Warframe has released a fully featured mobile version with ten years' worth of content and over 50 customizable Warframes, allowing for cross-platform progression.
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.
Project Zomboid's build 42 was released in an 'unstable' form in December 2024 and has not yet transitioned to a 'stable' state, despite the addition of multiplayer support in late 2025. Concerns have arisen within the community regarding the team's communication during this prolonged development. Christian 'Serellan' Allen became the new design director in late 2025 and aims to address these issues. He acknowledges the complexity of the game and the need for dedicated design leadership. The team is currently focused on bug fixes, balancing, and polishing build 42, with no specific release date for the stable version. Enhancements made under Allen's direction include a revamped right-click menu and planned balance adjustments for game modes. He emphasizes the importance of community feedback and intends to improve communication about the game's direction.
GoldenLand is a PC game set in a fantasy world inspired by Russian folklore, featuring characters like Belobog and Drah-Shu, and a protagonist named Gromoboy, a bogatyr from Russian legend. The game draws inspiration from classics such as Baldur's Gate and Fallout, allowing character creation with familiar classes and a strategic combat system based on action points. Players experience a leveling system with perks, though the game has some rough mechanics and animations. Despite budget limitations, the developers infused the game with passion and authenticity, highlighting the potential for more culturally diverse CRPGs in the gaming landscape.
Begraved is a co-op game developed by Grip Jaw, featuring a blend of cozy gameplay and horror elements. Players embark on missions in dungeons, collecting treasures to sell to a character called the Taxman. The game allows for customization of a hideout, which serves as a central hub for missions and social interaction. Players can revive allies at designated points and float as ghosts to assist teammates. The game includes a selfie camera for fun interactions. The demo is currently available and may contain bugs, as it is an early version.
Begraved is a co-op game developed by Grip Jaw, a team of former Valheim members, blending cozy and horror elements in a genre they call 'friendslop.' Players explore dungeons, collect treasures, and interact with a customizable hideout that serves as a social hub. The game features a narrative framework encouraging player progression and ownership, with mechanics allowing for team revivals and ghost assistance. The demo includes a selfie camera for capturing moments, emphasizing fun and lighthearted gameplay. The demo is available for download after Steam Next Fest, although it is an early version that may contain bugs.
Minecraft Realms is designed for minimal friction, serving as a "no admin" solution for gaming groups. Each Realm accommodates three persistent world slots, allowing friends to access the active world anytime, even when the owner is offline. Realms feature automatic backups to restore worlds and simplify undoing changes. They are ideal for groups that prefer convenience and a vanilla experience. In contrast, hosting provides greater control, enabling the use of plugins, modpacks, and performance tuning. Key considerations before choosing a server include server region, SSD storage, backup processes, upgrade options, and support quality. A checklist can help prevent troubleshooting issues later. Establishing a Minecraft Realms list can streamline decision-making for groups with varying preferences.
- Ball x Pit is now available on mobile as a standalone download optimized for touch controls.
- The mobile version maintains the core gameplay elements of fast reflex-based gameplay, arena-style survival mechanics, and incremental progression.
- The mobile version includes UI adjustments and minor balance changes for touch responsiveness.
- The design of Ball x Pit aligns well with mobile platforms due to its quick gameplay cycles and reflex-driven mechanics.
- Expanding to mobile could lead to potential adjustments in content roadmap, such as seasonal events or mobile-exclusive cosmetics.
- The mobile version offers a practical way for players to enjoy arcade survival loops in shorter sessions.
Ball x Pit, a roguelite game, is coming to mobile devices on March 12 with a free trial and in-app purchase to unlock the full game. The game involves finding synergies between characters, abilities, and balls to defeat enemies. Players collect blueprints and resources to reconstruct a town, unlocking new characters and abilities. The game is available on multiple platforms and has touch controls for mobile devices.
Minecraft has revealed a new survival-mode strategy that enhances resource gathering, mob management, and the early-game experience. This strategy involves a combination of existing game mechanics, allowing players to improve efficiency in resource farming while reducing damage taken. It conserves tools and enables faster acquisition of essential materials without cheats or mods. The trick has gained popularity within the community, leading to tutorials and discussions about its potential impact on gameplay, including faster early-game progression, reduced risk during mob encounters, improved tool durability, and adjustments in multiplayer server strategies. It is not considered a glitch, works on all platforms, and there are no indications that it will be removed in future updates.
