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A disturbing '90s point-and-click horror game about waking up in a rundown asylum with no recollection of who you are is getting a glow up in 2026
AppWizard
August 25, 2026

A disturbing ’90s point-and-click horror game about waking up in a rundown asylum with no recollection of who you are is getting a glow up in 2026

In 1998, notable PC games included Half-Life, Unreal, StarCraft, Thief, and Baldur's Gate, while console games featured Nintendo 64's Ocarina of Time and Banjo-Kazooie, and PlayStation's Metal Gear Solid and Resident Evil 2. Sanitarium, an isometric point-and-click adventure game, was released in April 1998, focusing on the story of Max, an amnesiac in a sanitarium. A new version, Sanitarium Enhanced, is set to be released by Ziggurat, featuring widescreen support, controller support, an extras gallery, a new hint mode, bug fixes, and optimizations for the Steam Deck, with availability on Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles in 2026.
Pre-registration for Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris for iOS and Android has started
BetaBeacon
August 18, 2026

Pre-registration for Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris for iOS and Android has started

Feral Interactive announced the release of Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris on iOS and Android devices on September 8. The game features four-player co-op gameplay and is set in Egypt, where players must gather fragments of the god Osiris to stop Set from enslaving humanity. The mobile version allows players to play the first level for free and unlock the full game with a .99 in-app purchase.
This week in PC games: survival horror in a waterlogged city, kaiju chaos in a destructible city, and old school GTA vibes in an isometric insurgency simulator
AppWizard
August 18, 2026

This week in PC games: survival horror in a waterlogged city, kaiju chaos in a destructible city, and old school GTA vibes in an isometric insurgency simulator

This week features a variety of notable game releases, including: - Feed It: A horror game where players must evade a ravenous monster while sustaining themselves. - Tukoni: Forest Keepers: A puzzle game with artistic styles reminiscent of Amanita Design and Might & Delight. - ARCWATT: Power Empire: A city builder simulating power grid management. - Mothership Down: A nostalgic puzzle game involving lunar landers and jump pads. Multiplayer and unique experiences include: - Beastlink: A multiplayer shooter where players control kaiju in a destructible city. - Tiny Tape Store: A desktop companion game managing a video rental shop. - Stars Reach: An MMORPG combining elements of Minecraft and No Man's Sky. - Entropy: A turn-based RPG set in a world abandoned by deities. - The Sinking City 2: A sequel in survival horror with a Cthulhu narrative. - Starsand Island: An anime life simulation game blending elements of Stardew Valley and skateboarding. Innovative concepts include: - Blood in the Panopticon: A game featuring a killer android in an ASCII world. - STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT: A remastered visual novel with enhanced artwork and an additional storyline. - SFTP - Super Football Tactics Pro: A turn-based game with a fantastical twist on football. Challenges are arising as Gamescom approaches, with logistical issues related to train services and the team managing review codes while one member is on holiday.
Weekend PC Game Deals: Total War, Kingdom Hearts, Black Myth Wukong, and more
AppWizard
August 15, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: Total War, Kingdom Hearts, Black Myth Wukong, and more

The Epic Games Store is offering the game Caravan SandWitch for free until August 20, where players explore an alien landscape without combat. After this date, Cadpocalypse and an Albion Online Epic Mage bundle will be available. The Humble Store has launched the Indie's Support for Venezuela Bundle, featuring games like VA-11 Hall-A and Bug Fables, and the Built Differently Games Bundle, which includes titles such as Frostpunk and SteamWorld Build. Both bundles will be available for about three weeks. GOG is also running weekend specials, though specific titles were not listed. Availability and pricing may vary by region.
Grab shopkeeper-dungeoncrawler Moonlighter free on Steam for a limited time
AppWizard
August 6, 2026

Grab shopkeeper-dungeoncrawler Moonlighter free on Steam for a limited time

Moonlighter is a management simulation and roguelite dungeon crawling game, currently available for free on Steam until August 9, as part of a promotion for its sequel, Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, which is in early access and set to officially release on September 2. Moonlighter 2 features combat mechanics influenced by Hades, an isometric perspective, and a node-choosing mechanic inspired by FTL and Slay the Spire, moving away from the dungeon exploration style of the original game. A demo for Moonlighter 2 is available on its Steam page.
Simultaneously Control Two Heroines in Fantasy ARPG Lunarium, Available Now on PC
AppWizard
July 30, 2026

Simultaneously Control Two Heroines in Fantasy ARPG Lunarium, Available Now on PC

Lunarium, a hand-drawn isometric action role-playing game (ARPG) developed by Lunarium Game Studio and published by Imperfect Games, was released on July 29, 2026, for PC via Steam. The game features dual-protagonist gameplay with two heroines, Ave, a knight, and Lune, a sorceress, allowing players to switch between characters to combat dark forces. Players can explore hand-drawn environments, solve puzzles using Lune's powers, and customize their experience through various enhancements and skill trees. Lunarium is priced at .99, £15.99, or €17.99, with a 10% launch discount for the first week and supports multiple languages.
13 years on, unfinishable survival game Project Zomboid is getting a major update with an expanded Kentucky map, animal husbandry, and revised crafting
AppWizard
July 26, 2026

13 years on, unfinishable survival game Project Zomboid is getting a major update with an expanded Kentucky map, animal husbandry, and revised crafting

Project Zomboid's Build 42 update is set to launch on July 29th, after two years of development. This update is described as one of the broadest in the game's history and includes new features such as animal husbandry, an overhaul of crafting and building systems, newly designed areas, enriched backstories, an enhanced lighting system, and a refined user interface. Existing saves from Build 41 will not be compatible with Build 42, and players wishing to continue in Build 41 must join the "legacy41" beta channel.
Loot, Battle, Repeat: Minecraft Dungeons II Launches Soon
AppWizard
July 17, 2026

Loot, Battle, Repeat: Minecraft Dungeons II Launches Soon

Minecraft Dungeons II is set to be released on September 29, 2026, by Mojang Studios and Double Eleven. The game will expand gameplay across two unique realms, introducing new biomes and aggressive mob variants. It retains the fast-paced, isometric, top-down action of the original while enhancing RPG mechanics and exploration opportunities. The game will feature full cross-platform support for online multiplayer and local couch co-op play.
Epic Games Store Makes $50 Worth of PC Games Free
AppWizard
July 11, 2026

Epic Games Store Makes $50 Worth of PC Games Free

The Epic Games Store is offering two free games from July 9th to July 16th: Tattoo Tycoon and Nova Lands. Tattoo Tycoon, developed by CrazyBunch and released in October 2025, allows players to manage a tattoo parlor, featuring isometric management mechanics and a mini-game for tattoo application, though it has received criticism for clunky controls. It holds a “Mixed” rating on Steam. Nova Lands, developed by Behemutt and launched in June 2023, is a base-building simulation with a retro 2D art style, averaging a score of 79 on Metacritic and also holding a “Mixed” rating on Steam. Players gather resources to automate processes and expand their bases, with simplistic combat mechanics. The next free titles will be Echo Generation: Midnight Edition and Luto, available from July 16th to July 23rd.
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