Nintendo has released a brand new game exclusively on mobile called Pictonico, which uses the contents of the player's phone's photo album as the basis for its microgames.
Amazon Prime subscribers can claim 18 PC games for free through Amazon Luna in June. The available games include:
- Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition
- Mega Man 11
- ULTRAKILL
- Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered
- Mafia III: Definitive Edition
- XCOM: Chimera Squad
Upcoming games include:
- Tested on Humans: Escape Room (11 June)
- Sin Slayers: Reign of the 8th (11 June)
- G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra (11 June)
- Paradise Killer (11 June)
- Between Time: Escape Room (18 June)
- Sugardew Island (18 June)
- Wargame Construction Set III: Age of Rifles 1846-1905 (18 June)
- Space Grunts 2 (18 June)
- Space Grunts: Chrono Shard (25 June)
- Please Touch The Artwork (25 June)
- Terraforming Mars (25 June)
- Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch (25 June)
These titles are available as PC codes redeemable on platforms like GOG, the Epic Games Store, or the Amazon Games App.
Publishers The Arcade Crew and Imperfect Games, along with developer Regal Pigeon, have announced a dynamic tile-matching roguelite action game called Chivalware. The game features real-time, grid-based combat mechanics and will be available on PC through Steam, with a demo currently accessible. Players take on the role of a Disk Knight, tasked with defeating a mad King while navigating a grid battlefield and utilizing weapon disks. The gameplay involves matching tiles to charge weapons, evading enemy attacks, and strategically planning counterattacks. Players can choose from four distinct Disk Knights, unlock over 80 weapons and 150 upgrades, and face various bosses. An announcement trailer and screenshots are available for viewing.
GCL Global Holdings Ltd has launched its new game "Realm of Ink," developed with Leap Studio, available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a narrative about a swordswoman named Red, who must confront her fate while pursuing the Fox Demon in a world made of ink. Players experience cycles of death and rebirth, returning to the Inn for upgrades and new combat forms. The game includes various strategies with elemental Ink Gems and relic combinations. A new trailer has been released to celebrate the launch, showcasing gameplay and cinematics. Additionally, a crossover with 91Act introduces Oread, a playable character from "BlazBlue Entropy Effect," equipped with a new Ink Gem and unique perks. Key features include endless cycles and rebirth, fluid combat with nine distinct forms, evolving Ink Pets, and exploration of realms inspired by Chinese folklore.
Mortal Sin is an indie roguelite game that combines elements from titles like Dark Messiah, Warhammer: Vermintide, Roboquest, and Hades. It features a visceral landscape filled with gore and a variety of melee weapons, encouraging aggressive gameplay. Players can execute limb-severing combos and must manage weapon durability to survive. The game is currently available for .50 as part of the Prestige Collection XL Bundle from Fanatical, requiring the purchase of two games totaling .99.
The Reclaimers in Deep Rock Galactic represent the highest level of expertise, focusing on skills beyond basic mining tasks. Despite their elite status, they engage in mining activities while battling monsters in the spin-off Rogue Core. The game emphasizes exploration and teamwork over simple enemy elimination, with each dwarf class offering unique utilities. Deep Rock Galactic has established itself as a co-op FPS that prioritizes strategic gameplay, contrasting with Rogue Core, which is seen as repetitive and lacking the dynamic excitement of other roguelikes. The gameplay in Deep Rock Galactic centers on succinct missions and defined roles, with survival being more important than destruction. Rogue Core, in its early access, does not match the clarity and purpose of its predecessor.
Xbox is adding new titles to Game Pass in May 2026, including:
- Forza Horizon 6 (available May 19)
- Dead Static Drive (available May 20)
- My Friend Peppa Pig (available May 20)
- Pigeon Simulator (available May 20)
- Remnant II (available May 20)
- Winter Burrow (available May 20)
- Luna Abyss (available May 21)
- Escape Simulator (available May 26)
- Echo Generation 2 (available May 27)
- The Outer Worlds: Spacer’s Choice Edition (available May 27)
- Crashout Crew (available May 28)
- Kabuto Park (available May 28)
- Final Fantasy VI (available June 2)
- Jurassic World Evolution 3 (available June 2)
Remnant II is noted for its acclaim since its launch in 2023, and Kabuto Park has received positive reviews.
Developers are rapidly creating quick-hit games inspired by various mechanics, with 257 new roguelites released on Steam in the past month. One notable title is Pin-Crawl, which introduces a roguelite twist to pinball gameplay, featuring upgrades that create chaotic effects and unique spells for strategic advantages. Although its visuals may not match those of established titles, it offers innovative gameplay mechanics, including stats, bosses, and meta progression. Pin-Crawl aims to deliver quick, engaging sessions, appealing to players' nostalgia for pinball while blending it with roguelite elements.
Fanatical has launched the Build-Your-Own Indie Showcase Bundle for Steam Deck owners, allowing customers to select from a variety of Verified and Playable titles. The pricing structure is as follows: three to four games cost .50 each, five to six games cost .40 each, and seven or more games cost .25 each. Selecting all 21 compatible games in the bundle totals .75, an 83% discount from the original price of .71. The bundle includes titles such as Flick Shot Rogues, Caves of Lore, and TownsFolk, with some marked as Verified and others as Playable. Valve's verification system indicates how well games perform on the Steam Deck, with Verified titles expected to run seamlessly and Playable titles requiring minor adjustments. Additionally, Fanatical offers a Crazy Co-Op bundle with 13 Steam Deck-friendly games.
Edwin, the news editor, has chosen to spend his morning away from work, avoiding the usual adventure involving the Maw. Upcoming PC game releases include:
- Outbound: A crafting-centric van life simulator.
- Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes: A roguelite strategy game.
- Greenhearth Necromancer: A semi-idle sim combining urban farming and magic.
- Don't Panic! It is Just Turbulence: A co-op experience navigating a cockpit.
Notable horror and adventure titles set to release are:
- Directive 8020: A horror game set in a sci-fi space colony.
- Call of the Elder Gods: A Lovecraftian-themed sequel to Call of the Sea.
- Elfie: A Sand Plan: A creative game about building sandcastles.
Significant developments in gaming include:
- Subnautica 2: Launching in early access after legal challenges.
- Hotel Architect: Officially launching after a successful early access period.
- RoadOut: A pixel art action-RPG combining shooting mechanics with driving.
- American Truck Simulator – Illinois: An expansion completing Route 66.
- The Caribou Trail: A narrative-driven game about World War I soldiers.
Julian is looking forward to transitioning away from Trello, the guides team is focused on Subnautica 2, and Mark is engaged with a racing title under embargo.
