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May 16, 2026

Steampunk colony sim Steel Artery is here, and it’s “emergent chaos” aboard a giant train

Steel Artery is a train city-building simulation game set in a moving city called Steelpolis, developed by SoulAge23. It combines elements from colony simulation games and features fully autonomous citizens with their own needs and desires. Players manage the population, production chains, and resources while navigating challenges and social tensions. The game has stunning pixel artwork and offers a unique experience with each playthrough. It is available on Steam with an 89% positivity rate from initial reviews, highlighting its complexity and management challenges. The game is priced at .24 during a promotional period, with a 10% discount until May 22.

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May 4, 2026

Two More ‘Day One’ Game Pass Titles Quietly Announced For 2026

Two new titles will join Xbox Game Pass in 2026: 1. Corsair Cove (PC, TBD 2026) - A city-builder set during the Golden Age of Piracy, where players battle against pirate hunters and manage a pirate haven. The exact release date is not specified but is confirmed for later this year. 2. Mariachi Legends (Xbox Series X, S, PC, Cloud, Q4 2026) - A pixel art Metroidvania game featuring intense combat in Mexico, where players control Pablo Cruz, a detective who can transform into La Sombra to fight evil. Both games will be available on day one through Xbox Game Pass.

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April 23, 2026

Medieval sandbox sim Noble Legacy just got much more realistic, but it’s the new town pets I’m most excited about

A significant update for Noble Legacy has been released, introducing substantial changes to the medieval simulation game developed by Studio 369. The update enhances town management, allowing for larger player towns and improved villager behavior, including new factors like temperature and cleanliness. Players can recruit villagers, assign tasks, and create production chains while managing local issues and defending against bandit raids. Titled "Life, Death, and Industry," the update adds survival elements, improves villager AI with unique traits and dialogues, and emphasizes health management through warmth and hygiene. New facilities like bathhouses and apothecaries are introduced, along with a system of afflictions affecting villager performance. The population cap has increased from 50 to 70, and players can implement kingdom-wide policies through edicts. The update also features the first unique hero recruit, Hardwin the Hermit, and introduces two new scenarios along with dynamic quest generation systems. Bandit behavior has shifted to focus on resource targeting, and players can now keep town pets that assist during raids. New trading options for livestock and visual updates to buildings and armor sets have been added. A custom game mode for difficulty adjustments and a creative mode for unrestricted building are also included. The update is live and available at a discounted price until April 27.

AppWizard

April 17, 2026

I know all you pirates are busy with Windrose, but you should drop anchor and check out this new pirate-themed city builder

Corsair Cove is a pirate-themed city builder developed by Limbic Entertainment and published by Hooded Horse. Players manage production chains and a crew, building upwards on rugged cliffs to create factories for various goods. The game features over 50 types of goods, the ability to attract new pirate residents, and the transformation of shipwreck remains into a community. Players can equip warships to confront enemies and explore uncharted waters. Pigs play a significant role in the game, with whimsical scenes involving them. Corsair Cove is set to launch on Steam, Epic, the Microsoft Store, and PC Game Pass in 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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December 7, 2025

I’m bothering the gods in Roman Empire city builder Nova Roma’s new demo, and it might not be the best idea

In the video game Nova Roma, players engage with the Roman Pantheon while managing city-building elements like production chains and supply lines. The demo is available on Steam, with the full game set to launch on January 22 across Steam, GOG, and the Microsoft Store, and will be accessible to PC Game Pass subscribers from day one. Players must balance the demands of the gods with the needs of their settlement, as neglecting divine requests could result in negative consequences.

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November 1, 2025

Build and defend your little time-looping castle town in Super Fantasy Kingdom

Super Fantasy Kingdom is a roguelike city-builder that has entered early access. Players navigate time loops to expand their kingdoms while defending against nightly enemy waves. They start by choosing a hero, such as a knight or priestess, and must gather resources like stone and wood to build their kingdom. Cooking meals that enhance hero abilities is crucial for leveling up heroes and keeping pace with enemies. The game was first showcased at the December 2024 PC Gaming Show, highlighting its undead faction.

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October 22, 2025

Farthest Frontier review

Farthest Frontier is a medieval city-building survival simulator developed by Crate Entertainment, set to release on October 23, 2025, priced at £30. Players manage resources and navigate challenges such as famines, diseases, and bandit attacks while building and expanding their settlements. The game features nearly 200 buildings for construction and allows players to specialize in various industries. Players must adapt to threats like wildlife and bandit raids, requiring strategic defense planning. Farming involves crop rotation and resource management, and players can customize gameplay elements, including disabling certain threats. The game emphasizes the balance between immediate needs and long-term strategies in settlement management.

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September 21, 2025

Rise up against tyrannical cats in gorgeous new city builder with a demo you can try now

Hooded Horse has released a new indie strategy game titled Whiskerwood, developed by Minakata Dynamics, where players control a community of mice facing challenges from their feline overlords. The game involves maximizing resources, establishing production chains, and meeting the demands of the cats while considering the option to rebel. Whiskerwood features a visually striking art style and gameplay mechanics that include terraforming and vertical expansion. Players design networks for transporting goods and manage over 40 different commodities. Environmental factors like climate and terrain affect resource accessibility, and players must address the basic needs and quality of life for their mouse workforce. Whiskerwood is set to launch on November 6 across multiple platforms, with a demo currently available for download.

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August 30, 2025

Chill simulation strategy game Plan B: Terraform has hit 1.0

Plan B: Terraform has officially launched its 1.0 version after a successful early access period. Players aim to transform a barren planet into a habitat for humanity by constructing automated infrastructures that support the growth of new cities. The gameplay involves introducing greenhouse gases, melting ice caps, and nurturing ecosystems with liquid water, greenery, and wildlife. The game offers a laid-back approach, allowing players to thoughtfully build production chains without the pressure of failure. It is available on Steam.