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April 12, 2026

What are we all playing this weekend?

The atmosphere has shifted to a warmer state, causing indecision about wardrobe choices as winter clothing remains in use. James is exploring new games, including Skull Horde and the RPG Neverway, after being encouraged by Julian to diversify his gaming. Callum is engaged in Pokémon Nuzlockes on Pokémon Black and White, with a character named Bazooka, and is preparing for revenge against a trainer named Timmy. Mark is concluding his Atomfall playthrough and plans to play Dirt Rally 2.0, Automobilista 2, and revisit Starfield after its updates. Edwin has been sent outdoors to reconnect with nature after his last adventure and is expected to return to normal by teatime on Tuesday. Jeremy has returned from family outings in London and Paris and is busy completing a secret upcoming game for a walkthrough, while also enjoying Franco-Belgium comics. Ollie has escaped the Maw but needs time to recuperate after an encounter with Edwin. Julian anticipates a busy weekend due to a stag do but looks forward to playing strategy games afterward.

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April 12, 2026

One of the Best Legend of Zelda Games Is Getting a PC Port

A dedicated development team, linifadomra, is working on a PC port of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess titled "Courage Reborn." They recently showcased a playable version of the Ordon Village section, demonstrating that the game is designed to run at a native 60 frames per second. The demo features functioning core systems, including NPC interactions, combat mechanics, and horseback riding. The game will support keyboard and mouse setups as well as controller configurations, and will be compatible with PC, Mac, and Linux platforms. The main menu will offer new graphical options for customization. The project has been in development since 2025, and while significant progress has been made, it remains incomplete, with no release date announced. Players will need a ROM of the original GameCube version to run the PC port.

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April 11, 2026

You can finally rescue Half-Life’s guards and scientists thanks to this mod inspired by Lemmings

Half-Life: Lemmings is a mod for Half-Life: Source that allows players to rescue up to 45 non-playable characters (NPCs), such as scientists and guards, within the Black Mesa facility. The mod features custom animations for rescuing NPCs, enhanced navigation capabilities for them, and upgrades for guards who can now use shotguns, MP5s, and grenades. The mod covers gameplay from the beginning of the Unforeseen Consequences chapter to the Apprehension chapter. It is available for download on ModDB, although Half-Life: Source is not listed on the Steam store but can still be purchased for £8.50.

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April 10, 2026

PC Gamer’s ‘first can’t-miss cozy game of 2026’ has gone missing on Steam, and some players think Tetris is to blame

PC Gamer's Mollie Taylor praised the Starsand Island demo in December 2025, while Lauren Morton called it "the first can't-miss cozy game of 2026" in February. The game is currently unavailable on Steam due to the developer, Seed Sparkle Lab, using unauthorized visual elements from a classic title in their mini-game section. They apologized for this oversight and are working on a new build to remove the contentious content. Fans speculate the classic title might be Tetris, but this is unconfirmed. Seed Sparkle has decided to temporarily delist Starsand Island and will reward current owners with the "Shining Star" outfit set once the revised version is approved. Players' progress will remain intact. The studio is enhancing its internal review processes following this incident and a previous wave of fake positive user reviews. A specific return date for the game on Steam has not been disclosed, but it is still available on the Xbox Store.

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April 9, 2026

I got murdered by a ladybug in Neverway, and that cemented it as the only game I care about this year

Neverway is a debut game by Coldblood Inc. that combines elements of a farming simulator with a darker narrative focused on self-reflection, mental health struggles, and spiritual rebirth. The protagonist, Fiona, deals with the aftermath of losing her job and experiences feelings of manic depression as she navigates a city filled with hostility. The gameplay involves a mix of combat mechanics and strategic thinking, where players can unlock new abilities by forming bonds with island inhabitants. The game features a dynamic soundtrack composed by Disasterpiece, enhancing the emotional experience. Neverway is set to be released in 2026 and has garnered anticipation for its unique blend of genres and immersive storytelling.

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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 8, 2026

Samson, Minos, and More: Best New PC Games This Week

Samson: A Tyndalston Story, a brawler from Liquid Swords, is set to launch on April 8 exclusively on PC via Steam, with no microtransactions involved. The game is set in the fictional town of Tyndalston and features chaotic open-world elements, focusing on street fights and high-speed car pursuits. It is powered by Unreal Engine 5 and has drawn comparisons to GTA 4. Other notable releases in the week include Road to Vostok, entering early access on April 7, Minos and Beneath Cloudvein launching on April 9, and Bow and Banister releasing on April 10. Road to Vostok is a solo-developed survival shooter set in a post-apocalyptic border zone, while Minos allows players to control a minotaur in a roguelike structure. Beneath Cloudvein is a retro RPG about a missing dwarven mining expedition, and Bow and Banister features a violinist navigating a staircase with uncooperative limbs.

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April 7, 2026

This week in PC games: gritty GTA 4-coded brawler Samson, Ancient Greek bull defender Minos, and a wobbly violinist battles some stairs

This week features several new PC game releases and upcoming titles: - Nippets: A hand-drawn exploration game with a demo available. - Road to Vostok: An early access post-apocalyptic survival game set in a border zone between Finland and Russia. - Spark in the Dark: An early access medieval dungeon crawler with AI-enhanced accessibility. Upcoming titles include: - Goon-thumping Adventure: A GTA-like game developed by Liquid Swords, set in an industrial town. - I Eat Paintings When Guards Aren't Looking: A hidden object game about taking bites out of artworks. - Faultline.Exe: A sci-fi thriller focused on hacking a malfunctioning deep space station. Other games highlighted are: - Minos: A roguelike adventure involving labyrinths and Greek adventurers. - Prop Sumo: A party game where players push friends while disguised as objects. - Beneath Cloudvein: An RPG with retro visuals centered on a dwarven mining expedition. - A Planet Full of Cats: A whimsical quest to find cats. Unique gameplay mechanics are showcased in: - Bow and Banister: A game where a violinist navigates stairs. - Pick Three!!!: A strategic game involving choices in battles with spinning discs.

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April 4, 2026

New Psychological Horror Free PC Download is Weirdly Unsettling

A demo for the psychological horror game "There Are People In Your Walls" is available on Steam. The game focuses on paranoia and anxiety, where players take on the role of an apartment dweller disturbed by unsettling noises, suggesting the presence of individuals in the walls. Gameplay relies on auditory perception to detect threats, with players able to interact with the environment and use an axe to confront intruders. The game requires only 4 MB of RAM and a GTX 560 to run, but lacks controller support. The developer, badideasdigital, has not announced a release date for the full version.

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April 4, 2026

Free PC Game Beautiful Blends Paper Mario and LittleBigPlanet

Origament: A Paper Adventure is an upcoming PC game developed by Space Sauce Studio, set to release on April 7, 2026. It features a feline protagonist and offers light puzzles, serene quests, and vibrant landscapes. A demo is currently available for free on Steam. There has been no official announcement for a console release.