Little Kitty, Big City is a popular game that will soon be available for free download on Android and iOS devices. Players take on the role of a house cat trying to find its way back home, completing quests, catching birds, and customizing Kitty's appearance. The full version of the game only requires a single in-app purchase and includes an AR camera mode for taking photos of Kitty in real-life surroundings.
Epic Games is offering two complimentary PC games: Beacon Pines and We Were Here Together, available for free from August 6 to August 13. Beacon Pines is a narrative adventure where players can alter the story by revisiting pages and using special words called charms. We Were Here Together is a cooperative puzzle game set in Antarctica that requires players to communicate using walkie-talkies to solve challenges and reunite.
Minecraft Bedrock is a mobile sandbox game that remains popular in 2026 due to its blend of survival, exploration, building, and multiplayer features. It offers regular updates, cross-platform play, and community-generated content, enhancing player engagement. Community resources like MCPE Planet help players discover new maps, add-ons, and enhancements. The game allows for quick gaming sessions or extensive projects, with cross-platform multiplayer enabling users on different devices to play together. Regular updates introduce new content that keeps old worlds relevant, while custom maps allow for diverse gameplay experiences across various genres. Players can customize their experience with add-ons that introduce new elements without switching to Java Edition. Resource packs can refresh the game's visuals, and touch controls make it accessible on mobile devices. The game serves as a creative platform, fostering community and collaboration among players.
Project Zomboid has released its first major build update since 2021, titled build 42.20, which includes a comprehensive overhaul of Knox County, redesigning seven towns with unique architectural styles and enhanced landscaping. The update introduces new animals, refined hunting and trapping systems, improvements to the stealth system, fishing mechanics, and the ability to drag corpses. The game's price has increased from £16.75 to £22.50, yet it has seen a record-breaking 79,552 concurrent players on Steam. Future updates are expected to reintroduce NPC survivors to Knox County.
- Beast of Reincarnation: Release Date: August 3; Availability: Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Kynseed: Release Date: August 4; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Detective Holmes: Hidden Objects: Release Date: August 3; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Space Tail: Definitive Edition: Release Date: August 3; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Fading Clouds: Release Date: August 4; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Five Hearts Under One Roof: Release Date: August 5; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Mate'Morphosis: Release Date: August 5; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Aery – Surreal World: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Herd Dispatch: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Montabi: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Sokogem: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery.
- Yellowcreek Stories – The Cabin Watcher: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- INK ENIGMA 2: Hidden Object Challenges: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- John Fox: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Limbot: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- The Relic: First Guardian: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Tailbreak: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere.
Next week, several games are set to launch for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC:
- Beast of Reincarnation: Releases on August 3, available on Game Pass and optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Players explore a post-apocalyptic Japan as Emma and her dog Koo, with customization options and exclusive pre-order rewards.
- Kynseed: Releases on August 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A life simulation sandbox RPG from the creators of Fable, focusing on farming, family, and community interactions.
- Detective Holmes: Hidden Objects: Releases on August 3, optimized for Xbox Series X|S, featuring Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson in a hidden object game with various gameplay modes.
- Space Tail: Definitive Edition: Releases on August 3, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Players follow Bea, a dog in space, engaging in observation-based gameplay.
- Fading Clouds: Releases on August 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A puzzle adventure game with 30 levels set in the skies, focusing on creative problem-solving.
- Five Hearts Under One Roof: Releases on August 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. An interactive FMV romance game centered on complex relationships.
- Mate’Morphosis: Releases on August 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A chess-inspired puzzle game where players become the pieces they capture.
- Aery – Surreal World: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A flight exploration game through dreamlike landscapes.
- Herd Dispatch: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A puzzle game where players guide sheep home through strategic planning.
- Montabi: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A creature-collector roguelike deckbuilding game.
- Sokogem: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A minimalist puzzle game focused on logical movement.
- Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A side-scrolling beat-’em-up game featuring a detective seeking vengeance.
- Yellowcreek Stories – The Cabin Watcher: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A first-person stealth slasher game.
- INK ENIGMA 2: Hidden Object Challenges: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A hidden object game with upgraded gameplay.
- John Fox: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. An action-adventure game featuring an elite warrior.
- Limbot: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A multiplayer game with a cardboard robot navigating a destructible city.
- The Relic: First Guardian: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. An action RPG set in a devastated world with fast-paced combat.
- Tailbreak: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. An arcade shooter featuring dinosaurs and a voiced story mode.
GameDiscoverCo hosted the 'Scrappy Saves The Animals' game jam in collaboration with the Oakland Ballers on Itch.io, with the top game being Scrappy’s Rescue Run, which will be showcased at an upcoming event. GDCO Pro reported on trending unreleased Steam games, with Dear Passengers leading in wishlists, followed by Paper Shredder and Guildrun. An analysis revealed that AI-flagged games achieve around 3,000 sales, which is 55% of the rate of non-AI titles. The Binding Of Isaac Complete Bundle sold nearly 4 million additional units after a 90% off sale during the Steam Summer Sale. A developer was arrested for injecting malware into Steam games, affecting around 8,000 users and stealing approximately 0,000 in cryptocurrency. Roblox announced a UGC-centric Build feature, raising concerns about predatory offers to creators. Xbox Game Pass added titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved and Beast of Reincarnation. Valve updated SteamVR with a more VR-native interface. Epic Games and Google withdrew a lawsuit settlement attempt that could impact Android app stores. GameDiscoverCo Pro introduced automated graph annotations for Steam demo launches. An analysis of games released between July 2023 and July 2025 showed cumulative sales increases over time, with higher-priced titles having better long-term sales. Multiplayer and co-op games are experiencing promising sales trajectories. The GameDiscover Show has returned, discussing trends in game discovery and insights from GDCo’s AI survey.
Curated by Lauren Morton, the exploration of games reminiscent of Stardew Valley highlights several titles. Fields of Mistria, after two years in early access, is set to launch with exceptional character dialogue and storytelling, featuring a '90s anime aesthetic and quality-of-life enhancements. Roots of Pacha offers a stone-age setting with unique features like a musical minigame for taming animals and a tech tree for community innovation, fostering cooperative gameplay. Kynseed blends elements from Fable, Stardew Valley, and Crusader Kings, featuring a dark fairy tale-inspired world and generational gameplay, with ongoing updates enhancing character development and customization. The future of farm simulation games looks promising, with a lineup of upcoming titles inviting players to engage in new experiences.
