nightmare you thought you escaped is back for another round. If you’ve been waiting for a reason to return to the eerie, sepia-toned halls of Joey Drew Studios, the wait is officially over. Bendy and the Ink Machine is back with a brand-new Enhanced Physical…
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Ready to turn your hacking skills into a headline act? Acclaim and Ridiculous Games have officially announced that their neon-soaked rhythm dungeon crawler, GRIDbeat!, will be dropping on Nintendo Switch and Steam on March 26, 2026. Announced during The Mix: Indie Fan Fest, this isn’t your typical stroll through a digital mainframe. In GRIDbeat!, the…
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Dust off your turntables and get your crates ready! Wax Heads, the highly anticipated “cosy-punk” record shop simulator, has officially set its release date. Indie developer Patattie Games and publisher Curve Games have announced that the game will be spinning onto PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on May 5, 2026. If…
