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The Guild – Europa 1410 City Showcase and New Dev Diary

The sound of a medieval city is impossible to ignore: the constant hum of shouting merchants, ringing hammers, marching guards, and the quiet whispers of those working in the shadows. It’s the sound of opportunity, of risk, of a future being shaped in real time. These cities are more than just places on a map. They are the driving force of progress, where medieval tycoons make their fortunes, claim power, and start their legacies.

Read the latest developer diary on Steam: https://thqn.net/49mpSQ5

In the latest developer diary for The Guild – Europa 1410, the focus shifts to the four playable cities themselves and what makes them special. Inspired by their 15th-century counterparts, each city is shaped by distinct districts with their own character, risks, and rewards. Set up shop near a marketplace for easy profits, or take your chances beyond the city walls – just don’t act surprised if things get… stabby.

And trouble has a way of spreading. Cities evolve over time, influenced by player actions and political decisions. Districts can prosper or fall into decline, crime can rise, reputations can shift, and every choice leaves a lasting impact on the people living there.

This adds a new layer of strategy to The Guild – Europa 1410. Invest in infrastructure, enforce order, or take advantage of chaos to further your own ambitions. Shape a district into a respectable hub of commerce or turn it into exactly the kind of place your competitors would rather avoid.

Because you’re not the only one chasing power. Rivals, families, and opportunists are all working to tip the scales in their favor. Sometimes openly, sometimes from the shadows.

Cozy Exploration Game Outbound Out Now

Tie your boots, put your camping gear in the trunk & get ready: the virtual road trip of a lifetime has officially begun! Square Glade Games and Silver Lining Interactive are proud to announce that Outbound, the cozy exploration sensation that captured the hearts of millions of gamers, is AVAILABLE NOW globally across PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X/S.

PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch & Nintendo Switch 2 players can follow shortly on May 14th! Collectors can also buy physical copies, available through Silver Lining Direct and local retailers.

Starting today, players can jump into their very own customizable electric camper van and explore the colourful, utopian world ahead of them! To celebrate the official start of the journey, Outbound will launch with a 10% discount across all platforms! This special offer will only last for the first two weeks, so grab your keys and start your journey today before the deal hits the road!

Life on the Road Like Never Before
In Outbound, your home is wherever you park it. From the lush forests to the sun-drenched coastlines, every mile brings new opportunities to forage, build, and thrive.

  • Build Your Dream Rig: Use a modular building system to expand your van. Build workstations inside, storage on the roof, or even a second story!
  • Power Your Future: Live 100% off-grid by harnessing the power of the elements. Manage your energy levels to keep your tech running and your vehicle moving.
  • Sustainable Living: Grow a mobile garden on your roof, forage for wild plants, and cook meals to eat!
  • A World of Wonder: Explore diverse biomes filled with secrets, hidden landmarks, and even a furry friend waiting to be adopted!
  • Better Together: The entire journey is also playable in online co-op for up to 4 players. Divide the chores, share the views, and experience life on the road together!

Buy physical copies now!

For the collectors, the shelf-curators, and the enthusiasts of all things cozy: we haven’t forgotten you, check out Outbound Physical Edition! Each physical copy comes with a little extra “new van smell” (metaphorically speaking) and is the perfect addition to any cozy gaming nook 😉

NACON CONNECT 2026: All The Announcements

For the seventh consecutive year, NACON’s annual conference delivered on all its promises. Marked by game reveals and the presentation of exclusive gameplay sequences, the event highlighted NACON’s ability to offer a rich and diverse catalog to the most passionate gamers.

New Games Unveiled

The NACON Connect featured the announcement of games that will thrill gamers seeking strong sensations and dark universes

  • Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish: The famous supernatural creature-hunting franchise from the World of Darkness™ returns to video games with a first-person action-RPG. Announced at the opening of the latest Xbox Partner Preview, the game invites players to hunt down evil beings in an open and immersive New York City, where every clue recovered brings them closer to their prey. The game is developed by Teyon, the studio behind the critically acclaimed RoboCop: Rogue City.
  • Dracula: The Disciple: Cyanide studio reveals a new puzzle game concept that reinterprets the Dracula myth. The player embodies an archivist with an incurable disease in search of a cure. Only mastery of the occult arts and esoteric instruments forgotten in Dracula’s castle could save them, or even grant them eternal life…
  • Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn: Based on the famous World of Darkness™ universe, this top-down metroidvania promises players the ability to switch between 3 forms (human, wolf, and werewolf) to lead the fight against the mega-corporation Pentex. The game is being developed by Crea-ture, a Montreal-based studio of the NACON group, and will be released in 2027.

A Prestigious Collaboration

Revosim, NACON’s premium steering wheel brand, has announced a major collaboration with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team for the creation of a wheel bearing the brand’s image. It is available today on nacongaming.com.

NACON also took advantage of the event to present new footage of numerous games and accessories planned for 2026:

  • Revo Range: NACON is innovating and announcing the arrival of a range of controllers including 3 models, under official Xbox license or PC compatible. Named Revo, Revo Pro and Revo Max, each offers the best technologies for gamers, ranging from Hall Effect and programmable buttons to a joystick tension adjustment system. The Revo Max will be available at the start of the 2026 school year, with the other models to follow at a later date.
  • The Mound: Omen Of Cthulhu: ACE Team presented a commented gameplay video of their new cooperative game that immerses players in a cursed jungle during the time of the conquistadors. In this Lovecraft-inspired universe, surviving madness and creatures of unspeakable horror will require coordination and communication, starting July 15, 2026.
  • Edge of Memories: Midgar Studio takes players into a world of spectacular beauty but transformed by the Corrosion. The story of Eline, a nomadic healer, is told in a new trailer. Edge of Memories will be released in 2026.
  • GreedFall: The Dying World: Two months after the game’s release, players have the opportunity to continue their adventure on the continent of Gacane with the arrival of the long-awaited additional quest on Péren. It is included in the Black Mass DLC pack and available for free to owners of the Deluxe edition.
  • Hell is Us: After a notable release in 2025, NACON and Rogue Factor invite players to join Hadéa on Nintendo Switch™ 2 starting September 24, 2026. Caught between civil war and a supernatural calamity, no marker guides the player and no map betrays the world’s secrets. Armed with their sword and guided by curiosity, they must uncover the mysteries of their past.
  • Ravenswatch: Three years after its early access debut and with over 1.5 million players, Passtech Games studio continues to treat roguelike fans with a new free update titled Songs of Thieves, available on May 27. On the agenda: new enemies and activities, innovative ways to strengthen your heroes, and a release on Nintendo Switch™ 2 in the fall.
  • Endurance Motorsport Series: Speed enthusiasts were able to discover a new circuit located in Brazil. Named Galeao, this exclusive track for Endurance Motorsport Series was designed by the KT Racing teams, promising intense and memorable races starting in the summer of 2026.
  • Tour de France 2026: The cycling simulation is back this year, still powered by Unreal Engine 5 for more realism. In addition to updated teams and routes, this edition brings climate changes that impact race management, to be discovered on PC and consoles starting June 4, 2026.
  • Huntnig Simulator 3: NACON Studio Ghent unveils new images of the game and offers a more detailed glimpse of its content: open-world hunting in the vast lands of Colorado and Texas with a canine companion and an arsenal of officially licensed weapons and accessories make Hunting Simulator 3 the most complete new hunting experience, available this fall on PC and consoles.

PLAYISM GAME SHOW Unveils World Premieres

PLAYISM, the oldest indie publisher in Japan, best known for favorites like Bright Memory: InfiniteThe Exit 8, and Rusted Moss, announced eleven updates across its esteemed catalog during this weekend’s PLAYISM Game Show.

Check out the showcase here. Yesterday’s announcements include:

  • The world premiere of Dungeon Sweeper Plus, the cozy puzzle adventure developed by Setamo, will arrive on PC via Steam in 2026
  • No Case Should Remain Unsolved, a text-based mystery adventure developed by Somi, where detectives merge memory fragments like puzzle pieces, coming to PlayStation 5 in Q3 2026
  • A Passing in the Night, the atmospheric psychological horror adventure developed by .iris, haunts PC via Steam in 2026
  • DevilConnection, the devilishly cheeky adventure developed by ChaoGames, summons new adventures on Nintendo Switch in 2026
  • The Dream Of A Cockspur, developer roccay’s Lovecraftian point-and-click horror survival adventure, will witness otherworldly phenomena on PC via Steam in Q3 2026

Commemorate PLAYISM’s 15th anniversary with the PLAYISM Publisher sale starting today. Enjoy discounts on PLAYISM’s greatest hits, including 20% off of Crimson Dusk’s bullet hell fighter Homura Hime, 30% off of developer Heaviside Creations’ immersive typing adventure Dyping Escape, and many others.

Re-watch the PLAYISM GAME SHOW here. For more information on PLAYISM, please visit the PLAYISM GAME SHOW official web page, the PLAYISM official website, and follow @PlayismEN on Twitter.

No Case Should Remain Unsolved arrives on PlayStation 5 in Q32026 with language options in English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Russian, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazilian), and Indonesian. For more information, visit the official website.

The Dream Of A Cockspur arrives on PC via Steam in Q3 2026 with language options in English, Japanese, and Chinese (Simplified and Traditional). For more information, visit the official website.

MK1: Definitive Edition Trailer Celebrates Mortal Kombat II Movie

Warner Bros. Games today released a new Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition trailer showcasing character skins (outfits) for Johnny Cage, Kitana, Scorpion, Shao Kahn based on New Line Cinema’s highly anticipated next installment in the blockbuster video game franchise, Mortal Kombat II.

Fans can go head-to-head in the virtual Mortal Kombat Universe as they get ready for the release of the new Mortal Kombat II movie, in theaters and IMAX on May 8 from New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Pictures.

Developed by award-winning NetherRealm Studios, the Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition (available now) is the most extensive version of Mortal Kombat 1, which has now sold over eight million units worldwide, offering the main game packaged together with the Mortal Kombat II film inspired outfits, previously released downloadable content (DLC), and more.

Additionally, customers who purchase an eligible Mortal Kombat II movie ticket will receive a promotional code* to obtain 750 Dragon Krystals (in-game currency) for use in the Mortal Kombat 1 game. For more information, visit the code redemption website.

Dotemu Launches New Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Video Game

Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, an innovative tactical video game featuring an original scenario inspired by the Battlestar Galactica franchise, is now available on Steam and GOG – complete with a 20% launch window discount from the $24.99 price until May 18. Watch today’s launch trailer to begin devising your Fleet’s survival in this tense, immersive and ever-changing roguelite-style test of leading under pressure, from publisher Dotemu (Absolum, MARVEL Cosmic Invasion) and developer Alt Shift (Crying Suns) in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences. (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2535950/Battlestar_Galactica_Scattered_Hopes/)

Thorough commanders can best prepare to engage the Cylons with Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes: Commander Edition, which includes the game as well as digital copies of the soundtrack and an official artbook for $28.77: https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/73748/Battlestar_Galactica_Scattered_Hopes__Commander_Edition/

Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Features:

  • A Thrilling, Story-driven Take on the Iconic Sci-Fi Franchise: In Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, the infamous sentient robot species known as the Cylons has decimated humanity’s haven and is closing in on your Fleet. Your only hope of surviving is to resist Cylon attacks until you can jump to the next sector of the galaxy, in a grand bid to ultimately reach the iconic carrier ship, the Battlestar Galactica.
  • Life-or-death Decision Making: You cannot win an all-out battle, and time between Cylon assaults is slim; learn and capitalize on your crew’s individual strengths as you find a way to succeed against all odds. Choose your priorities between battles, whether it’s searching for resources, resolving disputes among your in-Fleet factions, making repairs or upgrades, or searching for potential Cylon imposters among your ranks…
  • High-stakes Combat: Deploy fighters and direct them in hybrid real time and tactical battles to dispatch the Cylons, minimizing damage to your central ship while wielding its onboard defenses against your gravest threats.
  • Vast Replayability: No two runs in Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes are ever the same. Each attempt brings new lessons as you adapt to defy your odds of survival, and tactical options broaden as you unlock additional squadrons, weapons and traits as well as meta upgrades to benefit future runs.

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. To find the latest intel on Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, follow @Dotemu and @AltShift on X.

The Boss Gangster: Criminal Empire – From the Streets Launch Trailer

Tripwire Presents, the publishing division of Tripwire Interactive, and independent Turkish developer BEF Games today announced the launch of the free ‘From the Streets’ update for their open world action-simulation and management game, The Boss Gangster: Criminal Empire on PC via Steam Early Access. The ‘From the Streets’ update introduces a living criminal ecosystem, moving the game away from its previous nightclub-focused structure towards a fully open sandbox experience. The publisher revealed a new trailer showcasing significant changes and expansions of core gameplay systems alongside a free playable demo and limited time 20% discount running May 8 – 15.

The new update awakens Night City’s criminal underworld with combat and vehicle changes, advanced policing, new side hustles, and the expansion of large-scale drug production systems.

The ‘From the Streets’ content update includes:

  • Progression Changes: Players now choose how they begin their criminal empire with four starting scenarios: From Nothing, Thief, Dealer, and Club Owner.
  • Advanced Police and Wanted System: Police actively patrol and detect crimes in real time with responses scaling to the severity of the crime. Arrested players can earn freedom by paying a fine, waiting out the sentence, or doing community service. Killing a police officer triggers increased patrol presence and a shoot on sight wanted state that decays with successful evasion over time.
  • Warehouse and Worker Expansions: A fully fleshed out warehouse system allows for management of large-scale drug production. Upgrade warehouses to unlock more rooms and stations, but keep work environments clean to avoid sick employees.
  • New Side Hustles: Earn extra cash as a taxi driver and discover jobs in the daily newspaper. Manage club entry as a doorman or run a hot dog cart while secretly dealing to certain customers.
  • Combat and Equipment Durability: Players can now carry a pistol, rifle and melee weapon at the same time. Weapons will lose durability with use but can be repaired at crafting tables.
  • Vehicle Changes: Steal vehicles and use them in combat and illegal street races. Customize and repair any damages to avoid permanently losing vehicles in fiery explosions.
  • UI Changes and Audio Enhancements: The minimap system has been refined and now has the ability to track rival faction members. The update also adds 22 new songs for a total of 34 original tracks along with three new in-game radio stations for deeper audio immersion.

Hauntsville PlayStation Announcement Trailer

indie.io and solo developer Michael Janisch are thrilled to announce that Hauntsville, the Western horror survival experience that first launched on Steam, is coming to PlayStation 5 May 13, 2026.

Blending atmospheric survival gameplay with supernatural horror inspired by North American folklore, Hauntsville drops players into a cursed vision of the American frontier where ghost towns, deadly creatures, and isolation stalk every shadow. Whether braving the wilderness alone or riding out with friends in online co-op, players must build, hunt, craft, and survive in a brutal world where the unknown waits beyond the campfire light.

What sets Hauntsville apart from other survival games is its Western horror theme and multiplayer functionality. Players can team up with up to three friends to tackle the challenges of the Cursed West together. The game also features an open world filled with creatures inspired by North American folklore, creating a unique and immersive survival experience.

Key features include:

  • Western Horror Setting: Immerse yourself in the atmospheric world of the Cursed West, where danger lurks around every corner.
  • Survival Gameplay: Build a homestead, hunt for food, and craft weapons to defend against monsters.
  • Multiplayer Adventure: Team up with friends in online co-op mode for a shared survival experience.
  • Open World Exploration: Explore a ghost town and the surrounding wilderness filled with secrets and threats.
  • Historical Context: Experience the pivotal period of the American West, battling against an array of supernatural foes.

Players begin their journey in Hauntsville with nothing but the clothes on their backs and must quickly adapt to their new environment. The satisfaction of building a functioning homestead and surviving the night drives the progression loop, ensuring long-term engagement and replayability.

Hauntsville is currently available on Steam and arrives on PlayStation 5 on May 13, 2026. Players can prepare to saddle up and face the horrors of the Cursed West from the comfort of their couch for the very first time.

KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 Is Out Now On Nintendo Switch

tinyBuild and solo developer Casey Donnellan are happy to announce that KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2, the co-op game where you can team up with friends to squash extra-dimensional spiders, is out now on Nintendo Switch today for $9.74 after a 35% launch discount available until May 26! Travel across the multiverse loaded up with all the firepower you can carry to cleanse these abominable arachnids wherever they may hide.

In KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2, you’ll embark on a crusade against an unrelenting spider horde infesting the multiverse. Blast through the campaign, journeying between seven unique worlds, from the Wild West to cyberspace and even Spider Hell itself, to clean up these creepy, eight-legged evildoers alone or with up to three friends.

Wield an arsenal of 45 wild weapons, from common household items like newspapers and frying pans to more sophisticated weaponry like dual pistols, a laser sword, a rocket launcher, or the extremely large and aptly named BFG.

KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 also features a chaotic, eight-player PvP mode called Spider Hunt where you and your friends can play as both spiders and humans in a fight for survival!

KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 is available today on Nintendo Switch, as well as PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. For more KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2, visit the game’s website, and follow along with the latest updates on X and Discord.