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  • Precision, Practice, and Perfect Patterns — DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite Adds Version 1.1.0 & Long-Awaited Training Mode!

    Precision, Practice, and Perfect Patterns — DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite Adds Version 1.1.0 & Long-Awaited Training Mode!

    Ready to master every bullet, every pattern, every heartbeat? CAVE Interactive CO., LTD. has officially unleashed Version 1.1.0 for DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite — and it’s headlined by the feature fans have been asking for: a fully-featured Training Mode, released worldwide Friday, October 2, 2026 (JST).

    Practice Makes Perfect — Even When the Screen Fills with Fire

    Bullet-hell mastery doesn’t happen overnight — and now you don’t have to risk your last life to nail those tricky sections. The new Training Mode lets you:

    • Replay and practise specific stages and boss encounters at will
    • Tweak difficulty and speed to suit your skill level
    • Restart instantly from any checkpoint — no replaying whole runs
    • Study patterns frame by frame to find your way through even the densest barrages
    • Hone your combo chains and push your high-score potential without pressure

    Whether you’re a seasoned veteran chasing the world’s top ranks or a newer pilot learning to dodge thousands of bullets at once, this mode gives you the tools to turn near-misses into flawless runs.

    More Than Just Practice — The Full 1.1.0 Refresh

    Alongside Training Mode, this update brings further polish and quality-of-life improvements:

    • Fine-tuned visual and audio feedback for even tighter play
    • Improved controller support and customisation options
    • Bug fixes and balance refinements across all difficulty tiers
    • Enhanced replay functionality to share and study your best runs

    The Legend Shines Brighter

    DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite keeps the series’ signature blistering speed, stunning hand-drawn visuals, and explosive soundtrack — and now it’s more accessible than ever. Climb aboard, learn every attack, and prove you’ve got what it takes to survive.

    The update is live right now — download it, boot up Training Mode, and start your ascent to the top of the leaderboards.

    Find out more on Steam

    #DoDonPachi #ResurrectionReignite #CAVEInteractive #BulletHell #ShootEmUp #IndieGame #GameUpdate #TrainingMode #Arcade #HighScore #techmash

  • Cards, Careers, and Corporate Nightmares — Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game Unleashes New Demo!

    Cards, Careers, and Corporate Nightmares — Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game Unleashes New Demo!

    Welcome back to the office — don’t mind the shadows, and definitely don’t trust the boss. Giant Light Studios has dropped a freshly expanded, polished demo for Mr. Magpie’s Harmless Card Game, their surreal corporate horror deckbuilder — live right now on Steam, and perfectly timed ahead of Steam Next Fest, October 19–26.

    “Harmless” — Just Performance Management as Usual

    You’re the newest recruit in Mr. Magpie’s very strange workplace, where climbing the ladder means flipping cards, stacking your deck, chasing synergies, and gambling your life for cash. The rules are simple: hit your quotas, earn your pay, and avoid the JERRY cards. They don’t just hurt your performance review — they end your employment permanently. And everyone hates JERRY.

    This isn’t just a quick polish — the new demo brings meaningful upgrades:

    • Brand-new SHARES system — invest, risk, and reap bigger rewards
    • Revamped Strategy selection — clearer choices, deeper builds
    • Walkabout exploration — step away from the desk and wander the office
    • Fresh narrative beats and more interactions with Mr. Magpie himself
    • Streamlined onboarding — smoother start for every new hire

    Clock In Early — Next Fest Is Coming

    The demo is free and live on Steam right now, giving you plenty of time to test your desk survival skills before Steam Next Fest kicks off later this month. Whether you’re here for clever deckbuilding, eerie surreal vibes, or to see just how “harmless” Mr. Magpie actually is — the door’s open.

    Just remember: the contract says you can leave any time. The office might disagree.

    Download the demo on Steam now — and don’t sign anything without reading the fine print.

    Find out more here

    #MrMagpie #Deckbuilder #HorrorGame #IndieGame #SteamDemo #SteamNextFest #GiantLightStudios #CorporateHorror #CardGame #Techmash

  • Creatures, Contracts, and Consequence — The Sky Project: Land of Noris Opens Its First Playtest!

    Creatures, Contracts, and Consequence — The Sky Project: Land of Noris Opens Its First Playtest!

    Your bond is forever — or it’s gone forever. Enthariel Games has officially unleashed the first-ever public playtest for their stunning hand-drawn monster collector, The Sky Project: Land of Noris, alongside a brand-new intro trailer, with a Kickstarter campaign set to follow on October 13. For the first time, players can step into this beautiful, perilous world — and every choice will weigh on you.

    Over 200 Noris. One Chance Each.

    The Sky Project isn’t your typical monster-catching adventure. It’s built on bonds that matter: meet the Noris, magical mana-infused creatures you forge pacts with across four vast, vertically stacked planes — Celestia, Noreth, The Depths, and Infernia. With more than 200 unique Noris across six types, including legendary and rare alternate-colour variants, every discovery feels meaningful. Raise them, evolve them, and watch them transform — but protect them fiercely.

    Permadeath Means Every Battle Counts

    Combat unfolds in strategic 3v3 turn-based clashes where your whole team shares a single mana pool — resource management is just as vital as raw power. Every Nori carries two innate abilities plus a third skill that shifts each turn, opening up fresh combos across 300+ discoverable abilities and powerful relics. And here’s the kicker: if a Nori falls, they’re gone for good. No revives, no do-overs — only a grave left behind.

    Explore Celestia Right Now

    The new playtest — live now — delivers several hours of gameplay covering the entire opening plane of Celestia, home to over 60 discoverable Noris, fully voiced cutscenes, an original soundtrack, and the plane’s climactic boss. It’s the first taste of a world shaped by over 2,000 years of history, where you play as Kael, searching for your soulbonded partner Aeris across realms.

    Kickstarter Launches October 13

    Want to help shape the journey? The official Kickstarter campaign goes live October 13, aiming to bring this full-time development to life. You can already sign up to be notified the moment it launches.

    The playtest is live on Steam right now — request access and step into the sky. Just remember: who you save, and who you lose, is entirely up to you.

    Find out more on Kickstarter or Steam

    #TheSkyProject #LandOfNoris #MonsterCollector #IndieGame #HandDrawn #Permadeath #TurnBasedRPG #SteamPlaytest #Kickstarter #EntharielGames #Techmash

  • Diner, Defence, Destiny — Midwest 90: Rapid City Serves Up Early Access November 10!

    Diner, Defence, Destiny — Midwest 90: Rapid City Serves Up Early Access November 10!

    The apocalypse is good for business — if you can survive the dinner rush.

    Developer Hidden Chest Studios and publisher Rising Tide Publishing have confirmed that Midwest 90: Rapid City opens its doors in Early Access on Steam — November 10, 2026 — with a brand-new trailer showing exactly what awaits behind the counter.

    Welcome to the End of the Road

    Set in Rapid City, South Dakota, 2034 — where the aesthetic is pure 1990s nostalgia, and the world outside is falling apart — you run a roadside diner with a most unusual menu:

    • Monster meat is your main ingredient — the same creatures scratching at your defences become tonight’s special
    • Profit or principle? — every choice ripples outward. Will you cut corners to stay afloat, or protect your community at a loss?
    • Fight what you feast on — by day, craft recipes, hire staff, and expand the business. By night, fortify your diner and defend it from the very things you’ve been hunting

    What’s Served on Launch Day

    November 10 brings a substantial opening spread:

    • Complete Endless Mode — a deep replayable sandbox blending management, tower defence, and survival with adjustable difficulty
    • Prologue + Chapter 1 — the start of a story where every decision shapes what kind of person you become
    • December 31 — expanded Endless options, custom scenarios, fresh monster types, and surprises
    • January 28 — Chapter 2 arrives, delivering major story twists and turns
    • March 2027 — Full 1.0 release with the concluding chapter

    The team emphasises that all story updates will be free for Early Access buyers — no extra charge as the narrative unfolds.

    Watch the Trailer Now

    The brand-new Early Access release trailer is live — showing gameplay, atmosphere, and the difficult choices that define life in Rapid City. Wishlist today so you don’t miss opening bell.

    The monsters are hungry. Are you open for business?

    Find out more here

    #Midwest90RapidCity #HiddenChestStudios #RisingTidePublishing #DinerSim #TowerDefense #IndieGame #EarlyAccess #Steam #Techmash

  • Vengeance, Velocity, Birmingham — Cohen 1939 Unleashes on Steam!

    Vengeance, Velocity, Birmingham — Cohen 1939 Unleashes on Steam!

    Birmingham, 1939. A husband murdered. A city burning. And one widow with nothing left to lose.

    Developer Cube of Cube and publisher 2P Games have officially launched Cohen 1939, a blistering top-down tactical shooter where every bullet is lethal, every decision is permanent, and revenge is the only thing that matters. Available now on Steam with a 10% launch discount running for two weeks.

    Step Into Elisa’s Vendetta

    You are Elisa — a grieving wife betrayed and left behind. When her husband Richard is gunned down in the street, the criminal underworld expects her to mourn quietly. Instead, she picks up a gun and tears their world apart. What begins as personal vengeance uncovers a conspiracy stretching far beyond gangland — reaching into slaughterhouses, government secrets, and the very heart of the establishment.

    Die Once, Fight Forever

    Cohen 1939 plays by brutal rules: one hit kills — for you and for them.

    • Scavenge to survive — snatch weapons from fallen foes. Empty magazine? Throw the gun to stun an enemy, then take theirs
    • Tactical aggression — use blind spots, lure guards with noise, and strike from shadows. Every room is a puzzle where you are both the solver and the weapon
    • Four distinct perspectives — unlock playable characters with unique abilities: sliding shots, raven scouting, focused fire, and rage-fuelled assaults
    • Atmosphere that bites — rain-slicked cobbles, fog-choked alleys, and gaslit streets straight out of 1930s noir. Every encounter feels like a scene from a lost gangster classic

    Pricing & Availability

    • Standard Price: £13.75 / $14.99 / €15.49
    • Launch Offer: 10% off — valid until October 13
    • Platform: Steam (PC)
    • Reviews: Mostly Positive — 72% approval from early players

    The city is waiting. The guilty won’t escape.

    Cohen 1939 — buy now, strike first.

    Find out more here

    #Cohen1939 #CubeOfCube #2PGames #TopDownShooter #TacticalAction #Noir #Birmingham #GangsterGame #IndieGame #Steam #Techmash

  • Neon, Nights, New Beginnings — Nivalis Nights Is Out Now!

    Neon, Nights, New Beginnings — Nivalis Nights Is Out Now!

    The wait is over — the city is yours. Leading publisher 505 Games and independent developer ION LANDS have officially launched Nivalis Nights, the highly anticipated cyberpunk slice-of-life sim, available right now on PC via Steam.

    From the creators of Cloudpunk comes a return to the dazzling, rain-slicked metropolis of Nivalis — but this time, you aren’t just passing through. You’re putting down roots, building a life, and making this neon-drenched wonderland truly your home.

    Live, Work, Thrive — After Dark

    Nivalis Nights reimagines cyberpunk not as a battleground, but as a living, breathing world where your biggest challenges are keeping customers happy and finding time for yourself:

    • Run Your Empire — Start small with a noodle bar and expand into restaurants, nightclubs, and beyond. Manage staff, refine recipes, and watch your reputation soar
    • Make Connections — Befriend rivals, fall in love, and build bonds with the city’s vibrant residents. Every conversation shapes how Nivalis sees you
    • Make It Yours — Purchase and personalise your own apartment, decorate it from floor to ceiling, and create a sanctuary amid the glow
    • Unwind & Explore — Go fishing, sail the coastlines, or simply wander the districts from shoreline to skytop. There’s always something new to discover around the next corner
    • Your Days, Your Rules — No grand destiny to save the world — just your life, your choices, and the freedom to spend each night however you please

    A City Built on Wishlists

    Interest has been immense: Nivalis Nights surpassed one million Steam wishlists ahead of launch, turning years of eager anticipation into reality today.

    Available now for £21.99 / $24.99 / €24.99, with a limited-time 10% launch discount for early adopters.

    The lights are on, the doors are open — and Nivalis is waiting. Step into the night and build the life you’ve always wanted.

    Find out more here

    #NivalisNights #505Games #IONLANDS #Cloudpunk #Cyberpunk #LifeSim #IndieGame #Steam #Techmash

  • Fangs, Fields, and Fresh Produce — Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire Lands on PS5!

    Fangs, Fields, and Fresh Produce — Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire Lands on PS5!

    Forget everything you know about vampires — this one’s got a green thumb and zero bloodlust. Today marks the official PlayStation 5 arrival of Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire, the delightfully different action-farming roguelite from publisher JanduSoft and developer Digitality Games, and farming fans everywhere can finally get their hands on this wonderfully weird take on the genre.

    Voltaire is Dracula’s rebellious youngest son — and he’s had enough of the old ways. Ditching fangs and feasting for fertiliser and foliage, he’s determined to become the world’s first fully-fledged vegan vampire. Naturally, Dad isn’t impressed — and as night falls, Dracula’s ghoulish minions march in to trample your crops and drag you back to the family business.

    Farm by Day, Fight by Night

    • Grow Your Future — tend magical crops under Transylvanian sunlight, expand your farm, and unlock plant-based powers that make Voltaire stronger with every harvest
    • Defend What’s Yours — when darkness falls, pick up your tools and stand your ground against waves of creatures sent to destroy everything you’ve built
    • Rise Again — each run brings fresh knowledge, new abilities, and stronger forms as you evolve through plant-fuelled progression
    • Sidekick Support — get help from uncles Frank and Stein, who offer bounties, quests, and guidance on your leafy journey
    • Cute & Creepy — lose yourself in a beautifully hand-drawn Transylvania that’s equal parts spooky and charming

    Full-Featured Farming — With Bite

    Priced at £16.99 / €19.99 / $19.99 (with a launch discount available for PlayStation Plus members), the PS5 release includes the complete experience: solo or local 2-player co-op, all biomes, every vampiric evolution, and the full campaign of defiance against the Count himself.

    If you’ve ever wanted to tend a turnip patch while wielding shadowy powers, or prove that you can be fearsome without feeding — this is your moment. The farm is ready, the seeds are sown, and Dracula’s already fuming.

    Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire is available now on PlayStation 5 — grow your legacy today.

    Find out more here

    #VoltaireTheVeganVampire #JanduSoft #DigitalityGames #PS5 #FarmingGame #Roguelite #Vampire #IndieGame #Techmash

  • Decree, Build, Conquer — One Must Rule Claims the Throne in New Medieval Strategy!

    Decree, Build, Conquer — One Must Rule Claims the Throne in New Medieval Strategy!

    Step up to the council table — your empire awaits! A new challenger has emerged on the strategy scene: One Must Rule, an upcoming medieval empire-building auto-battler where every decree shapes your destiny and rivalries unfold at your own pace. The Steam store page is live right now, and playtest sign-ups are open as the team prepares for launch in 2027.

    From Council Table to Battlefield — Your Kingdom, Your Way

    One Must Rule blends deep strategy with accessible auto-battler flow. You don’t need to camp in front of your screen to compete — you build your power from the council chamber and watch your plans unfold:

    • Sign Decrees, Shape History — Every card you choose and upgrade at the table directly fuels your army on the field. Discover powerful synergies and watch your settlement bloom into a sprawling empire
    • Asynchronous PvP — Play on Your Terms — Challenge rivals and see your forces clash, all without needing everyone online at once. Check in, issue your commands, and return to see the results whenever it suits you
    • Unique Rulers, Distinct Paths — Each leader brings their own special ability and strengths. Adapt your strategy to their style, or lean into their powers to craft a one-of-a-kind empire
    • One Throne, Many Rivals — Climb from humble beginnings to dominance. Every choice matters, every battle counts — and only one will rule

    Join the Playtest — Claim Your Place Early

    Ready to guide your realm? Head to the Steam store page now to add One Must Rule to your wishlist and sign up for the upcoming playtest. Help shape the game before it launches in 2027 — your feedback could steer the kingdom’s course.

    The council is in session. Will your name be remembered?

    One Must Rule — Build Wisely. Battle Tirelessly. Reign Supreme.

    Find out more here

    #OneMustRule #MedievalStrategy #AutoBattler #EmpireBuilding #AsynchronousPvP #IndieGame #WishlistNow #Playtest #techmash

  • Drift, Dream, Design — Reality Drift Welcomes Katamari Creator Keita Takahashi!

    Drift, Dream, Design — Reality Drift Welcomes Katamari Creator Keita Takahashi!

    Buckle up for something truly extraordinary — and delightfully strange! Independent studio Arganoid Industries is thrilled to announce that their surreal 2.5D roguelike racer Reality Drift will feature exclusive guest artwork from legendary designer Keita Takahashi — the creative mind behind Katamari Damacy, Wattam, and to a T.

    Where the Road Makes No Sense — And That’s the Point

    Reality Drift isn’t your average race. It’s a strategic roguelike journey through ever-more-bizarre worlds, where your driving skill matters just as much as the upgrades, cards, and paths you choose between runs. Deliver packages to eccentric, god-like beings, customise your ride, and carve your own route through the unknown.

    Now, things are getting even weirder — and wonderfully so — thanks to Takahashi’s signature touch:

    • A Track Inside You — His centrepiece contribution: a fully realised racetrack where you drive through the human body itself
    • Delightfully Odd Sprites — Giant sheep, towering pigeons, grinning skulls, bats, and a landscape where colossal legs rise straight from the ground
    • Pure Unmistakable Charm — The visionary behind Katamari brings his whimsical, joyful, utterly unique style to the game’s most memorable corners

    A Match Made in Surreal Heaven

    For lead developer Andrew Gillett — a veteran of titles including LostWinds and Elite Dangerous — this is a dream collaboration: “As someone who has loved Katamari Damacy ever since its release in 2004, it’s really exciting to be working with the man behind it. I always try to make games which are a bit unhinged, so when I was looking for an artist to supplement the visuals in Reality Drift, Keita was the perfect fit.”

    Steam Next Fest & Launch Details

    • Steam Next Fest — Play the demo during the October showcase
    • Full Release — November 11, 2026, on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux
    • Wishlist Now — Head to the Steam store page to follow the game and be notified at launch

    Expect the unexpected. Race through the impossible.

    Reality Drift — Keita Takahashi is along for the ride.

    Find out more here

    #RealityDrift #ArganoidIndustries #KeitaTakahashi #techmash #KatamariDamacy #IndieGame #Roguelike #RacingGame #SteamNextFest

  • Dusk, Deck, Destiny — Cards After Midnight Unleashes a Cursed Roguelike Adventure!

    Dusk, Deck, Destiny — Cards After Midnight Unleashes a Cursed Roguelike Adventure!

    The clock is ticking — and midnight brings a terrifying change. Publisher JanduSoft has teamed up with Córdoba-based indie studio Boomfire Games (creators of Furwind, Cards of the Dead, and The Creepy Syndrome) to bring Cards After Midnight to every platform — a dark roguelike card adventure where time itself is your deadliest enemy.

    Daylight Fades — The Curse Awakens

    Cards After Midnight isn’t just about building a powerful deck — it’s about surviving the relentless march of time. Your character, your cards, and your very nature shift as the hours pass:

    • By Day — You’re a hunted survivor, armed and desperate, preparing for what the night will bring. Plan your strategy, fortify your deck, and make every card count before the sun sets
    • At Midnight — The curse takes hold. You transform, and your cards — and your fate — change entirely. The villagers hunt you, and you must rely on savage new powers to survive until dawn

    Every run is a race against the clock. Your deck evolves, your choices reshape the story, and one wrong move can seal your fate forever.

    Proven Talent — A Partnership Born of Passion

    Boomfire Games, based in Córdoba, Spain, has built a reputation for stylish, atmospheric indie experiences — and Cards After Midnight looks to be their most ambitious yet. Together with JanduSoft, they’re bringing this gothic tale of transformation and survival to PC and all major consoles in Q1 2027.

    A free demo is already available on Steam — step into the first chapter and face the curse for yourself.

    Wishlist Now — The Night Is Coming

    Keep your eyes on the Steam store page and follow JanduSoft for the latest updates. When the clock strikes twelve, will you be ready?

    Cards After Midnight — Survive the day. Endure the night. Break the curse.

    Find out more here

    #CardsAfterMidnight #JanduSoft #BoomfireGames #Roguelike #Deckbuilder #IndieGame #DarkFantasy #Werewolf #techmash #WishlistNow

  • Buy, Sell, Outperform — Screen Stocks Turns the Market Into Your Playground!

    Buy, Sell, Outperform — Screen Stocks Turns the Market Into Your Playground!

    Time to trade, scheme, and build your fortune — no real money required! Developer Conradical Games and publisher Oro Interactive have announced Screen Stocks, a clever multiplayer stock-trading game where a real-time simulated market responds to every move you and thousands of other players make. Buy low, sell high, short the dip, and race to come out on top.

    The Market Never Sleeps — And Neither Do the Rival Traders

    Screen Stocks isn’t just watching numbers tick up and down — it’s competing in a living, breathing economy. Prices shift in real time, driven by everyone’s trades. A massive buy-in can send a stock soaring; a sudden sell-off can crash it before your eyes. Stay sharp, spot the trends, and outmanoeuvre the crowd.

    • Trade Your Way — Go long, sell off, or short stocks when you spot trouble coming. Every strategy is on the table
    • Level & Grow — Earn XP with successful trades, unlock new stocks, boost your dividends, and upgrade your income potential
    • Play How You Please — Go full-screen for deep focus, or tuck the game into a corner of your desktop and trade while you work, browse, or play something else
    • Go Public — Hit the big time and reset for prestige bonuses, starting your next run with a stronger foundation
    • Zero Financial Risk — Real market stakes? Not here. All the thrill, none of the worry

    Demo Live Now — Full Release Coming October 2026

    You can try the market right now — a free demo is available on Steam, with your progress carrying over when the full game launches later this October. Wishlist today so you don’t miss the opening bell.

    Whether you’re a day trader at heart or just love outsmarting the competition, Screen Stocks proves you don’t need a Wall Street address to build an empire.

    Screen Stocks — Buy smart. Sell faster. Be the richest on the leaderboard.

    Find out more here

    #ScreenStocks #ConradicalGames #OroInteractive #TradingSim #IndieGame #StrategyGame #SteamDemo #PCGaming #techmash

  • Shoot, Dodge, Survive — Haunted House Hellshift Brings Campy Chaos to Steam Next Fest!

    Shoot, Dodge, Survive — Haunted House Hellshift Brings Campy Chaos to Steam Next Fest!

    Welcome to the deadliest show on television! Independent studio Deege Games has unveiled Haunted House Hellshift, a gleefully campy top-down arcade shooter where you blast your way through a haunted house — and a live TV audience is watching every move. The free demo is available right now on Steam — and the game will take centre stage during Steam Next Fest, October 19–26, 2026, ahead of its full release on November 9 for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

    Lights, Camera, Carnage — It’s Showtime!

    Haunted House Hellshift serves up fast, frantic arcade action with a delightfully spooky-but-silly twist. Inspired by classics like Gauntlet, this isn’t bone-chilling terror — it’s Saturday-morning-cartoon spooks with plenty of firepower.

    • Fight the Undead Crew — Blast ghostly television crews, spooktacular monsters, and more as you storm through room after room
    • Collect to Survive — Gather glowing eyeballs to unlock cursed doors, grab powerful new weapons, and carve a path toward the exit
    • Watch Your Step — Deadly traps line every corridor; stay sharp, stay mobile, and don’t get cornered
    • Solo or Side-by-Side — Brave the house alone, or team up with a friend in local 2-player co-op on the same screen

    Play the Demo Now — Don’t Miss Next Fest!

    You don’t have to wait for the broadcast to begin. Head to the Steam store page today to grab the free demo and start your run. Then tune in during Steam Next Fest (October 19–26) for fresh looks, updates, and a chance to see just how chaotic the house can get when the cameras are rolling.

    The full game launches November 9, 2026 across Windows, macOS, and Linux — so wishlist now and be first in line when the doors open.

    The house is haunted, the cameras are rolling, and the audience is waiting. Can you make it out alive?

    Haunted House Hellshift — It’s to die for!

    Find out more here

    #HauntedHouseHellshift #DeegeGames #SteamNextFest #techmash #ArcadeShooter #IndieGame #CoOp #WishlistNow #PCGaming