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  • Crossout Warriors Will Be Playing With Fire

    Crossout Warriors Will Be Playing With Fire

    Praise the eternal flame, Survivors!

    The wasteland is about to get a lot more crowded—and a lot hotter. Gaijin Entertainment has officially dropped the “Playing with Fire” update for Crossout, and if you’ve ever felt that your armoured vehicle was missing a certain “incendiary” charm, this is the season you’ve been waiting for.

    Dedicated to the chaotic Firestarters faction, this update isn’t just about adding a few new parts; it’s about redefining how you wreak havoc on the battlefield.

    New Toys for the Firestarters

    The Firestarters have never been known for their subtlety, and their new arsenal proves it. Here are the highlights of the new hardware you can now bolt onto your rides:

    • The “Thrust” Melee Weapon: This legendary saw deals periodic damage upon contact. But here’s the kicker: it can also fire a heavy projectile that deals ram damage from a distance. It’s the ultimate “get over here” (and then stay there) tool.
    • The “Butcher” Disc Launcher: A legendary weapon that fires discs which latch onto enemy parts, sawing through them before delivering a final explosive goodbye.
    • The “Inquisitor” Rocket Launcher: For those who prefer the classics, this multi-barreled beast provides heavy-duty suppression and fire-based destruction.
    • The “Hyena” Tracked Platform: New movement parts featuring retractable “claw” blades that scale in lethality based on your speed.

    Fresh Brawls & Game Modes

    The update also introduces a rotation of limited-time events to keep the adrenaline pumping:

    • Precious Driver: A team-based hunt where one player is randomly selected as the “high-value target.” Protect your VIP and hunt the enemy to secure victory.
    • Ice and Fire: A PvP clash using pre-assembled vehicles. You’ll have to choose between scorching heat or cryogenic cold to dominate the map.
    • At Gunpoint (Reworked): For the immersion seekers, this brawl now forces a first-person perspective directly from the cockpit. No more hovering cameras—it’s just you, your dashboard, and the incoming fire.

    Balance Changes & Mechanics

    Beyond the flashy new parts, the “Playing with Fire” update brings some heavy-hitting balance tweaks. Specifically, the blast damage mechanics have been overhauled. Fragments have been reduced by 25%, and damage now drops off more sharply as you move away from the explosion’s centre. This means precision aiming is more rewarded than ever.

    Is the Battle Pass Worth It?

    While all players can unlock recipes for new structural parts and the “Springduck” (priorities, people!), the Battle Pass holders get access to upgraded versions of the new legendary weapons and exclusive cosmetics like the “Bearings” currency and unique portraits.

    The “Playing with Fire” season is live now on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Whether you’re looking to master the new saw-launching meta or just want to watch the world burn, it’s time to head back to the garage.

    Find out more here – https://crossout.net

    #GaijinEntertainment #PlayingwithFire #gameupdate #postapocalyptic #actiongame #Crossout #FirestartersFaction #wreakhavoc #games #gaming #gamers #gameplay #videogames

  • All Aboard: Fogpiercer Steams Toward Steam Next Fest!

    All Aboard: Fogpiercer Steams Toward Steam Next Fest!

    The world has been swallowed by a deadly, ever-shifting fog, and the only way to survive is to keep moving. Hooded Horse and Mad Cookies Studio are thrilled to announce that their post-apocalyptic roguelike deckbuilder, Fogpiercer, is officially picking up speed as it races toward the Steam Next Fest (February 23 – March 4, 2026).

    Forget what you know about traditional card games. In Fogpiercer, your train isn’t just a vehicle—it’s your deck. As you navigate a branching wasteland, every carriage you add and every upgrade you secure determines the tactical tools at your disposal.

    What’s New in the Next Fest Demo?

    Whether you’re a veteran of the tracks or a first-time stowaway, the updated demo landing for Steam Next Fest features a massive cargo haul of new content:

    • Meet Your Drivers: Choose between two distinct leaders, Monica and Pan. Each comes with a unique set of cards and special abilities that drastically change your tactical approach.
    • The Harpoon Carriage: This brand-new addition allows for fresh synergies, letting you snag and manipulate the battlefield in ways that turn the environment into your greatest ally.
    • Tactical “Shunting”: Experience the “true joy of artillery.” It’s not just about direct damage; it’s about using the blast force to shove enemies into canyon walls, environmental hazards, or even into each other.
    • Global Accessibility: The demo now supports 16 languages, ensuring survivors from all over the world can join the journey.

    Your Train, Your Strategy

    Success in the fog requires more than just a heavy engine. You’ll need to meticulously manage your Action Points each turn to outmanoeuvre the hordes of “unreasonably angry” bandits.

    “In the harsh world of Fogpiercer, the train is the deck. Each carriage holds a unique set of cards, and new cards are added through upgrades and purchasing extra carriages.”

    Do you build a defensive fortress with shield-heavy carriages, or a high-octane glass cannon bristling with miniguns? With over 170 cards and a deep roguelite meta-progression layer, no two runs will ever feel the same.

    Join the Journey

    The Steam Next Fest event runs until March 4, 2026, but the tracks don’t end there—the updated demo will remain live after the event concludes, giving you plenty of time to master the rails before the full release later this year.

    Ready to pierce the fog? Wishlist Fogpiercer on Steam now and download the demo to see if you have what it takes to reach the end of the line.

    Find out more here on Steam – https://shorturl.at/VNYHy

    #HoodedHorse #MadCookiesStudio #Fogpiercer #steam #pcgames #SteamNextFest #postapocalyptic #roguelike #deckbuilder #games #gaming #gamers #gameplay #videogames

  • Strike Oil and Survive: Why Dead Oil is the Roguelike Driller You Need

    Strike Oil and Survive: Why Dead Oil is the Roguelike Driller You Need

    Tired of the same old post-apocalyptic settings? Ready for a game that blends intense vehicular combat with the satisfaction of a deep drilling simulator? Then buckle up, scavengers, because Dead Oil might just be your next addiction.

    Developed by Moonshine Muffin, this intense roguelike survival driller is a surprising and gritty mash-up, often described as what you’d get if Turmoil met Mad Max, with a dash of Dome Keeper‘s urgency. It’s a game about risk, reward, and the sweet, sweet sound of a drill hitting black gold.

    The Harsh Reality: Fight, Drill, Upgrade, Repeat

    In Dead Oil, you pilot a heavily armoured rig—your home, your defence, and your mobile drilling operation—across a scorched wasteland. The core loop of the game is a masterclass in tension:

    1. Defend Against the Raiders: The moment you stop, the raiders show up. Waves of ruthless enemies in buggies, bomb wagons, and even helicopters descend, intent on tearing your rig apart. This is where the action roguelite element shines. You use your rig’s mounted weaponry (cannons, rockets, even nukes!) to shred the oncoming swarm in real-time combat. Positioning and target prioritisation are key to surviving the brutal onslaught.

    2. Drill Deep for Survival: Once the dust settles, the clock starts ticking. Before the next wave arrives, you dive below ground to engage in the drilling mini-game. You use a radar to scan for oil and rare metals, then carefully build a network of pipes and drills to extract the precious resources. Do you play it safe with a quick hit, or push your luck to dig deeper for a massive oil deposit, risking the arrival of the next deadly attack? This resource management layer adds thrilling pressure to every second of downtime.

    3. Upgrade to Outlast: The oil and salvaged scrap you collect are your lifeblood. You spend them on vital upgrades:

    • Combat: Stronger armour, new weapons, and powerful gadgets for your rig.
    • Drilling: Faster drills, wider-ranging radar, and more efficient pipes.
    • Roguelike Synergies: Choose from various Relics for each run to create unique, game-breaking builds. Will you stack armour boosts, fire-rate buffs, or focus on faster drilling? The choice dictates your path to survival.

    What Makes Dead Oil Stand Out?

    • Genre Fusion Done Right: It takes the frantic action of a tower defence/vehicular combat game and seamlessly weaves it with the strategic, almost meditative quality of a mining sim. The two phases perfectly complement each other.
    • Gritty, Stylised Aesthetic: The game boasts a distinct, post-apocalyptic pixel art style that instantly evokes classic wasteland fiction. It’s a brutal and fitting look for a brutal world.
    • High Replayability: As a roguelike, no two runs are the same. Procedural generation ensures new challenges and resource layouts, and the sheer variety of upgrades and relics means you’re constantly experimenting with new playstyles.

    If you love the desperate resource management of survival games, the satisfying upgrades of a roguelike, and the high-octane action of a vehicular battler, Dead Oil offers a truly unique cocktail of gameplay.

    Are you ready to risk it all for a few more barrels of black gold? The wasteland is waiting.

    Dead Oil https://store.steampowered.com/app/3669370/Dead_Oil/

    #DeadOil #MoonshineMuffin #postapocalyptic #roguelike #survival #driller #armouredrig #raiders #games #gaming #gamers

  • Dead Oil new game trailer

    Dead Oil new game trailer

    Check out the new trailer for the Dead Oil game, where players navigate a hostile desert in a heavily armoured transport that is constantly under attack from raiders hoping to steal its valuable cargo of oil. This could be described as high-octane combat, but we just call it exciting gaming. The Dead Oil game will be launching on PC through Steam next year.

    To find out more about the Dead Oil game, go to the developer’s page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/NPGzW

    #DeadOil #AlonRubin #MoonshineMuffin #games #gaming #oguelike #survival #oil #resources #raiders #drilling #action #Postapocalyptic #desertwasteland #pcgames #steam

  • Crossout The New Frontier update out now

    Crossout The New Frontier update out now

    In a post-apocalyptic world, you are going to need some serious vehicles in order to survive the Crossout. Now there is a new update called the New Frontier to handle too. In this update, players will be getting some new gear, such as weapons, wheels, cabins and new frames too, in fact, everything a player will need to survive life in the wastelands. The Crossout The New Frontier game update is out now.

    To find out more about the Crossout game, go to the official game website here http://www.crossout.net or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/mrqxq

    #Crossout #GaijinEntertainment #PostApocalyptic #onlinecarcombat #cars #vehicles #TheNewFrontier #gameupdate #Foundersvehicleparts #PvPmap #animatedprofile #UraniumBattles #PvPmode

  • Begin Your Journey With City 20

    Begin Your Journey With City 20

    The quest to survive in a post-apocalyptic world where you have the security of a settlement to keep you safe, but is this what life has become or is there more, could there be a way to bring back the past or has that been lost forever? This is one of those game where all players will have a different experience depending on their decisions and actions. The City 20 game is available now for PC players through Early Access on Steam and from the Epic Games Store.

    To find out more about the City 20 game here on the official website http://www.untoldgames.com/ or head on over to the games page on Steam here https://store.steampowered.com/app/1597980/City_20/

    #UntoldGames #City20 #DystopianLifeSimulator #PostApocalyptic #Survival #Sandbox #PCGames #EarlyAccess #Steam #EpicGamesStore #Games #Gaming