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July 14, 2026

Stardew Valley was almost canceled after Eric Barone’s PC died without backups: “It feels crazy that it all worked out”

Stardew Valley, created by Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone, is a pixel-perfect village simulator that began development in 2016 and was inspired by the Harvest Moon series. The game faced challenges, including a computer crash that nearly erased years of work, but Barone salvaged the data, allowing the game to succeed. Barone is currently developing a new project called Haunted Chocolatier, which is taking longer than expected as he focuses on refining every detail. He is working with a small team to streamline the development process.

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June 25, 2026

1 year after launch, spaceship shooter Wildgate will end development after its next update

Game director Dustin Browder announced that the PvPvE game Wildgate will halt further updates due to an insufficient player base, despite ongoing occasional updates for bug fixes and events. The game will remain available for purchase on all platforms, and the Discord server will be managed by community members. There are currently no plans for layoffs at Moonshot Games. Critics noted the game's potential but highlighted inconsistencies in gameplay experience. Wildgate received a "mostly positive" user rating on Steam, but its audience declined after launch, even with updates and a free trial version. Moonshot Games hopes their next project will resonate better with gamers.

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June 22, 2026

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time PC Fan Remake Officially Stopped

CryZENx has announced the conclusion of his Unreal Engine 5 fan remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, which will no longer receive updates or new versions. All previous demos of the project remain available for download. The decision to halt development was made because an official remake of the game is underway, and CryZENx did not receive a cease-and-desist letter from Nintendo. He is exploring new project possibilities, with The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess currently leading a poll. CryZENx plans to release a final video showcasing gameplay of Chapters 2 and 3 of Ocarina of Time. Additionally, there are various free fan-made demos in Unreal Engine 5 available for exploration, including titles like Superman UE5 Demo and Halo 3: ODST Remake.

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June 10, 2026

Ico and Shadow of the Colossus creator Fumito Ueda would like to see his old games on PC someday, too

Fumito Ueda, known for his work on Ico, Shadow of the Colossus, and The Last Guardian, has released a new game on PC called Gen Atlas, in collaboration with Epic Games. This marks Ueda's first directorial project aimed at PC gamers. He previously worked as an animator at Kenji Eno's studio Warp before transitioning to Sony, where he focused on PlayStation-exclusive titles until The Last Guardian in 2016. Ueda expressed hope for more of his creations to be available on PC, despite Sony's current strategy not indicating plans to port its back catalog to that platform.

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May 31, 2026

Before Mina the Hollower, Yacht Club paused a 3D Shovel Knight game that’s ‘not far from being showable’ and a possible next project

Sean Velasco, co-founder of Yacht Club Games, discussed the pricing and significance of their upcoming title, Mina the Hollower, which is positioned as a pivotal moment for the studio. He mentioned challenges faced during its development that may influence future projects. The studio is currently focused on supporting and marketing Mina the Hollower, a top-down homage to the Zelda franchise. Velasco indicated a potential return to the Shovel Knight series, noting that a 3D version was considered but the team chose to focus on the 2D adventure. Yacht Club Games follows a one-at-a-time approach to game development and Velasco expressed optimism about their future release schedule. Early backers are eagerly anticipating Mina the Hollower, which received a 90% review score from PCG contributor Kerry Brunskill.

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May 7, 2026

Escape From Tarkov Lead Game Designer leaves Battlestate Games after nine years

Lead Game Designer Jean Tyulegenov has left Battlestate Games after nearly a decade, announcing his departure on Twitter. He joined the studio in 2017 and quickly became the lead designer, significantly contributing to the development of Escape From Tarkov. Tyulegenov expressed gratitude towards Battlestate's head, Nikita Buyanov, and reflected on his journey, including key developments in the game. The gaming community has shown appreciation for his work, with former Battlestate PR head Dmitri Ogorodnikov and PR Manager German Terekhov recently starting a new studio, Nomion Games, and working on a new shooter titled Rush is Real. There is speculation about Tyulegenov potentially joining his former colleagues in this new venture.

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May 3, 2026

After 9 years and 2 new Mortal Kombats, it looks like NetherRealm is finally making Injustice 3

Mortal Kombat 1 has seen a decline in post-launch support despite strong sales, while reports suggest that Injustice 3 may be in development by NetherRealm Studios. A Warner Bros. Games employee's resume listed Injustice 3, supporting ongoing rumors about the game's development. Voice actors for characters like Aquaman and Superman have also hinted at the possibility of Injustice 3. NetherRealm Studios has a history of releasing new titles every few years, indicating that an official announcement could be forthcoming.

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April 9, 2026

Split Fiction studio Hazelight celebrates selling 50 million games in under 10 years

Hazelight Studios specializes in co-op action adventures and has released three titles: A Way Out, It Takes Two, and Split Fiction. It Takes Two received an 80% review score, while Split Fiction achieved an 87% score. The studio announced that these three games have collectively sold over 50 million copies, with sales figures of 13 million for A Way Out, 30 million for It Takes Two, and 7 million for Split Fiction. Hazelight expressed gratitude to fans for their support and hinted at a new project in development.

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April 6, 2026

Veteran indie developer scared to reveal new game in case it gets “slurped up by AI”

Lucas Pope is a notable game developer known for creating "Papers, Please" and "The Return of the Obra Dinn." He has since worked on smaller projects, including Mars After Midnight, but has not released anything on Steam recently. During a podcast, Pope expressed concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on game development, particularly regarding idea theft and the potential for his work to be copied or imitated. He feels uneasy discussing ongoing projects due to these risks and reflects on the pressure of following up his previous successes. Despite these worries, Pope's reputation allows him to avoid some challenges faced by less-known developers, and his next project is expected to generate significant interest.

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March 19, 2026

A Blockbuster Video Simulator Takes Over PC Gaming Charts

Samuel Gauthier is an independent video game developer and co-founder of Blood Pact Studios, known for creating Retro Rewind, a video-rental-store simulator that debuted at number one on Steam's top 10 list. The game allows players to manage a movie rental shop set in the early '90s, featuring 14,000 fictitious movie titles generated through AI prompts and 21 films inspired by popular hits of the era. The development of Retro Rewind took 15 months, with Gauthier and his team working over 60 hours a week. The game is priced at .92 and aims for greater replayability and wider appeal compared to their previous game, Bonesaw, which sold around 10,000 copies. Blood Pact Studios plans to provide ongoing support for Retro Rewind across various platforms and is considering future projects, potentially focusing on multiplayer or co-op gaming. Gauthier envisions evolving the game alongside technological advancements, possibly transitioning from VHS to DVDs.