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August 25, 2026

A game dev spent 40 days in the wilderness to make this new Steam survival game

Wordless Forest is a newly launched FMV survival game available on Steam, created by solo developer Dogus Cagrici. The game features stunning visuals from a 40-day hiking expedition across four Turkish cities and has no dialogue. Players navigate the protagonist's journey after a head injury, making critical choices that affect the story's outcome. The gameplay includes dilemmas like whether to consume food found at an abandoned campsite or investigate a dark cave. Early reviews are mixed, noting that the game offers about 45 minutes of gameplay with limited choices, leading some to view it as a short interactive film. It is currently available at a 10% discount for two weeks on Steam.

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August 20, 2026

Gallipoli (PC) Review

BlackMill Games' World War I series has surpassed a decade of gameplay, with the latest installment, Gallipoli, focusing on the Gallipoli Campaign. This campaign aimed to capture the Dardanelles Strait and Constantinople but ended in a disastrous retreat for the Allies. Gallipoli features improved visuals, refined gunplay, and balanced mechanics, enhancing the gameplay experience. The game introduces new mechanics such as increased team sizes, a ticket system with unpredictability, realistic ballistics, a refined stamina system, and a suppression system that affects soldiers' performance. However, concerns exist regarding the limited rewards in the progression system, which may impact player engagement over time.

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August 18, 2026

PC Game Pass Has Some Seriously Good Turn-Based RPGs

The text discusses various turn-based RPGs and strategy games available on Xbox Game Pass, highlighting 17 standout titles. 1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - A turn-based RPG with innovative combat mechanics and a compelling narrative centered around the Paintress. 2. Heroes of Might and Magic II & III - Classic strategy games known for exploration, resource management, and tactical battles. 3. South Park: The Fractured But Whole - An RPG with grid-based combat and tactical elements, infused with the show's humor. 4. Wasteland 3 - A CRPG set in a post-apocalyptic world, featuring intricate storytelling and strategic turn-based combat. 5. BATTLETECH - A tactical mech combat game focused on managing a mercenary company and strategic planning. 6. Death Howl - Combines grid movement with deckbuilding mechanics in a dark narrative. 7. Echo Generation 2 - Introduces deckbuilding mechanics and multiple characters with a voxel art style. 8. For The King II - A blend of tabletop RPG elements and roguelite mechanics, designed for group play. 9. Gears Tactics - A tactical turn-based game that transitions from a third-person shooter, encouraging aggressive playstyles. 10. Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era - Revitalizes the classic formula with modern production values. 11. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth - Continues the turn-based combat from its predecessor with an expansive world. 12. Persona 5 Royal - A defining JRPG that balances everyday life with supernatural adventures and stylish turn-based combat. 13. The Bard’s Tale IV: Director’s Cut - A first-person dungeon crawler with exploration and puzzle-solving elements. 14. The Thaumaturge - Set in early 20th-century Warsaw, featuring political tension and supernatural intrigue in its narrative. 15. Wartales - Focuses on managing mercenaries in a medieval world, emphasizing survival and personal storytelling. 16. Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire - Offers a turn-based mode in a richly detailed world with complex narratives. 17. Phoenix Point - A tactical game that serves as a successor to XCOM, featuring a unique free-aim system and evolving enemy mechanics.

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August 15, 2026

Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 17 to 21

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.

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August 12, 2026

Non-linear ghost story adventure game Remaining Grace announced for PC

ambedo studios, led by Quintin Pan, is developing a non-linear ghost story adventure game titled Remaining Grace, set to release on PC and Mac via Steam. The game explores themes of chosen family and human connections through the narrative of Grace Tao and spans three distinct time periods. Players will experience the story through a diverse cast, unraveling the mystery of Grace's death and her relationships with various characters, including her immigrant parents and childhood friends. The game features a unique pencil sketch art style and is set in an alternate-history version of North America called Turtle Island, where colonization never occurred. A trailer and screenshots for the game have been released.

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August 6, 2026

New Kingdom Come trademark filings mention ‘online’ virtual worlds—but we shouldn’t assume Warhorse is making a multiplayer game just yet

Warhorse Studios has filed trademarks for their upcoming title, Kingdom Come Salvation, in both Europe and the United States. The filings include references to "services for matching users with computer games," suggesting potential online features. The trademarks are categorized under IC 009, related to video games, and IC 041, which covers entertainment services, including online gaming. An expert noted that while the filings imply possible online capabilities, fans should manage their expectations regarding multiplayer features until an official announcement is made.

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August 1, 2026

The games industry’s ‘fear of risk is currently the largest risk it faces’ according to Nuclear Throne’s producer

The video game industry is experiencing increased pressure due to rising budgets and competition, leading publishers like Xbox to favor safer investments and focus on established franchises. This trend has resulted in significant layoffs and studio closures, marking a challenging period for Xbox. At the DevGAMM Madeira Games Summit, Rami Ismail emphasized the need to reintegrate creativity into game development, as the industry's fear of failure stifles innovation and leads to uninspired games. He noted that successful titles like Peak, Balatro, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 thrived due to the authenticity of their creators rather than market trends. The workgroup also highlighted the importance of making early development decisions to avoid wasting resources on unviable projects, citing Sony's struggles with its live-service strategy. Ismail concluded that the industry's fear of risk is its largest risk, as demonstrated by unexpected hits like Meccha Chameleon, which achieved significant revenue.

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July 30, 2026

Mistfall Hunter Arrives On Game Pass, Xbox, PC, PS5 – Enter The Gyldenmist At Your Own Risk

Mistfall Hunter has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and is available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Developed by Bellring Games and published by Skystone Games, the game is priced at £22.49 for the Standard Edition and £35.75 for the Deluxe Edition. It combines extraction gameplay with dark fantasy action RPG mechanics, set in a world called Gyldenmist, where players recover Gyldenblood with the help of a character named Dew. The game features third-person combat, six distinct classes, and a free-aim system. Players can embark on solo hunts or form squads of up to three hunters. Future updates will introduce new content, and the game will not include paid stat boosts or pay-to-win mechanics. The Deluxe Edition offers exclusive content, including outfits, backgrounds, earrings, poses, emotes, an avatar, an avatar frame, and Fate Coins.

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July 10, 2026

One of my favorite Warhammer 40,000 books is getting an unexpected sequel

Games Workshop has shifted its focus to explore the perspectives of various alien species in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Notable works include "Ghazghkull Thraka: Prophet of the Waaagh" for ork fans and "Voidscarred" for those interested in aeldari pirates. The novel "The Infinite and the Divine" by Robert Rath centers on the rivalry between two necrons, Orikan the Diviner and Trazyn the Infinite, who clash over an artifact and face various challenges, including confrontations with Exodite armies and xenos uprisings. Orikan and Trazyn will return in the upcoming title "The Wicked and the Warped," where they must collaborate to uncover the fate of a lost expedition on a Chaos-tainted planet. A reprint of "The Infinite and the Divine" in hardback format is forthcoming, and its audiobook version has received positive reviews.

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July 8, 2026

I played 4 hours of The Blood of Dawnwalker and it borrows a heck of a lot from The Witcher 3, for good and bad

Polish studio Rebel Wolves is developing an open-world vampire RPG titled The Blood of Dawnwalker, which draws inspiration from The Witcher 3. The game features a three-hour prologue where players control Coen, a villager under the rule of Brencis, who imposes a bloodletting ritual on the citizens. The gameplay includes a time system that divides each day into eight segments, influencing quest completion and player choices. Coen interacts with various characters, including a local bully and a herbalist, while navigating moral dilemmas in a society dominated by vampiric rule. The combat mechanics allow for varied styles based on Coen's human and vampire abilities, though they may not appeal to all players. The game is noted for its visually stunning environment and rich narrative potential.