Enter the Shadows in OtherSide Entertainment and Megabit Publishing’s stealth adventure available May 20

Boston, MA – April 9, 2026 – Thick as Thieves, is the exciting first step into a stealth adventure set in a distinctive 1910’s alternative history world, is coming to PC on May 20.

Previously unveiled at The Game Awards, the Triple-i Initiative trailer showcases the heart-racing heists waiting for players next month.

Thick as Thieves offers a grand introduction to Kilcairn, a fictional Scottish city full of intrigue and adventure. It’s a tightly curated, multi-hour experience that includes two thieves, two dynamic and highly replayable maps, 16 contracts, and 6 unique pieces of gear.

Offering immersive and dynamic stealth gameplay, the game can be played either solo or co-op. Every heist will be different as players take on contracts, find new gear, explore the history of Kilcairn and its influential families and seize their fortune to become a master thief.

Thick as Thieves comes from developer OtherSide Entertainment – led by industry legends Warren Spector (Thief ® III and Deus Ex ®) and Paul Neurath (Thief® and Thief® II) – and publisher Megabit®. The game is Directed by Jeff Hickman (Star Wars: The Old Republic ®, Warhammer ® Online and Dark Age of Camelot ®.) 

Jeff Says, “Unveiling Thick as Thieves to the world feels like finally springing a long-planned heist. Every mechanic and choice has been made with intent—there is nothing accidental, nothing wasted. Players aren’t just stepping into a game; they’re joining our crew, cracking the lock, and pulling off the score we’ve been quietly building for years. Watching the world slip into this world of thieves and schemes is thrilling, and I can’t wait to see the clever chaos they create.”

Key Game Features:

• Innovative Stealth Action – Classic stealth taken to new heights as players improvise to find creative solutions to pull off audacious heists in a dynamic world that is out to stop them.
• Team Up or Go Alone – Every thief has their own style. Work alone or find a partner in crime and have each other’s backs, even as the best laid plans start to crumble.
• Become a Thief – Uncover the secrets of the Constabulary and the mysteries of the nobility while you discover what it takes to become a master thief in the tightly guarded landmarks of Kilcairn.
• Curated and Replayable – Undertake contracts, upgrade gear, and showcase skills in short, engaging missions that change with every playthrough. 

Thick as Thieves launches on PC on May 20, so wishlist now and prepare to pull off the ultimate heist!

About Megabit

Megabit is the publishing arm of global gaming group Aonic, created to support its 1st and 3rd party studio partners. Embedded within a group of 600+ multiplatform specialists, Megabit provides world-class global publishing services to elevate industry legends, major IP and experimental indies alike. 

Key Megabit titles currently in development include Thick as Thieves from OtherSide Entertainment, Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults from BKOM Studios, cozy open world adventure Lou’s Lagoon from Tiny Roar, and more.https://megabit-publishing.com/

About OtherSide Entertainment

OtherSide Entertainment was formed in 2016 by co-founders Paul Neurath and Warren Spector, who first started working together in the 1990’s, providing creative direction on games that pioneered the “Immersive Simulation” genre. The studio’s vision is to create deeply immersive games that challenge the conventional approach and offer a fresh perspective, while empowering players to choose their own play style for a truly unique experience.

Pump, price, and piece together mysteries in this quaint gas station simulator with a mysterious twist

[April 10, 2026] — The Last Gas Station, the cozy gas station sim developed by Alawar, will officially be open for business on April 28th on Steam! After an impressive showing during February Steam Next Fest, players will now be able to experience this laidback mystery in its entirety. After all, this gas station isn’t going to run itself — the previous owner is nowhere to be found, so it’s all up to you!. 

In a world dominated by electric vehicles, The Last Gas Station is one of the last roadside havens for those who still cling to gas vehicles. After the previous manager went missing under mysterious circumstances, it’s now your job to transform a crumbling gas station (and other nearby stores) into a thriving business! Just try not to meet the same fate as the previous manager, don’t go outside at night! 

Following SNF, the dev team has been hard at work adding new features, including the ability to restore other nearby shops, new minigames, exciting areas to explore, and so much more to uncover.

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.

The Last Gas Station launches on Steam on April 28th, don’t forget to drop a wishlist to know exactly when you can jump into this narrative-rich sim!

About Alawar

Alawar is an independent video game developer and publisher founded in 1999. Specializing in midcore and casual games, the company extends its creative influence across PCs, video game consoles, and mobile devices. Alawar’s key titles include the Beholder series, Do Not Feed the Monkeys, Karate Survivor, Necrosmith, Wall World, and an array of other releases.

Five Days of Explosive Action Await Players

April 10, 2026 — Wargaming today announced that World of Tanks: HEAT, its new standalone free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter, will enter closed beta from April 16 through April 20 across PC (Steam and Wargaming Game Center), Steam Deck, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nvidia GeForce NOW.

Set in an alternate post WWII era, HEAT reimagines armored combat, bringing the franchise’s signature gameplay to more dynamic and fast-paced battlefields. Players step into the role of elite Agents with unique, game-changing abilities and pilot a roster of experimental vehicles. Each tank brings its own tactical strengths, enhanced by deep customization with advanced weapon systems, armor modules, and visual upgrades.

During the closed beta, players will be able to explore a diverse lineup of tanks and Agents, supporting different playstyles across three distinct roles: Defender, Assault, and Marksman. The beta will feature four PvP modes across eight maps:

• Hardpoint (5v5): Capture, defend, and hold a rolling series of dynamically changing bases.
• Control (5v5): Capture and hold a single zone.
• Kill Confirmed (5v5): Destroy enemies and grab their tokens, or grab your allies’ dropped tokens to deny the other team points.
• Conquest (10v10): Large teams and multiple capture zones make for a sprawling, dynamic war zone.

Powered by Wargaming’s new proprietary engine, World of Tanks: HEAT will launch simultaneously across PC (Wargaming Game Center and Steam), PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam Deck and Nvidia GeForce NOW, with full cross-platform play and cross-progression.

Players can sign up for the closed beta here – https://beta.wotheat.com

About World of Tanks: HEAT

World of Tanks: HEAT is a cross-platform, free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter where players command hero-enhanced tanks in fast-paced battles. The game takes place within an alternative timeline after WWII, with players battling using specialized tech. Built on Wargaming’s proprietary engine, the game delivers stunning graphics and dynamic gameplay.

Official website: https://wotheat.com.

About Wargaming

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry. Its 15 offices around the world include studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, Vilnius, Belgrade, and Kyiv. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Its flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Tanks Blitz, World of Warships, World of Warships: Legends, and World of Warships Blitz.

An untapped Island, a new deity, and an active volcano – you can take it from here, governors

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – April 10, 2026 – Today, Ubisoft revealed that Anno 117: Pax Romana’s first gameplay DLC, Prophecies of Ash, will be released on April 23. The announcement was made during Anno Day, a livestream celebration of the franchise, where the Prophecies of Ash gameplay trailer premiered. The DLC will be available on Ubisoft Connect, Steam, Epic, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Developed by Ubisoft Mainz, Prophecies of Ash is the first major update for Anno 117: Pax Romana, bringing in several features, including a new deity to worship, a resource known as obsidian, a trader named Ceacilia, and Cinis – the largest island ever in the Anno series and home to a volcano that threatens to erupt at any moment. These additions will challenge players and expand their options in how they govern their empire.

“Prophecies of Ash raises the stakes of the game while providing our community with opportunities to be more strategic as they navigate the complexities that come with growing their Roman empire,” said Stéphane Jankowski, Executive Producer on Anno.

In addition, Anno 117: Pax Romana has launched a friend referral program from April 9 to May 12, allowing players to receive Fame Points for every individual they refer to the game. One referral leads to 30 Fame Points; two referrals are 50 Fame Points, and three referrals unlock 90 Fame Points. These Fame Points can then be used in the Hall of Fame in-game to unlock additional cosmetics, new music tracks, and more.

The Prophecies of Ash DLC will be available in the following ways:

• As a standalone purchase
• It is also included in the Year 1 Pass that includes all three gameplay DLCs for 2026: Prophecies of Ash (April), The Hippodrome (August) and Dawn of the Delta (November).

Anno 117: Pax Romana is available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X | S, as well as Windows PC through Steam, the Epic Games Store and Ubisoft Connect. 

For more information about Anno 117: Pax Romana, and to register for future live phases, please visit the Anno-Union.com website.

You can also follow Anno 117: Pax Romana on Facebook at facebook.com/annogame, Instagram at instagram.com/annogame and on X at x.com/anno_en. 

For the latest news on Anno 117: Pax Romana and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com. 

Development of Anno 117: Pax Romana is supported by the German Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space within the framework of computer games funding.

About Ubisoft 

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop  a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2023-24 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2.32 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

© 2026 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered trademarks in the US and/or other countries.  

About Ubisoft Mainz

The teams at Ubisoft Mainz engineer some of Ubisoft’s biggest blockbusters. Operating from a historic city in the center of Germany, the studio develops games pushing the limits of the genre like the acclaimed Anno series and its latest installment: Anno 117: Pax Romana. It lends decades of expertise to AAA co-development projects like the Esports phenomenon Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege and the upcoming Beyond Good and Evil 2. Ubisoft Mainz is part of the Ubisoft Blue Byte studio network.

More information at https://mainz.ubisoft.com.

Explore 07th Expansion’s fictional post-war Japan that reeks of alcohol and gunpowder in HD and three languages!

TOKYO – April 9th, 2026 – MangaGamer has released the first season of Rose Guns Days, the hit visual novel from lauded indie studio 07th Expansion, on the MangaGamer store and Steam. Customers can save 10% when they purchase during launch week.

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Set in the aftermath of an alternate history World War II where an unprecedented natural disaster forces Japan to accept an unconditional surrender to the Sino-American allies. The country is split up and occupied by the two forces radically transforming it and its people in a matter of years, and making the Japanese strangers in their own home. Nevertheless, they united and did whatever it took to survive…

Later on, in 21st century Japan, aspiring reporter Julie Hayashibara is given an opportunity to interview the mysterious and powerful Jeanne Amakawa to learn the truth of what post-war Japan really was like.

Key Features:

• Multi-language Support: Enjoy Rose Guns Days in English, Chinese, or the original Japanese with the flick of an option in the settings menu.
• Combat Mini-games: Immerse yourself in the action with Rose Guns Days’ novel combat mini-game! Defend yourself from attacks and fight back with your own too. Aim for a high score or set the fight scenes to auto-mode and forget all about them!
• Immersive Music: With contributions from When They Cry regulars like Luck Ganriki, dai, M.Zakky and more the soundtrack is sure to draw you even deeper into the story.

For more information on Rose Guns Days, and other titles from MangaGamer, be sure to join the discussion on Discord or follow MangaGamer on Bluesky, Twitter and Facebook. You can also check out their blog for comments from the staff and other featured articles!

ABOUT MANGAGAMER.COM
MangaGamer.com is the world’s biggest publisher of English translated Visual Novels. Since its launch in July 2008, it has offered services where fans can download and enjoy popular Visual Novels such as 07th Expansion’s Higurashi When They Cry series,Alicesoft’s infamous Rance series, and Novectacle’s critically acclaimed The House in Fata Morgana right from their homes.

Today, Xbox announced that select Xbox Insiders can begin testing a new set of Xbox Achievements-focused updates designed to make it easier for players to celebrate, customize, and showcase their gaming accomplishments. These updates – based on player feedback – will roll out to more Insiders over time, with broader availability coming later.

Highlights include:  

• Refreshed Achievement visuals – Updated notification design with new icons, animations, and personalization through user-selected color themes.
• Hide games from profile – Coming later this month, players can hide titles from their Achievement history for a cleaner, more curated profile. Hiddengames will still count towards players’ total Gamerscore, and activity in these games will still be reported across Xbox.
• 100% completion highlights – Fully completed games are now clearly marked, making it easier for Xbox players to showcase their completion milestones.
• New filtering options – Improved navigation to quickly find completed or hidden titles.

These updates reflect our ongoing commitment to community feedback and improving the Xbox console experience. We look forward to bringing even more player-requested features over time.

For additional details, check out the full Xbox Insider Wire post here.

Today, 2K and Gearbox Software announced Hallowed Concepts, the fourth expansion coming to Risk of Rain 2. Check out the teaser trailer below.

In this expansion, the lessons of darkness and death, once contained to rumour and hearsay, are getting louder and harder to ignore. Hallowed Concepts takes players deeper into the cult-like world of N’Kuhana. Survivors will fight through haunting new regions of Petrichor V, face horrific new enemies, and uncover powers never before possible in Risk of Rain 2.

Hallowed Concepts offers powerful curses to overcome, deadly trials to face, and new stages to explore, including the fetid depths of the returning Damp Caverns, the villages of the Tenebrous Quagmire, and the sacred ground of The Lurid Basilica. Players can explore this new content as two new playable Survivors coming as part of Hallowed Concepts.

For the latest information on Risk of Rain 2, visit our website.

Developed by Artificer and published by Devolver Digital, Minos is a maze-building roguelike where you, the fabled minotaur, must defend your sanctuary from hordes of bloodthirsty adventurers – and you can begin your legend today on PC.

They’ve heard the stories of a fearsome monster lurking in the dark, fame and riches waiting for the one who slays it and survives to tell the tale. What they don’t know is that you are the one who built this confounding labyrinth, laid the traps, and now lie in wait.

Drag walls, gates, and corridors into place to shape your maze however you like. Make long, winding paths full of traps or confuse and split the interlopers up with rotating passages and shifting gates. It’s your maze: clever or cruel, it’s up to you.

Every run brings new enemies, new traps, and new ways to turn their bravery into a bloody disaster. No two nights are ever the same in Minos, and as you play you’ll learn more about this not-so-mythical minotaur and the man who became it.

Be warned, foolhardy intruders: Minos is available now on PC.

Developed by System Era Softworks and published by Devolver Digital, STARSEEKER is an all-new game set in the Astroneer universe – and you can experience its multiplayer planetary expeditions for yourself in the game’s next open beta, coming soon.

Sign up now for the open beta, available on Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation 5, at starseekergame.com

In STARSEEKER, players can team up online, tool up with an array of high-tech gadgets, and embark on exciting missions where they’ll face off against the unknown perils of deep space, including all manner of strange flora and fauna.

It’s the fauna that are the focus of this brand new trailer – specifically the creatures you’ll encounter when you visit the game’s first planet, Tephra.

When you and your team touch down on this colourful alien world, you’ll have to be mindful of its natural inhabitants by sneaking around them, bumping them around, or in the case of the biggest, scariest beasties, avoiding them altogether.

Among the exotic life you’ll discover are the Carrotlings: curious, strangely carrot-like beings whose only threat is being adorable. You’ll also encounter Grabcrabs that carry helpful resources and items on their shells that you can approach and trade with. These are just a few of the creatures you’ll discover on Tephra and beyond, on land, sea, and air.

STARSEEKER is coming soon to PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Global Superstar to Announce “Anime of The Year” During the Crunchyroll Anime Awards Live Ceremony in Tokyo on Saturday, May 23 and Credits Anime, Particularly the Influence of Famed Director Shinichiro Watanabe, as a Key Inspiration Behind His Iconic House of Balloons Project.

Global Voting is Open Through April 16; Anime of the Year Nominees Include DAN DA DAN Season 2, Gachiakuta, My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON, Takopi’s Original Sin, The Apothecary Diaries (season 2), and The Summer Hikaru Died

FAN VOTING NOW OPEN THROUGH APRIL 15

Sydney Australia (April 10) – Crunchyroll has unveiled that global icon and long-time anime fan The Weeknd will appear at the landmark tenth iteration Crunchyroll Anime Awards taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Tokyo, Japan. The GRAMMY-winning artist known for weaving anime influences into his work will present the evening’s most prestigious honor: Anime of the Year.

Fans around the world can cast their votes daily for their favorite anime, helping decide winners across 32 categories—including the Anime of the Year recipient to be presented by The Weeknd. Voting is now open via the Anime Awards Official Website, Crunchyroll, and MyAnimeList, and runs through April 16 4:59PM AEST.

The Weeknd joins a growing lineup of celebrity anime-fan presenters shaped by anime’s influence on culture and creativity worldwide.

The Weeknd revealed that anime, especially famed director Shinichiro Watanabe’s influence, has been a key inspiration throughout his career, starting with his iconic first project, House of Balloons:

“When I was first introduced to anime, I was a child. Sailor Moon was one of my first crushes, Goku my first imaginary sparring partner, and “One More Time” by Daft Punk was a song and music video I couldn’t get out of my head.

But it wasn’t until my teenage years that one specific anime changed me forever and became part of the fabric of my early career: Samurai Champloo by Shinichiro Watanabe. It was the first time I experienced two of my favorite mediums—anime and hip hop—blending so seamlessly that it completely reshaped the way I watched film and listened to music.

The fusion of a samurai story told with auteur precision, paired with the sounds of Nujabes, Fat Jon, and Force of Nature was nothing short of transformative.

That influence stayed with me all the way through the creation of House of Balloons, where I wrote “The Morning,” “Glass Table Girls,” and “Loft Music” over Nujabes’ instrumentals. Without Watanabe and Nujabes, House of Balloons simply wouldn’t exist.

Samurai Champloo opened my eyes to a more mature world of anime and helped shape my visual DNA. The works of Satoshi Kon, Mamoru Oshii, and Katsuhiro Otomo became foundational to the look and feel of The Weeknd.

So it’s safe to say I wouldn’t be here without anime. It’s an honor to celebrate the artists behind it and a medium that continues to inspire the world.”

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards is the leading yearly awards program honoring the creators, musicians, and performances powering the global love of anime. Sony Music Solutions Inc., part of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., and Dempsey Productions will support Crunchyroll in the execution of the event. The event will be livestreamed for global audiences.

More information can be found on the Crunchyroll Anime Awards Official Website.

About The Weeknd

The Weeknd is a multi-platinum, 7x Diamond-certified artist who has reshaped R&B and pop, becoming one of the most listened-to artists of the 21st century. He has over 115 million monthly listeners and the most songs surpassing a billion streams on Spotify. His After Hours Til Dawn Tour became the highest-grossing tour by a male solo artist in history, surpassing $1 billion. Named the “Most Popular Artist in the World” by Guinness World Records, his album After Hours is the most streamed R&B album ever, and “Blinding Lights” is the top Billboard Hot 100 song of all time.

About Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll is the global anime brand that fuels fans’ love of anime. With the ambition to make anime an even bigger part of pop culture, Crunchyroll offers fans the ultimate anime experience and destination centered around a premium streaming service. Crunchyroll has the largest dedicated anime library, an immersive world of events, exciting theatrical releases, unique games, must-have merchandise, timely news, and more. Anime is for everyone and is accessible to stream across territories through Crunchyroll—whether on the go on mobile, through gaming consoles and big-screen devices at home, or on desktops anywhere.

Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between U.S.-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan’s Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group.