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December 5, 2025

Critical Reflex Reveals Occult Detective Game ‘Inkblood’ at PC Gaming Show

Inkblood is a new game that blends horror and cozy puzzle-solving, published by CRITICAL REFLEX and developed by Hey Bird!. Players take on the role of the Inquisitor, solving ten distinct cases filled with escape room-style puzzles. The game features exploration of a carriage that serves as a base, non-linear narratives, and connections to a larger conspiracy. It includes unique gameplay elements such as a magnifying glass that reveals glimpses of the past. Inkblood is set to be released in 2026 and is available for wishlisting on Steam.

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December 1, 2025

The Seance of Blake Manor is a folk horror detective game, but I’ve been too busy digging through my fellow hotel guests’ drawers to solve its supernatural mystery

An investigation into the mysterious disappearance of Evelyn Deane from Blake Manor in Ireland is underway. Evelyn's absence suggests deeper secrets within the estate. Blake Manor, now a hotel, hosts a seance on All Hallow's Eve, attracting spiritualists and skeptics. The investigation involves a mystery menu to navigate clues and interactions with guests. The narrator discovers letters in the widow's chambers that hint at connections to Evelyn. As the investigation unfolds, the narrator is distracted by conversations and ultimately misses the opportunity to confront the widow. The evening culminates in a tragic incident involving the narrator's investigator, Declan Ward, who is engulfed by green flames. A demo of the mystery experience is available on Steam.

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November 30, 2025

This pirate-themed FPS just got an enormous update that lets you sail a ‘living ship’—a hybrid of wooden hull and space whale that’s called Abby and is utterly horrifying

This November, pirate-themed gaming has surged with the release of Salt 2, a survival simulation in its 1.0 version, and Captain Wayne: Vacation Desperation, an action shooter using the Doom engine. Davy x Jones, a roguelike first-person shooter, received a significant update introducing a second gameplay mode featuring a "living ship" named Abby, allowing players to engage in naval battles and recruit ghostly pirates. The update includes a boss fight against the Kraken, enhanced first-person combat with new attack options, a redesigned skill tree, a comprehensive codex, and support for advanced graphics technologies. Existing save files may become corrupted due to these changes, and the game is currently available at a 20% discount until December 9, priced at .99/£12.

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November 29, 2025

Oozing fiery, retropunk goodness, this survival game’s new trailer is so cool I’m not even mad about its delay

Into the Fire's early access launch has been delayed to 2026, previously set for 2025. Players will take on the role of a retropunk firefighter in Dante's Archipelago, managing temperature and water supplies while rescuing survivors from volcanic eruptions. The game features a sanctuary called The Hub for recuperation and tool crafting, with an arsenal that includes an axe, foam grenades, and water-dousing shotguns. A notable vehicle in the game is a propeller-driven sledge. The new trailer reveals supernatural elements such as fire jellyfish and ghostly apparitions. Closed playtests will be available to members of the game's Discord community.

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November 21, 2025

A new rival to Tarkov and Arc Raiders, PUBG Black Budget lets you try its supernatural extraction action very soon

Krafton has announced PUBG Black Budget, a spinoff from its multiplayer franchise, entering the extraction shooter genre. Alpha playtests will begin next month without a non-disclosure agreement. The game, set on the island of Coli, features a time loop and PvPvE threats, focusing on exploration and discovery rather than just survival. It includes a 2.5×2.5 km open-world environment, 30-minute matches, squads of up to three players, and a maximum of 45 real players alongside PvE adversaries. The game will have two weekends of alpha testing: December 12-14 and December 19-21, available on Steam.

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November 20, 2025

Tactics RPG ‘Demonschool’ Out Today on PC, Consoles [Trailer]

Demonschool, a tactics RPG developed by Necrosoft Games and published by Ysbryd Games, has launched on multiple platforms including PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch. Steam users can access a 10% discount until December 3. Players assume the role of Faye, a college freshman and demon-hunting heir, navigating a world facing a demonic apocalypse. The game features a cast of 15 unique characters, allowing players to form connections that enhance combat. The combat system utilizes a chess-like grid for strategic battles, with unlimited rewinds for precision. The narrative includes confrontations with ghouls and bosses, offering 13 different endings.

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November 17, 2025

Phasmophobia devs say all that live service malarkey can do one: they focus on making ‘a fun game that people want to play because it’s fun’

Phasmophobia, developed by Kinetic Games, has become a popular ghost-hunting game on PC since its early access launch, earning around 340,000 "overwhelmingly positive" reviews on Steam. The developers emphasize that they do not consider it a live service game, offering only seasonal content without microtransactions or DLCs. They prioritize a healthy work environment and the freedom to release content when it is ready, focusing on player enjoyment rather than constant updates. The game aims to evoke nostalgia for childhood gaming experiences, encouraging players to engage for fun rather than feeling pressured by progression.

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November 10, 2025

The dispatching minigame in Dispatch is good enough to be a standalone game

The Superhero Dispatch Network receives a variety of calls, ranging from mundane issues like cats in trees to intense situations such as hostage negotiations and supernatural activity. The game "Dispatch," created by former Telltale employees, features interactive storytelling with choices that affect the narrative, including character selection and team management. Each character has unique stats based on their backgrounds as reformed villains, and players must analyze job descriptions to choose heroes with the right attributes for missions. The game includes a percentage chance of success for missions and incorporates a choose-your-own-adventure style for certain scenarios. The narrative unfolds over six episodes, with two remaining, and the player manages the dispatch office while engaging with the story arcs.

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November 5, 2025

The Séance of Blake Manor review

The Seance of Blake Manor is a mystery game set to release on October 27, 2025, priced at £17. Developed by Spooky Doorway and published by Raw Fury, the game involves investigating the disappearance of Evelyn Deane within Blake Manor, where players interact with over 20 characters, each with unique backstories. Gameplay includes listening at doors, using stolen keys, and piecing together clues from various sources. The narrative features themes of blackmail, revenge, and addiction, with a user-friendly interface that aids in investigation. The art direction employs flat colors and bold outlines, creating an unsettling atmosphere enhanced by supernatural elements. The game offers an 18-hour experience with multiple endings, encouraging replayability and exploration.

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November 2, 2025

Iconic Lovecraftian Board Game Eldritch Horror Is Coming to PC

Eldritch Horror, a Lovecraftian tabletop horror game, will debut digitally on PC in 2026, available on Steam in the first quarter of the year. The game is being developed by Cornerstone Software, its first project. It will feature eight fully voiced characters, four Ancient Ones, numerous monsters, and hundreds of encounters based on the original game's lore. The digital version will include an original soundtrack and new artwork, while streamlining gameplay to reduce bookkeeping. The price is set at .99 or equivalent in local currency.