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August 31, 2026

The most anticipated PC game on Steam in September 2026 has been named – players are not only waiting for the new game from The Witcher 3 game director

- The Blood of Dawnwalker, an action-RPG by Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, will launch on September 3, 2026. - Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be released on September 4, 2026. - WARDOGS, a first-person shooter, is set to release on September 10, 2026. - CONTROL Resonant will debut on September 24, 2026. - Nivalis Nights, a life simulator in a cyberpunk city, will be available on September 29, 2026. - BOMBANANA! will be released on September 2, 2026. - Aniimo, an open-world RPG, is scheduled for September 16, 2026. - Graveyard Keeper 2 will launch on September 22, 2026. - Wanderburg, a roguelike adventure, will be available on September 8, 2026. - Active Matter, an extraction shooter, is set for release on September 15, 2026. - Transport Fever 3, a transport tycoon simulator, will be released on September 29, 2026. - Crimson Moon, featuring a Nephilim character, will be available on September 1, 2026.

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August 25, 2026

Nearly 500k players showed up for the Wardogs beta: ‘The reaction from the FPS community has been insane’

Wardogs is a 100-player military simulation first-person shooter (FPS) that has gained over a million wishlists and conducted a successful closed beta with nearly 500,000 participants and peak player counts exceeding 100,000 on Steam. The game features an innovative economic system where players manage a persistent in-game wallet to purchase weapons, unlock gear, and tip or bribe for assistance. Wardogs is set to launch in early access on September 10.

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July 18, 2026

Marathon’s ‘experimental’ PvE mode will only be playable for 2 weeks when it goes live in July, full rollout expected to happen sometime in Season 3

Marathon's Vault Breaker PvE mode will launch on July 21 and be available for two weeks until August 4. A full rollout is expected in Marathon's third season, starting on September 22, though the exact date is uncertain. Bungie previously tested a Sponsored Survival mode in June, which received positive feedback from players. The studio is under pressure to deliver with the declining popularity of Destiny 2 and internal changes.

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July 14, 2026

This is my 3rd time playing EVE Online’s upcoming extraction shooter little brother, and it finally feels like it’s coming together⁠—all without the ambitious crossover features it was made for

In 2013, CCP Games launched Dust 514, a first-person shooter for PlayStation 3 that aimed to complement EVE Online but struggled due to its exclusivity. The developer, now known as Fenris Creations, is revisiting this concept with EVE Vanguard, which combines extraction gameplay with cross-game integration. The game features engaging gameplay and allows players to deploy immediately from the "war barge" menu. Initial objectives focus on eliminating foes and looting, promoting exploration. The playtest revealed solid mechanics, satisfying weapon feedback, and a core gameplay loop of exploration, combat, and survival. Fenris aims to create an experience that players will miss if canceled, reminiscent of the nostalgia for Dust 514. Players can follow updates on Fenris' official website or Steam.

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June 30, 2026

Pick up Arc Raiders for less than $25 on Fanatical ahead of its next big update

Arc Raiders is an extraction shooter game developed by Embark, designed to be more accessible for newcomers compared to other titles like Escape From Tarkov. It is currently available at a 30% discount on Fanatical, with the standard edition priced at .49 and the deluxe edition at .39. The deluxe edition includes exclusive content such as the Wanderer Set, which features the Valente Outfit, Pathfinder Backpack, Blanket Roll Backpack Attachment, Finger Gun Rapid Fire Emote, Cowboy Scrappy Body Type and Skin, and 2,400 Raider Tokens. Updates for the game will now be released biannually, with significant changes expected in October, including a new map and new weapons.

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June 26, 2026

New Extraction Shooter on Steam is Like Cyberpunk 2077 Had a Baby with Minecraft

Gridlands is an upcoming extraction shooter game on Steam that features a distinctive aesthetic combining blocky visuals similar to Minecraft and a gritty noir ambiance akin to Cyberpunk 2077. It aims to differentiate itself from other titles in the genre, which has gained popularity due to successful games like Escape from Tarkov and ARC Raiders. Bungie's Marathon also joined the extraction shooter genre earlier in 2026.

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June 24, 2026

Drifters: Blackout Crew Is A New Co-op Sci-Fi Extraction Shooter Coming To PC VR & Quest

Salmi Games has announced its new project, Drifters: Blackout Crew, a virtual reality co-op extraction shooter, set to launch on Meta Quest and SteamVR platforms. In the game, players are stranded in deep space and must complete missions in fortified facilities to gather resources for upgrades and enhancements. It supports cooperative gameplay for up to four players and features tactile weapon handling and a jetpack for dynamic movement. The game aims to establish a unique identity in the VR extraction shooter genre, which includes popular titles like Ghosts of Tabor. Salmi Games, a German developer, has a history of providing ongoing support for its titles, with expectations for similar support for Drifters. The project has received funding from the German Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media. Players can wishlist the game on Meta Quest and Steam, but there is no announcement for PlayStation VR2.

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June 23, 2026

Marathon’s Vault Breaker PvE mode is coming in July, and here’s the twist: You leave your loot behind

Marathon has introduced a new mode called Vault Breaker, allowing players to explore the raid map Cryo Archive solo or in groups of two or three. This mode features a unique progression system where players enhance their power across multiple matches with the goal of reaching the final vault. To participate, players need a "Sponsored Kit," a free loadout designed for balanced gameplay. Unlike traditional extraction shooters, players will not keep gear or items found during runs; instead, they collect Vault Data, a currency for upgrading the Sponsored Kit or purchasing gear for other modes. The mode is set to launch on July 21 as part of a mid-season update, which will also introduce the Cradle Evolution system and various quality-of-life improvements. Community reactions are mixed, with some players criticizing the inability to retain items, while others see it as an opportunity to learn the map without high stakes.

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June 23, 2026

Sand: Raiders of Sophie is like Sea of Thieves on land, but even tougher for solo players

Sand: Raiders of Sophie has entered early access. It is a first-person base-building extraction shooter set in outer space, featuring customizable walking bases called tramplers. Players can construct their own tramplers or use pre-existing models, equipping them with various weapons and ammunition. The game includes both player-versus-player and PvE elements, with NPCs guarding lootable locations. Players can join solos-only servers for a more strategic experience. After gathering loot, players must transport their trampler to an extraction point, which involves climbing a tower to initiate the extraction process. Initial experiences have included server issues and challenges during gameplay.

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June 22, 2026

After a delay in 2025 and two delays this year (plus two more short delays this morning) mech fortress-builder Sand has finally launched

Sand: Raiders of Sophie is a PvPvE extraction shooter set in an alien desert where players build and pilot mechanical bases while battling rivals and their own creations. The game's early access launch was initially scheduled for April 2025 but was postponed to March 2026, then to June 10, and finally delayed to June 22, reverting to an early access model. On the launch day, technical issues caused a delay of "an hour or two" before the game was released on Steam after a countdown. The game is currently available at a 21% discount for two weeks.