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April 17, 2026

Online Multiplayer Action RPG Farever Launches into Early Access on PC May 6

Shiro Games will launch their online multiplayer action RPG, Farever, in Early Access on PC via Steam on May 6, 2026. The game is set in the high-fantasy world of Siagarta and will feature four distinct classes at launch, with plans for additional classes in the full version. Players can engage in solo or cooperative gameplay, exploring diverse regions, solving puzzles, and participating in crafting professions. The studio, founded by Sebastien Vidal and Nicolas Cannasse, is known for titles like Dune: Spice Wars, Wartales, and Northgard.

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April 16, 2026

The game that gave us Fortnite is now free to play—here’s what you need to know to Save the World

Fortnite Save the World has transitioned to a free-to-play model, allowing players to experience its gameplay without cost. Players can team up with up to three friends to gather resources, build bases, and fight against creatures like Husks and the Storm King. The game features over 150 new weapons and heroes, seasonal events, and quality-of-life improvements to the user interface. Players can download Fortnite Save the World for free from the Epic Games Store.

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April 15, 2026

New Marathon update takes a leaf out of Arc Raiders’ book and encourages you to play nice

A recent update to Marathon has introduced the 'CARRI' system, which stands for the "CyberAcme Runner Reinforcement Initiative," encouraging cooperative gameplay among players. This system rewards both solo players and teams for completing contract objectives and successfully exfiltrating together. Players can earn CyberAcme Commendations, which can be spent in the CARRI Armory for various rewards, including weapons and salvage crates. Solo players can earn commendations by completing individual objectives and can receive extra commendations when extracting with others. A new 'toggle to open' setting for proximity chat and an end-of-run feature called 'Stay Together' promote friendly interactions. The update also includes a 'Mercy Kit' for reviving downed players from other teams and introduces eleven new Deluxe Unique weapons, balance changes, and adjustments to gameplay mechanics, such as railgun charging and extraction timers. The update is now live.

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April 10, 2026

This survival RPG with Stardew Valley-like visuals, published by Minecraft and Valheim veterans, was a Steam Next Fest hit, and it’s finally releasing next month

Romestead is a survival RPG townbuilder set in a fallen Rome, set to enter Steam Early Access on May 26. Developed by Beartwigs and published by Three Friends, it has over 250,000 wishlists and was the 10th most-played game during the February 2026 Steam Next Fest. The game allows cooperative play for up to eight players and focuses on reconstructing Ancient Rome. The development process included a six-month evaluation, with significant insights from the creator of Stardew Valley.

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April 9, 2026

Jazzy stealth-action game Thick as Thieves hits PC on May 20

OtherSide Entertainment has announced that their game, Thick as Thieves, will be released on Steam on May 20. The game is set in a fictional Scottish city named Kilcairn and features two distinct thieves, two maps, sixteen contracts, six unique pieces of gear, and multiple difficulty settings. Originally introduced as a PvPvE experience at The Game Awards in December 2024, it has shifted to focus on solo and two-player cooperative gameplay, with the announcement made on Steam on April 2, 2026. The game was initially planned for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, but the current focus is on the Steam release.

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April 9, 2026

Epic Games’ weekly freebie is a brand new game, and it’ll have you clobbering your pals in style

Prop Sumo is a new party game released on April 9, available for free on the Epic Games Store until April 16. Players can embody various inanimate objects, such as a grandfather clock or a punching bag, and engage in cooperative gameplay against over 40 other props. The game features nine vibrant maps and includes 22 unique items to enhance gameplay.

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April 9, 2026

Viral pirate survival game Windrose has a release date, and it’s very, very soon

Windrose is a "PvE survival adventure" game set in the Age of Piracy, allowing players to embark on solo or cooperative journeys with up to four friends. Players can build bases, recruit NPCs, trade with factions, and engage in challenging combat reminiscent of souls-lite mechanics. The game has gained significant attention, with over 1.5 million wishlists and 850,000 demo players during Steam Next Fest, ranking eighth on Steam's Most Wishlisted chart. Windrose is set to enter early access on April 14. The development team has made improvements based on feedback from over 12,000 surveys and 7,500 reviews, including enhanced multiplayer capabilities and changes to naval combat.

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April 4, 2026

With Humble Choice at almost half price, you can now get 8 Steam Deck-friendly games for just $1 each

Humble Bundle is offering a promotion for its Humble Choice subscription, allowing subscribers to acquire eight games for a significantly reduced fee. The lineup includes titles such as Tempest Rising and Chants of Sennaar. Tempest Rising is noted for its real-time strategy gameplay reminiscent of Command & Conquer, receiving an 8/10 review score. The subscription is priced at a discounted rate, and subscribers will have indefinite access to the games. The promotional code MARCH26 can be used at checkout, and the offer expires on April 7th.

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April 3, 2026

The new PC games of April 2026: Pragmata, the next Diablo 4 expansion, and Final Fantasy 14’s big month

In April 2026, the pace of new game releases has slowed compared to March. Notable releases include: - Samson (April 8) - An open-world crime game with a focused narrative. - Mouse: P.I. For Hire (April 16) - A quirky boomer shooter with a 1930s cartoon aesthetic. - Pragmata (April 16) - A Capcom title set in a dystopian future featuring an AI doomsday scenario. - Vampire Crawlers (April 21) - A card game similar to Slay the Spire 2. - Outbound (April 23) - A mobile base-building game focused on exploration and cooperative gameplay. Upcoming events include: - The Triple-I Initiative indie showcase on April 9. - The London Games Festival starting April 13. - The BAFTA Game Awards on April 17. - The Final Fantasy 14 Fan Festival on April 24. Steam sales in April are: - March 30 – April 6: House & Home Fest - April 9 – April 13: Hidden Object Fest - April 20 – April 27: Medieval Fest Early access and full releases include: - Temtem: Swarm (April 2) - Transitions to 1.0 with new features. - Road to Vostok (April 7) - A survival FPS entering early access. - Spark in the Dark (April 7) - A hardcore dungeon crawler in early access. - Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era (April 30) - Launching in early access. Major updates include: - Starfield (April 7) - Free Lanes update and new story DLC. - The Expanse: Osiris Reborn (April 22) - First closed beta test. - Final Fantasy 14 (April 28) - Patch 7.5 launching. - Marathon - Updates expected throughout the month. Additional game releases: - April 1: Breath of Fire 4 (Steam) - April 1: Resident Evil (1996) (Steam) - April 2: Darwin's Paradox (Steam) - April 15: Cleaning Up! (Steam) - April 28: He-Man: Dragon Pearl of Destruction (Steam)

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April 2, 2026

I’m sick to death of the April Fool’s dating sim trend. Thankfully, Discord is doing something different

April 1 has become a day of mixed feelings in the gaming industry, with media professionals navigating through numerous exaggerated claims and jokes. This year, the creativity of April Fool's pranks appears to have diminished. One notable release is Last Meadow Online, a "multiplayer quadruple-A sequel" to The Last Meadow, described as a DIMMIRPG (Discord-Based Massively Multiplayer Incremental Role Playing Game). Players join Wumpus, a Discord mascot, to face a dragon named 'Grass Toucher' threatening his hometown. The game features a hand-drawn clicker style, allowing players to choose from three classes—Paladin, Ranger, or Priest—and craft items, but they must wait 24 hours to switch classes or craft. Players can attack, craft, or gather resources, engaging in battles by holding down an 'adventure' button. Last Meadow Online is accessible on Discord until April 7, offering participants a limited-edition badge.