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July 10, 2026

Indie developer says Steam did them a solid by fixing their unbootable game to beat the Next Fest deadline

The developers of the social deduction game Red Flag submitted a flawed build to Steam just before the deadline for June's Next Fest. Despite the risks associated with last-minute submissions, Steam Support assisted by editing the configuration, sorting dependencies, and approving the build, allowing the team to participate in the event. As a result, they experienced a significant increase in wishlists and engaged with players in their lobby. Other indie developers shared similar positive experiences with Steam Support in the comments.

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July 9, 2026

PC gamers have days left to pick up 2016 award winner for free

GOG is currently offering a free giveaway of the 2016 point-and-click adventure game Silence. In the game, players control 16-year-old Noah, who searches for his lost sister Renie in a war-torn realm between life and death. The game takes approximately 6.5 hours to complete, with completionists potentially spending up to 12 hours. Silence received mixed reviews but won awards for Best Sound, Best Story, and Best Graphics at the Deutscher Entwicklerpreis. The giveaway lasts for about 40 hours, and players can claim the game by creating a free GOG account. The game is DRM-free, allowing offline play.

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June 29, 2026

This week in PC games: a new King’s Field-like RPG, an American Revolutionary War sim, and a dreaming megacity full of cool architecture

This week in gaming features a mix of nostalgia and innovation. "The Message from Deep Space" is a narrative set in the 1970s about translating signals from an asteroid, inspired by the Voyager Interstellar Record project. The arcade classic "Ninja Masters" returns on Steam with nine-player lobbies and rollback netcode. "Feed the Pit" invites players to explore cursed forests for sacrifices, while "Forgotten Blood" offers a dark journey through a valley with peculiar creatures. "Telluricene" is a visual novel with romantic choices involving a janitor and a plant creature. "Oblivion Maiden" is a dreamy mystery game, and "Cartesian Battle" teaches math through bullet trajectory challenges. "Cat Squeeze" is a lighthearted maze puzzler, and "Mosaic Garden" focuses on cultivating flower patterns. "Mycofall" is an early access bullet heaven adventure, while "Hollow Ground" offers a 90s-style action experience. "Laballatory" allows players to create Newton's Cradle toys, and "American Revolutionary War" is a turn-based wargame featuring strategic battles against George Washington. The RPS team is preparing for various topics, including insights on the Steam Machine and Tennocon.

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June 2, 2026

Zombie extraction game Pale Tide announced for PC

Belgian game development studio Aberratic has announced its new project, Pale Tide, a single-player zombie extraction game for PC via Steam. The game features a top-down survival experience where players, accompanied by a canine companion, navigate infected zones to gather resources, rescue survivors, and return to a bunker for upgrades and strategy planning. The narrative is set in a world affected by a mysterious outbreak that has turned most of the population into zombies. Players must scavenge for food, ammunition, and materials while managing their bunker and resources. Key features include exploring infected zones, upgrading gear, customizing characters, and engaging in extraction missions against hordes of the infected. The exact release date is not yet announced.

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May 16, 2026

GTA roleplayers built a secret Boiler Room rave beneath Los Santos, complete with DJs, club photographers, biker security, and a custom party drug

An underground rave event in GTA Online has been organized in collaboration with Roleplay.co.uk, featuring an interactive elevator leading to a hidden bunker transformed into a club. The event included a roleplayed custom drug smuggled from overseas and was secured by the Arms of Outcasts motorcycle club. The first event attracted 96 attendees, and the organizer expressed hopes for a larger crowd at future gatherings. Community engagement was highlighted through photography and discussions about the event's fictional elements.

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May 8, 2026

Sinister war sim PVKK is delayed to 2027, because its dev has too many ideas to make it better

PVKK, or Planetenverteidigungskanonenkommandant, has been officially delayed to 2027. The game features players operating a planetary defense cannon to protect their planet from invaders, set in a retro-futuristic aesthetic. The delay allows the development team, bippinbits, additional time to refine their ideas and avoid competition with the upcoming release of GTA 6. The developers expressed a positive outlook on the challenges faced during development, stating they have generated many new ideas for improvement.

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March 30, 2026

YouTuber Constructs Dedicated Building To Preserve PC Oddities

Clint Basinger, known as the Lazy Game Reviewer, faced significant damage to his home and collection of PC gaming memorabilia due to Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. While 5 percent of his collection suffered irreparable damage, the majority survived. He has constructed a dedicated bunker of 1,800 square feet for his collection, transitioning from renting storage units at 0 a month. Basinger has been a prominent figure in the YouTube gaming community for nearly two decades, sharing videos on video game oddities and niche hardware. He encouraged his fans to support community relief efforts following the hurricane. The new bunker is designed to protect his gaming treasures and is expected to become a showcase for his collection.

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March 28, 2026

Get every Frictional horror game ever made—Penumbra, Amnesia, and SOMA—for just $15 in this screamingly good bundle

Amnesia: The Dark Descent, released 16 years ago, is a significant title in horror gaming, known for its unsettling experience that leads to a numbing acceptance of horror. Humble Bundle is offering The Dark Descent along with five other Frictional Games titles for a discounted price. The collection includes: - Penumbra Collectors Pack: A trilogy that precedes Frictional's later works. - Amnesia: The Dark Descent: A game set in a Gothic castle where players confront grotesque creatures and their dark past. - Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs: A cerebral horror experience developed by The Chinese Room. - Amnesia: Rebirth: A direct sequel to The Dark Descent set in the 1930s. - Amnesia: The Bunker: A survival horror entry praised for its innovative approach. - SOMA: Regarded as Frictional's finest work, focusing on narrative depth rather than jump scares. The entire bundle is available for a limited time until April 1, 2027, and can be purchased via Steam keys.

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March 24, 2026

Confined: Leaving OKB-134 Is A Claustrophobia Inducing Horror Game Coming to PC VR

Confined: Leaving OKB-134 is an upcoming horror game set to launch on PC VR with flatscreen support later this year. It was first unveiled during UploadVR's 2025 Winter Showcase and showcased at the Spring 2026 VR Games Showcase. A VR-supported demo was released at February's Steam Next Fest, featuring a haunting atmosphere and meticulous sound design, though it has some technical issues. The game can be wishlisted on Steam, with a full release anticipated in 2026.

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January 10, 2026

As the Amazon series hits its stride, these excellent Fallout games are cheaper than ever

The Fallout franchise has gained renewed popularity due to the anticipation of a fifth mainline entry, an upcoming Amazon series, and improvements in Fallout 76. Fallout: New Vegas is highlighted as a significant title in the series, known for its RPG mechanics and narrative depth. Fallout 76, initially criticized at launch in 2018, has evolved into a more enjoyable experience. The Best of Platinum Collection from Fanatical offers Fallout: New Vegas, Fallout 3, and Fallout 76 for .33 / £3.33 each, along with a variety of other games. Recommendations include Fallout: New Vegas, Fallout 76, Amnesia: The Bunker, and RoboCop: Rogue City, with potential discounts for purchasing multiple titles.