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October 4, 2026

Free browser-based AI-generated Taipei GTA clone hits 1.2 million concurrent players in three days — vibe-coded game cost $10,000 in AI tokens to build, is set on the streets of Taipei

Developers at AICodeWith have launched a browser-based game titled Taipei GTA, available online for free. The game reportedly cost around ,000 in tokens to develop and has attracted 1.2 million concurrent users within three days of its release. It allows players to explore iconic locations in Taipei, such as Ximending and Taipei Main Station, featuring low-poly graphics and a nostalgic charm reminiscent of early-2000s retro gaming. The game was designed using the AICodeWith platform and incorporates various models and technologies, including DeepSeek, Qwen, Kimi, and GLM.

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October 4, 2026

Deadlock is the king of MOBA character designs, and it’s all thanks to Valve’s embrace of New Yorkyness

In Valve’s MOBA, Deadlock, players explore The Cursed Apple, an urban setting inspired by New York City. The game features new characters that embody the essence of city life, including Solomon, an elderly chess player, Baba, a whimsical grandmother, and the Rat King, who commands rats. Other characters include a reimagined Chinese immigrant construction worker as Sun Wukong, Vyper, a flirtatious criminal, and Seven, a pulp villain with a softer side. Deadlock distinguishes itself with character depth, contrasting with typical MOBA heroes. The game has over 100 unique names for the Rat King's rats and more than 10,000 voice lines. Recent reports indicate a peak in concurrent players, reflecting its growing popularity. The focus on New York archetypes opens possibilities for future characters, such as a ghost journalist or a witch with a hot dog cart.

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October 4, 2026

The Witcher 3’s remaster just brought it to a new all-time concurrent player count peak

The Witcher 3 has been remastered, attracting a peak of 123,359 concurrent players on Steam, a significant increase from over 30,000 in August. The original game, launched in 2015, received a score of 92% from critics. The remaster is available for free to existing owners and is currently half price during Steam's autumn sale. It includes new features, visual upgrades, and compatibility upgrades for popular mods. Guides are available to help players personalize Geralt's style.

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September 26, 2026

#1 Best-Selling Steam Game Just Achieved Something No PC Game Has Since Palworld

The top-selling title on Steam from September 8 to September 22, 2026, is War Dogs, which has achieved significant sales and a peak of over 428,000 concurrent players. It ranks as the 36th biggest title on Steam and has received a "Very Positive" rating based on an 82% approval rating from nearly 52,000 user reviews. War Dogs is an online tactical first-person shooter featuring three teams in strategic combat, emphasizing collaboration and requiring players to invest time to master its mechanics. The game is currently in early access and is priced at .99, with expectations for a higher retail price upon final release.

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August 16, 2026

Best-Selling PC Game of 2026 Just Passed 20 Million Units Sold on Steam

Meccha Chameleon, a casual friendslop game developed by Lemorion 1224 and Haganeiro, has sold over 20 million units on Steam within two months of its launch, making it the best-selling PC game of 2026. The game features unique gameplay where players camouflage themselves in various environments, receiving a "Very Positive" rating on Steam with a 90% approval rating from over 41,000 user reviews. It sold 15 million units in the first three weeks and an additional 5 million in the following five weeks. The peak concurrent player count was 23,573, down from 340,534 at launch. Meccha Chameleon is expected to remain the best-selling PC game of 2026 despite competition from upcoming titles like GTA 6, which will not be available on PC.

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August 6, 2026

‘Sorry about this!’ Big Walk is already fixing its biggest complaint

Big Walk, a co-op puzzle game, launched yesterday and peaked at nearly 50,000 concurrent players on Steam, receiving "Very Positive" reviews. Players are enjoying the gameplay but are facing communication issues due to difficulties in hearing each other through the in-game proximity voice chat. A mod on GitHub has been created to address this by adding a voice volume slider that allows players to increase voice chat volume up to 200%.

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August 3, 2026

Steam Week in Review: Once positioned as mainstream-friendly PC gaming solutions, can Valve’s hardware survive the memory crisis?

Last week, a discussion arose regarding the decline in Steam Deck sales, as noted by PC Gamer's Andy Edser. An analysis by Boiling Steam questioned the mathematical accuracy of the sales figures, leading to concerns about Valve's hardware future. Gabe Newell's million donation to OpenAI in 2018 has been suggested to negatively impact Valve's hardware ambitions. The price of the anticipated Steam Deck OLED increased significantly in May, with the 1TB model rising from 9 to 9 and the 512GB version from 9 to 9, causing potential buyers to reconsider. The Steam Machine's projected retail price has also surged from around 0 to ,049. In gaming, Mistfall Hunter has quickly reached the third spot on the live concurrent players list. The latest Steam deep cuts ranked Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and Palworld as the top three games. Despite new releases, Counter-Strike 2 remains at the top of the rankings. DragonSword: Awakening and Shift at Midnight have gained attention for their unique gameplay. A notable Steam review of Alien Kink VR expressed a darkly humorous sentiment.

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August 2, 2026

Perennial early access game Project Zomboid hit a new concurrent player record after a huge map update added reworked towns, a spooky orphanage and ‘400 procedural basements’

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.

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August 1, 2026

Steam gamers have spoken: innovative indies like Palworld continue to thrive while traditional triple-A flounders for a foothold

In 2026, the gaming landscape shows a significant shift, with smaller development teams gaining popularity among PC gamers, while established franchises face challenges. Palworld 1.0 has become a major success, attracting over half a million concurrent players daily, trailing only behind CS2, PUBG, and Dota 2. Other notable releases include Meccha Chameleon, Windrose, Slay the Spire 2, Deltarune Chapter Five, and Mewgenics. In contrast, Halo: Campaign Evolved peaked at just over 25,000 concurrent players, significantly lower than The Master Chief Collection's peak of 161,000 in 2019. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced reached 104,000 active players, marking its best performance on Steam. The Summer Game Fest highlighted successful titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Forza Horizon 6, while smaller innovative projects like Vampire Crawlers and Super Battle Golf are also gaining attention.

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July 30, 2026

Marvel Tōkon devs vow to fix performance issues for launch day next week: ‘To our PC players, message received’

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls held a beta test for PC players, achieving a peak of 33,233 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing the previous record set by Street Fighter 6's beta. However, players experienced significant performance issues, including stuttering and low frame rates. The official launch is scheduled for August 6, and developer Arc System Works acknowledged the issues, promising community-tested fixes and improvements for day one, including measures to reduce high CPU usage. The game requires a PlayStation Network sign-in, limiting access in over 100 countries.