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Feed the Deep Is Heading to Consoles and Android Next Year
BetaBeacon
October 16, 2026

Feed the Deep Is Heading to Consoles and Android Next Year

Feed the Deep, a Lovecraftian roguelike game developed by Luke Muscat, is set to launch on consoles and Android in 2027. The game takes players into procedurally generated underwater caves where they must collect materials, trade for upgrades, and navigate dangers while managing limited oxygen. The game offers an atmospheric soundtrack by composer Cedar Jones and promises a unique experience with each expedition.
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AppWizard
October 11, 2026

Deadlock’s City Never Sleeps update makes Valve’s MOBA my favorite videogame setting in years

Deadlock is a game currently accessible through beta invites distributed by Valve. The recent update, City Never Sleeps, features a transformed map with new neutral monsters and a redesign that enhances its landscapes. The update introduces new characters, including Deadman Danny, Nurse Harrow, Rat King, Solomon, and Baba, each with unique designs and voice lines. The update also expands the existing cast with new conversations and lore, contributing to the game's depth. The author has invested over 350 hours into Deadlock and recommends it for its captivating atmosphere, despite it being in the MOBA genre.
The Sinking City 2 is one of my biggest gaming surprises of the year — and it’s scratching that Resident Evil itch
AppWizard
August 23, 2026

The Sinking City 2 is one of my biggest gaming surprises of the year — and it’s scratching that Resident Evil itch

The Sinking City 2 is a sequel to the 2019 original, developed by Ukrainian studio Frogwares. It is set in a flooded, surreal version of 1920s Arkham and follows the character Calvin Rafferty, an occult adventurer facing Lovecraftian creatures. The game shifts from the detective-centric gameplay of its predecessor to focus on combat, exploration, resource management, and horror. Players will navigate a world filled with supernatural threats while engaging in survival elements.
The Sinking City 2 review
AppWizard
August 17, 2026

The Sinking City 2 review

Players can expect a survival horror game with Lovecraftian themes set in the 1920s, developed and published by Frogwares, scheduled for release on August 18. The game is priced at £41.35 and is designed for single-player gameplay, focusing on an immersive narrative. It has been reviewed on a setup with Windows 11, an Intel Core i9 processor, 32GB of RAM, and an Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card. Steam Deck compatibility is unknown.
10 highly anticipated new games coming to PC in August 2026
AppWizard
July 27, 2026

10 highly anticipated new games coming to PC in August 2026

In August 2026, ten notable video game titles are set to launch on PC: - Beast of Reincarnation - August 3: An action-RPG by Game Freak featuring real-time and turn-based combat. - Big Walk - August 4: A co-operative open-world adventure from the creators of Untitled Goose Game. - Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls - August 6: A fighting game featuring iconic Marvel characters like Spider-Man and Captain America. - Agefield High: Rock The School - August 12: A spiritual successor to Bully, offering a nostalgic schoolyard experience. - Hell Let Loose: Vietnam - August 13: A 50v50 player battle game set during the Vietnam War. - The Sinking City 2 - August 18: A survival-horror sequel with Lovecraftian elements. - Mortal Shell 2 - August 20: A sequel known for its challenging combat mechanics, with a free demo available on Steam. - Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 - August 27: Includes re-releases of Metal Gear Solid 4 and Peace Walker. - Star Wars Zero Company - August 27: An X-COM-style game set during the Clone Wars, featuring Anakin Skywalker. - Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy - August 27: A prequel exploring an original story in the Plague Tale universe.
'The last time I liked everything about a game was probably Baldur's Gate 3': Raphael Colantonio, co-founder of Arkane Studios, talks us through the games installed on his PC
AppWizard
July 26, 2026

‘The last time I liked everything about a game was probably Baldur’s Gate 3’: Raphael Colantonio, co-founder of Arkane Studios, talks us through the games installed on his PC

Raphaël Colantonio, co-founder of Arkane Studios, was inspired to enter the gaming industry after playing Ultima 7, which led him to co-found Arkane in 1999. The studio's first game was Arx Fatalis, and it has since produced titles like Dishonored and Prey, with their latest project being Weird West. Colantonio is currently playing Mewgenics, having previously completed Cyberpunk 2077 and enjoyed Baldur's Gate 3. He has revisited Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of the Earth for enjoyment and research. Colantonio has logged 649 hours in Wasteland 2 and expresses nostalgia for Thief, Fallout, and Deus Ex, noting their influence on his work. He uses DaVinci Resolve for video editing and DiskState for managing hard drive space. Colantonio maintains a tidy desktop with minimal icons and folders.
The Biggest Upcoming July 2026 PC Games and How They May Perform On Steam Deck
AppWizard
July 3, 2026

The Biggest Upcoming July 2026 PC Games and How They May Perform On Steam Deck

Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release in November. Moonlight Peaks, a farming simulator with a vampire theme, runs at 90 FPS on the Steam Deck with minimal battery drain. An open-world gacha game performs above 30 FPS at default settings on the Steam Deck. The expansion for Granblue Fantasy: Relink is playable on the Steam Deck, though some action sequences may cause minor frame drops. A remake of a classic Assassin’s Creed installment is optimized for the Steam Deck and has received Verified status, with expected frame rates around 30 FPS during intense moments. A highly ambitious game demo showed significant performance issues, dropping below 30 FPS at the lowest settings. A cozy post office simulator runs at 60 FPS with low battery consumption but lacks controller support. A casual puzzle game from Annapurna Interactive is expected to perform well on the Steam Deck. A co-op exploration game with Lovecraftian elements achieves 30 FPS or higher on low settings, though some areas may experience frame drops. A bus-skating game maintains a steady 60 FPS during testing, despite some battery drain fluctuations.
This week in PC games: synthpunk platforming, haunted house hoovering, and a game about growing a black hole
AppWizard
June 22, 2026

This week in PC games: synthpunk platforming, haunted house hoovering, and a game about growing a black hole

Temperatures in southern Britain are predicted to reach 38 degrees Celsius. The British population is generally unaccustomed to such extreme heat. The author, a games journalist, is focused on curating a list of new PC games instead of dealing with the heat. Notable game releases include: - Desolation Seed (early access): An immersive open-air combat prison experience. - Dark Scrolls: A roguelite platformer with whimsical characters. - Idle Chapel: An idle game involving converting cultists. - Relief: A game combining Chinese mythology with anime aesthetics. - Dimhaven: A photography puzzler set in a misty resort. - Deer & Boy: An emotive platforming experience in a frozen landscape. - Heavydelic (early access): A visually striking Slavic Synthpunk game. - Rift Wizard 3 (early access): A sandbox game focused on spell-crafting. - Empulse: A 6v6 shooter reminiscent of Titanfall 3. - S.A.N.D.Y. - Beach Cleaner: A post-apocalyptic beach game. - 7 Nights with Vroombi: A robot vacuum cleaning a haunted house. - nophenia: An exploration game featuring a wolfgirl. - Omen Exitio: Hunger: A Lovecraftian mystery set in 1927 New York. - Eyes of the ElderWood (early access): A horror and folklore adventure game. The editorial team is focused on finding ways to stay cool during the heatwave while remaining committed to uncovering new PC gaming titles.
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