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March 2, 2026

This week in PC games: Marathon, Slay The Spire 2, a promising Disco-like RPG and a monastic garden mystery

This week features a variety of new PC game releases, including: - The Abbess' Garden: A life simulation game set in the 17th century where players restore a botanical sanctuary. - Sad God: A game where players navigate a shaft filled with threats to reach the surface before lava engulfs them. - The Legend of Khiimori: An open-world courier game set in 13th-century Mongolia, now in early access. - Esoteric Ebb: A single-player CRPG where players investigate an explosion at a teashop during an election. - Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered: A remaster of the classic title focusing on narrative and choice. - Humanica: A city-building game where players can edit the landscape of their prehistoric city. - Luxman Moonlit Market: A night market simulation game with a unique art style. - Scott Pilgrim EX: A side-scrolling brawler based on the Canadian comic book series. - Slay the Spire 2: The sequel to the roguelite deckbuilder, now in early access. - Card Cultivation: A game combining elements of Cultist Simulator with Chinese mythology. - Planet of Lana II: A puzzle-platformer where players save a cyborg world alongside a kid and their pet. - Age of Barbarians Chronicles: An action game with a sword-and-sorcery theme. - Here Comes The Swarm: An early access survival RTS where players fend off gigabeetles. - Marathon: Bungie's reboot of the classic FPS set in a rich lore universe. - Ratcheter DX: An adventure game challenging players to escape a sunken ice base. - Mr. Peregrino: A game set in the 19th century where players manage food supplies while escorting pilgrims. - Over The Top: WW1: A game where players experience the frontlines of World War I. - Aethus: A game where players investigate a lost science expedition on a desert world. - Post-Apocalyptic Technician: Players repair Stroggs as an underground technician. - Frog Abundance: An exploration game centered around frogs in various time periods. Team members at RPS express interest in different titles, with Ollie favoring Marathon, James interested in Planet of Lana, Mark leaning towards automotive adventures, and Julian considering writing about Slay the Spire 2.

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January 28, 2026

I never thought Stardew Valley and Diablo could coexist in one game, but then I saw Emberville

Emberville is a new game combining elements of Stardew Valley and Diablo, set to release in Summer 2026. The game features an intricate class system where players earn classes through in-game discoveries and can switch between them, with some skills being transferable across classes. It includes a randomized loot system, allowing items to drop from defeated enemies, while retaining core elements like NPC interactions, farming, crafting, and fishing. The game will feature voice acting from notable actors, including Alex Jordan and Dougle Cockle, and will launch into Steam Early Access in Summer 2026.

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January 27, 2026

CCP-Controlled Messaging App WeChat Used for ‘Coordination Among Chinese Criminal Networks’ in US, Sen Lankford Writes to Trump

Senator James Lankford has requested the White House to consider banning WeChat from U.S. app stores due to concerns about its use by Chinese criminal organizations for activities like drug trafficking and money laundering. WeChat, owned by Tencent Holdings Ltd., has been identified as a key tool for coordinating these criminal networks. U.S. law enforcement currently lacks access to WeChat's encrypted communications, complicating investigations. This request follows a previous attempt by the Trump administration to ban WeChat, which was deemed unconstitutional. The Biden administration has since conducted a national security assessment and enacted the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which allows the president to blacklist Chinese applications like WeChat. The Pentagon has already blacklisted Tencent for its ties to Chinese military companies. Recent criminal activities linked to WeChat include a case where a Chinese national was charged with murder on an illegal marijuana farm. Lankford urges the designation of WeChat as a "covered company" to enhance U.S. national security and assist law enforcement against Chinese criminal networks.

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January 18, 2026

Diablo 4 and PoE 2’s fastest competitor drops a new update at the perfect time, earning its most players ever

Torchlight Infinite has gained attention in the action role-playing game (ARPG) genre with its latest season, Vorax, which introduces features such as custom monster cultivation for arena battles, a 'grafting' system for unique gear creation, and a new hero variant, Vendetta Erika, who operates as an agile assassin. The update also includes new spellcasting mechanics and endgame bosses, alongside a comprehensive UI overhaul aimed at improving aesthetics and readability. On January 17, the game achieved a peak concurrent player count of 23,715 on Steam, surpassing its previous launch high, with an additional 7,600 players on the Chinese client.

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November 11, 2025

Best Minecraft Farm Ideas

- Crop Farms: Cultivate wheat, carrots, and potatoes for a steady food supply. - Animal Farms: Breed and harvest livestock for meat, leather, and other resources. - Tree Farms: Grow various types of trees for wood and saplings. - Mob Farms: Spawn and trap hostile mobs for valuable drops like bones, arrows, and rare items. - Mineral Farms: Mine resources such as iron, gold, and diamonds to maximize yield with minimal effort.

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October 15, 2025

SolrynMC Redefines Minecraft Survival Servers with Unique Player Abilities and Crossplay Support

SolrynMC is a Minecraft server that offers a custom survival mode featuring innovative gameplay mechanics, including player mutations and abilities that enhance gameplay. It has a player-driven economy allowing participants to create shops and trade goods, fostering interaction and competition. The server emphasizes community engagement through daily events and challenges, supported by an active management team. SolrynMC supports cross-platform play for both Java and Bedrock editions of Minecraft, enabling a larger player base. Future game modes are in development, indicating ongoing expansion and content updates. Players can connect to the server at play.solrynmc.net.

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October 12, 2025

96%-rated survival sensation eating Half-Life 3’s lunch is far from done, as massive roadmap reveals DLC and free updates

Abiotic Factor has launched a successful 1.0 version and will release a free community update this fall featuring revamped enemy behaviors, a hardcore mode, an 'iron mode', sandbox settings, improved trader mechanics, and armor durability indicators. New additions include exercise equipment for player stats and electricity generation, a battery-charging crate, a wall-mountable item stand, mushroom cultivation, improved weapon reloads, an industrial crossbow, and a hardlight spear. The first paid DLC, 'Temple of Stone', will introduce a new home world inspired by Ancient Greek and Roman architecture. A complimentary Winter Cabin home world and the Holiday Cryosphere update will also be released, featuring new entities and plantable resources. In 2026, a mystery crossover is planned for spring, and a significant story-driven DLC will be released in summer, adding new facility sectors, portal worlds, enemy types, traders, and recipes, along with a free patch introducing multi-quest functionality, boats, a brewing system, improved pets, enhanced fishing mechanics, upgraded enemy behavior, trait presets, and customizable emotes. Developer 'Zag' hinted at boating and fishing features related to the mystery DLC.

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September 12, 2025

Ubisoft staff push back against Saudi dealings

Workers at Ubisoft have expressed concerns about the company's engagement with Saudi Arabia, particularly following a meeting between Ubisoft executives and Saudi leaders, including Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, in December 2024. This meeting coincided with the announcement of a new expansion for the game Assassin's Creed Mirage, set in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, which is financially supported by the Saudi government. Employees raised issues regarding Saudi Arabia's human rights record and questioned the implications of pursuing contracts with individuals accused of serious offenses, such as the assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. In response, Ubisoft's management stated that the involvement of executives in diplomatic efforts is aimed at enhancing France's global influence and promoting democratic values, while also framing their actions as part of cultivating France's 'soft power.' They concluded by stating, "We do not comment on rumors."

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August 26, 2025

PlayStation’s Hulst: We want studios to “fail early and cheapy”

Sony Interactive Entertainment is enhancing its project development processes by implementing rigorous testing protocols following the costly failure of its live-service game, Concord, which incurred 0 million in development costs before being withdrawn shortly after launch. The company has canceled several ongoing projects deemed unfit for release and is focusing on learning from past failures to ensure early and cost-effective adjustments. Herman Hulst, head of studios, emphasized the importance of diverse player experiences and vibrant gaming communities over the quantity of live-service releases. The company is now adopting a more robust testing regimen to improve future projects.

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August 23, 2025

Chill Out With $33 Savings on Free PC Games This Week

The Epic Games Store offers free games weekly, with this week's titles being "Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge" and "Strange Horticulture." "Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge" allows players to collect over 500 unique frogs and create a sanctuary for them. "Strange Horticulture" is a plant and herb cultivation game where players interact with witches and cultists, affecting the narrative through their choices. It has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Next week, the free games will include "Machinarium," an adventure game focused on rescuing a kidnapped girlfriend with point-and-click mechanics and acclaimed hand-drawn graphics. Additionally, "Make Way" is a competitive racing game that allows players to build their own tracks and supports multiplatform play, although it is not yet available on the Epic Games Store.