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August 25, 2025

Check Out Unity Prototype of Minecraft-Style Planet Building Game

3D Artist Bowerbyte is developing a game prototype inspired by Minecraft using Unity and C#. The game features a spherical planet made from voxel blocks with procedurally generated cube-like settings, allowing for a unique player experience. The environment is fully destructible, enabling players to manipulate their surroundings by placing or removing over 20 types of blocks, including grass, leaves, water, and terrain. Bowerbyte is focused on minimizing block distortion to maintain visual integrity and enhance gameplay.

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August 25, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (August 25, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily, creating a challenging environment for gamers to find hidden gems. Waterpark Simulator - Release Date: August 23 - Developer: CayPlay - Description: A game that captures the essence of fun and adventure in a vibrant aquatic environment. Deep Sleep: Labyrinth of the Forsaken - Release Date: August 22 - Developer: scriptwelder - Description: A horror-themed point-and-click game where players control Amy, who investigates her brother's death through puzzles and storytelling. Crescent Tower - Release Date: August 20 - Developer: Curry Croquette - Description: A classic dungeon crawler with 8-bit pixel art, featuring nine classes across three races and turn-based combat. HorrorToleranceTest - Release Date: August 20 - Developer: うさうさはっぴーげーむず - Description: A Japanese horror game with mini-games that challenge players' reactions to various horror scenarios.

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August 23, 2025

Even more games are moving out of Silksong’s way: ‘I feel like a little krill trying not to get eaten by a blue whale’

In 2024, nearly 19,000 new games were launched on Steam, intensifying competition in the gaming industry. Team Cherry announced that Hollow Knight: Silksong will debut on September 4, prompting other developers to adjust their release schedules. CloverPit delayed its launch from September 3 to September 26 due to Silksong's release. Frogteam Games expressed challenges in gaining visibility in the crowded market, comparing their situation to "a little krill trying to not get eaten by a blue whale." Faeland postponed its full release from September 9 to an unspecified future date, and Aeterna Lucis shifted its release from September to 2026, citing Silksong as a factor. Demonschool plans to release on September 3 despite Silksong's presence. Some developers, like those behind Stomp and the Sword of Miracles, have seen increased interest after postponing their launches. Simon Carless suggested that developers may be overly cautious in adjusting timelines, as the impact on sales may not be as significant unless there is a substantial audience overlap with Silksong.

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August 22, 2025

Team Cherry says Silksong’s long dev time was nothing but fun

Team Cherry, the Australian development studio behind Hollow Knight, discussed the development of its sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, emphasizing that the extended timeline has been a creative and enjoyable process. Co-founder Ari Gibson stated that there were no significant roadblocks during development, attributing the lengthy process to the small size of the team and the time required to create a game. The original Hollow Knight has sold 15 million copies since its release, growing from 2.8 million in 2019. The studio chose to maintain a low profile during Silksong's development to avoid souring fan anticipation. A launch date for Hollow Knight: Silksong has been set for September 4th.

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August 22, 2025

Layoffs looking likely at Stormgate studio Frost Giant

Frost Giant Studios is facing potential layoffs as their first project, Stormgate, has not met expectations, achieving only 1,000 concurrent players on Steam compared to 5,000 during Early Access. CEO Tim Morten expressed concerns about player engagement being at 20% of early access levels, indicating the need for strategic partnerships or downsizing. He mentioned opportunities for growth in user-generated content (UGC) and the importance of collaboration to navigate the studio's challenges. Frost Giant Studios has previously secured funding, but the amount is insufficient for developing a competitive RTS title compared to larger industry players.

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August 21, 2025

2K cuts over 80 jobs at Cloud Chamber

2K Games has announced a workforce reduction at Cloud Chamber, impacting over 80 employees, or about one-third of the studio's staff, as part of a strategy to refine the development of the next BioShock installment. Rod Fergusson has been appointed to lead the studio and oversee the project. 2K president David Ismailer stated the importance of respecting the BioShock legacy while meeting fan expectations and noted the decision to downsize was made to rework certain core aspects of the game. Affected employees will receive communication regarding severance packages and support resources.

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August 20, 2025

Survival crafting adventure game Witchspire announced for PC

Envar Games has announced its new project, Witchspire, a survival crafting adventure game set to launch in Early Access for PC on Steam in 2026. The game allows players to take on the roles of novice witches and wizards in a magical realm threatened by an ancient darkness. Key features include magical survival mechanics, the ability to befriend and nurture diverse familiars, and creative home construction using astral projection. Players can engage in customization, leveling, and crafting while facing various threats in the game world.

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August 19, 2025

Capcom runs out of emergency glass to break with Monster Hunter Wilds, but it’s going to ‘implement a multifaceted plan’ to improve PC performance ‘this winter’

Capcom is addressing performance issues in the PC version of Monster Hunter Wilds, which has disappointed fans due to technical shortcomings and a lack of depth in endgame activities. The game director has stated a commitment to improving performance and stability, with updates expected by winter. However, the complexity of game design makes reallocating developers for fixes challenging. Despite these issues, some players still enjoy the game, although performance problems arise after extensive gameplay, impacting the endgame experience.

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August 19, 2025

Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence launches in Q4

Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence, developed by Making Enemies, will debut on PC in the fourth quarter of 2025, exclusively through Steam. The game follows William, a young writer seeking inspiration in a secluded abbey. Players will explore the abbey and uncover hidden truths and secrets. Gameplay footage is available for viewing, and enthusiasts can add the game to their Steam wishlists.

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August 16, 2025

As the legal debate between Subnautica 2’s publisher and former studio execs rages, the original game and its spinoff quietly receive small patches and big discounts

Subnautica 2 is facing a legal dispute after the dismissal of its leadership team by publisher Krafton, with former leaders alleging that Krafton plans to delay the game's launch beyond 2025 to avoid a financial payout. Krafton claims the game is not ready for early access and accuses the former leaders of neglecting their roles. The 2025 patch for Subnautica has introduced controller support, improved gameplay mechanics, and fixed various bugs, while Below Zero's patch focuses on enhancing the Snowfox vehicle's controls and reducing damage from terrain impacts. Both games are currently discounted by 75%. Subnautica 2 is now expected to enter early access in 2026.