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  • Blink, Shift, Survive — Time To Wake Up Launches as Belgian Debut Thriller

    Blink, Shift, Survive — Time To Wake Up Launches as Belgian Debut Thriller

    Step into a dream where your eyes are your only way out. Belgian independent studio Eye Blink Twice has officially launched their very first commercial title: Time To Wake Up, an atmospheric psychological thriller built around one deceptively simple mechanic — the act of blinking. Available right now on Steam and PlayStation 5, with Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch joining later this year.

    What Is Time To Wake Up?

    You play as Alan Malone, trapped in a shifting, surreal dreamscape woven from fractured school-day memories. Guided by a mysterious voice that knows your eyes better than you do, you must navigate an endless, warped maze of classrooms, libraries, playgrounds, and corridors — all while confronting the shadows of your past.

    “One night, you find yourself stuck in a dream. You hear a voice, fond of your eyes. Together, you set out on a trip down memory lane.” — Eye Blink Twice

    This isn’t a typical horror game of jump scares and cheap shocks. Instead, it leans into atmosphere, unease, and psychological weight — a journey through spaces that feel familiar yet fundamentally wrong, where every hallway can twist and rewrite itself the moment you close your eyes.

    The Core Mechanic — Blink and the World Changes

    Your most powerful ability is also your most natural: blinking. Close your eyes, and reality reshapes itself:

    EffectWhat Happens
    Reset & ShiftMoving objects freeze, rewind, or reposition
    FloodDry rooms fill with water; new paths rise to the surface
    FlipGravity twists — floors become ceilings, up becomes down
    RevealHidden messages, doorways, and clues appear only in one state

    Solving puzzles means learning to see both versions of every space — before the blink and after. It turns a basic human reflex into a tool of perception, timing, and discovery.

    Environments — Familiar Places, Unsettling Twists

    The world of Time To Wake Up draws directly from everyday school life — then warps it into something dreamlike and disquieting:

    • Dim-lit, endless libraries
    • Corridors that loop and stretch
    • Playgrounds that rearrange themselves
    • Bathrooms with impossible geometry
    • Walls covered in cryptic quotes and half-remembered fragments

    Every area carries a distinct, heavy atmosphere — intimate, claustrophobic, and quietly haunting.

    Themes — Memory, Trauma, and Moving On

    Beneath the shifting surfaces lies a story about unprocessed trauma and the difficulty of facing what we’ve buried. The game does not shy away from heavy subjects — described as containing strong language and themes of unresolved trauma — but frames them with care, through the language of metaphor and environment rather than graphic violence.

    It’s a game about looking at what you’ve been avoiding — and finding the courage to open your eyes.

    Platforms, Pricing & Details

    DetailInformation
    DeveloperEye Blink Twice (Belgium)
    PublishersEye Blink Twice, Serafini Productions, Gamersky Games
    Released NowSteam (PC) & PlayStation 5 — 12 Oct 2026
    Coming Later 2026Xbox Series X/S · Nintendo Switch
    Price (PS5)$14.99
    Storage13 GB required
    LanguagesEnglish (full audio + subs), Simplified/Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Dutch
    AccessibilityAdjustable text, camera comfort mode, full controller support, QTE-free play option
    DemoAvailable on Steam — note: saves do not transfer to full game

    PC Specs:

    • Minimum: Windows 10, Intel i5-9600K / Ryzen 5, GTX 1060, 8 GB RAM
    • Recommended: Windows 11, Intel i7-9750H / Ryzen 7, GTX 2060, 8 GB RAM

    Why It Stands Out

    For a debut studio project, Time To Wake Up is remarkably confident. It takes a single, elegant idea — that blinking can rewrite the world — and builds an entire experience around it, without overcomplicating or diluting the core mechanic. It also proves that indie teams can deliver polished, thoughtful experiences that tackle emotional themes with sensitivity.

    Eye Blink Twice has arrived — and they’re asking you not just to watch, but to blink, look again, and wake up.

    “Your eyes are the key out of this maze of memories.”

    More Info:

    https://s.team/a/2509870

    #TimeToWakeUp #EyeBlinkTwice #IndieGame #Techmash #PsychologicalThriller #AdventureGame #Steam #PS5 #BelgianDev #GamingDebut #PuzzleGame

  • Clues, Contradictions & Crime — Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction Launches October 15!

    Clues, Contradictions & Crime — Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction Launches October 15!

    Publisher Yogscast Games and Bristol-based indie developer Gilded Rune Games have officially announced that Dupery: A Game of Solo Deduction — the genre-bending single-player social deduction roguelite — arrives on SteamThursday 15 October 2026, with a 20% launch discount available at release.

    What Is Dupery? — Everyone Is a Suspect. Most Are Lying.

    Social deduction games usually need a group of friends — one of whom is definitely lying. Dupery brings that tension entirely to single-player. You’re a detective in a noir city infiltrated by a criminal syndicate. Every case drops you into a grid of suspects who make statements — but Innocents tell the truth, Underlings lie, Traitors deceive, and Meddlers muddle the facts. Compare statements, spot contradictions, and arrest the guilty — but get it wrong, and your reputation tanks. Too many mistakes, and you’re fired.

    The Core Hook

    • 175+ handcrafted roles across four categories: Innocent, Meddler, Underling, Traitor
    • Procedurally generated cases — no two investigations play the same way
    • Reputation system — preserve your standing; wrongful arrests cost you progress
    • 3 distinct regions — each with unique mechanics, quirks, and dedicated role pools
    • In-game notation toolkit — build your own crime board, track alibis, and mark contradictions
    • Roguelite structure — fail, reset, learn patterns, and take down the syndicate one case at a time

    Release Details

    DetailInfo
    DeveloperGilded Rune Games (Bristol, UK — 3-person indie studio)
    PublisherYogscast Games
    Release Date15 October 2026
    PlatformPC — Steam
    Launch Offer20% discount at launch
    Price£TBD / $TBD (discount applied automatically)
    Steam PageLive now — wishlist today
    DemoAvailable now on Steam

    Why It Stands Out

    Social deduction is traditionally a multiplayer space — Among Us, Secret Hitler, Town of Salem. Dupery is the first to fully translate that suspicion-and-trust loop into a compelling solo experience. Every suspect has a role that dictates how they communicate — some lie outright, others omit, some accidentally mislead. Decoding that web of deceit entirely on your own is a uniquely satisfying mental workout.

    The game built buzz through the Tiny Teams Festival and a community ARG that had players solving puzzles before release. Early previews call it “Minesweeper where half the numbers are lying” — tense, replayable, and endlessly clever.

    The syndicate runs the city. Only you can untangle the lies. Will you arrest the guilty… or will you get duped?

    More Info: https://s.team/a/3845070

    #Dupery #SoloDeduction #YogscastGames #GildedRuneGames #Roguelite #MysteryGame #IndieDev #BristolGames #Steam #PCGaming #TechMash

  • Robots, Ruins & Running Scared — Expendabots Lands on Steam!

    Robots, Ruins & Running Scared — Expendabots Lands on Steam!

    Developer Collision Games and publisher Blue Brain Games have officially launched Expendabots on Steam for PC and Mac — a delightfully tense 1–4 player co-op horror-extraction game where you play as disposable robots sent to scavenge dangerous, procedurally generated islands and dungeons, grab what you can carry, and get out before everything goes very, very wrong.

    The Premise — Replaceable, Not Disposable

    You’re an Expendabot: clunky, cute, and sent into the Custody Zone — a forbidden archipelago sealed off from the world — to recover lost tech and relics. You’re outmatched, outgunned, and easily broken. But you’re not alone. Up to three friends can join you — and when one falls, the squad can recover their mechanical heart, bring it back to base, and print them a fresh body. The mission survives. You might, too.

    Every Run Is Different

    FeatureThe Lowdown
    Procedurally Generated WorldsNo two islands or dungeons play the same — new paths, threats, and layouts every time
    Stealth-First SurvivalEnemies react to sight and sound — keep quiet, kill your lights, stick together
    Portable 3D PrintingScavenge materials and craft survival gear, tools, and distraction decoys on the fly
    Squad Revival SystemRetrieve a fallen teammate’s heart ? return to the printer ? they’re back in action
    Shared Jump ScaresOnline-synchronized frights — if one person screams, everyone hears it
    Full Cross-Platform SupportPlay together on Windows and macOS
    9 Languages SupportedEnglish, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Czech, Polish, Portuguese-Brazil, Slovak

    How It Plays

    1. Deploy — Drop onto a mysterious island or descend into a dark, abandoned dungeon
    2. Scavenge — Gather resources, filament, and valuable tech while staying hidden
    3. Craft — Use your on-board 3D printer to make tools, distractions, and survival gear
    4. Survive — Sneak past horrors, run when spotted, and help your squad escape
    5. Extract — Make it to the rendezvous point before the island is lost — with your loot and your friends

    Release & Platform Details

    DetailInfo
    DeveloperCollision Games
    PublisherBlue Brain Games
    PlatformsSteam — Windows PC + macOS
    DemoFree playable demo live now
    Full Release2026
    Players1–4 (Online Co-op)
    Minimum Specs (PC)Win 10; i5-7600; 4 GB RAM; GTX 1080; 6 GB storage
    Minimum Specs (Mac)macOS 12; Apple M1; 4 GB RAM; 6 GB storage

    Why It Stands Out

    Expendabots balances two things that rarely work together: genuine tension and genuine charm. Your robot is goofy, expressive, and clunky — but the dungeons are dark, the monsters are terrifying, and one wrong noise can bring the whole hunt down on your squad. It’s extraction without the sweat, horror without the cruelty, and teamwork where nobody gets left behind — even if they do need to be 3D-printed back into existence.

    The demo is live right now on Steam — perfect for a scare with friends. The full game arrives later this year.

    Stay quiet. Stick together. And don’t forget to grab your heart on the way out.

    More Info – https://expendabots.com/

    #Expendabots #CollisionGames #BlueBrainGames #CoOpHorror #ExtractionGame #Robots #ProceduralGeneration #Steam #PCGaming #MacGaming #TechMash

  • Blast From the Past — BLASTER! Returns After 29 Years, Restored for Modern PCs!

    Blast From the Past — BLASTER! Returns After 29 Years, Restored for Modern PCs!

    Almost three decades since it first blazed onto screens, BLASTER! — the legendary 1997 sci-fi arcade shooter from Poland’s Metropolis Software House — has officially returned. Publisher TopWare Interactive launched the extensively restored edition on Steam and GOG on 9 October 2026, bringing a long-lost piece of European gaming history to a worldwide audience for the very first time.

    The Story — From Katharsis to the World

    Originally released in Poland as Katharsis for MS-DOS, BLASTER! was one of the country’s earliest and most ambitious homegrown shooters — a fast, ferocious Defender-style side-scroller where you pilot the starfighter Eagle across 20 levels, fending off swarms of enemies while protecting vulnerable ground targets. For years, it remained largely unknown outside its homeland — until now.

    This restoration preserves every level, enemy, mechanic, and gameplay beat exactly as it was in 1997. Nothing has been rebalanced, redesigned, or dumbed down.

    Restored, Not Rewritten

    The team’s philosophy was simple: respect the past, refresh the presentation. You can switch between two modes at any time via the launcher:

    ModeWhat You Get
    OriginalPure 1997 experience — untouched graphics, audio, and cutscenes
    EnhancedUpgraded visuals, reworked cutscenes, remastered sound effects — all layered over the unchanged gameplay

    What’s New for 2026

    • Official English & Russian language support — a first in the game’s history
    • Two bonus levels — fresh challenges built in the original style
    • Additional Eagle skin — fly in style without altering the action
    • Full modern PC compatibility — runs natively on Windows 10/11, no DOSBox required
    • Deluxe Edition extras — remastered soundtrack, four extra ship skins, bonus power-up, digital wallpapers

    Release Details

    DetailInfo
    Original DeveloperMetropolis Software House (Poland, 1997)
    PublisherTopWare Interactive
    Release Date9 October 2026
    PlatformsSteam + GOG (PC)
    Price~$7.99 / €7.99 — Launch discount available
    Deluxe EditionBase game + soundtrack + extras — ~$10.99 / €10.99
    Playtime20+ levels — tough, unforgiving, authentic arcade length

    On the Restoration

    “BLASTER! is not being remade — it is being remembered. We didn’t want to reinvent it. We wanted to make sure it could be played, seen, and heard exactly as its creators intended — by everyone, everywhere.”

    — TopWare Interactive

    Metropolis Software House, the original studio behind Katharsis / BLASTER!, later became part of CD Projekt and closed in 2009 — making this release something of a final tribute to their pioneering work.

    Why It Matters

    In an era of endless remakes and reimaginings, BLASTER! stands apart: a restoration, not a rewrite. It’s a window into 1990s Polish game development — ambitious, uncompromising, and fiercely fun — now accessible to all. Whether you lived through the DOS era or just love tight, reflex-driven arcade action, this is one blast from the past worth taking.

    The Eagle is airborne again. The galaxy needs you.

    More Info – https://s.team/a/4959180

    #BLASTER #Katharsis #TopWareInteractive #MetropolisSoftware #RetroGaming #ArcadeShooter #PCGaming #Steam #GOG #Restoration #TechMash

  • Build, Bash & Brawl — Hack ‘n’ Stack Launches Today on Steam & Switch!

    Build, Bash & Brawl — Hack ‘n’ Stack Launches Today on Steam & Switch!

    Forget playing nice. Hack ‘n’ Stack, the gleefully chaotic new physics-powered party game from Quebec-based independent studio Triple Boris and publishing label Dodo Tako, is out today on Steam (PC/Mac) and Nintendo Switch, priced $19.99 USD. Gather your friends, grab whatever isn’t nailed down, and defend your base — by any means necessary.

    What Is Hack ‘n’ Stack?

    It’s tower defence — but everything is physics, everything is stackable, and almost everything can be used as a weapon. Up to four players team up (or turn on each other) to scavenge materials, slap together barricades and turrets, and hold back waves of invaders determined to flatten your fort.

    • Build from anything — wood, stone, scrap, even cake. If you can lift it, you can stack it
    • Physics-powered mayhem — towers wobble, walls collapse, and well-placed blocks can crush enemies outright
    • Co-op for up to 4 — local split-screen or online play; share resources, split the work, and watch whose defences fall first
    • Chaos is a feature — friendly fire is real, misfiring turrets happen, and your best-laid plans will frequently collapse spectacularly

    How It Plays

    PhaseWhat You Do
    Scavenge — Gather blocks and materials across the mapGrab anything that looks useful. Drag it, haul it, hurl it
    Build — Stack walls, craft turrets, shore up defencesTaller isn’t always stronger — physics rules all
    Defend — Fend off incoming waves togetherOperate turrets, repair breaches, bash enemies with leftover blocks
    Repeat — Survive, improve, survive longerEach wave brings bigger threats and better loot

    Launch Details

    DetailInfo
    DeveloperTriple Boris Inc. (Quebec, Canada)
    PublisherDodo Tako / Sticky Rice Games
    Available NowSteam (PC/Mac) + Nintendo Switch
    Price$19.99 USD
    Players1–4 (local split-screen / online co-op)
    LanguagesEnglish + French
    GenrePhysics co-op tower defence/party game
    Release Date9 Oct 2026

    Why It Stands Out

    Most co-op games ask you to play nice. Hack ‘n’ Stack doesn’t mind if you play practical. Need to block a gap? Stack a wall. Need more firepower? Build a turret. Need to stop an enemy right now? Heave a boulder at their head. The physics system turns every match into a comedy of errors and comebacks — and that’s exactly the point.

    Triple Boris, the indie studio behind it all, has been crafting fun, approachable multiplayer experiences for years. With Hack ‘n’ Stack, they’ve fused tower defence strategy with the pure, unscripted joy of stacking things until they fall over — and it’s out today.

    Grab your friends. Start stacking. Try not to knock your own defences down.

    More Info – https://hacknstackgame.com/

    #HackNStack #TripleBoris #DodoTako #PartyGame #TowerDefense #CoOp #NintendoSwitch #Steam #IndieDev #QuebecGames #TechMash

  • Bars, Blueprints & Big Escapes — The Escapists 3 Breaks Cover for 2027!

    Bars, Blueprints & Big Escapes — The Escapists 3 Breaks Cover for 2027!

    Team17 has officially sprung the biggest reveal of the season: The Escapists 3, the long-awaited next chapter in the award-winning prison escape franchise, unveiled for the very first time during the Triple-I Initiative Showcase. Ditching the series’ signature pixel art for a vibrant fully 3D sandbox, it’s locked in for a 2027 release on PC and consoles — and yes, you can wishlist it right now on Steam.

    Everything You Know — Now in Full 3D

    Prison has rules. You have other plans.

    For nearly a decade, The Escapists has been the gold standard of creative, chaotic breakout gameplay. Now the perspective shifts entirely — but the mission stays the same: study the routine, loot the supplies, craft the impossible, and get out.

    • Five distinct prisons — each with unique layouts, guard routines, secrets, and surrounding landscapes. Beyond the walls lies dense forest, rugged canyons, ancient catacombs and treacherous waters
    • 120+ items & weapons to scavenge, trade and craft. Almost anything can become part of an escape plan — whether it should is another matter entirely
    • No single solution — dig, climb, sneak, fight, disguise, improvise. There are good plans, bad plans, and the occasional plan involving molten chocolate
    • Skill progression — earn XP, unlock abilities, and tailor your inmate to your preferred escape style. Customise your cell while you’re at it

    Break Out Better With Friends

    Escaping is great — escaping together is better. The Escapists 3 supports:

    ModeDetails
    Online Co-opUp to 4 players — divide the workload, time things perfectly, execute the perfect breakout… and find out who’s useless with a shovel
    Local Split-Screen2 players on one device — old-school couch co-op returns
    Solo PlayTackle every prison at your own pace, no distractions, no deadweight partners

    Release & Platforms

    DetailInfo
    Developer / PublisherTeam17
    Revealed9 Oct 2026 — Triple-I Initiative Showcase
    Release Window2027
    PlatformsPC (Steam), PS5, Xbox Series X
    Steam PageLive now — wishlist today!
    PriceTo be announced
    System RequirementsTo be announced

    On the Record

    “The Escapists, as a series, has been both a breakout and runaway success for Team17. As such, I’m delighted that we’re offering players the chance to become institutionalised once more — but this time in fully realised, 3D correctional facilities. It’s a fresh perspective on a fan favourite, and today’s announcement is just a sneak peek of what’s to come.”

    — Harley Homewood, General Manager, Team17

    Why It Matters

    It’s been roughly nine years since the franchise last arrived — and The Escapists 3 doesn’t just continue the story, it evolves it. The leap to 3D opens up verticality, visibility, and entirely new approaches to scouting and breaking prisons. Yet at its core, it’s still about the same magic: junk turned into tools, observation turned into opportunity, and that glorious moment when your plan finally clicks — or spectacularly unravels.

    Roll call is coming. Will you be there… or will you be gone?

    More Info – https://officialtheescapists.com/

    #TheEscapists3 #Team17 #PrisonEscape #SandboxGame #CoOp #GamingNews #Steam #TripleIInitiative #TechMash

  • Cards, Chains & the Guillotine — Lazare’s Sacrifice Announced for Spring 2027!

    Cards, Chains & the Guillotine — Lazare’s Sacrifice Announced for Spring 2027!

    Developer Dream Reality Interactive and publisher Curve Games have officially pulled back the curtain on Lazare’s Sacrifice, a gripping narrative deckbuilder set amid the blood-soaked chaos of the French Revolution. Revealed during the Triple-I Initiative showcase and crafted in collaboration with Damien Monnier, creator of the original Gwent: The Witcher Card Game, this high-stakes tale of survival and conspiracy arrives on PC via Steam in Spring 2027.

    The Setting — Lose a Duel, Lose Your Head

    You are General Lazare Hoche — once revered, now betrayed. Imprisoned within the stone walls of Carmes Prison, you await your turn at the guillotine. The streets of Paris run red; allies become traitors overnight, and no one is safe. But a twisted game offers a sliver of hope: defeat your fellow inmates in deadly psychological card duels, and you may yet live. Fail — and the blade falls.

    The Core Mechanic — Everything Has a Price

    What sets Lazare’s Sacrifice apart from every other deckbuilder is the very thing that gives it its name: you must sacrifice to win. To unleash your most devastating plays, you actively give up something precious:

    • Sacrifice cards to power game-changing effects
    • Surrender board slots to open up tactical possibilities
    • Spend your own health to tip the scales in your favour

    Push too far, and you won’t survive the cost. Hold back, and the guillotine claims you anyway. Every match becomes a high-wire act of risk, reward, and ruthless calculation.

    Game Modes & Features

    FeatureDetails
    Story ModeExplore Carmes Prison, uncover conspiracies, solve puzzles, and confront historical figures — each with their own agenda
    Tower ModeTest your tactical mastery in a gauntlet of escalating difficulty with custom-built decks
    Four FactionsMaster distinct playstyles, scavenge rare cards, and strip defeated opponents’ decks to build your arsenal
    Multiple EndingsYour choices shape Lazare’s fate and the truth behind his imprisonment
    Designed by a LegendCreative leadership from Damien Monnier, architect of Gwent, ensuring deep, balanced, rewarding strategy
    System RequirementsWindows 10 64-bit; GTX 970 / RX 290 minimum; RTX 2060 / RX 5600 XT recommended; 25 GB storage

    Release & Platforms

    DetailInfo
    TitleLazare’s Sacrifice
    DeveloperDream Reality Interactive
    PublisherCurve Games
    ReleaseSpring 2027 — PC (Steam)
    LanguagesEnglish (Interface + Full Audio + Subtitles)
    Steam PageLive now — wishlist today!

    Why It Matters

    Deckbuilders often ask what you will play. — Lazare’s Sacrifice asks what you will give up. With a proven design talent behind it, a haunting historical setting, and a central mechanic that turns every advantage into a moral and tactical gamble, this is shaping up to be far more than just another card game. It’s a thriller played out one hand at a time — and the stakes have never been higher.

    The prison gates are open. The deck is in your hands. Will you play to survive… or will you play to win?

    More Info – https://www.playsacrifice.com/

    #LazaresSacrifice #CurveGames #DreamRealityInteractive #Deckbuilder #Gwent #DamienMonnier #FrenchRevolution #PCGaming #Steam #GamingNews #TechMash

  • Blades, Bonaparte & Blood — Valor Mortis Launches October 13 With Star-Studded Cast!

    Blades, Bonaparte & Blood — Valor Mortis Launches October 13 With Star-Studded Cast!

    Lyrical Games has officially dropped the launch trailer for Valor Mortis, the blistering first-person Soulslike from Ghostrunner creators One More Level, arriving worldwide Tuesday 13 October 2026 — 5:00 PM UTC across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and launching day one on Xbox Game Pass.

    The game pairs breakneck, skill-driven combat with a supernatural reimagining of the Napoleonic Wars — and its voice cast is nothing short of spectacular: Vincent Cassel commands as Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, while Jennifer English takes the role of resistance leader The Shrike. Both have featured in brand-new behind-the-scenes interviews alongside the trailer reveal.

    What Is Valor Mortis?

    You are William Dowsett, a resurrected soldier of the Grande Armée thrust into a war twisted by dark magic. Across an occupied and corrupted Eastern Europe, you fight not just flesh and blood — but nightmare amalgamations and supernatural horrors. From the team that redefined first-person speed with Ghostrunner comes a Soulslike built for the same visceral perspective: every dodge, parry, strike and spell lands right in your face.

    Transmutations are your edge — eldritch powers channelled through your left hand that tear through enemies, manipulate the environment, and turn the tide of battle. Combat rewards stamina management, sharp timing, and aggressive adaptability — die, learn, rise again.

    A Cast of Award-Winning Heavyweights

    ActorRoleDistinction
    Vincent CasselNapoleon BonaparteCésar Award-winning actor
    Jennifer EnglishThe ShrikeBAFTA Award-winning voice actress
    James AlexanderWilliam DowsettProtagonist / Resurrected Legionnaire

    Cassel described his personal connection to the historical figure in his interview, noting Napoleon as “a cousin of the family” through his own ancestry, while English delved into bringing fierce rebel leader The Shrike to life. Both feature in dedicated behind-the-scenes featurettes released alongside the trailer.

    Launch Details

    DetailInfo
    Release DateTuesday 13 October 2026 — 5:00 PM UTC
    PlatformsPS5, Xbox Series X
    Standard Price$39.99 / €39.99 / 149.99 z?
    Deluxe Edition$59.99 / €59.99 / 199.99 z? — includes Major Story DLC (2027) + cosmetic packs
    SteamBundle discounts available
    New Game+Confirmed — coming Q4 2026

    Why It Matters

    One More Level earned its reputation making movement feel like power; Ghostrunner was lightning in first-person form. Now they turn that same intensity toward the punishing, rewarding Soulslike formula — and the result looks fierce, fast, and uniquely fresh. Add a period setting twisted into dark fantasy, a cinematic cast, and a price point that underscores confidence, and Valor Mortis is shaping up to be one of the boldest new releases of the month.

    New Game+ arrives before the year is out, and multiple free updates are planned to keep the fight going long after launch.

    History is rewritten. Empires fall. Will you stand?

    More Info – Valor Mortis

    #ValorMortis #OneMoreLevel #LyricalGames #Soulslike #VincentCassel #JenniferEnglish #XboxGamePass #Steam #PS5 #GamingNews #TechMash

  • Blades, Bounty & Bosses — Dawn of Defiance Unleashes Hounds of Zeus Major Update!

    Blades, Bounty & Bosses — Dawn of Defiance Unleashes Hounds of Zeus Major Update!

    Sharpen your blades, polish your armour, Spartans — the gods have called. Developer Traega Entertainment and publisher Fireshine Games (Denshattack!, Far Far West) have unleashed Hounds of Zeus, the colossal third major update for Dawn of Defiance — the Greek mythology-inspired open-world survival adventure — bringing a sky-scaling new raid, three deadly bosses, legendary weapons, and life-sustaining farming and cooking systems.

    Ascend to Zeus’ Temple — The Ultimate Trial

    The Smolikas Mountains have been remade — colder, deadlier, and hiding a path to the heavens above. Complete the shrines of Dionysus, Hera, and Hermes, brave the freezing peaks and the sweltering depths of Frostburn Caverns, and unlock the portal to a raid zone floating high above the clouds.

    There, within Zeus’ Temple, three mythic harpy guardians await — each one a boss battle designed to test your skill, gear, and teamwork to the breaking point.

    Three Legendary Rewards

    Defeat the temple’s defenders, and you earn weapons worthy of the pantheon:

    • Distortions of Dionysus — intoxicating, unpredictable power that bends the fight to your will
    • Veiled Blade of Hermes — speed, precision, and unseen strikes, striking faster than the eye can follow
    • Voidstorm — Zeus’ Hammer — crushing, thunderous might that calls down the fury of the storm itself

    Beyond the weapons, earn the Praetorian armour set, hunt for three new Unique-tier swords, and track down Forged-tier Pathfinder gear to stand ready for every challenge.

    Sow, Cook, Survive — Farming & Cooking Arrive

    Warriors need sustenance — and now you can grow your own. The update introduces Farming 1.0, letting you turn your homestead into a thriving haven:

    • Plant & harvest — build planter boxes, tend your crops, and gather fresh ingredients
    • Reservoirs & irrigation — keep your crops watered and your larders full
    • Cooking system — craft nourishing meals at the improved cooking spit and new cooking pot. Recipes provide not just hunger relief but combat buffs, cold resistance, and lasting vitality

    From field to feast, every step strengthens you for the battles ahead.

    A World Remade — Smolikas Mountains Overhaul

    The frozen peaks aren’t just a backdrop — they’re a transformed frontier:

    • New puzzles, chalices to fill, and races to conquer across the slopes
    • Unexplored cave systems teeming with rare resources and hidden threats
    • Freezing temperatures demand preparation — warm clothing, hearty food, and shelter are no longer optional

    Update At A Glance

    TitleDawn of Defiance — Hounds of Zeus (v0.5.0.0)
    DeveloperTraega Entertainment
    PublisherFireshine Games
    ReleaseOut Now — PC (Steam)
    New RaidTemple of Zeus — 3 boss encounters
    Legendary Loot3 weapons + Praetorian armour + Unique swords
    New SystemsFarming, Cooking, Water Reservoirs
    BiomeSmolikas Mountains — fully overhauled
    ModesSingle-player, online co-op
    Next Major MilestoneFull 1.0 Release — 2027

    The Gods Are Watching — Will You Prevail?

    Hounds of Zeus marks the final major content push before the game’s full 1.0 launch in 2027 — and the stakes have never been higher. Ascend the mountain, breach the temple, and prove that mortals can stand among legends.

    The hounds are loose. The storm is coming. Show no fear.

    More Info – Dawn Of Defiance

    #DawnOfDefiance #HoundsOfZeus #TraegaEntertainment #Techmash #FireshineGames #GreekMythology #SurvivalGame #RaidUpdate #LegendaryWeapons #FarmingGaming #Steam #PCGaming #NewUpdate

  • Beats, Bullets & Blinding Lights — Afterbeat Hits Full Release On Steam With Launch Discount!

    Beats, Bullets & Blinding Lights — Afterbeat Hits Full Release On Steam With Launch Discount!

    The rhythm is deadly, the visuals are dazzling, and every beat could be your last. Developer Vitamin Games and publisher Kwalee have officially launched Afterbeat — the spectacular musical bullet-hell formerly known as Project Arrhythmia — out now on PC via Steam.

    Where Every Note Is A Deadly Threat

    Afterbeat isn’t just a rhythm game — it’s a full audiovisual assault where all things beautiful are deadly. Every flash of light, pulsing geometric shape, shifting barrier, and incoming hazard moves in perfect lockstep with the soundtrack. Surviving isn’t just about fast reflexes — it’s about reading the music, feeling the rhythm, and anticipating what comes next.

    • A cacophony of lights & sound — over 20 hand-crafted story levels, each with distinct music, visuals, and evolving patterns
    • Dodge to the beat — obstacles aren’t random; they’re choreographed to the music. Learn the rhythm, find the gaps, and glide through the danger
    • Story-driven campaign — follow researcher Anna Schroeder and supercomputer HAL as they investigate the mysterious LMNS disease plaguing the world, with branching choices and multiple endings
    • Up to 4-player local co-op — bring friends, share the chaos, and survive together — or crash in glorious synchronisation

    Endless Beats, Infinite Challenges

    Beyond the official campaign lies one of the community’s most powerful features: a fully featured level editor that lets you build your own nightmare from any music track you choose. Thousands of user-created levels are already live and counting — so the music never truly ends.

    Pricing & Launch Offer

    Grab it during the first week and save big:

    DetailInfo
    TitleAfterbeat
    DeveloperVitamin Games
    PublisherKwalee
    ReleaseOut Now — PC (Steam)
    Base Price£13.75 / $14.99 / €15.49
    Launch Offer25% OFF — for the first week only
    Steam RatingOverwhelmingly Positive — 2,300+ glowing reviews

    From hypnotic neon patterns to heart-pounding tempos that push your focus to the limit — Afterbeat demands your eyes, your ears, and your timing. The music is loud, the lights are bright, and the path ahead is narrow.

    Dodge the beat. Feel the rhythm. Survive the song.

    More Info – Afterbeat

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  • Beats, Dreams & Brightest Stars — K-POP Rising: Dream to Shine Lifts The Curtain On Gameplay!

    Beats, Dreams & Brightest Stars — K-POP Rising: Dream to Shine Lifts The Curtain On Gameplay!

    The spotlight is swinging open, the stage is set, and your moment has arrived. Publisher Microids and developer Old Skull Games have today unveiled the very first gameplay trailer for K-POP Rising: Dream to Shine, giving fans their clearest look yet at the rhythm-fuelled journey from wide-eyed trainee to global superstar — and it lands November 5 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.

    From Rehearsal Rooms To Stadium Lights

    The new trailer pulls back the curtain on the full experience, walking players through every chapter of their rise: from gruelling studio dance and vocal practice, through social media community building, all the way to commanding the biggest stages on the planet. At the heart of the game is a fusion of rhythm action and career simulation, where every beat, step, and post shapes your path to fame.

    You won’t be walking this road alone. Your best friend Nova stands by your side from day one, cheering you on, pushing you forward, and helping turn your shared dream into reality. Together you’ll start small — in your bedroom, unknown and hungry — and climb the ranks through dedication, talent, and smart choices.

    Your Star, Your Story

    Dream to Shine puts you in total control of your identity:

    • Fully customisable character — craft your look from head to toe, with endless combinations of fashion, makeup, hairstyles, and performance styles to match your unique vibe
    • Build your own group — recruit members, set your sound and image, and lead your lineup to the top of the charts
    • Grow your fanbase — manage your social presence, connect with supporters, and watch your popularity soar after every show

    The rhythm gameplay itself is the core of the challenge: nail the timing, master intricate choreography, hit every note, and refine your sense of tempo to turn good performances into legendary ones that audiences will remember forever.

    Shine Solo — Or Triumph As A Trio

    You can chase glory entirely on your own, or bring up to two friends along for the ride in 3-player online co-op. Form the ultimate dream team, coordinate your moves, and take on the world together — because K-Pop shines brightest when shared.

    Release Details

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    TitleK-POP Rising: Dream to Shine
    DevelopersOld Skull Games
    PublisherMicroids
    Release DateNovember 5, 2026
    PlatformsNintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PC (Steam)
    ModesSingle-player, 3-player online co-op

    From bedroom rehearsals to sold-out arenas, viral posts to award-winning performances — the dream is real, the stage is yours, and the world is waiting.

    Watch the trailer, claim your spotlight, and get ready to shine.

    More Info – K-POP Rising – Dream to Shine

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  • Storms, Skills & Sorana — Stormforge Blasts Into Early Access November 10!

    Storms, Skills & Sorana — Stormforge Blasts Into Early Access November 10!

    The winds of change are howling — and they bring power. Independent studio Roboto Games has officially announced that their highly anticipated fantasy open-world survival crafting adventure Stormforge will launch into Early Access via Steam on November 10, 2026, with a playable demo already winning over more than 35,000 players and counting.

    What Is Stormforge?

    Stormforge drops you and up to 7 friends into Sorana — a vast, procedurally generated world where magical storms aren’t just weather — they’re the lifeblood of the land. You are Stormforged, gifted with the ability to brave the tempests and harvest their raw energy to craft, build, and fight back against a creeping darkness draining the world dry.

    Unlike many survival games that treat storms as something simply to endure, in Stormforge you chase them — venturing into the eye of the gale to gather rare materials, then racing out before the full fury descends. Danger and opportunity are woven together in every gust.

    • Harness the storm — harvest energy within tempests to forge legendary gear and resilient bases
    • Procedurally generated worlds — no two journeys across Sorana are ever the same
    • 1–8 player co-op — solo survivor or squad leader, the adventure scales to you
    • Five flexible classes — Warrior, Ranger, Mage, Forager, and Villager — mix and match over 100+ skills to forge your perfect playstyle
    • Build & defend — craft weapons, armour, and storm-proof bases; fortifications must stand strong against both foes and the elements
    • Built-in modding support — create and share custom gear, enemies, points of interest, and rules directly in-game, no separate tools needed

    Three Biomes, Countless Secrets

    At Early Access launch, players will explore three distinct major biomes, each guarded by its own formidable boss and brimming with over 100 points of interest — from crumbling ruins to hidden caches and ancient mysteries waiting to be unearthed. Enemy strength scales dynamically with party size, so whether you’re exploring alone or marching as an eight-strong war band, the challenge feels fair and rewarding.

    Demo Delight — 35,000+ and Rising

    The excitement isn’t just building — it’s already here. The official Stormforge demo has been downloaded by more than 35,000 players, earning glowing praise from the community and outlets alike:

    “Stormforge hooked me within a few minutes of seeing it in action. It’s ambitious, immediately fun, and certainly a survival game to look forward to.” — PCGamesN

    “I truly cannot express enough how cool the storm mechanics are.” — Massively Overpowered

    An updated demo is also rolling out, adding fresh polish and features alongside Steam Next Fest participation in October.

    The Roadmap — What Lies Ahead

    Roboto Games plans to keep Stormforge in Early Access for roughly one year, with a clear path toward the full 1.0 release:

    • New mountain biome & boss — ascend to frozen heights and face the guardian above
    • Additional storm types — fiercer, stranger, and more rewarding tempests to master
    • Expanded classes & skills — deeper customisation and new ways to play
    • Endgame expansions — fresh challenges, rewards, and threats as the story unfolds

    The team has confirmed a modest price increase will accompany the 1.0 launch, rewarding early supporters with the best possible value from day one.

    Quick Details

    • Title: Stormforge
    • Developer & Publisher: Roboto Games
    • Early Access Launch: November 10, 2026 (Steam)
    • Players: 1–8 online co-op
    • Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese-Brazil, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Portuguese-Portugal, Spanish-Latin America
    • Demo: Available now — updated version live during Steam Next Fest
    • Wishlist: [store.steampowered.com/app/2826790/Stormforge](https://store.steampowered.com/app/2826790/Stormforge/)

    “Survive the storms. Thrive in their power. Save Sorana.”

    Wishlist Stormforge today, download the demo to feel the wind in your hair, and prepare to answer the call of the storm. November 10 is when the real journey begins.

    Find out more on Stormforge

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