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  • MORE THAN A CITY — BUILD A KINGDOM: COUNTY OF FORTUNE ENTERS EARLY ACCESS

    MORE THAN A CITY — BUILD A KINGDOM: COUNTY OF FORTUNE ENTERS EARLY ACCESS

    Why build a single city when you can shape an entire realm?

    Publisher Aquila Interactive and developer Nepos Games have today officially launched County of Fortune into Steam Early Access, inviting players to step into the boots of a medieval lokator — a noble steward tasked with founding, connecting, and governing a sprawling network of settlements across a living, breathing landscape. A free demo is also available now, letting anyone test their governance skills before committing.

    NOT A CITY. A COUNTY. A LIVING WORLD

    Most city-builders ask you to manage walls and districts. County of Fortune asks you to manage relationships.

    You won’t just found one settlement — you’ll build many, each specialised to thrive in its unique environment: fertile valleys become farm hubs; rocky highlands yield quarries; coasts become fishing villages. No two regions are the same, and neither is your strategy.

    • Specialise and connect — A village of bakers needs grain. A quarry needs roads. A market town needs everything. Build trade routes along rivers and highways to keep resources flowing and your economy growing.
    • Appoint mayors — Put trusted leaders in charge of each settlement. Their traits and priorities shape how your communities evolve — for better or worse.
    • Navigate noble politics — Rival houses, shifting alliances, and competing claims mean your decisions ripple beyond trade. Balance ambition with loyalty to keep your county united.
    • Cultural evolution — Different peoples bring different traditions. Guide how they coexist, blend, or stand apart as generations pass.

    TRY BEFORE YOU RULE — FREE DEMO AVAILABLE

    The full Early Access experience is out now, but you can dip your toes in at no cost: the permanent free demo is live on Steam, featuring refined mechanics, rebalanced cultures, and the ability to move settlements — all shaped by feedback from the community. Progress carries over if you decide to upgrade to the full game, so nothing you build is wasted.

    ROADMAP — SHAPED BY THE PEOPLE WHO PLAY IT

    County of Fortune is expected to remain in Early Access for 6–9 months, with the full release arriving in 2027. Nepos Games has laid out a clear path:

    • Gather player feedback to refine balance, UI, and performance
    • Add new biomes, events, and political systems
    • Expand cultural mechanics and diplomatic depth
    • Polish visuals and quality-of-life features

    The game is already fully playable — what you see now is a solid foundation, not a skeleton. Every update will build on that base with input from the players actually ruling these lands.

    WHY IT STANDS APART

    What makes County of Fortune feel different is its scale and humanity. It isn’t about cramming as many houses as possible into a grid. It’s about spacing, connection, and character. A remote logging camp changes the fortunes of the market town downriver. A mayor with a grudge can disrupt trade across your borders. A sudden shift in weather can test every link in your supply chain.

    It captures the quiet drama of governance: the joy of a thriving market, the headache of a blocked trade route, the pride of watching a handful of hamlets grow into a tapestry of towns and cities.

    RELEASE DETAILS

    DetailInfo
    Early Access LaunchOut now — 5 November 2026
    PlatformPC — Steam
    Free DemoPermanent, progress carries over
    Expected Early Access Duration6–9 months
    GenreMedieval County-Builder / Strategy / Simulation
    LanguagesFull details listed on Steam store page

    FINAL THOUGHTS

    County of Fortune fills a fascinating space between intimate village sims and grand empire builders. It’s about the middle ground — the county — where local needs meet regional ambitions, and where every road, every appointment, and every trade agreement weaves the fabric of a kingdom.

    The landscape is empty. The people are waiting. Your fortune is what you make of it.

    Found your first village. Build your roads. Let prosperity spread.

    Find out more here: County Of Fortune

    #CountyOfFortune #AquilaInteractive #NeposGames #CityBuilder #MedievalGames #StrategyGame #Simulation #IndieDev #Steam #EarlyAccess #PCGaming #Techmash

  • BID, WIN, BUILD AN EMPIRE — STORAGE HUNTER SIMULATOR HEADS TO CONSOLES NOVEMBER 24

    BID, WIN, BUILD AN EMPIRE — STORAGE HUNTER SIMULATOR HEADS TO CONSOLES NOVEMBER 24

    The thrill of the auction — now on console

    Spot a glint of gold among the junk. Outbid everyone else before the locker doors open. Turn forgotten clutter into serious profit. Storage Hunter Simulator — the viral auction hit from astragon Entertainment and Raccoons Studio — arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on 24 November 2026, priced at £20.99 / $24.99 / €24.99.

    Whether you’re bidding solo or teaming up with friends, this is your chance to go from trailer-dwelling rookie to pawnshop tycoon — one winning auction at a time.

    How you play — risk, reward, and sharp eyes

    Every storage unit is a mystery. You peer through the door, spot what you can, and decide: is this worth the gamble?

    • Bid smart, bid fast — compete against rival hunters in tense auctions. Study what’s visible, trust your instincts, and don’t get carried away
    • Thousands of unique items — from everyday clutter to rare antiques and complete collectable sets. Consult experts to identify what you’ve found
    • Run your pawnshop — display goods, negotiate with customers, hire staff, and use marketing to grow your reputation. Expand into a network of stores across five districts
    • Open-world exploration — drive to auctions across town in seven vehicles, managing fuel and storage space. Unlock bigger homes, garages, and mansions as you succeed
    • 4-player online co-op — team up with friends to split tasks, attend multiple auctions at once, and share profits. Visit the amusement park and play mini-games between bids

    Two ways to play — challenge or casual

    ModeExperience
    Easy — Relaxed bidding, clearer valuations, gentler economyPerfect for newcomers and casual treasure hunters
    Hard — Tighter margins, shrewder rivals, expert advice costs moreFor serious dealers who know their antiques

    What’s in the box — full release features

    FeatureDetail
    CampaignFrom trailer to tycoon — unlock locations, vehicles, and properties as you progress
    MultiplayerDrop-in/drop-out co-op for up to 4 players
    World5 distinct districts with secrets, collectables, and hidden stashes
    CustomisationCharacter outfits, shop decor, home design via Architect Mode
    Language support16 languages across both console platforms
    In-app purchasesOptional cosmetics only — no pay-to-win
    Cross-playXbox cross-platform multiplayer supported
    PS Plus / Xbox LiveRequired for online co-op; single-player playable offline

    Ready to hunt?

    The PC version has already won over thousands of players with its addictive mix of observation, bidding strategy, and business management. Now console players get the complete experience — all features, all updates, all treasures — in one launch-day package.

    Add Storage Hunter Simulator to your wishlist now on PlayStation Store and Xbox Store — bids open 24 November 2026.

    #StorageHunterSimulator #astragon #RaccoonsStudio #Simulation #Auction #Pawnshop #CoOpGaming #PS5 #XboxSeriesX #TycoonGame #IndieDev #TechMash

  • Build Together — blockia Launches Fully October 30 with Online Play Mode & 20% Discount

    Build Together — blockia Launches Fully October 30 with Online Play Mode & 20% Discount

    The blocks are ready, and now so are your friends. Independent developer 4th Branch has confirmed that blockia, its charming block-building simulator, releases its full version on Steam this Friday 30 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC / 17:00 JST — with a brand-new online Play mode and an introductory discount.

    What Is blockia?

    blockia is a calming, creative sandbox where there are no fixed goals and no right answers. Just blocks, your imagination, and a peaceful space to build:

    • 120+ part types — from basic bricks to furniture, foliage, roofs, and decorative details
    • Full creative freedom — place, rotate, recolour, and stack however you like
    • Guided recipes — step-by-step instructions help you get started, then you can tweak everything
    • Photo Mode — frame your creation, choose backgrounds and lighting, then snap and export your masterpiece
    • Suitable for all ages — simple, intuitive controls mean children and adults can build side by side

    Build Together — The New Play Mode

    The biggest addition in the full release is Play mode, letting you create alongside friends online:

    • Co-creation sessions — jump into shared spaces and build in real time
    • Build Battle — theme-based challenges where you create, present, and admire each other’s work
    • New parts & backgrounds — expanded creative tools exclusive to the full version
    • Demo remains available — try before you buy; the free demo will stay up post-launch

    Launch Offer — Save 20%

    To celebrate release day, 4th Branch is offering 20% off for the first 14 days:

    • Standard price: £1.79 (UK) / US$1.99 / ¥300
    • Launch discount: 20% off from 30 October — 12 November
    • Platform: Steam (Windows PC)
    • Languages: English, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Korean

    At a Glance

    DetailInfo
    Developer / Publisher4th Branch
    Release30 Oct 2026 — 08:00 UTC / 17:00 JST
    Price£1.79 / $1.99 — 20% off launch discount
    Steam Page[store.steampowered.com/app/5344070](https://store.steampowered.com/app/5344070/blockia/)
    New in Full VersionOnline Play mode, Build Battle, extra parts & backgrounds
    DemoAvailable now, stays live after launch
    Play Mode1–4 players online

    Ready to Build?

    Wishlist today so you don’t miss the launch discount. Whether you’re constructing a cosy cottage, a towering castle, or something delightfully abstract — blockia is open and waiting. Gather your friends, pick up your blocks, and start creating.

    Find out more here: blockia

    #blockia #4thBranch #IndieDev #Simulation #CozyGaming #CreativeGames #Steam #LaunchDiscount #PCGaming #Techmash

  • Pour, Serve, Rule — Taverns of Aldermont: Build Your Legend From a Run-Down Hearth

    Pour, Serve, Rule — Taverns of Aldermont: Build Your Legend From a Run-Down Hearth

    In the quiet town of Aldermont, a dusty tavern with a flickering hearth has just fallen into your hands. It’s seen better days — but so have you.

    Hamre Games, the passion project of solo Norwegian developer Preben, has unveiled Taverns of Aldermont — a charmingly immersive first-person tavern sim where every pour, every meal, and every peace-keeping intervention shapes your legacy. The game is live on Steam wishlists right now, with a free playable demo arriving very soon.

    Your Inheritance — The Old Hearth

    You’ve inherited your grandfather’s tavern — weathered, worn, and waiting for someone to breathe life back into it. You’ll start small:

    • Pull pints by hand in first-person — nail the perfect pour and watch faces light up
    • Cook hearty meals from scratch over the hearth and oven
    • Balance the books: buy stock, upgrade furniture, and reinvest every coin wisely
    • Step outside into a living medieval town — wander the market, harbour, cathedral, and castle on the hill to restock and explore

    More Than Just Drinks — Stories, Songs & Scuffles

    This isn’t just about serving ale — it’s about the people who walk through your doors:

    • Regulars with real stories — they return night after night with personalities, secrets, and lives that unfold over time. Your choices shape how they see you — and how the town sees you
    • Music to fill the hall — hire a young lute player who grows more skilled the longer he performs for you
    • Keep the peace — guests argue, toast, and sometimes clash. Talk troublemakers down… or settle things with your fists when words fail
    • Grow your empire — prosper enough, and you can buy and run five distinct taverns, each with its own crowd, vibe, and way of turning a profit

    At a Glance

    DetailInfo
    DeveloperHamre Games (solo dev Preben, Norway)
    PlatformWindows PC via Steam
    StatusWishlist open now — free demo coming very soon
    GenreFirst-person medieval tavern sim / narrative management
    PlaytimeSingle-player only
    Steam Page[store.steampowered.com/app/5386350](https://store.steampowered.com/app/5386350/)

    Made With Passion — One Person’s Vision

    Every detail in Taverns of Aldermont comes from one developer’s care and craft. From the creak of floorboards to the unique personalities of your regulars, this is a game built slowly, thoughtfully, and with love — exactly the kind of heartfelt indie gem we love to see.

    “Your grandfather’s tavern isn’t just a business — it’s a legacy. Will you restore it to glory?”

    Head to Steam, hit that Wishlist button, and get ready to raise a tankard when the demo drops. Aldermont is waiting.

    Find out more here: Taverns Of Aldermont

    #TavernsOfAldermont #HamreGames #IndieDev #SoloDev #MedievalGames #Simulation #Steam #DemoComing #PCGaming #CozyGaming #Techmash

  • Order from Chaos — Cluttermancer: Tidy Up the Nightmare Alley Unleashes Demo & Launch Date

    Order from Chaos — Cluttermancer: Tidy Up the Nightmare Alley Unleashes Demo & Launch Date

    Every shelf has a rule. Every item has a place. And this alley has been waiting for someone who knows how to sort.

    Co-developers Ivy Juice and SethMadDev — the creative duo behind the warmly received My Little Cafe Nightmare — have confirmed that Cluttermancer: Tidy Up the Nightmare Alley will drop its free Steam demo on October 17 at 6 PM CEST, right on the eve of Steam Next Fest (October 19–26). Even better: the full Early Access release lands just days later on October 30, 2026, bringing order to a magical, crooked street that’s never known it.

    The Alley That Lost Its Way

    You step into the shoes of the Cluttermancer — part cleaner, part sorter, the only person in the realm who sees the logic beneath the mess. The Nightmare Alley is a bustling, cobblestone-lined lane crammed with five distinct magical shops, each one overflowing with 6,666 enchanted items that have somehow ended up everywhere except where they belong.

    Wands hum in potion racks. Ancient tomes whisper from broom closets. Gravestones lean against bakery counters. And yes — your stolen cafe cups from My Little Cafe Nightmare have turned up too, pilfered and scattered across a dozen shelves. Every shop has its own sorting rules, its own quirks, and its own brand of beautiful, bewildering chaos.

    Sort. Arrange. Restore.

    This isn’t just cleaning — it’s magical order-keeping:

    • Five Unique Shops — a wand emporium, a potion apothecary, a forbidden library, a curiosities bazaar, and a very odd cafe. Each demands different logic; what works in one will fail in the next
    • 6,666 Items to Tame — categorise, shelve, and arrange thousands of enchanted objects. Some glow when placed correctly; others hum, or even float, revealing hidden compartments and bonus rewards
    • A Story Unfolds — as you restore order, the alley begins to tell its secrets. Why is everything misplaced? Who — or what — keeps unravelling the shelves? And can you truly tidy a place that feeds on clutter?
    • Cosy, Calming Atmosphere — gentle lighting, warm sounds, and a relaxing soundtrack make this less a chore and more a meditative escape. Perfect for unwinding at the end of a busy day

    From Cafe to Alley — A Shared Universe Grows

    Cluttermancer is set in the same whimsical world as My Little Cafe Nightmare, the hit debut that has sold over 15,000 copies to date. This time, the partnership is deeper: Ivy Juice and SethMadDev are co-developing the game together, pooling their strengths to build something bigger, richer, and packed with secrets.

    “We loved building My Little Cafe Nightmare, but Cluttermancer is the project we’ve wanted to make all along — a place where every misplaced item feels like a tiny mystery, and every organised shelf feels like a victory.” — Ivy Juice & SethMadDev

    Mark Your Calendars — Everything You Need to Know

    MilestoneDate
    Free Demo LaunchesOctober 17, 6 PM CEST
    Steam Next FestOctober 19–26, 2026
    Early Access ReleaseOctober 30, 2026
    • Demo available via the Steam store page — wishlist now to be notified the moment it goes live
    • Full Early Access release includes all five shops, the complete base campaign, and ongoing updates based on player feedback
    • Windows only at launch; system requirements are light — perfect for running alongside your favourite podcast or playlist

    The Shelves Are Waiting — Will You Bring Order?

    The Nightmare Alley hasn’t been truly tidy in living memory. But it’s been waiting for you. For anyone who’s ever stared at a messy room and thought “I can fix this,” for anyone who finds peace in perfect alignment, and for anyone who wants to know where all those stolen coffee cups went — your moment has arrived.

    Download the demo on October 17, dive in during Steam Next Fest, and join the full launch on October 30. The alley is waiting. Grab your duster — and your wand.

    More Info: Cluttermancer Tidy Up The Nightmare Alley

    #Cluttermancer #TidyUpTheNightmareAlley #IvyJuice #Techmash #SethMadDev #SteamNextFest #CozyGaming #IndieGame #Simulation #Organising #ComingSoon

  • Feel the Flight — Rescue Drone Simulator: Second Chance Drops First Gameplay Trailer

    Feel the Flight — Rescue Drone Simulator: Second Chance Drops First Gameplay Trailer

    You’ve seen the concept. Now feel the mission.

    Anraga Studios and The Farm 51 — the acclaimed team behind Chernobylite and Get Even — have just unveiled the very first gameplay trailer for Rescue Drone Simulator: Second Chance, pulling back the curtain not just on how the game looks, but how it flies. It’s a rescue experience where the machine matters as much as the mission — and every second counts.

    When Heroes Can’t Go In, You Send You

    Set in a believable near-future, this is a world where the most dangerous places — burning high-rises, storm-battered coasts, collapsed tunnels, and radiation zones — are simply no longer safe for human rescuers to enter. So they send you. You’re not just flying a camera; you’re piloting a physical machine with real weight, real drag, and real consequences.

    This isn’t about speed runs or acrobatics — it’s about pushing into the unknown, finding those who are trapped, and bringing them home. And you’re not alone.

    Four Drones, Four Lifelines

    The trailer showcases the game’s fleet of purpose-built machines, each designed for a different kind of crisis:

    • Rescue Drone — tracks missing people, drops medical supplies, and marks safe zones
    • Firefighting Drone — carries extinguishers and water payloads into blazes too hot to approach
    • Police & Recon Drone — agile, fast, and built for surveillance, search, and securing perimeters
    • Heavy-Lift Drone — carries gear, clears debris, and delivers heavy aid where it’s needed most

    Every drone handles differently — and every mission demands the right choice before you even take off.

    Flight That Feels Real — For Everyone

    The Farm 51 has built a flight model grounded in physics, not fantasy:

    • Mass, inertia, and battery life — climb too hard and you drain power; carry too much and you slow down
    • Wind, smoke, and turbulence — a gale can push you off course; heat from a fire can buffet you sideways
    • Two control modes — Simulator for authentic, demanding piloting; Arcade with stabilisation and assists so anyone can jump in and save lives
    • Customise and tune in the workshop — swap motors, batteries, propellers, and sensors to match your playstyle and the mission ahead

    Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or a first-time flyer, the goal stays the same: get there, find them, bring them back.

    More Than a Job — A Second Chance for Everyone

    Beneath the machinery lies a deeply human story. Your team — a firefighter who can no longer enter burning buildings, a paramedic haunted by calls he couldn’t answer, an investigator who mistrusts the very tech she uses, and a specialist fighting to clear her name — each carries their own scars. Across 20 story missions and 5 distinct maps, you’re saving more than strangers — you’re saving each other.

    Every call-out brings new emergencies, new locations, and new fragments of the team’s journey toward redemption.

    Coming Q1 2027 — Wishlist Now

    Rescue Drone Simulator: Second Chance lands on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in Q1 2027. The Steam store page is live — wishlist today to catch every update and be first to know when it launches.

    The Sky Awaits — Your Mission Starts Now

    The trailer has landed, the drones are ready, and the world is waiting for someone brave enough to fly where no one else can.

    Watch the full gameplay reveal, wishlist Rescue Drone Simulator: Second Chance on Steam, and prepare to answer the call. They can’t go in. You can.

    More Info: Rescue Drone Simulator Second Chance

    #RescueDroneSimulator #SecondChance #TheFarm51 #AnragaStudios #Simulation #Rescue #Drone #IndieGame #GamingNews #Coming2027 #Techmash

  • Sunshine & Scanners — Quarantine Zone: Miami Zero Drops FREE on PC & Xbox!

    Sunshine & Scanners — Quarantine Zone: Miami Zero Drops FREE on PC & Xbox!

    This year, millions of you stepped up to protect humanity from an apocalyptic zombie outbreak in Quarantine Zone: The Last Check — but your work is far from over. Developer Brigada Games and publisher Devolver Digital have unleashed Miami Zero, a massive, completely free expansion that takes you to where it all began: the sun-soaked streets of Miami, Florida. Available right now on PC (Steam, Game Pass) and Xbox.

    Welcome to Ground Zero

    Miami Zero isn’t just a new map — it’s a prequel campaign that throws you back to the very first days of the outbreak. Before the checkpoints, before the global quarantine, before the world fell apart — spring break was in full swing, and something was spreading faster than beach gossip.

    You’re the first responder on the scene, screening crowds of panicked partygoers, locals, and tourists as the virus takes hold. This is where the story started — and what you discover here changes everything you thought you knew about the infection.

    What’s New in the Sunshine State?

    All-New Gameplay

    • Lab research system — collect samples, study mutations, and track the virus back to its source
    • Fresh inspection mechanics — never-before-seen symptoms require new tools and sharper instincts
    • Yacht restoration project — help survivors repair a luxury vessel as their escape route from the city
    • Dynamic weather — blistering heat gives way to torrential tropical storms that change how the virus behaves
    • Over 30 unique survivors — each with distinct stories, risks, and secrets; your choices ripple across the campaign

    A City on the Edge

    Miami blends glitz and grit in classic style: neon-lit boardwalks, abandoned festival grounds, luxury marinas, and rain-soaked streets where the infected don’t just wander — they adapt. The virus here is mutating fast, and identifying who’s truly safe becomes harder than ever.

    Free for Everyone

    • No purchase required — Miami Zero downloads automatically for all base-game owners
    • Base game 35% off on Steam through 19 Oct 2026 — perfect time to jump in
    • Xbox & PC Game Pass subscribers get full access, including the expansion
    • Miami Supporter Pack available separately — purely cosmetic beach-themed skins and dog outfits to back the team

    Why It Matters

    Quarantine Zone: The Last Check has earned its place as a breakout hit, praised for its tense moral dilemmas, atmospheric storytelling, and deceptively deep simulation mechanics. Miami Zero is the largest update since launch — and Brigada Games is making it free as a thank you to the millions who’ve stood guard at the gate.

    Ready to Return?

    Whether you’re a veteran operator or a new recruit, the beaches of Miami are calling — and the clock is ticking. The outbreak didn’t start at the border. It started here. And someone needs to hold the line.

    Download Miami Zero now via the Quarantine Zone Steam Page or your Xbox library. The sun’s out — but so is the danger.

    #QuarantineZone #MiamiZero #BrigadaGames #DevolverDigital #FreeDLC #ZombieGame #Simulation #IndieGame #PCGaming #XboxGamePass #Techmash

  • Drinks, Dangers & Drinks for Four — On the Rocks Serves Up Co-op in Updated Next Fest Demo

    Drinks, Dangers & Drinks for Four — On the Rocks Serves Up Co-op in Updated Next Fest Demo

    The wasteland just got a lot more sociable. Independent developer LootBAG Studios and publisher 312 Interactive have unveiled a major update to the demo for their post-apocalyptic bar-management sim On the Rocks, bringing a four-player online co-op preview ahead of Steam Next Fest (19–26 October). Grab your crew, polish your glasses, and fire up the still — the demo is live right now on Steam.

    What Is On the Rocks?

    Set in the year 2635, where endless war has turned the world into a toxic, water-starved ruin, On the Rocks casts you as the keeper of the last watering hole worth visiting. After your convoy is wrecked by raiders, a grizzled survivor named Uncle John offers you shelter — if you restore and run his derelict family bar.

    It’s a one-of-a-kind blend: survival exploration meets tavern management meets immersive sim, all wrapped in first-person. Scavenge the wasteland, purify toxic sludge into drinkable water, brew rare and valuable beverages, serve demanding customers, fortify your premises against nightly raids — and somehow keep the lights on.

    “The wasteland is dark. The bar is lit. Keep both alive.” — LootBAG Studios

    Co-op — Run the Bar Together

    The big news is the new co-op preview — up to four survivors can now team up in a shared world, splitting the work and the fun:

    Role in the CrewWhat You Can Do
    Brewers & BarkeepsTend the bar, mix drinks, manage stock, handle customers
    ScavengersVenture out together to hunt resources, rare chemicals, and recipes
    Builders & DefendersExpand the layout, upgrade gear, reinforce barricades
    Road CrewDrive vehicles across the wastes to trade, explore, and fight side-by-side

    How It Works

    • Create a lobby, invite friends via Steam, and ready up
    • Proximity voice chat — natural conversation when you’re together behind the bar
    • Walkie-talkies — stay in touch across long distances for supply runs or danger warnings
    • Host-saved progress — shared story and bar growth persist through the host’s save file
    • Preview status — co-op is still in active development; some features (such as random city duels) remain single-player only for now, and feedback will shape the final release

    What Else Is New?

    The updated demo brings more than just multiplayer:

    • Faction standing and NPC relationships tracked in a revamped journal
    • Named save slots supporting up to 12 separate games
    • Smoother NPC crowd performance and a raft of collision, placement, and UI fixes

    Full Game Features — What’s Coming

    FeatureDetails
    Release WindowQ4 2026
    ModesSingle-player + online co-op (full launch)
    LanguagesEnglish, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, Portuguese, Japanese
    PC SpecsWindows 10/11; i3-2100 / FX-6300 minimum; GTX 750 Ti; 4 GB RAM; 4 GB storage
    Core LoopScavenge ? Purify ? Brew ? Serve ? Defend ? Expand
    ThemesAlcohol preparation, in-game gambling, combat/survival violence

    Steam Next Fest — Join the Party

    The updated demo is available immediately on Steam — perfect for playing solo or gathering your team before the festival kicks off next week. Whether you’re brewing in sync, fending off raiders back-to-back, or exploring the ruins together, On the Rocks promises a rare mix of warmth and wasteland grit — where friendship might just be the most valuable resource of all.

    “Grab some friends and we’ll see you at the bar!”

    More Info:

    https://s.team/a/4149640

    #OnTheRocks #LootBAGStudios #312Interactive #SteamNextFest #CoOpGaming #Simulation #PostApocalyptic #IndieDev #ManagementGame #PCGaming #Techmash

  • Streets, Skylines & Second Chances — Cities: Skylines – Expanded Edition Rises on Switch 2 October 28!

    Streets, Skylines & Second Chances — Cities: Skylines – Expanded Edition Rises on Switch 2 October 28!

    Build bigger, manage smarter, and look better than ever. Paradox Interactive, in partnership with Tantalus Media, has officially unveiled Cities: Skylines – Expanded Edition — a complete rebuild of Colossal Order’s landmark city-building experience, optimised from the ground up exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2. It arrives October 28, ready to turn your console into a thriving metropolis.

    What Is Expanded Edition?

    This isn’t just a port — it’s a reimagining. Where the original 2018 Switch release faced hard limits, Expanded Edition tears them up and starts fresh. Every system, visual, and tool has been overhauled to take full advantage of Switch 2’s power — delivering the deepest, most flexible city-building experience ever seen on a Nintendo platform.

    More Space to Build Your Vision

    • 25 buildable tiles — up from just 9 in the original Switch version, letting your city sprawl across a far larger landscape
    • Map Editor — craft completely custom landscapes, shape rivers, sculpt mountains, and lay coastlines before placing a single road

    Precision Tools & Polished Play

    • Precision placement with distance indicators and improved snapping — line up every road and building exactly where you want it
    • Quick Selection Tool — jump instantly between roads, zones, and utilities without digging through menus
    • Environmental Controls Panel — adjust time of day, rain, fog, and atmospheric colouring in real time to set the perfect mood
    • Full keyboard & mouse support alongside controllers — build the way that works best for you

    Two Ways to Play

    Table

    Graphics ModeTargetBest For
    PerformanceUp to 60 FPS with upscalingFast-paced expansion, busy cities, smooth movement
    Quality30 FPS with enhanced visualsScenic tours, screenshots, admiring your work

    Packed with Premium Content

    Ten DLC expansions and content packs come included at no extra cost:

    • After Dark — nightlife and tourism districts
    • Snowfall — winter weather, trams, and heating systems
    • Green Cities — eco-friendly buildings and policies
    • Sunset Harbor — fishing industries, harbours, and transport
    • Plus Map Pack 3, Country Road, Pearls from the East, Deep Focus Radio, Carols Candles & Candy, and Match Day

    Pricing & Upgrade Offer

    • Launch Price: £41.49 / $49 / €49
    • Upgrade Discount: Owners of the original Switch edition get 70% off Expanded Edition until April 28, 2027 — just £12.45 to upgrade
    • Availability: Digital eShop + physical retail release

    Why It Matters

    For years, Cities: Skylines has been the gold standard in city-building — but console versions always compromised on space or features. Expanded Edition changes that, bringing the breadth of the PC experience to your living room or on the go, with refinements designed specifically to feel right at home on Switch 2.

    “This is the city-builder you’ve always wanted — bigger, prettier, and more flexible than ever before.”

    Pre-orders are live now on the Nintendo eShop. Whether you’re returning mayor or fresh-faced planner, the sky isn’t the limit — it’s just the beginning.

    Find out more about Cities Skylines

    #CitiesSkylines #ExpandedEdition #ParadoxInteractive #TantalusMedia #ColossalOrder #NintendoSwitch2 #CityBuilder #Simulation #ManagementGame #Switch2 #GamingNews #October2026 #Techmash

  • Shelves, Secrets & Spirits — Something is Wrong with the Library Unveiled!

    Shelves, Secrets & Spirits — Something is Wrong with the Library Unveiled!

    Books are falling off the shelves for a reason. Acclaimed indie studio Strange Scaffold — the creative force behind I Am Your Beast, CLICKOLDING, El Paso, Elsewhere, Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, and Truck-kun Is Supporting Me From Another World?! — has today announced its next haunting creation: Something is Wrong with the Library, a spooky narrative organising simulator arriving on PC via Steam this fall (Q4 2026).

    Quiet on the Shelves — Something Stirs

    You’re spending the night at the Alex Dieter Public Library and Center for Reflection in Sweet Elm, a mountain town transformed by billionaire benefactor Alex Dieter. He gifted fibre internet, landscaped parks, and promised a bright future. But he also did something unspeakable — and now the library won’t rest.

    Books hurl themselves from shelves. Shadows linger where they shouldn’t. And the walls? They hold secrets that won’t stay buried. With the help of former administrator Phillip Shed, you’ll clean, sort, and shelve your way through one long, terrifying night — uncovering the truth behind the hauntings and the complicity that let them happen.

    Sort by Day, Spooked by Night

    This isn’t your typical horror — it’s cosy dread, Strange Scaffold style:

    • Thousands of real book titles — shelve actual works using the Dewey Decimal System, by author, title, and classification
    • Modular Chaos System — every playthrough gives you a different pile of fallen books; no two nights are the same
    • Fully-voiced narrative — unravel a story of small-town complicity, supernatural manifestations, and accountability
    • Eerie, shifting presences — unlock the library’s full spectrum of haunting phenomena
    • The Drowning Room — some sections defy explanation… and physics
    • Accessible specs — runs smoothly on modest machines; Windows 10+, 4GB RAM, 3GB storage

    About the Makers

    Strange Scaffold has built a reputation for bold, genre-blending games that mix heart, humour, and darkness. Partnering with publisher Frosty Pop, they’re turning a simple premise — put books away — into something deeply unsettling and uniquely compelling.

    Ready to Check In?

    Something is Wrong with the Library arrives Q4 2026 on Steam. Add it to your wishlist now — and remember: when a book falls off the shelf all by itself… don’t just pick it up. Ask why.

    Find out more here

    #SomethingIsWrongWithTheLibrary #StrangeScaffold #FrostyPop #IndieHorror #Steam #PCGaming #CozyHorror #Simulation #NarrativeGame #TechMash

  • Forge Ice and Flame — Plan B: Terraform’s Worlds of Fire and Water DLC Out Now!

    Forge Ice and Flame — Plan B: Terraform’s Worlds of Fire and Water DLC Out Now!

    Shape worlds of scorching lava and endless ocean. Developer Gaddy Games has launched Worlds of Fire and Water, the first major expansion for the calming sci-fi terraforming sim Plan B: Terraform, available right now on Steam alongside a substantial free update and a base-game discount.

    Two Extremes — One Goal

    The DLC introduces two brand-new planets, each demanding a completely fresh approach to terraforming:

    The Fire World

    • Scorching temperatures, near-constant eruptions, and almost no surface water
    • Mine cooled basalt from lava flows — standard mining won’t work here
    • Deploy cooling plants, orbital shades, and comet-capture tech to tame the heat
    • Every resource is scarce; planning and patience are your greatest tools

    The Water World

    • Almost entirely submerged — you start with nothing but tiny islands
    • Cool the planet to grow polar ice caps, lower sea levels, and reveal new land
    • Build floating depots, harvest from the seabed, and nurture ocean ecosystems
    • Clear mineral pollution to restore plankton and sea plants — oxygen comes from the water up

    Free Update 1.1 — For Everyone

    You don’t need the DLC to get a massive upgrade. All base-game owners receive:

    • New Tech Tree — replaces level-based progression with a flexible unlock system
    • New vehicles — early-game ships and late-game airships join the fleet
    • Dynamic ice caps & snow — real-time climate shifts reshape the map
    • Upgradable everything — boost truck/train/drone capacity, speed, and efficiency
    • Ocean life & floating depots — build on water and watch ecosystems evolve

    Pricing & Launch Deals

    Table

    ItemPriceOffer
    Worlds of Fire and Water DLC$4.9915% off for first 7 days
    Plan B: Terraform (Base Game)$15.9930% off Steam Daily Deal

    The base game holds a “Very Positive” rating on Steam — 91% approval across nearly 1,900 reviews.

    Get Plan B: Terraform & DLC:

    Whether you’re taming a volcanic inferno or drying out an endless sea — the power to shape a world is in your hands.

    Find out more here

    #PlanBTerraform #GaddyGames #WorldsOfFireAndWater #DLC #Terraforming #Simulation #Strategy #IndieGame #SteamDeals #GamingNews #TechMash

  • Bid, Flip, Fortune — Max Bid Unveiled: Your Underground Empire Awaits!

    Bid, Flip, Fortune — Max Bid Unveiled: Your Underground Empire Awaits!

    Ever wondered what treasures lie sealed inside those mystery containers? Solo developer OkoruDev has lifted the lid on Max Bid — a slick, shadowy incremental game where you run a clandestine bidding device, outcut rivals, and turn unknown cargo into serious profit. The Steam page and reveal trailer are live right now, with full release targeted for Q1 2027.

    The Hustle — Bid, Open, Sell, Repeat

    Max Bid drops you into a grimy, retro-styled underground network where every transaction carries a thrill of risk and reward:

    • Bid Smart — Use your clunky, trusted device to place bids on sealed containers. Outmanoeuvre rival buyers before the timer ticks down
    • Uncover the Loot — Crack open your winnings and see what tumbled inside. It could be scrap to dump, broken gear needing repair, or rare goods worth a fortune
    • Fix & Flip — Patch up damaged items to boost their value, sell everything off, and watch the credits roll in
    • Upgrade & Automate — Pump profits back into your rig: boost luck, speed up auctions, and eventually automate the whole operation so it runs while you sleep
    • Crack the Treasure Containers — Special sealed safes appear occasionally. Nail the three-symbol code and you could hit the jackpot

    Built for Satisfaction — One Dev’s Vision

    Crafted entirely by solo creator OkoruDev, Max Bid leans into the addictive “just one more run” pull of the best incremental games, wrapped in a moody dark-retro 2.5D aesthetic. It’s designed to be easy to pick up, endlessly tweakable, and dangerously hard to step away from. With 20+ distinct containers to unlock and bid on, there’s always a bigger prize just one successful auction away.

    How to Follow the Action

    • Steam Page — Live now: wishlist today to catch the launch first
    • Announce Trailer — Available to watch right now
    • Full Release — Planned for Q1 2027 on PC

    The market never sleeps. The containers are waiting. Will you play it safe — or go for Max Bid?

    Find out more here

    #MaxBid #OkoruDev #IndieDev #IncrementalGame #BlackMarket #Simulation #Steam #ComingSoon #TechMash