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AppWizard
August 22, 2026
Blackout is an alpha-stage mod for Doom source ports Zandronum and UZDoom, created by modder PKmX. It emphasizes tactical military simulation with slow, methodical gameplay, encouraging players to use cover and breaching techniques. The mod features mechanics inspired by the Crysis series, including an energy suit with a damage-absorbing shield, an adrenaline system for speed boosts, and a cloaking device for stealth. PKmX recommends complementary mods, such as a palette mod to enhance the dark atmosphere. Blackout aims to redefine player engagement in the Doom universe by blending strategy and horror.
AppWizard
August 20, 2026
Spanish publisher Firenut Games and co-developer Digital Dreams™ announced the psychological horror game Baptiste, set to launch in fall 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. The announcement was made on August 19, 2026, alongside a gameplay trailer and a free demo available on Steam. The game follows Tom, a teenager dealing with his father's death, who discovers a cursed doll in a mansion that leads to supernatural events. Baptiste features a darkness mechanic that intensifies horror elements based on the protagonist's exposure to darkness. The game requires high-performance hardware, with recommended specs including an Intel i9 processor, 32 GB of RAM, and an Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU. Baptiste successfully raised €6,118 through a Kickstarter campaign in October 2025. It will support audio in English and Spanish, with interface and subtitle options in 11 languages. A free demo is currently available on Steam, covering the first 30 minutes of gameplay.
AppWizard
August 18, 2026
Stormind Games will release Remothered: Red Nun’s Legacy on October 27, 2026, for PC, Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Players will follow Susan as she searches for her missing daughter in a residence at the base of Mount Etna, encountering Stalkers and uncovering the origins of the Red Nun. The game introduces limited melee weapons and hypnosis powers for exploration and combat. The voice cast includes Cissy Jones and Maggie Robertson, with a soundtrack by Akira Yamaoka. Key features include survival against Stalkers, mastering hypnosis powers, a modern take on classic survival horror, exploring detailed environments, and uncovering the history of the Cristo Morente convent.
BetaBeacon
August 17, 2026
Dawnfolk is a mobile game set in a world consumed by darkness where players rebuild civilization one tile at a time. The game features minimalist strategy, exploration, and survival mechanics, with a focus on approachable gameplay and meaningful depth.
BetaBeacon
August 17, 2026
Portable Moose Studio has released the horror-puzzle game Sally Face on iOS and Android, which includes all five episodes of the original game with touchscreen controls. The game is currently available at a discounted price until August 23, after which the price will increase. The original Sally Face has received positive reviews on Steam. A sequel, Sally Face 2, has been announced and will initially debut on Steam Early Access before being released on consoles, iOS, and Android.
BetaBeacon
August 16, 2026
- Publisher FDG Entertainment has announced a mobile version of the pixel adventure Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King, inspired by A Link to the Past - The main character is Knight Lily who must save the Kingdom of Blossom from eternal darkness - Players will explore an open world, complete dungeons, fight monsters and bosses, find weapons and spells, and solve puzzles - The original game was released on PC in March 2017 and has positive reviews on Steam - The mobile version is available for pre-registration on Google Play, with no exact release date announced
AppWizard
August 15, 2026
Next week, several games are set to launch for Xbox platforms: - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Cost of Hope - Release Date: August 20, Developer: GSC Game World. - Backyard Baseball - Release Date: August 18, Developer: Playground Productions, Price: .99. - The Sinking City 2 - Release Date: August 18, Developer: Frogwares, Price: .99. - Mortal Shell II - Release Date: August 20, Developer: Playstack, Price: .99. - Black Flower - Release Date: August 17, Developer: Triomatica Games. - Archerio - Release Date: August 18, Developer: Webnetic s. r. o., Price: .99. - Driving is Hard - Release Date: August 18, Developer: Elegant Horse Studios, Price: .99. - Arcade Archives 2 CYBER CYCLES - Release Date: August 19, Developer: HAMSTER Corporation. - Cloudy Day - Release Date: August 19, Developer: RainForest Game Studio. - Dark Reflection - Release Date: August 19, Developer: Stamina Zero LLC, Price: .99. - Dungeon Antiqua 2 - Release Date: August 19, Developer: AMATA K.K. - Grim Trials - Release Date: August 19, Developer: Soft Source Pte Ltd., Price: .99. - Hidden Cats in Barcelona - Release Date: August 19, Developer: Silesia Games Sp. z o.o. - WonderCat Adventures - Release Date: August 19, Developer: Obscure Cloud. - Berry Bury Berry - Release Date: August 20, Developer: Black Lantern Collective. - Educational Family Games - Release Date: August 20, Developer: Crazysoft Limited. - Emoji Killer – Casino Massacre - Release Date: August 20, Developer: EpiXR Games, Price: .99. - Find The Cats 2 - Release Date: August 20, Developer: Ember Box Studio. - Gallipoli - Release Date: August 20, Developer: BlackMill Games. - Ground Zero Hero - Release Date: August 20, Developer: Acclaim, Inc. - Wings of Beyond - Release Date: August 20, Developer: Little Giant, Bad Minion. - Yet Another Zombie Survivors - Release Date: August 20, Developer: Awesome Games Studio, Price: .99. - Creepy Shift: Uncle Joe’s Motel - Release Date: August 21, Developer: Red Limb Studio. - Dark Dungeon Head Haze - Release Date: August 21, Developer: Sweet Bread Games. - KEYQUACK QUEST - Release Date: August 21, Developer: YUME GAME STUDIO. - Mega City Force - Release Date: August 21, Developer: Ravenage Games. - No More Slimes!! - Release Date: August 21, Developer: Minimum Studio. - Pay To Path - Release Date: August 21, Developer: Afil Games. - Psalm 5:9-13 - Release Date: August 21, Developer: Axyos Games. - With Eyes of Ice - Release Date: August 21, Developer: Ratalaika Games S.L.
AppWizard
August 12, 2026
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North has been re-released on modern consoles and PC, remastered by Aspyr. It is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC, priced at .99 until August 25th, after which it will increase to .99. The remaster features 60fps, bug fixes, and quality of life improvements, including enemy lock-on and character hot swapping. Originally launched in November 2011, the game received mixed reviews, with IGN rating it 7/10. It includes an online co-op feature and a narrative that runs parallel to the events of the books and films. War in the North was the first in the franchise to receive an M for Mature rating. Aspyr hinted at the possibility of more Lord of the Rings re-releases in the future, though specific titles have not been disclosed.
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