announcement trailer Archives

AppWizard

January 14, 2026

Hytale surges to the most-watched game on Twitch, attracting over 420,000 viewers with its long-awaited launch

Hytale has officially entered early access after a decade of development challenges. The game's announcement trailer from 2018 has received 62 million views. On launch day, Hytale became the most-watched game on Twitch with over 420,000 viewers. Players are encountering challenges with wildlife, particularly bears. Hytale has secured funding for two years of early access development, and expectations are high for over one million players on launch day. There has been a significant spike in global search interest for Hytale on Google Trends. Initial technical issues have arisen, and the development team is working on a hotfix to address bugs and account verification delays due to high demand.

BetaBeacon

December 20, 2025

Shueisha Games and Kairosoft announce KochiKame: Ryo-san’s Billion-yen Beat for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PS4, Switch, PC, iOS, and Android

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AppWizard

December 13, 2025

Day 4 Night announces genre-bending action adventure game Bradley the Badger for PC

Day 4 Night, co-founded by Christian Cantamessa and Davide Soliani, has announced their new project, "Bradley the Badger," an action-adventure game set to launch on PC via Steam, with potential future releases on additional platforms. The game is a tribute to video games, blending exploration, traversal, and puzzles within a satirical narrative. Players will follow Bradley, a platforming icon, as he navigates various uniquely crafted worlds to rescue friends and restore order. Central to the gameplay is the Kit, a tool that allows Bradley to modify unfinished assets, enhancing exploration and combat. Players can adjust the size of objects, control unfinished assets, create climbable walls, transform objects into explosives, and manipulate surfaces to create pathways. Additional powers will be unlocked as players progress.

AppWizard

December 11, 2025

Lush post-apocalyptic adventure game Verdant announced for PC

Publisher Megabit and developer Tiny Roar have announced their new adventure game, Verdant, set in a post-apocalyptic landscape. The game will be available on PC via Steam, but the release date is not yet disclosed. Players will follow the protagonist, Sprout, as they navigate moral dilemmas and nostalgia while balancing personal survival with the needs of nature. Key features include exploring a transformed world with mutated flora and fauna, utilizing Sprout's unique abilities to influence the environment, gathering resources, crafting equipment, and ensuring survival against various threats. An announcement trailer and screenshots have been released.

AppWizard

December 11, 2025

Cellar Door Games announces roguelike tactical RPG Neath, set to release for PC in 2026

Cellar Door Games has announced their new project, Neath, a roguelike tactical RPG set to launch in 2026 on PC via Steam. The game features a dynamic timeline system with a shifting turn order, allowing players to influence actions of allies and enemies. Co-founder Kenny Lee expressed excitement about the project, which draws inspiration from games like Into the Breach and tabletop games such as Mansions of Madness. The development team is exploring new concepts like "engagement locking" and the "attack resolve system." Players can join the developer’s Discord channel for information on closed beta tests, and an announcement trailer, descriptions, and screenshots are available on the official website.

AppWizard

December 11, 2025

Atmospheric lucid dream survival horror game Lucid Falls announced for PC

Eldamar Studios has announced a new survival horror game titled Lucid Falls, set to launch on PC via Steam. The game places players in a surreal landscape where they can manipulate gravity, space, and time while confronting nightmarish creatures and solving puzzles. The gameplay focuses on altering reality to uncover hidden paths and navigate bizarre environments. Key features include unique gameplay mechanics, realistic combat against grotesque creatures, an emphasis on mood and atmosphere, and stunning visuals. An announcement trailer and first-look screenshots are available for viewing, with further updates accessible on the official website.

AppWizard

December 10, 2025

Shueisha Games and historia announce psychological adventure game UN:Me for PC

Shueisha Games, in collaboration with developer historia, is set to release a psychological adventure game titled UN:Me on PC via Steam in 2026. The game centers around a young girl navigating a mental labyrinth while harboring four distinct souls, each vying for control of her body. Players will engage in dialogue and make decisions that determine which soul remains, impacting the gameplay experience. The souls can shift control unpredictably, each bringing unique skills and traumas that affect the girl's senses and movement. Players can interact with the souls through special items that reveal memories and hints. As they progress, players must choose which soul to preserve and which to erase, facing complex implications of their choices.

AppWizard

December 9, 2025

Cozy thrift shop management simulation game Thrifty Business announced for PC

Spellgarden Games is releasing a thrift shop management simulation game called Thrifty Business, which will be available on PC via Steam in 2026. Players will manage a vintage shop, curate items, and create displays while engaging with customers and hosting events. The game features vibrant 90s-inspired graphics, over 500 unique items, extensive customization options, and a focus on community interaction without the stress of profit maximization or haggling.

AppWizard

December 9, 2025

Capybara Games announces augmentative and alternative communication adventure game Find Your Words for PC

Capybara Games has announced its new project, Find Your Words, an adventure game set in a summer camp focused on non-verbal communication. It is scheduled for release on PC via Steam in 2026 as a free game, with an optional supporter edition. The game aims to highlight communication differences and offers players a chance to experience simplified AAC tools. Players will explore a vibrant camp, collect symbols for a communication binder, and build friendships while discovering unique meanings through symbol combinations. The creators, Jon Maur and Vic Nguyen, are both fathers of non-speaking children, which inspired the game's development. Maur leads programming, writing, and design, while Nguyen focuses on art and visuals. Their previous works include titles like Grindstone and Below. An announcement trailer and screenshots are available for viewing.

BetaBeacon

December 5, 2025

Where Winds Meet Mobile Version Set to Launch on December 12th

The game Where Winds Meet has surpassed 9 million total players since its launch on November 14th, with over 250 thousand concurrent players on Steam.