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May 15, 2026

Dead As Disco PC Early Access Review – Disco Is NOT Dead

Dead as Disco is a rhythm-based adventure game developed by Brain Jar Games, featuring a narrative centered around Charlie Disco, a resurrected music icon seeking to reunite his former bandmates. The game employs vibrant neon visuals and has transitioned from Unity to Unreal Engine, enhancing its aesthetics. Players engage in combat against various enemies, utilizing both rhythmic and traditional combat mechanics, with a focus on strategic gameplay. The game includes modes such as selecting an Idol or the Infinite Disco, allowing for customization and skill upgrades. However, concerns exist regarding the reliance on licensed music, potential issues with enemy behavior, camera disruptions, and audio mixing. The game has received a score of 8/10 and is available on PC.

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May 13, 2026

Path of Exile 2’s new boss-taming summoner class breaks ARPG minions like never before

The Path of Exile 2 Return of the Ancients update is set to launch on May 29, introducing significant changes, including a redesign of the endgame and a crafting overhaul. Two new Ascendancies will be added: the Martial Artist Monk and the Spirit Walker Huntress. The Spirit Walker Ascendancy allows players to control powerful beast bosses and features three branches: Vivid, Primal, and Wild. The Vivid Path summons stag spirits, the Primal Path enhances projectile skills, and the Wild Path provides a spirit bear companion that boosts minion damage and life. The Idolatry path expands minion build options. The Natural Order feature allows the Tame Beast skill to work on unique beasts, starting with early-game adversaries and escalating to tougher foes. Game director Mark Roberts showcased a "zookeeper build" that utilizes the unique scepter Sylvan's Effigy, which removes companion limits. Companion damage has been buffed, and new features include a raven flock and a cluster grenade launcher called Redemption.

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April 14, 2026

Top-rated Steam PC Games Released Last Week (6th–12th of April)

KuloNiku: Bowl Up! — 97% positive reviews of 474 ratings, Developer: Gambir Studio, Publisher: Raw Fury, Genre: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. Sol Cesto — 93% positive reviews of 2461 ratings, Developer: Tambouille, Géraud Zucchini, Chariospirale, Publisher: Goblinz Publishing, Genre: Indie, Strategy, Release Date: 10 Apr, 2026. Nautical Survival — 99% positive reviews of 162 ratings, Developer: Idan Rooze, Publisher: Idan Rooze, Genre: Action, Adventure, Casual, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Wannabe Galgame God!!! — 98% positive reviews of 235 ratings, Developer: Noctella Observatory, Publisher: Noctella Observatory, Genre: Free To Play, Release Date: 10 Apr, 2026. Idols of Ash — 98% positive reviews of 259 ratings, Developer: Leafy Games, Publisher: Leafy Games, Genre: Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Draw Steel — 6 reviews, Developer: Verisim, MCDM, Publisher: MCDM, Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Elton Manor: Requiem of the Cursed Roses — 98% positive reviews of 65 ratings, Developer: 阿魯, Publisher: Playmeow, Genre: Casual, RPG, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. Origament: A Paper Adventure — 97% positive reviews of 44 ratings, Developer: Space Sauce Studio, Publisher: Beverlor, Genre: Action, Adventure, Casual, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. WRATH: Aeon of Ruin VR - Brutal Edition — 91% positive reviews of 34 ratings, Developer: Team Beef, Flat2VR Studios, Publisher: Flat2VR Studios, Genre: Action, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Arcadia Fallen II — 100% positive reviews of 32 ratings, Developer: Galdra Studios, Publisher: Galdra Studios, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. GGST Additional Character 18 - Jam Kuradoberi — 94% positive reviews of 76 ratings, Developer: Arc System Works, Publisher: Arc System Works, Genre: Action, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Barking from the Dark — 100% positive reviews of 27 ratings, Developer: shoftArt, Publisher: shoftArt, Genre: Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Fortune Seller — 97% positive reviews of 40 ratings, Developer: Kiwick, Publisher: Kiwick, Genre: Casual, Indie, Strategy, Release Date: 6 Apr, 2026. Find Your Words — 96% positive reviews of 56 ratings, Developer: Capybara Games, Publisher: Capybara Games, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Spinny Dungeon — 97% positive reviews of 44 ratings, Developer: Typing Monkey, Publisher: Typing Monkey, Genre: Indie, RPG, Strategy, Release Date: 6 Apr, 2026. Pluralys — 96% positive reviews of 28 ratings, Developer: Ivalys Studios, Publisher: Ivalys Studios, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. MINOS — 90% positive reviews of 152 ratings, Developer: Artificer, Publisher: Devolver Digital, Genre: Action, Adventure, Simulation, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Subversive Memories — 96% positive reviews of 33 ratings, Developer: Southward Studio, Publisher: Southward Studio, Genre: Action, Adventure, Indie, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Nippets: A Hidden Object Game — 91% positive reviews of 59 ratings, Developer: Blink Industries, Publisher: Blink Industries, Genre: Casual, Indie, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. [Redacted] The Safehouse — 100% positive reviews of 21 ratings, Developer: Heartbeast, Publisher: Heartbeast, Genre: Indie, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026.

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April 13, 2026

Anno 117’s first DLC will let you disregard history by building your Roman city next to a massive volcano

Ubisoft is set to release a DLC for Anno 117 titled Prophecies of Ash on April 23. This expansion introduces Cinis, the largest island in the series, featuring a volcano that adds risk and strategy to city-building. Cinis extends the Latium province and offers various resources, including a new resource called Obsidian for crafting unique items. The DLC will include volcanic mechanics such as eruptions and a bloom phase that affect agricultural productivity. Players can also build a temple dedicated to Vulcan, enhancing mining productivity and fire safety. Anno 117 has received a 'Mixed' rating on Steam due to issues like the use of AI art and perceived incompleteness at launch, but it has achieved the highest launch in the series' history.

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March 2, 2026

Steam Drops 10 New Free Games This Weekend, Keep Forever

This weekend, Steam users can download a selection of new free games, including: - The Raid of Brunswick: A first-person simulation of a World War II bombing raid. - Precision: A fast-paced 2D platform shooter with retro graphics and sound. - Stellifier: The Comeback: An otome typing game featuring returning idols. - Dreams Stories Online: An MMORPG with real-time combat and character progression. - Dog's Walts: A game where players control a dog to knock soldiers off a stage. - Haimaskià: A vampire-themed action/stealth game featuring an assassin named Lucie. - Metal Goose: A first-person retro shooter where players battle robotic birds. - Exodus: A top-down shooter defending Earth from alien invaders. - Song of Decay: A 2D RPG inspired by the myth of Orpheus. - Slime Wars: A 2D real-time strategy game focused on slime battles and resource management. These games can be downloaded from their store pages on Steam and will remain in users' libraries indefinitely.

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June 7, 2025

Here’s how to watch the Future Games Show Summer Showcase

The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will feature over 50 upcoming games and will be live on June 7 at 1 pm PT/4 pm ET/8 pm GMT. It will be hosted by Matthew Mercer and Laura Bailey. The event will include world premieres, exclusive game demos, developer interviews, and trailers for various titles. Featured games include Directive 8020, Herdling, Crisol: Theater of Idols, and The Finals. The showcase will be available on platforms such as Twitch, YouTube, X, Facebook, TikTok, GamesRadar, Steam, PC Gamer, IGN, Gamespot, BiliBili, Ginx TV, and ESR. Localized subtitles will be provided in multiple languages, and viewers on YouTube can access ASL and BSL. An exclusive Twitch Drop for The Finals will be available for those who watch on the Future Games Show Twitch channel for over 15 minutes.

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March 15, 2025

Under Ichigo Concert Rhythm Game Appears for Free on Steam

DLsite has launched the rhythm game Under Ichigo: Love me baby!!! in Tokyo Super Arena 2025 on Steam, available for free. The game features eight songs by the idol group Under Ichigo and offers multilingual subtitles. Set in a fictional Tokyo Super Arena, it includes outfit selection and formation positioning, along with a custom vocal distribution system that allows players to assign specific parts of songs to different idols. Players can save up to three vocal sets and access preset examples for each idol.

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March 10, 2025

Gakuen Idolm@ster Game’s PC Version Launches on March 18

The PC version of Bandai Namco Entertainment's Gakuen Idolm@ster game app will debut on the DMM Games platform on March 18, 2025. The game was initially launched in Japan in May 2024 and allows players to act as producers at the Hatsuboshi Gakuen idol training school. The game features nine initial idols and has expanded its roster over time. Additionally, the Gakuen Idolmaster Gold Rush manga was introduced in October 2024, focusing on the character Kotone Fujita.

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February 24, 2025

Gakuen Idolm@ster Game Gets PC Version on DMM Games Service

Bandai Namco Entertainment announced the upcoming launch of the PC version of Gakuen Idolm@ster, set to debut on the DMM Games platform in March. The game was initially released in Japan in May 2024 and allows players to act as a producer at the Hatsuboshi Gakuen idol training school, managing nine idols and their relationships. The franchise is also expanding into manga with the Gakuen Idolmaster Gold Rush, which debuted in October 2024, focusing on the character Kotone Fujita.

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October 22, 2024

Kakao’s new AI messaging app will speak in the voices of K-pop idols

Kakao has introduced an AI-integrated messenger app named Kanana at its annual developer conference in Yongin, Gyeonggi. Kanana enhances user experience by summarizing messages, managing schedules, and recommending entertainment based on chat history. The app features two AI characters: Nana for personal use, who can manage appointments and summarize texts, and Kana for group interactions, creating quizzes and summarizing past conversations. Users can set the AI's voice to that of K-pop artists. Kanana is currently in internal testing, with a beta release planned for Kakao employees later this year. Kakao aims to expand its AI product offerings under the Kanana brand, amidst challenges including regulatory issues and competition from Naver. A new AI division named Kanana has been formed, integrating AI R&D personnel from the former Kakao Brain.