Outward 2 sequel will continue to subvert expectations in extraordinary ways

Nine Dots proudly revealed new Outward 2 details about the game’s development and features to come, influenced by learnings from its predecessor, during the New Game Plus Showcase: a creator-led, highly curated digital showcase that aims to highlight some of the most anticipated games coming soon. Outward 2, the upcoming sequel to Outward—which launched in 2019 and recently surpassed 3 million players—is an open-world fantasy RPG that continues to defy typical expectations of the genre and promises to deliver the definitive adventure simulator. Outward 2 will launch in early access for Windows PC later this summer.

ExeKiiller New Gameplay for cyber western, action-adventure game

In ExeKiller, players step into the boots of Denzel Fenix, a licensed bounty hunter working for the powerful Helion Corporation. His job: track fugitives, extract SOULs - digital implants used to monitor and control the population. Combat, Survival, and Investigation In the world of ExeKiller, survival comes at a constant cost. With limited inventory space and high prices on essential supplies, players must remain constantly aware of how they manage and carry their equipment. Radiation zones, lethal sandstorms, and extreme temperatures turn the environment itself into an ever-present threat throughout the wasteland.

VANRAN video game Becuzus Brings Dark Fantasy Action RPG VANRAN to PC January 2026

Becuzus Brings Dark Fantasy Action RPG VANRAN to PC January 2026 After years of refinement and development, BECUZUS, an independent studio led by director Sungjae Lee, unveils the first global debut gameplay trailer for its dark fantasy action RPG, VANRAN, The trailer will showcase actual in-game footage, including real-time combat and boss battles, giving the first detailed look into VANRAN’s gameplay systems and mechanics. VANRAN has already drawn early attention for its colossal boss encounters, fast-paced movement, and its distinctive Chain system, which enables fluid traversal and dynamic combat throughout the game.

SPEAR (S.P.E.A.R.) Fight glitches, bend the code, save a video game from deletiion

Indie developer, Andrea Cavuoto, director of the award-winning short film Underdog, is excited to announce that SPEAR will launch on January 9th 2025 for Xbox Series X|S. SPEAR is a fast-paced 2.5D action platform game set in a digital world collapsing under the weight of countless bugs. Players step into the role of Default, a forgotten NPC armed with an improvised spear built from a broom and the mouse cursor. His mission? Defeat the bugs, fix the glitches, and save the project before the developers return from lunch and delete everything. The announcement is accompanied by a brand-new trailer, offering a first look at the abilities Default will unlock while traversing a variety of increasingly corrupted levels.

Surf Punk - Crush ‘N Rush surf across a post-cataclysmic archipelago out now

Grab a board, round up your best buds and surf across a post-cataclysmic archipelago teeming with bodacious loot, killer monsters and gnarly waves. Double Stallion is thrilled to announce that Surfpunk launched its public demo on Tuesday December 16 at 3:00 PM EST on Steam. The demo will be the first opportunity for players to experience the island-hopping, loot-scavenging, and high-speed “surf ‘n slash” since it was announced. The Montreal-based developer will also be hosting a live Q&A stream on their Discord as they play through the demo on December 17th at 1:00 pm EST when they will invite the community to ask questions about the game.

EvoCreo - Pokemon style Tactical Creature Collector video game

Tactical Monster Tamer EvoCreo Prepares for Battles on PC 7 Jan., 2026 Become an Evoking Master in RPG with more than 2.5 million downloads EvoCreo, the tactical monster-catching RPG with more than 2.5 million downloads on mobile from Ilmfinity, raises a battle party of powerful creatures on PC via Steam Wednesday, 7 Jan., 2026. Set off on a journey to collect and train Creo across the vast world of Zenith. Earn the title of Evoking Master through clever battle strategies based not only on Elements but also on Creo Traits, Abilities, status effects, and move cooldowns. Assemble a party of Creo, uncover the truth behind a shadowy organisation, and reunite a family in an adventure that improves on beloved genre greats.

Hordes of Fate Next Instalment in the Hand of Fate Franchise video game

Original team of the roguelike pioneer, alongside the Dealer’s iconic voice actor Anthony Skordi, return for upcoming launch Hordes of Fate : A Hand of Fate Adventure, the next installment in the critically acclaimed Hand of Fate franchise enjoyed by millions, will arrive on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S this year. The grimdark deckbuilding auto-shooter from the series’ original creators, now at Spitfire Interactive, will launch on PC via Steam and Linux early 2026.

Twinkleby update winter shopping, new Neighbours, decorate your floating winter wonderland

Go winter shopping, welcome cheerful new Neighbours, and decorate your own floating winter wonderland - for a limited time. Yuletide, a limited-time seasonal event, is now live in Twinkleby, a cozy game of decorating floating islands and crafting dioramas for your spacefaring Neighbours. Running from December to January 13th, the festive update introduces a winter-themed shop, holiday decorations and treats, six cheerful new Neighbours, and new backdrops to transform your archipelago into a floating winter wonderland.

StarRupture Early Access on Jan 6th single-player or co-op survival on top of large-scale automation

If you love the logistical chaos of Factorio, the perfectly aligned conveyor belts of Satisfactory, and the cozy terraforming vibes of Planet Crafter, you might think you’ve seen everything the survival-automation genre has to offer. Then StarRupture shows up and decides to… blow it all to smithereens! While it's no mystery that StarRupture shares some DNA with the aforementioned survival and automation titles, Creepy Jar will elevate the genre even further when the game launches into Early Access on January 6th, 2026.

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