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January 27, 2026

This week in PC games: is Highguard a nothingburger? Plus, Winnie the Cthulhooh, Code Vein 2 and a plant-based RTS

- John Highguard: A sci-fantasy raid shooter developed by former creators of Apex Legends and Titanfall. - Winnie’s Hole: An early access title that transforms Winnie the Pooh into a cosmic horror roguelite. - Echoes Of Elysium: An early access game featuring six-player co-op in a procedural clockwork world. - Earth Must Die: A point-and-click sci-fi comedy from the creators of The Swindle and Lair of the Clockwork God. - The Spirit Lift: A roguelite deckbuilder set in a haunted hotel. - Roots Devour: A game where players control a malevolent tree deciding the fate of humans. - DON’T LET THEM IN: A horror game where players are supermarket clerks dealing with cautious customers. - Lanesplit: A first-person biking simulator with a cinematic style. - Ghost Keeper: An early access title where players manage a house full of ghosts. - Nova Antarctica: A post-apocalyptic game set in Antarctica focused on mysterious signals. - The Midnight Walkers: An early access extraction shooter set in a megamall with a poison gas mechanic. - Calyx: An RTS game featuring a military force against plant life. - Feastopia: A city-builder roguelite where players feed an infant god to avoid becoming part of the menu. - Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator: A sequel that escalates the absurdity of its predecessor. - Cairn: A climbing adventure game with narrative depth. - I Hate This Place: A survival crafting horror game inspired by comic books. - Don’t Stop, Girlypop: An arena shooter with Y2K aesthetics. - Code Vein 2: The latest entry in the anime Soulslike genre featuring time travel mechanics. - Half Sword: An early access physics-based medieval combat game. - Front Mission 3: A remake of the classic turn-based mech game.

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January 18, 2026

Sci-fi survival game Once Human’s got a new set of dangerous creatures, and one will haunt my nightmares for weeks

Once Human is a free-to-play sci-fi survival game that has introduced a new update featuring three new adversaries: the Devourer, the Hoarder, and the Sonivore. The Devourer is a 45-meter-long creature that resembles a subway train and consumes Stardust-enriched ores. It can be interacted with by feeding it minerals, but if players fail to satisfy it, it may burrow underground with valuable materials. The Hoarder is a creature that resembles a shopping cart on legs, collecting items and leading players to its nest, which can be raided at a risk. The Sonivore is a gel-like entity that targets sound and high-value supplies, requiring players to use distractions to escape. The update also includes two new weapons, the EBR-14 rifle and the TEC-9, along with a new gear set and the Deviant Sprout upgrade path. The update is set to launch on January 21.

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January 3, 2026

GeForce NOW Kicks Off 2026 with 14 New Games Added Throughout January

NVIDIA has released its first GeForce NOW Thursday update of the year, adding new PC games to the platform. New entries include the indie game My Winter Car and four previously released titles that are now available for streaming regardless of where they were purchased. Notable titles include Banishers: Ghost of New Eden, The Casting of Frank Stone, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Upcoming releases for January include StarRupture (Jan. 6), Pathologic 3 (Jan. 9), Quarantine Zone: The Last Check (Jan. 12), MIO: Memories in Orbit (Jan. 20), Nova Roma (Jan. 22), along with Guild Wars: Reforged, Mon Bazou, Supermarket Simulator, and Tavern Keeper. Some anticipated titles such as 2XKO, Arknights: Endfield, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, Code Vein II, and Front Mission 3 Remake are not included in this update but may be added later.

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October 30, 2025

Heathrow, NatWest and Minecraft sites down in Microsoft global outage

Websites for Heathrow, NatWest, and Minecraft resumed operations late Wednesday after a global outage linked to Microsoft. The disruption affected numerous websites for several hours, with thousands of users reporting issues. Microsoft acknowledged delays for Microsoft 365 users, particularly with Outlook. By 21:00 GMT, many affected websites were back online after Microsoft rectified a previous update. The Azure cloud computing platform reported a "degradation of some services" starting at 16:00 GMT due to "DNS issues." Other impacted sites included Asda, M&S, and O2 in the UK, as well as Starbucks and Kroger in the US. Despite the outage, NatWest maintained its mobile banking, web chat, and telephone customer services. The Scottish Parliament faced disruptions due to technical issues with its online voting system. Microsoft attributed the outage to "an inadvertent configuration change." Azure accounts for approximately 20% of the global cloud market, and recent outages have highlighted vulnerabilities in modern internet infrastructure.

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October 17, 2025

So, uh, why are there suddenly at least 4 sinister convenience store simulators on Steam at once?

In 2024, the gaming landscape has seen the rise of retail simulation games, with titles like Supermarket Simulator, Supermarket Together, and TCG Card Shop Simulator gaining popularity. There are at least four upcoming games focused on managing convenience stores while facing intergalactic, supernatural, and undead threats. Roadside Research involves players as aliens using a gas station for covert research. Hellmart features a convenience store operator defending against grotesque creatures. The Walking Trade is set in a zombie apocalypse where players stock supplies for survivors. Shift At Midnight requires players to identify doppelgangers among customers to avoid danger. Other titles include Service with a Shotgun, which combines customer service with wave defense, and [Herror] Gas Station Case, part of a horror anthology. Exit: Gas Station offers an anomaly detection game under the supervision of a towering overseer. The emergence of these chaotic retail experiences raises questions about societal anxieties and the evolution of game design within the retail simulation genre.

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October 16, 2025

My favorite survival game remains underrated, and now you can grab this 2025 hit at its cheapest price ever

The Alters is a survival game released in 2025 that prompts players to reflect on self-identity while engaging in resource management and guiding survivors. Players assume the role of Jan Dolski, the sole survivor of a damaged mining ship, who can create clones with unique memories and skills to enhance survival. The game features strategic gameplay elements and an unfolding narrative as players research new technologies. Currently, The Alters is priced at .51 / £18.14, reflecting a 39% discount, making it a recommended purchase.

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October 9, 2025

If you loved Baldur’s Gate 3, the DnD games that started it all are now on Game Pass

Baldur's Gate 1 and 2 are now available on Game Pass, enhancing accessibility for new gamers. Microsoft recently increased Game Pass subscription prices, which now limits day-one new releases to the premium tier at .99 / £22.99 per month. The price hike has led some players to reconsider their subscriptions, with fees rising by up to / £8. October's offerings include the Baldur's Gate games, Supermarket Simulator, and upcoming titles like The Casting of Frank Stone and Ninja Gaiden 4. The games are available for Premium and Ultimate subscribers as of October 9.

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October 9, 2025

The Viral PC Hit is on XBOX as Supermarket Simulator Stocks Up With a Day One Game Pass Launch

Supermarket Simulator has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC as a Day One Game Pass title, available for £16.74 for non-subscribers. Developed by Nokta Games and published by NAISU, the game has received a "Very Positive" rating on Steam since its release in June. Players take on the role of a supermarket manager, designing their store, curating product selections, and managing various retail challenges. The game features hands-on gameplay, allowing players to order stock, unpack items, and organize products. Players must make strategic decisions regarding purchases and pricing to maximize profits while managing online orders and maintaining store security. Supermarket Simulator is an Xbox Play Anywhere title, enabling cross-platform access on Xbox and Windows PC with cloud synchronization.

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August 5, 2025

Asda making ‘big improvements’ to website and app

Asda is implementing four major updates to its online shopping platforms, including a new delivery tracking map and a revised payment policy that charges customers only for the items received. Additional improvements will feature faster search results and the removal of sponsored products from the "Your Favourites" section. Despite the anticipated enhancements, Asda has warned customers of potential "teething issues" during the transition. In 2025, Asda also discontinued its Blue Light Card Benefits, announced plans to modernize and expand the menus at 180 cafés with a £10 million investment, and is considering major staffing adjustments, including merging key leadership roles.

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June 20, 2025

Russia prepares to get rid of WhatsApp and possibly Telegram

On June 10, the Russian Parliament passed legislation to establish a new messenger application called Max, developed by VK, aimed at integrating state services. Minister of Digital Development Maksut Shadayev announced that VK has created a "fully Russian messenger" that matches or exceeds foreign counterparts. The app will enable users to utilize electronic signatures for document signing, verify identity, age, and eligibility for benefits, and will be required for educational services and communication in schools. It may shift user behavior away from popular Western apps like WhatsApp and Telegram. The app is compared to China's WeChat, offering messaging, social networking, search, and payment systems. Concerns exist that it may mirror WeChat's issues with censorship and surveillance, especially given VK's past collaborations with Russian authorities.