1.0 launch Archives

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March 14, 2026

Throwback XCOM successor Xenonauts 2 leaves early access in April, though the developer says the milestone ‘doesn’t mean our work is done’

Xenonauts 2 is approaching its official launch on April 2, following a three-year early access period during which it received seven major updates. These updates introduced four new alien species, five distinct UFO types, innovative geoscape systems, expanded storylines and mission types, and over 180 battlefields. The developers, Goldhawk Interactive, plan to continue patching and improving the game after the 1.0 release, with confirmed post-launch features including modding tools. The first installment of the Xenonauts series debuted in 2014 and is a homage to the original X-COM: UFO Defense.

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March 6, 2026

Minecraft Meets Stardew Valley Indie Hit Unveils Gorgeous New Update, Free to Try

Town to City is a city-building game developed by Galaxy Grove and published by Kwalee, set in a 19th-century Mediterranean town. It has received an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating on Steam with 97% positive reviews. The game is currently in early access and available exclusively on Steam. A Terraforming Update is set to enhance gameplay with new tools and props, although the release date is not yet announced. The game is currently priced at £18.69 until March 16, down from £21.99, and a free demo is available. Future updates include a spring micro-update, a 1.0 launch, and a significant update planned for late 2026.

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January 30, 2026

Phasmophobia’s roadmap includes evidence of a 1.0 launch in 2026: the player character overhaul, a new event, and Horror 2.0

Phasmophobia is set to celebrate its sixth anniversary with a 1.0 launch later this year. Kinetic Games is working on a roadmap that includes a horror rework and lore update scheduled for September. The player character overhaul has been rescheduled to Q1 2026, and players can expect unique character models and free cosmetics. Tanglewood Drive will receive a major makeover in Q1 2026, followed by enhancements to 13 Willow Street and a new map later this year. Kinetic is expanding the event calendar with returning seasonal events and a new secret event.

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January 20, 2026

This massively multiplayer roguelike with Hades combat won my heart, and it’s fixing my biggest worry by coming to Steam

33 Immortals will be released on Steam this summer after a year of exclusivity on the Epic Games Store and Xbox/PC Game Pass. Developed by Thunder Lotus Games, it launched in March 2025 and received positive reviews. The game features a shared hub world where players can join lobbies of up to 33. Experienced players can unintentionally make encounters easier for newcomers, leading to balance issues. A roadmap for 2026 includes new content, such as the Gluttony weapon and a third map, Paradiso. The game is priced at .99 / £15.99 on the Epic Games Store and supports crossplay with Steam users.

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January 13, 2026

‘Minecraft’-Like RPG ‘Hytale’ Launches This Week — Here’s When You Can Play

Hytale, a survival crafting RPG developed by Hypixel Studios, is set to launch on January 13, 2026. The game will be available worldwide at the same time, with specific launch times for different regions: 7 am PST for the West Coast of North America, 10 am EST for the East Coast, 3 pm GMT for the U.K., 4 pm CET for Central Europe, midnight on January 14 for Japan, and 2 am AEDT on January 14 for Australia. Preloading is not available, but players are advised to download the launcher in advance due to expected high traffic. Purchasing Hytale during Early Access will unlock various in-game rewards, including cosmetic sets and capes, with no traditional preorder bonuses offered.

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January 10, 2026

If you’ve got a spare 200 hours, the massively ambitious sci-fi grand strategy from the creators of X-COM: The Long War just launched out of early access

Video games, particularly Terra Invicta, are proposed as simulations to prepare humanity for potential extraterrestrial threats. Terra Invicta combines elements of X-COM and grand strategy games, challenging players to prepare Earth for an alien invasion while managing global politics. Players can adopt various strategies, including resisting or submitting to the aliens. The recent 1.0 update introduces a new starting condition set in 2026, text localization in five languages, and significant content additions such as new regions and a realistic combat mode. The game’s developers, Pavonis Interactive, indicate ongoing development with plans for new scenarios and mechanics. Terra Invicta is currently available at a 35% discount, reducing its price from £35 to £23.

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November 30, 2025

A limited-time Escape From Tarkov code lets you add its controversial director to your game

Nikita Buyanov, the game director of Escape From Tarkov, has made his voice pack available again through a promotional code after it was initially offered as a free Twitch drop. The voice pack includes custom-recorded lines for the USEC faction in English and the BEAR faction in Russian. Players can unlock the voice pack using the promo code WILWILBE, which is valid for three days and expires on December 3. The Twitch drops campaign has been extended from November 29 to December 20, allowing players to earn exclusive rewards by subscribing to streamers. Rewards include a Hideout customization set, a Twitch logo PMC dogtag, and various items such as a tactical sword and a secure container. Battlestate Games confirmed that no changes have been made to the original rewards.

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November 22, 2025

A ‘Minecraft’ Inspired Action RPG Just Returned From The Dead

Riot Games canceled the game Hytale in June, leading to the closure of developer Hypixel. Nearly five months later, Hypixel co-founder Simon Collins-Laflamme acquired the rights to Hytale and released a 16-minute gameplay video. The footage, described as "raw and broken," showcases a combat-oriented world reminiscent of Minecraft, with intricate combat mechanics and creation tools for player customization. Collins-Laflamme has shifted the game's vision to include robust support for mods and player-generated content. Although the game has been in development since 2015 and lacks a specific release date, there are indications that an early access launch date will be announced soon. Over 30 developers from the previous Riot Games team have been rehired, and Collins-Laflamme is looking to expand the team to expedite the early access version of Hytale.

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November 20, 2025

Grab brutal FPS Escape From Tarkov at its cheapest price for a special 1.0 launch discount

Escape From Tarkov has officially launched on Steam after nine years of development, coinciding with the 1.0 update. This update includes a branching narrative with multiple endings, an essential tutorial for new players, and an expanded arsenal of weapons and gear. The game features a steep learning curve, requiring strategic gameplay and awareness of surroundings. Currently, it is available for .49 / £32.99 at Fanatical with a 25% discount, valid until November 29, 2025, at 11 PM PT.

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November 8, 2025

Snag this gorgeous Greek mythology ARPG on sale before its price permanently goes up, and discover why it’s won my heart

Path of Exile, PoE 2, and Diablo 4 are leading titles in the action role-playing game (ARPG) genre, with Last Epoch and Torchlight Infinite also gaining popularity. Titan Quest 2 entered early access in August and has released its second chapter, with plans for further updates until 2026. Recent updates include keyword tooltips for build crafting and an extensive character creator. The game’s price will increase soon, but it is currently available at a 10% discount on Steam until November 10, priced at .99 / £22.49. After this date, the price will rise to .99 (or regional equivalents). The game has received positive feedback, with 84% of Steam users rating it favorably.