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Tragic android puzzle game Save My Scrap launches this month
BetaBeacon
April 18, 2026

Tragic android puzzle game Save My Scrap launches this month

Save My Scrap is a visual novel / puzzle game set to be released on Windows PC via Steam on April 22nd, followed by releases for the Switch and PS5 on April 30th, and Xbox Series X|S on May 28th. Players will take on the role of a mechanic for androids who receives a request from a doctor named Miomaru and his aging android, Harima. The game involves engaging in mini-games to fix Harima's parts, interacting with the characters to uncover their story, and gaining insights into the game's world and culture through radio channels. Additional features on Steam include new conversations and endings, unlockable gallery mode, and additional controller support.
Top-rated Steam PC Games Released Last Week (6th–12th of April)
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Top-rated Steam PC Games Released Last Week (6th–12th of April)

KuloNiku: Bowl Up! — 97% positive reviews of 474 ratings, Developer: Gambir Studio, Publisher: Raw Fury, Genre: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. Sol Cesto — 93% positive reviews of 2461 ratings, Developer: Tambouille, Géraud Zucchini, Chariospirale, Publisher: Goblinz Publishing, Genre: Indie, Strategy, Release Date: 10 Apr, 2026. Nautical Survival — 99% positive reviews of 162 ratings, Developer: Idan Rooze, Publisher: Idan Rooze, Genre: Action, Adventure, Casual, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Wannabe Galgame God!!! — 98% positive reviews of 235 ratings, Developer: Noctella Observatory, Publisher: Noctella Observatory, Genre: Free To Play, Release Date: 10 Apr, 2026. Idols of Ash — 98% positive reviews of 259 ratings, Developer: Leafy Games, Publisher: Leafy Games, Genre: Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Draw Steel — 6 reviews, Developer: Verisim, MCDM, Publisher: MCDM, Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Elton Manor: Requiem of the Cursed Roses — 98% positive reviews of 65 ratings, Developer: 阿魯, Publisher: Playmeow, Genre: Casual, RPG, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. Origament: A Paper Adventure — 97% positive reviews of 44 ratings, Developer: Space Sauce Studio, Publisher: Beverlor, Genre: Action, Adventure, Casual, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. WRATH: Aeon of Ruin VR - Brutal Edition — 91% positive reviews of 34 ratings, Developer: Team Beef, Flat2VR Studios, Publisher: Flat2VR Studios, Genre: Action, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Arcadia Fallen II — 100% positive reviews of 32 ratings, Developer: Galdra Studios, Publisher: Galdra Studios, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. GGST Additional Character 18 - Jam Kuradoberi — 94% positive reviews of 76 ratings, Developer: Arc System Works, Publisher: Arc System Works, Genre: Action, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Barking from the Dark — 100% positive reviews of 27 ratings, Developer: shoftArt, Publisher: shoftArt, Genre: Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Fortune Seller — 97% positive reviews of 40 ratings, Developer: Kiwick, Publisher: Kiwick, Genre: Casual, Indie, Strategy, Release Date: 6 Apr, 2026. Find Your Words — 96% positive reviews of 56 ratings, Developer: Capybara Games, Publisher: Capybara Games, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Spinny Dungeon — 97% positive reviews of 44 ratings, Developer: Typing Monkey, Publisher: Typing Monkey, Genre: Indie, RPG, Strategy, Release Date: 6 Apr, 2026. Pluralys — 96% positive reviews of 28 ratings, Developer: Ivalys Studios, Publisher: Ivalys Studios, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. MINOS — 90% positive reviews of 152 ratings, Developer: Artificer, Publisher: Devolver Digital, Genre: Action, Adventure, Simulation, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Subversive Memories — 96% positive reviews of 33 ratings, Developer: Southward Studio, Publisher: Southward Studio, Genre: Action, Adventure, Indie, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Nippets: A Hidden Object Game — 91% positive reviews of 59 ratings, Developer: Blink Industries, Publisher: Blink Industries, Genre: Casual, Indie, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. [Redacted] The Safehouse — 100% positive reviews of 21 ratings, Developer: Heartbeast, Publisher: Heartbeast, Genre: Indie, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026.
PC Users Can Claim Over $25 Of Free Games, No Subscription Required
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

PC Users Can Claim Over $25 Of Free Games, No Subscription Required

PC gamers can access complimentary titles from the Epic Games Store every Thursday, with no fees or subscriptions required. This week's offerings include "Clone Drone in the Danger Zone," a beat 'em up game released in 2021, typically priced at .99, and "TOMAK: Save the Earth Regeneration," celebrating its 25th anniversary, usually priced at .99. "Clone Drone in the Danger Zone" features various modes, including Story Mode, Endless Mode, and multiplayer options, and has a 96% Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam. "TOMAK" involves nurturing a goddess to prevent Earth's destruction. The next batch of free games will be available on Thursday, April 9, at 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. BST.
Cult raising simulation game TOMAK: Save the Earth Regeneration now available for PC
AppWizard
April 2, 2026

Cult raising simulation game TOMAK: Save the Earth Regeneration now available for PC

Publisher Netmarble, in collaboration with developer Netmarble Monster, has released TOMAK: Save the Earth Regeneration, a remastered edition of the original visual novel TOMAK: Save the Earth, to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The game is available for PC users through the Epic Games Store and can be claimed for free until April 16; after that, it will be priced at .99. It supports multiple languages, including English, Japanese, and Korean. The storyline involves Evian, the Goddess of Love, who, after losing her body, exists as a head in a flowerpot and requires nurturing over three years to regain her form and save humanity. The game features high-detail illustrations, a lyrical soundtrack, life-sim mechanics, and choices that significantly impact the narrative outcome.
There are two different Jesus sims launching within a week of each other
AppWizard
March 26, 2026

There are two different Jesus sims launching within a week of each other

Two Jesus-themed simulators are being launched in close succession: Jesus Simulator debuted today, and I Am Jesus Christ will be released on April 2, ahead of Easter. Jesus Simulator features gameplay mechanics like "Holy Spirit Mode" and shrinking abilities, while I Am Jesus Christ is an interactive fiction experience that explores biblical narratives through various perspectives. Both games utilize AI-generated content, with Jesus Simulator using AI for images and I Am Jesus Christ for voice acting. Additionally, a third game, Jesus Take The Wheel, launched two days prior as a co-op racing game with a more lighthearted approach.
Cozy barista simulator Coffee Talk released on iOS and Android
BetaBeacon
March 22, 2026

Cozy barista simulator Coffee Talk released on iOS and Android

Publisher Chorus Worldwide and studio Toge Productions have released Coffee Talk: Episode 1 for mobile devices, combining visual novel and cafe management elements. Players can shape conversations and influence the story by choosing drinks for customers in an alternate Seattle where humans coexist with fantastical beings. The mobile version includes touch controls and the original PC content, available for free with in-app purchases for the full version. Toge Productions is also preparing to launch Coffee Talk Tokyo on May 21 for various gaming platforms.
This week in PC games: Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2 plus frogs, cubes and one amazingly menacing chicken
AppWizard
March 16, 2026

This week in PC games: Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2 plus frogs, cubes and one amazingly menacing chicken

The Maw consumed the narrator but they have returned to the waking world. The narrator successfully escaped through one of the Maw's mouths. New PC games highlighted include: - Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime: A strategy game with grid-based battles alongside frogs. - Deadline Delivery: A fast-paced adventure involving errant apes and exploding mail trucks. - Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War: Players embody bugs to understand and combat foes. - The Ratline: A game about tracking Nazi fugitives in the 1970s. - Everwind: An early access first-person survival RPG set in a world of floating islands. - Opus Magnum DLC: A new addition to an engineering sim with fresh content. - Crawling Angels: A game where players navigate a carnival to satisfy a character's whims. - The Cube, Save Us: An early access melee extraction game focused on loot in a sky cube. - In Their Shoes: A slice-of-life game reimagining visual novel mechanics. - Death Stranding 2: On The Beach: Now available on PC. - Crimson Desert: An action-RPG from the creators of Black Desert Online. - Briar Flame: A 2D dark fantasy action-platformer. The team is currently engaged with Crimson Desert and reflecting on classic games, while also dealing with cooking and food-related thoughts.
Highly Rated PC Vampire Game Now Available on PS5 & Nintendo Switch (& Xbox Is Coming Soon)
AppWizard
February 21, 2026

Highly Rated PC Vampire Game Now Available on PS5 & Nintendo Switch (& Xbox Is Coming Soon)

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines and V Rising are notable vampire-themed video games, while Vampire Therapist has gained attention for its narrative-driven adventure and therapeutic themes. Launched on PC via Steam in July 2024, it has received an Overwhelmingly Positive rating and various awards. The game features a gunslinger turned therapist helping vampires with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and includes voice actors from titles like Hades and Baldur’s Gate 3. As of February 17th, Vampire Therapist is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch for .99 USD, with a 15% launch discount until March 3rd. An Xbox version is set to release on March 5th. The game is not yet supported on the Switch 2 due to progression issues.
PC Users Can Claim 2 Free Games, Save Over $30
AppWizard
February 20, 2026

PC Users Can Claim 2 Free Games, Save Over $30

The Epic Games Store is offering two free games until February 26. The first is "Return to Ash," an indie visual novel developed by Serenity Forge, typically priced at .99, which allows players to guide Ashleigh through her afterlife with choices affecting her story. The second game is "STALCRAFT: X Starter Edition," a sci-fi MMO developed by EXBO, usually costing .99, set in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, featuring various gear to enhance gameplay. Both games can be downloaded for free until 8 AM PST / 4 PM GMT on February 26.
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