
TECHMASH – NEWS FOR GAMERS
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If you’re a fan of mind-bending sci-fi mysteries, claustrophobic psychological thrillers, and deep, narrative-driven visual novels, your next obsession has officially arrived. Australian indie developer Spire Games has officially launched Advent: Dawn, pulling players deep into a web of paranoia, living crystals, and fractured trust beneath a remote island. Advent: Dawn is available today on…

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If you’re a fan of mind-bending puzzle games that aren’t quite what they seem on the surface, you’ll want to keep your eyes on Stip. Belgian solo developer Sam Agten (working under the studio name SixtyFour and previously known for the tactical hacking RPG Midnight Protocol) has officially released a public Steam demo for his…

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If you’ve popped onto Steam over the past few days, you’ve likely seen a new title dominating the trending charts. Indie developer Leyline has officially announced that their upcoming roguelike autobattler, Guildrun, has crossed a massive milestone: over 100,000 Steam wishlists in under four days since its reveal! For an indie game, hitting six figures…

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Motocross fans, mark your calendars and gear up! Publisher NACON and Lyon-based developer Artefacts Studio have officially pulled back the curtain on MXGP 26, revealing the very first gameplay trailer for the official video game of the FIM Motocross World Championship. Whether you’re a die-hard virtual racer or a newcomer looking to experience the thrill…

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Slapstick lovers and family gaming enthusiasts, rejoice! Belgian developer and publisher Balio Studio, in partnership with French animation powerhouse HARI, has officially announced that Grizzy and the Lemmings – Crazy Party is officially heading to screens everywhere on August 7, 2026. The upcoming title marks the very first video game adaptation of the global slapstick…

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If you’ve ever worked a late-night shift, you already know how eerie quiet hallways and flickering fluorescent lights can be. But indie developer Binary Lunar and publisher Ultimate Games S.A. are taking that midnight paranoia to a whole new level with Nightmare Shift—a chilling indie psychological horror experience making its way to current-gen consoles this…

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Imagine stepping into a RPG where you aren’t limited to four pre-scripted dialogue choices. You don’t have to click an option on a wheel, guess which vague prompt leads to an argument, or bump against invisible walls. You simply speak—or type—what you want your character to do in your own words, and the story dynamically…

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If you are a fan of low-stress cosy builders, relaxing aesthetics, and cute animals, there is a brand-new indie gem waiting on your radar. Tiny Tail—a small, dedicated two-person indie development team—has officially launched their charming cosy pixel-art management game, Cat Isle, on Steam for PC and Mac! After nearly a year of passionate development,…

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Exciting news for indie game enthusiasts and strategy fans alike! JanduSoft has officially announced a new publishing partnership with Steam Veil Games, the talented Spanish solo developer behind the upcoming title, Dark Rail. This thrilling dark management roguelike is slated to launch across all major platforms in Q4 2026. Even better? You don’t have to…

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If you’ve ever looked at a crowded train timetable and thought, “I could run this whole railway network better myself,” now is your chance to prove it. Independent developer overloadGames has officially announced that its hit real-time railway dispatch strategy game, The next train is, is participating in Steam Train Fest 2026! To celebrate the…

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Court is officially back in session! If you’ve been itching to put your legal prowess and sharp detective skills to the test again, we’ve got some fantastic news to brighten up your week. Paper Cat Games has just dropped a surprise free bonus DLC case for all owners of Paper Perjury! Titled “Civil Forfeiture &…

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If you love rich, choice-driven RPGs with unforgettable stories, we’ve got fantastic news for your digital wallet. Developer Schisma Games and publisher 101XP have announced that their critically acclaimed narrative RPG, The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante, is currently available completely free of charge on Steam for a limited time! As long as you…

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Every MMORPG reaches a pivotal milestone in development: the moment it transitions from a solitary technical test into a breathing, bustling community hub. Over the past month, developer IndigoWare has been hard at work pushing Crowned Sun through exactly that evolution. Moving away from the lonely stretches of early testing, the latest development cycle for…

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The countdown is officially on! With just two weeks to go until launch, developer Project Cloud Games and publisher Perp Games have given us a brutal new look at what awaits us in their upcoming dark fantasy action-RPG, The Relic: First Guardian. If you thought your summer was going to be relaxing, think again. The…

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Survive or perish, survivors, the ultimate test of endurance is officially on the horizon! Bohemia Interactive just dropped a massive bombshell at the Convergence Showcase, and the DayZ community is buzzing. If you thought you had mastered the zombie apocalypse, think again. The developers have officially revealed DayZ Badlands, the largest and most ambitious expansion…

