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The second week of May 2026 is bringing a packed lineup of video game launches, with survival adventures, psychological horror, and experimental indie projects leading the conversation. While there may not be a single blockbuster overshadowing the market, this week’s release calendar offers a wide variety of experiences across PC and consoles.  May 11 - 17 releases The week begins with Outbound on May 11. The relaxing open-world exploration title focuses on life inside a customizable camper van in a hopeful,...

Some indie games immediately give off the feeling that something is deeply wrong with them. And then there are games so absurd that people start laughing before they even finish reading the title. Everything is Crab: The Animal Evolution Roguelite is absolutely one of those games. The bizarre indie game transforming evolution theory into...

Fanatical has launched yet another game bundle packed with well-reviewed titles at budget-friendly prices. As part of the ongoing BundleFest event, the retailer is following up yesterday’s BYO Killer Bundle with the new BYO Special Editions Bundle, focused on deluxe editions, complete collections, and multi-game packs filled with bonus content. Pricing starts at $6.99 / 6,99€ / £6.99 for any 2 items, which already offers strong value considering several selections include multiple games or expanded editions. Players looking to build...

Nintendo is preparing to join Sony and Microsoft in raising console prices mid-generation, as the company has officially confirmed a price increase for the Switch 2 across several major regions. The adjustment won’t happen immediately everywhere, but buyers in multiple countries will soon have to pay more for the upcoming console. In a new press release, Nintendo stated that the pricing revisions are being made “in light of changes in market conditions, and after considering the global business...

Two Point Museum: Arty-Facts brings a completely new creative direction to the quirky management simulator by transforming museum curation into a full artistic playground. Instead of excavating fossils or collecting strange relics like in the base game, Two Point Museum, players now focus on building stylish galleries filled with paintings, sculptures, and experimental exhibits. The expansion introduces the industrial harbor district of Undee Docks, a new museum location centered around modern art culture, satire, and eccentric creativity. Players can recruit specialized...

Infinity Sweeper successfully transforms the nostalgic, static logic of classic Minesweeper into a high-stakes, adrenaline-fueled roguelite experience. Developed by Longshot Studio and published by Yogscast Games, the title strips away the "game over" frustration of hitting a single mine, replacing it with a health system and a progression loop that rewards strategic risk-taking. Players navigate increasingly complex grids, earning gold to purchase game-altering items and passive upgrades. This shift turns a simple deduction puzzle into a deep tactical builder where your...

Motorslice is one of the most visually distinctive indie action games released in 2026, combining fast-paced traversal with a haunting industrial world inspired by retro PlayStation-era aesthetics. Developed by Regular Studio, the game places players inside a massive abandoned megastructure filled with gigantic machines, collapsing architecture, and mysterious technology. Players control P, a chainsaw-wielding protagonist who uses momentum-based movement to climb, surf, and slash through dangerous environments while accompanied by a floating drone companion named Orbie. The game quickly attracted attention online...

A new gameplay trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 offers an extended look at the Adeptus Mechanicus, revealing how the faction will function on the battlefield as well as the unique systems that define its playstyle. The showcase highlights a faction built around technological supremacy, fragile but highly lethal units, and a strong emphasis on coordinated strategy rather than brute force. Praise the Omnissiah The Adeptus Mechanicus, the cybernetic priesthood of Mars devoted to the Machine God, is presented as...

Capcom has released a new free gameplay mode for Resident Evil Requiem, giving players an intense new way to experience the survival horror title after finishing the main story. The update, titled Leon Must Die Forever, is now available on all supported platforms and introduces a fast-paced challenge mode centered entirely around Leon S. Kennedy. A roguelike bonus mode Designed as a high-difficulty roguelike experience, the mode throws players into a series of randomized combat scenarios where survival depends on quick decision-making...

After officially launching the new Steam Controller earlier this week, Valve quickly ran into major demand issues. The release saw Steam store errors, extremely limited stock, and many customers missing out entirely as units sold out almost immediately. Now, Valve is introducing a reservation system aimed at helping real customers secure the controller ahead of future restocks. Beginning May 8 at 10 AM PT, players will be able to reserve a place in a purchase queue for the...

The Epic Games Store has refreshed its weekly free game lineup once again, and this time it’s offering two cozy indie adventures. Replacing last week’s Oddsparks giveaway, players can now permanently claim Trash Goblin and Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure. Both games lean into relaxing gameplay and charming presentation, making them ideal picks for winding down after a busy day  even if cozy games aren’t usually your thing. First up is Trash Goblin, a 2025 indie release developed by Spilt...

Some games try to tell emotional stories through endless dialogue and cutscenes, and then there’s WILL: Follow The Light, a game that manages to hit harder just by letting you exist inside its world. From the moment you step into the frozen northern landscapes, the game leans heavily on environmental storytelling, and it works. Empty cabins, abandoned coastlines, the sound of the wind against metal, and long stretches of silence say more than most games manage in hours of exposition. What...