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Demonsoft Games presents Eternity's Echo: Patient Zero, a psychological horror game set in a Winona, Arizona gas station.

Play as D.I.B Agent Rayne Williams, investigating paranormal anomalies along Route 66.

Navigate eerie environments with UV light and breath-holding mechanics, solving puzzles in a story-rich, first-person adventure.

A demo is available on Steam, with the full release planned for 2026. 7/21/2025

Deploy Starship announced Starship Warbeasts, a free-to-play sci-fi card battler launching in 2026.

Inspired by Hearthstone and Magic: The Gathering, it features JRPG-style combat with leveling and special skills.

Players build teams of five Warbeast cards, offering over 75 million combinations, enhanced by spells and items.

A demo and playtests are planned before the PC, iOS, and Android release. 7/21/2025

Slice Bar Games announced a remake of Astra Protocol, a cassette futurism survival game.

Players pilot a spacecraft with limited resources, navigating hostile space and asteroids.

Using text commands and a 1980s interface, manage fuel, shields, and weapons to survive.

The remake, a work-in-progress, enhances the original with new challenges and retro aesthetics. 7/21/2025

KRAFTON and EF Games launched a demo for Rivals Hover League on Steam, available from July 25th to July 27th.

Players can engage in 4v4 vehicular combat in futuristic arenas with three competitive multiplayer modes.

The demo features agile hover vehicles with unique abilities, blending strategic combat and high-speed racing.

Community feedback will shape the game’s future development. 7/21/2025

Top 10 best selling video games in the UK.

1 - Donkey Kong Bananza
2 - Mario Kart World
3 - Hogwarts Legacy
4 - EA Sports FC 25
5 - Robocop: Rougue City
6 - Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4
7 - Minecraft
8 - Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
9 - COD: Black Ops 6
10 - Assassin's Creed Shadows 7/21/2025

IMCGames announced a 30% cash promotion for Tree of Savior on the Zachariel server, running from July 16th to July 22nd.

Players purchasing TP during this period receive a 30% bonus, enhancing their gameplay experience.

The promotion coincides with login rewards, including Enhance Aids and entry vouchers, distributed daily via mailboxes.

The Zachariel server, merging NA, EU, and SA regions, fosters a vibrant, unified community. 7/21/2025

iDor Interactive invites players to experience Rollercoaster Racer, a thrilling simulation game.

Rollercoaster Racer is the ideal game for the thrill-seeking gamer: experience all the excitement and thrills of a thundering rollercoaster as you prepare to race some of the craziest tracks to grace your screens in glorious fast-paced 3D.

It’s all or nothing, and only the best player will be victorious.

Available on iOS and MacOS, it offers fast-paced fun and thrills. 7/21/2025

Ubisoft’s CEO responded to the Stop Killing Games petition, which addresses concerns about games becoming unplayable due to end-of-life support decisions.

The company acknowledged the issue, stating it is working on improving its approach to game preservation and player access.

However, the CEO noted that "nothing is eternal," sparking mixed reactions among fans.

The petition has fueled discussions about the sustainability of digital games and the responsibility of publishers to maintain access post-launch. 7/21/2025

Aftabi Games released the first major update for Vending Dokan!: Kozy Kiosk, enhancing the cozy idle sim.

New features include a Mechanic role for staff, improved morale and routines, and office expansions.

Players can customize machines and decorate locations with awnings, plants, and seating.

Four new songs enrich the ambiance, and French language support is added. 7/21/2025

Second Dinner Studios announced the MARVEL SNAP Golden Gauntlet World Championship Series, a community-driven tournament starting August 9th.

It features three regional Open Qualifiers, culminating in a global Worlds event in November, open to all players with no rank or collection requirements.

Tournaments will be livestreamed on Twitch and YouTube, celebrating creativity and competition.

Organized by GAME ON EVENTS, it aims to unite the SNAP community. 7/21/2025

Action RPG Tougen Anki: Crimson Inferno by Com2uS debuts at Tokyo Game Show 2025.

Based on the manga and anime, it features Shiki Ichinose in a dark fantasy world of Oni and Momotaro conflicts.

The cross-platform title for PC and mobile offers immersive 3D visuals, tactical combat, and a rich narrative.

A new website and YouTube channel showcase gameplay and updates for the 2025 release. 7/20/2025

Narrative band-management RPG Rockbeasts by Lichthund revealed gameplay featuring Iggy Pop as Iggy Pup.

Set in the 1990s, players guide a struggling rock band from dive bars to fame, balancing art and commercialism.

Choices shape band relationships and story outcomes across 90 locations and 100 characters.

With 17 original tracks and voice actors from Baldur’s Gate 3, the game launches on Steam in 2026. 7/20/2025

Cozy conversation game Fireside Feelings by Team Empreintes released The Lost Messages update on Steam.

Players share anonymous thoughts around a virtual campfire, exploring unsaid words and unfinished conversations.

The update, inspired by 2,000+ player responses in six languages, adds new topics like anger and heartfelt submissions, with a soothing soundtrack.

With no direct replies or AI, the moderated experience fosters empathy and safety, earning a 97% positive Steam rating. 7/20/2025

Open-world action RPG Genshin Impact by HoYoverse announces the Teyvat Expo in Paris, September 13-21.

Held at Les Halles, it features concept art of six Archons and the new Nod-Krai region from version 6.0.

Visitors can explore recreations of Teyvat’s regions, play a demo, and enjoy photo booths and mini-games.

Exclusive merchandise and a free commemorative ticket set are offered, with tickets priced from €16.00 - €20.00. 7/20/2025

3D action RPG Bleach: Brave Souls by KLab celebrates its 10th anniversary with the Zenith Summons: Fleeting Dawn.

Featuring Ichigo and Rukia in new forms, the event runs until July 31st with a 6% draw rate for ★5 characters.

Players can enjoy free daily x10 Summons and a new Tite Kubo illustration.

The anniversary includes offline events in Japan and a Bankai Live stream on July 20th. 7/20/2025

Tactical top-down shooter Phantom Squad by Ctrl Freak launched on Steam for PC.

Players lead a 1-4 player squad through 11 missions, using the A.C.E. system to plan routes and mark enemies.

With over 20 gadgets like heartbeat sensors, the game emphasizes co-op teamwork and precision combat. Dynamic maps and friendly fire add intensity.

Phantom Squad launched on Steam including a -30% launch discount until August 1st. 7/20/2025

Tactical PvP autobattler Wretch: Divine Ascent by Ogopogo launches on Steam in October 2025.

Set in a dark medieval world, players manage backpacks, combining items for powerful attack combos.

Featuring five unique classes like Knight and Assassin, it offers asynchronous 1v1 duels with roguelike mechanics.

A demo, showcased at BitSummit 2025, is available now, with a 10-Win Honor leaderboard for strategic battles. 7/20/2025

Strategic hero RPG Etheria: Restart by XD Games hosts its first global esports event in Shanghai.

The Etheria World Summit (EWS) features eight top players competing for a $15,000 grand prize from a $30,000 pool.

With no pay-to-win mechanics, the tournament emphasizes skill in live PvP battles, culminating in a Grand Final and a mystery guest showdown.

A Special Invitational Show Match highlights diverse strategies, streamed live this weekend. 7/20/2025

Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy XIV will end official support for Windows 10 in October 2025.

While players may still access the game on Windows 10, no further technical support or updates will be guaranteed for that operating system.

This decision aligns with Microsoft’s end-of-support for Windows 10, pushing players toward newer systems like Windows 11 to ensure compatibility and performance.

The move has sparked discussions among the game’s community about upgrading hardware or potential accessibility challenges for players unable to update their operating systems. 7/20/2025

Pixel-art prison RPG Back to the Dawn by Metal Head Games exits Early Access on Steam and launches on Xbox Series X|S.

Players control Thomas the Fox, a journalist framed for exposing a conspiracy, navigating Boulderton Prison’s corrupt system.

The 1.0 release adds the Black Panther Arc, new quests, and enhanced gameplay, offering over 100 quests and multiple endings.

With a 92% positive Steam rating, it’s also on Xbox Game Pass. 7/20/2025

Cozy life sim Starsand Island by Seed Lab launches on Steam in late 2025.

Players explore a tranquil island, farming, fishing, and bonding with NPCs and pets like capybaras.

Customize characters, vehicles, and homes with extensive DIY systems, from skateboards to paragliders.

Multiplayer and photo modes enhance social adventures across lush landscapes and seas, with more features planned post-launch. 7/20/2025

Tactical shooter Disposable Corps by Armoured Dudes revealed a new third-person gameplay trailer.

Set in a WW1-inspired low-poly warzone with steampunk mechs, players switch between first- and third-person views, commanding squads in chaotic 5v5 battles.

Build trenches, artillery, and fortifications in dynamic, destructible environments.

The demo, available on Steam, offers multiplayer skirmishes, with the full Early Access launch planned for later in 2025. 7/20/2025

Sci-fi survival adventure The Alters receives physical editions for PC and PlayStation 5.

The Signature Edition includes a 4-pin set, sticker sheet, Molly keychain, pierogi maker, and lenticular art card.

In The Alters players guide Jan Dolski, stranded on a hostile planet, using Rapidium to create alternate versions of himself with unique skills.

Navigate moral dilemmas and manage a mobile base in this narrative-driven game with branching storylines. 7/19/2025

Action-puzzle metroidvania, GIGASWORD by Studio Hybrid launches on Steam for PC on October 2nd.

Ezra wields a massive sword to navigate the Nestrium tower, solving puzzles and battling foes to reach the God Crystal, Gnosis.

In a world ravaged by famine, this crystal promises prosperity, but its disturbance risks reality’s collapse.

With retro pixel art and weight-based mechanics, the game offers a free demo on Steam now. 7/19/2025

Fantasy action-RPG, Soulframe by Digital Extremes debuted new gameplay at TennoCon 2025.

Players, as Envoys, explore Alca’s open world, battling the Omen Beast Bromius, a three-headed bear, using magic and melee.

The demo showcased dynamic combat inspired by medieval martial arts, with customizable hairstyles and a new pact system.

Currently in pre-alpha, Preludes invites more players, with a full release planned for 2025 on PC. 7/19/2025

King, the developer of Candy Crush, is laying off around 200 employees, roughly 10% of its workforce, as part of Microsoft's broader 9,000 job cuts in 2025.

Affected staff, including level designers and narrative writers, are reportedly being replaced by AI tools they helped develop, sparking controversy and low morale.

The layoffs, impacting offices in London, Stockholm, Berlin, and Barcelona, are criticized for prioritizing efficiency and profits despite the company's success. Employees describe a chaotic HR process, with a new organizational chart expected in September after union negotiations. 7/19/2025

Physics-based arcade game, Asteroid Requiem by Wizards in Training is now available on Steam with a -25% discount until July 21st.

Players control a sentient asteroid drifting through space, reflecting on a lost civilization’s ruins.

With minimalist mechanics and simple controls, it blends arcade action with poetic meditation, unlocking memories through destruction.

Its atmospheric soundtrack evolves, creating a haunting, introspective journey about memory and Earth’s fate. 7/19/2025

Game Publisher Ubisoft has confirmed the development of a new Ghost Recon game, generating excitement among fans of the tactical shooter series.

The announcement was made quietly, with limited details about the game's title, release date, or specific features.

This follows Ubisoft's ongoing efforts to expand its popular franchises, though no further nformation was provided about the game's scope or platforms.

The news has sparked speculation about whether it will continue the open-world style of recent entries like Ghost Recon Wildlands and Breakpoint or return to the series' more traditional tactical roots. 7/19/2025

Satirical action-adventure Questing launched a demo on Steam for PC.

Inspired by 16-bit classics like A Link to the Past, it features a reluctant hero in a vibrant fantasy world.

Players navigate environmental puzzles and engage in unique Pong-style combat with bullet hell elements.

With sharp humor and pixel art, the demo offers exploration and fast-paced battles, with the full game slated for 2026. 7/19/2025

Launched in Early Access, POGO Stadium, a rhythm-strategy game, is available on Steam for PC.

Developed by Kyoto Entertainment Works, it features animal athletes in a neon-lit floating city, blending Go-inspired territory control with rhythmic pogo-stick jumps.

With over 100 multiplayer arenas and a solo campaign, players can customize pogo gear for tactical battles.

The developers plan to refine the game based on community feedback, aiming for a full release within six months to a year. 7/19/2025