Indie studio Selkies Interactive has announced their debut title, the time-bending underwater adventure Echoes of Mora will launch on April 29th, 2026. The announcement during the Convergence Showcase was accompanied by a new story trailer, and playable demo on Steam for PC and PC-VR just in time for Steam Next Fest.
About the game:
Echoes of Mora is the atmospheric lovechild of Subnautica and Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture – an exploration-driven narrative that trades oxygen meters for emotional depth. Players plunge into the depths of a mysterious lake to explore a sunken village, using time portals to bridge the gap between the present and a vibrant past.
As you swim under the surface, you will meet Mora, a young girl searching for her lost brother. By solving puzzles and unlocking “Echoes,” you can travel back in time to collect clues and influence Mora’s journey. Every interaction in the past ripples forward, allowing you to uncover the truth.
Seafarer: The Ship Sim receives its second major content expansion during Early Access with the Rescue Update. With today’s release, astragon adds new missions, ships, a vessel editor, and further gameplay improvements. The Update Trailer gives a glimpse of the new content.
Two new vessels are now available: Salvation and Grace. Grace is a special addition, as it serves as the daughter boat of Salvation, a modern sea rescue cruiser measuring 46 meters (151 ft) in length. Alongside this, the Rescue Update introduces additional new missions in the Tide Guard career, focusing on safety on the waters of Seafarer: The Ship Sim.
The new vessel editor has also been added, allowing players to customize the various vessels for the first time.
Recently, Seafarer: The Ship Sim – Supporter Edition was also released. In addition to the ship Gull with new drone gameplay, the edition includes extra clothing options for the player character as well as the digital soundtrack. The edition is available for a price of $34.99 / €34.99 (SRP). The DLC can also be purchased separately, and all previous owners of the Standard Edition receive the content free of charge. The Release Trailer presents the included content.
All Editions and offers of Seafarer: The Ship Sim can be found on the official website.
Seafarer: The Ship Sim is now available for PC in Early Access for $24.99 / ₤20.99 / 24,99€ (SRP) via Steam and Epic Games Store.
Ready to open up shop? The Last Gas Station, the gas station sim developed by Alawar, is officially heading to Steam Next Fest this February with its first public demo! In this narrative-heavy sim, play as a red panda taking over an near-obsolete gas station in a world dominated by electric vehicles. Only you can transform this quaint gas station and nearby convenience store into a thriving pitstop for travelers who still cling to gas vehicles. One thing to keep in mind, I probably wouldn’t go outside at night if I were you. The previous owner didn’t listen, but what’s the worst that could happen, right?
Key Features:
Modernize & Expand – Rip out outdated pumps, install car maintenance services like tire inflation and oil changes, and upgrade facilities to build a fully functional roadside business.
Set Up Shop – Stock your shelves with snacks, car supplies, and road trip essentials. Optimize layout, improve decor, and manage pricing to turn a profit.
Trade & Serve – Buy and restock goods, run the checkout, and keep your customers happy if a bit uneasy.
Night Mysteries – Strange things happen out here after sunset… You can follow the whispers and investigate, or turn off the lights and let the night pass, as if nothing’s happening.
Customize Everything – Design your neon signs, decorate the store, and bring new life to your forgotten little corner of the animal world.
Ready to open up shop? Download the The Last Gas Station demo ahead of February Steam Next Fest (February 23rd-March 2nd) today to get a first glimpse into this narrative-rich, mysterious sim. Wishlist The Last Gas Station on Steam today and stay tuned for upcoming developer updates. Don’t forget to follow The Last Gas Station on Twitter and join the Discord for the latest updates.
Wargaming, the award-winning online game developer and publisher behind the hit World of Tanks and World of Warships franchises, is set to launch 2026 Steam Publisher Sale, presenting great offers player won’t want to miss!
In addition to major discounts, Wargaming is bringing World of Warships: Legends to Steam on PC, expanding the console naval combat to a new platform. The next closed beta runs from March 12 to March 16, 2026, giving players the chance to experience fast-paced naval multiplayer battles, the unique Commander system, and a variety of game modes. You can wishlist and sign up for closed beta here – https://store.steampowered.com/app/2964090/World_of_Warships_Legends/.
Leading the lineup of great deals is an exclusive multiproduct “4-in-1” bundle, offering free content for World of Tanks, World of Tanks Blitz, World of Warships, and World of Warplanes. This bundle includes days of Premium Account, credits, customization elements, and other valuable in-game items – perfect for both veterans and newcomers looking to jump into battle. There’s a second 4-in-1 bundle with even more valuable content, available with a huge -90% discount!
World of Warships Steam players can claim a free, limited-time DLC featuring two permanent camouflages and valuable resources. The Wargaming Publisher Sale offers savings of up to 90% on a special cross-product bundle featuring the premium Tier VI battleship Mutsu, along with discounts of up to 84% on some of the most wish listed DLCs: Ishizuchi, Smith, Yūbari, and Prinz Eitel Friedrich.
World of Tanks players on Steam can claim a free, time-limited DLC featuring a unique 2D style and valuable in-game consumables. The Wargaming Publisher Sale also brings massive discounts on exclusive packs, including premium vehicles like the Eagle 7, T26E5, M4A1 Revalorisé, and Thunderbolt VII, plus cosmetic bundles—with savings of up to 90% in special cross-product offers.
World of Tanks Blitz Steam players can now claim a free, time-limited DLC that includes exclusive Steam-styled camouflage, an animated avatar, and valuable in-game consumables. During the Wargaming Publisher Sale, players can also take advantage of massive discounts—up to 90% off—on select bundles. Highlights include premium and collector vehicles such as the Tier VI Bretagne Panther, Tier VII T28 Concept, Tier VIII Keiler, and various cosmetic packs in special cross-product offers.
World of Warplanes aces can grab a brand-new Flying Mustang Pack at a huge discount, stock up on valuable consumables with a time-limited DLC to make their battles more successful and lucrative or check out multiple DLCs with special prices during the Wargaming Publisher Sale.
Additionally, a collection of legacy products will be available at an 85% discount. These include three original Master of Orion games, Total Annihilation, and both Massive Assault games.
Prepare to make life or death decisions to evade the galaxy’s most ruthless force: publisher Dotemu (Absolum, MARVEL Cosmic Invasion) and developer Alt Shift (Crying Suns) in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences today announced Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes will launch on PC for Spring 2026. This innovative, tactical video game inspired by one of the most iconic sci-fi franchises of all time immerses you into intense, narratively driven situations in an ever-changing, roguelite-style fight for the fleet’s survival. Download Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes’ demo now as part of Steam Next Fest: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2535950/Battlestar_Galactica_Scattered_Hopes/
Alt Shift’s mastery of consequence-driven storytelling and gameplay centered on tense crisis management sees you take the helm of a modest fleet of spaceships in Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes. You must flee humanity’s settled worlds, known as the Twelve Colonies, while pursued by the merciless Cylons. Survival depends on tactical brilliance and calculated fleet management as you prevent sabotage from within.
Watch how challenging decision making blends with a hybrid of real time and tactical combat in today’s new trailer:
In Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, you make the most of your crew’s time to prepare for the next Cylon assault. You may explore different points of interest for resources while finding new items or crew members, but there is always something happening in your Fleet: urgent issues caused by the previous battle to fix, quarrelling factions to deal with or hidden Cylons to catch.
Once the deadly Cylons make contact with forces, a battle begins. Drawing inspiration from the iconic franchise’s theme of persevering against an overwhelming enemy as well as the climatic escape within the TV series’ “33” pilot episode, Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes’ skirmishes center around a simple but key concept of survival: “resist until you can jump.”
Deploy fighters from hangars and direct them in hybrid real time and tactical combat scenarios to dispatch the Cylons, minimizing damage to the central ship while wielding its onboard defenses against the gravest threats. Endure an onslaught until you can flee to another sector of the galaxy, choosing your destination (and potential rewards) based on your most dire needs.
Each run in Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes offers new lessons as you adapt to defy odds of survival, and tactical options broaden as you unlock additional squadrons, weapons and traits as well as meta upgrades to benefit future runs. Your decisions meaningfully alter your fleet’s fate as you lead fighters through high-risk battles and jump to new sectors before the Cylons turn your ships into astral debris. With humanity’s haven in the Twelve Colonies now uninhabitable, steadfast tactical leadership is the only hope of surviving the journey to humankind’s last hope, the Battlestar Galactica. So say we all.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes builds on Alt Shift’s celebrated narrative tactical release in the 1 million+ player game, Crying Suns, and evokes Battlestar Galactica’s striking universe through beautifully detailed artwork. For the latest intel on Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, wishlist the game on https://store.steampowered.com/app/2535950/Battlestar_Galactica_Scattered_Hopes/, and follow @Dotemu and @AltShift on X.
As the release of Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss draws near, NACON and developer Big Bad Wolf are pleased to unveil a new gameplay trailer entirely dedicated to one of the game’s core pillars: investigation. This video plunges players into the heart of Noah’s investigation in a seemingly abandoned underwater mining station, where his sanity is put to the test against unspeakable horrors.
To discover the unique atmosphere and original mechanics of this narrative investigation game before its release on April 16, players can try the public demo on PC during the Steam Next Fest on February 23rd.
This new trailer takes us through the oppressive corridors of the Ocean-I mining station, which Noah finds deserted. The location bears the marks of a fierce struggle and a devastating madness: claw marks on the walls, strange runes painted in blood, unknown organic matter, a severed arm… all clues that point to violent and occult events. To understand what happened, the player must use their wits and the abilities of their personal AI called KEY.
The trailer highlights several key mechanics:
Clue Analysis: KEY is permanently connected to the database of the ANCILE (the agency Noah works for). This allows it to cross-reference what Noah finds in the field with what other investigators have encountered in previous cases. Analyzing evidence allows KEY to determine the composition of materials, which in turn unlocks new frequencies for its sonar. These frequencies can then be used to track elements with a similar composition.
The Sonar: A multitasking tool, the sonar helps Noah navigate dimly lit areas and discover hidden paths by highlighting volumes. Another feature allows it to track clues by tuning into specific frequencies. In the trailer, the player tracks bloodstains through the station to learn more about the attack on the Ocean-I personnel.
Object Manipulation: Every object can hold a secret. By inspecting evidence from all angles, Noah and KEY can uncover additional information and hidden clues essential for progressing in their investigation.
Dive into an investigation where every decision shapes your destiny and your sanity. In Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss, each chapter presents a dilemma: will you choose the obvious but perilous path, accelerating your descent into madness, or the more subtle trail that requires thorough investigation to make the right choice? Be warned, every discovery comes at a price, and your decisions will directly impact the end of your story.
Ocean Drive Studio and Kakao Games have announced that a major new update is now available for Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch, adding quality of life improvements on PC.
Update 1.3 brings new Quick Expeditions to Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch, allowing players to jump into shorter runs of the game with fewer battles and events. Quick Expeditions are unlocked after finishing Act 3 for the first time, and can be toggled from the Set Out screen, giving players a new fast-paced experience for bite-sized turn-based tactics sessions.
The new update also adds the Phantom Arena, a brand new mode where players can save their party build from a previously completed expedition, and take it into fresh combat scenarios, with new Side Challenges and rewards on offer.
Finally, enemy difficulty can now be adjusted in both Phantom Arena and expeditions using the Enemy Mastery Slider, letting players set the enemy challenge level without it being tied to Trial conditions. Changing the Enemy Mastery levels affects all enemy stats except for their movement. You can check out the full patch notes on Steam here.
Update 1.3 for Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch is available now for PC, and is coming soon to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
The most infamous goblin is back! Cyanide Studio and NACON are pleased to announce that the stealth game Styx: Blades of Greed officially launches today on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store). Set in a medieval fantasy world, players step into the role of Styx, a devious goblin with a devastatingly dark sense of humor and a true master of stealth, as he hunts for Quartz — a resource as precious as it is dangerous. Explore vast vertical environments, master new tools and powers, and uncover the sinister presence hidden within the Quartz.
Styx: Blades of Greed builds on the proven formula of the first two installments and perfects it by placing freedom and creativity at the core of the experience. Every situation becomes a playground where intelligence, tactics, and experimentation are your greatest weapons. There is never just one way forward: players invent their own solutions to stealth puzzles by sneaking, trapping, or assassinating enemies without leaving a trace, greatly enhancing replayability.
Styx has many new tricks up his sleeve. He can harness the mysterious powers of Quartz to control his enemies—or even time itself! The master of stealth also gains new traversal tools: a glider that allows him to soar through the air, metal claws to climb sheer surfaces, and a grappling hook to reach previously inaccessible areas. Players can fully customize Styx by upgrading his powers and tools through a skill tree and equipping runes, shaping the gameplay to match their personal playstyle. For the first time in the series, the game adopts a Metroidvania-style approach, gradually unlocking access to new areas that were previously out of reach.
Developed on Unreal® Engine 5, the game delivers vast, stunning environments to explore freely.
Whether you are discovering the world of Styx for the first time or are a long-time fan, it has never been so much fun to be greedy!
MicroProse is proud to announce that it will publish Repterra, a large-scale base-building survival RTS set in a world overrun by dinosaurs. A playable demo is available now, giving players and creators an early look at the game’s unique blend of colony management, massive-scale combat, and dinosaur-driven strategy.
In Repterra, players rebuild humanity’s foothold in a world reclaimed by prehistoric predators. Construct sprawling colonies, establish production networks, and defend against relentless dinosaur hordes – all while turning the planet’s most dangerous creatures into your greatest asset.
Today, Emmy award-winning animation studio Titmouse, the studio behind The Legend of Vox Machina and The Mighty Nein, in collaboration with Critical Role, a leader in storytelling and world-building, officially announced Draw Your Weapons, an original actual-play series premiering February 25, 2026 exclusively on Beacon.tv.
Led by Game Master Josh Knapp (The Tonight Show), Draw Your Weapons follows a party of unlikely heroes played by Rashawn Scott (South Side), Sean Glaze (Regular Show), artist Heather Mahler, and musician Jason Charles Miller, as they venture across the city of Port Promise and beyond the continent on increasingly unhinged quests. Standup comedian and writer Blaine Capatch and Titmouse Founder & CEO Chris Prynoski call the action with play-by-play commentary, while live drawing and confessional cutaways turn the table’s worst ideas into immediate consequences. In Draw Your Weapons, if someone draws it, the world has to deal with it, including weapons, gadgets, monsters, ill-advised plans, you name it! It’s fast, loud, and art-first, with big punk/DIY energy and zero interest in playing it safe. The season runs 11 episodes with new episodes released every Wednesday.
Fans are invited to draw right alongside the show in the Beacon Discord, with fan art submissions running through Critical Role’s existing submission pipeline for consideration to be included in the weekly art gallery highlights on critrole.com.
