Palworld Online is a mobile MMORPG heading to iOS and Android in 2026, designed to bring the essence of the PC title to mobile and encourage players to connect and venture together.
This week features a variety of new PC game releases:
1. Flow of War: A real-time strategy game with an automated economic system focused on defense.
2. Beast of Reincarnation: A post-apocalyptic action RPG where players embody a samurai version of Poison Ivy with a canine companion.
3. Anomaly President: A 2D roguelite combining political strategy with chaotic adventure.
4. Cielle is Not Happy: A turn-based RPG set across dimensions, balancing order and intuition in a magical world.
5. Big Walk: A multiplayer puzzle adventure from the creators of Untitled Goose Game, set in an Australian park.
6. My Fav Chill Streamer Dies a Million Times: A time-rewinding mystery involving a beloved streamer and chatbox comments.
7. Montabi: A creature-collecting roguelike deckbuilder that questions the use of the term "synergy."
8. Pigeon: A Love Story: A game where players can pursue love or engage in pigeon-related humor.
9. Echobreaker: A cyborg speedrunner with a retro aesthetic.
10. MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls: A dynamic tag-team fighting game from Arc Systems.
11. Sovereign Tower: An Arthurian management RPG focused on recruiting knights and kingdom prosperity.
12. Iron Nest: Heavy Turret Simulator: A tactics game featuring a walking gun for strategic warfare.
13. Grim Axiom: A top-down adventure-horror game exploring eerie environments.
14. Rogue Eclipse: A visually stunning dogfighter inspired by Arabesque Futurism.
15. Grain Rot: An apocalyptic game where players navigate dungeons filled with robots and flammable companions.
In the RPS Treehouse, Mark is interviewing modders and discussing the EA acquisition, James is editing features, and the team is contemplating the potential of Beast of Reincarnation. Julian is on holiday, and there are personal musings about gaming possibilities.
AR 4789, a designer on YouTube, has introduced a concept called Windows 7 Remastered, which aims to modernize the classic Windows 7 interface by incorporating Fluent Design elements such as transparency effects and rounded corners. The project features a redesigned Start button and Windows 7 logo, along with new app icons in the Taskbar, including a merged browser icon for Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer. The Start menu combines nostalgic elements with features from Windows 11, like app groups, widgets, and reminders. File Explorer has been revamped to include an AI-powered search that uses semantic meanings, and the Control Panel is integrated with the Windows Settings interface. The updated Taskbar includes enhanced transparency effects and a new "x" button. Additionally, users can personalize their experience with a Gadgets view that allows for customizable widgets on the desktop.
Delverium, an indie sandbox survival game from Sagestone Games, is set to enter Early Access on PC via Steam on September 22nd. The game has over 80,000 wishlists and features pixel graphics, open-world survival, and farming simulations. Players can explore a vast pixel-art world, engage in activities like fighting, fishing, farming, and foraging, and play solo or cooperatively with up to eight friends. A free demo was showcased during February’s Steam Next Fest, and the game has been refined based on player feedback from a recent playtest. The Early Access version will include core gameplay, cooperative play, and full controller support, and is expected to perform well on the Steam Deck. The Early Access phase is planned to last approximately two years, during which new content will be added based on player feedback. Pricing details are not yet available, but it is expected to be lower during Early Access.
Actor, the developer of Spanking Exorcist, released a free "apology game" called Apology.exe after missing its launch date on July 24 due to content moderation issues on Steam. The game allows players to humorously simulate spanking the developer as a form of retribution. Spanking Exorcist, which blends first-person exploration with unsettling visuals, officially launched on Steam six days after the missed date, priced at .99 with a launch discount bringing it to .39.
The author sought to improve household management by creating a customized app after finding existing apps inadequate. They initially planned to develop a traditional Android app but switched to a progressive web app (PWA) for quicker prototyping. The PWA evolved to include features for tracking family spending, inventory, and chores, with integration of Google Calendar and Firebase for syncing. The author repurposed an old tablet as a family hub for easy access to the app. After multiple iterations, they are now working on a native Android version, appreciating the learning experience gained from developing the PWA.
Relysia's True Third-Person Camera mod for Baldur's Gate 3 transforms the game's traditional bird's-eye perspective into an immersive over-the-shoulder viewpoint. While Baldur's Gate 3 has a third-person mode accessible via controller, many players find Relysia's mod enhances the experience significantly. The mod has sparked discussions on platforms like Nexus Mods, highlighting the dedication of modders. Players have reported a distinctly different experience after using the mod, leading them to revisit the game. Other popular mods include the WASD Character Movement mod and the Party Limit Begone mod, which offer additional gameplay enhancements.
- Beast of Reincarnation: Release Date: August 3; Availability: Game Pass / Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Kynseed: Release Date: August 4; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Detective Holmes: Hidden Objects: Release Date: August 3; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Space Tail: Definitive Edition: Release Date: August 3; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Fading Clouds: Release Date: August 4; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Five Hearts Under One Roof: Release Date: August 5; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Mate'Morphosis: Release Date: August 5; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Aery – Surreal World: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Herd Dispatch: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Montabi: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Sokogem: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery.
- Yellowcreek Stories – The Cabin Watcher: Release Date: August 6; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- INK ENIGMA 2: Hidden Object Challenges: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- John Fox: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- Limbot: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Smart Delivery / Xbox Play Anywhere.
- The Relic: First Guardian: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S.
- Tailbreak: Release Date: August 7; Availability: Optimized for Xbox Series X|S / Xbox Play Anywhere.
MrBeast, also known as Jimmy Donaldson, explores an abandoned Minecraft server in his video "Exploring My Abandoned Minecraft Server." The server, once filled with subscriber-built structures and community activities, now stands still, reflecting the passage of time. As he navigates the landscape, he shares anecdotes and insights about the community that once thrived there, highlighting the creativity and collaboration that characterized the server's heyday. The video emphasizes the enduring memories and friendships formed within the gaming community, despite the server's abandonment.
RPG developers have faced challenges in incorporating romance into video games, leading to a noticeable absence of romance in many titles. BioWare popularized romanceable companions with games like Baldur's Gate 2, influencing even non-RPG titles. While romance is not strictly necessary in RPGs, some games, like Baldur's Gate 3, integrate it into the narrative to enhance character development. However, the portrayal of characters as universally available for romance raises questions about authenticity. Other games, such as Fable, approach romance humorously, allowing multiple marriages without emotional depth. Harvey Randall argues that romance is vital for character development and exploring themes of intimacy and trust, suggesting it enriches RPG narratives.
