Disco Simulator is now available on PlayStation 5 as of January 29. This party-focused tycoon game centers on running your own music club, offering relaxing gameplay and a high degree of freedom in club management. The game is also available on PC and Xbox Series X|S.

Disco Simulator was developed by Polish studios Games Incubator and Frozen Cave Studio. The game first launched on PC in 2024 and recently arrived on Xbox Series X|S. On Steam, Disco Simulator currently holds 72% positive user reviews. The console versions were published by Ultimate Games S.A.

Build a Disco Empire

Disco Simulator is a nightclub management simulator. This party-driven tycoon lets players build and develop their own venue, featuring dance, techno, and chill music.

At the start, players choose a manager from several candidates, each with unique skills that affect different aspects of club operations. Disco Simulator also offers a selection of clubs with distinct characteristics and locations, ranging from small towns to large cities.

PlayStation Store – https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10011821

Gameplay includes a range of mechanics related to running a music club. Players must take care of interior design, including furniture, lighting, and sound equipment. Staff management also plays an important role. Progressing through the game unlocks upgrades and improvements for individual elements.

Success in the nightclub business also depends on maintaining customer satisfaction and the right atmosphere inside the club.

Disco Simulator features several game modes, including a campaign and a sandbox mode.

Disco Simulator – Key Features:

• Party-focused tycoon gameplay
• Club design and management
• Dance, techno, and chill music
• Hiring and managing staff
• Multiple game modes

Disco Simulator launched on PlayStation 5 on January 29, 2026.

New Winter Frost Season Fashionwave kicks off today  

Shanghai, China — January 31, 2026 | XD Games is excited to announce that the Heartopia ╳ My Little Pony collaboration will officially begin in Heartopia on 14 February 2026. 

The collaboration event sees the Tree of Harmony from My Little Pony appearing on Whale Island, needing to be reawakened by Heartopia players via the Elements of Harmony. By working together, players can ensure the tree returns home to the magical kingdom of Equestria. 

Ahead of the collaboration, a week-long pre-event will begin on 7 February, allowing players to complete a number of daily puzzles in order to unlock an exclusive pet costume based on the My Little Pony character Spike, as well as Time-Limited Exhibition Passes. More details on the Heartopia ╳ My Little Pony collaboration, including new activities, collections, and outfits, will be revealed next week.

Additionally, Heartopia’s first season — Winter Frost Season Fashionwave — begins today, bringing new winter-themed content and activities to the game. Players who venture to the top of Onsen Mountain will be rewarded with ice and snow slides, as well as a brand new skating rink that allows townsfolk to perfect their figure skating choreography with friends. Players now also have access to ice rink flooring while in build mode, meaning they can construct their own practice rink at home. 

There’s also some snowman-related fun to be had in this frigid weather. Players can build their own snowmen by shovelling fallen snow, or they can turn into snowmen themselves by interacting with the huge snowmen that can be found dotted around town. 

Players can now purchase and level up their Winter Frost Season Fashionwave Gift Boxes, too. These can contain Exhibition Passes, Heart Diamonds, an exclusive instrument skin for a steel tongue drum, the Fashionwave Penguin set, building materials, and more. 

Heartopia players from all towns can meet one another at the concert venue, which will be hosting week-long opening and closing concerts celebrating Winter Frost Season. At nearby stalls, players can purchase items, like glow sticks, to wave about while watching the musical performances and firework displays.

Winter Frost Season runs from 31 January through 13 March. For a full breakdown of everything in this season, watch the Official Launch Special Program or follow Heartopia on X.

Heartopia is available to play for free now on PC, iOS, and Android.

About XD Games

Founded in 2003, XD Games. is a global video games developer and publisher with extensive experience across development, publishing and operations. As of 2022, XD has 38 free-to-play and paid games with over 50 million monthly active users worldwide. In addition, TapTap — a mobile games community and app store — was launched by XD in 2016 and is estimated to currently have 44 million monthly active users.  XD’s mission is to assemble like-minded talented games industry craftspeople with a common goal of touching the hearts of players around the world. XD produces games of the finest quality with passion, offering a pure gaming experience, and encouraging players of all ages to embrace the unique joy of video gaming.

Highlights include King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, Monday Night War Edition, new interactive environments, updated storyline in The Island, expanded customisation features, and more 

Australia – January 31, 2026 – Today, 2K announced WWE 2K26, the newest instalment of the flagship WWE video game franchise developed by Visual Concepts, will be available starting March 6 for PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™ 2, and PC via Steam.

The current World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk strikes a defiant pose on the Standard Edition cover, a position befitting a Triple Crown Champion. One of the most celebrated and subversive personas in WWE history, CM Punk previously appeared on the cover of WWE ‘13, and also headlines WWE 2K26’s 2K Showcase. 

The King of Kings Edition celebrates the in-ring career and ongoing behind-the-scenes legacy of WWE Hall of Famer and current WWE Chief Content Officer, Paul “Triple H” Levesque. 

The Attitude Era Edition evokes nostalgia for one of the greatest eras in WWE history, and larger-than-life personalities including “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, The Rock, Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Stephanie McMahon, Undertaker, Kane, Trish Stratus, Lita, Chyna, Kurt Angle, and The Dudley Boyz. 

An all-new “super-premium” Monday Night War Edition features content tied to WWE stars of the Attitude Era, as well as a collection of WCW’s biggest names of the era, including “Hollywood” Hulk Hogan, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Goldberg, Booker T, and Eric Bischoff. 

King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, and Monday Night Wars Edition are scheduled for worldwide release on Friday, March 6, 2026, seven days prior to the Standard Edition, which will be available Friday, March 13, 2026.

“As a kid, I could only dream of being on the cover of a video game. Now I join a very exclusive group of WWE Superstars who have done it twice,” said CM Punk. “I enjoyed the experience of narrating the 2K Showcase, which gave me an opportunity to tell fans the straight, unfiltered story of the moments, matches, and controversies in my career. Players will get to step into my boots, relive some of my proudest WWE moments, and take on challenges I never had the opportunity to face.”

“WWE 2K26 introduces several new community-requested match types and gameplay features,” said Greg Thomas, President at Visual Concepts. “The team has put a lot of thought into refining the in-ring action and presentation, while also expanding creative options to allow players more freedom than ever before.” 

WWE 2K26 features several updates and improvements to existing features throughout the game:

• 2K Showcase: Punked – CM Punk’s Personal Journey: CM Punk jumps through time to relive incredible moments from his career. Narrated by “The Best in the World” himself, players will relive iconic matches and battle against WWE Legends in Fantasy Warfare. For those who want to truly prove their mettle, the Showcase Gauntlet looks to push players to their limits! CM Punk’s rise, rebellion, and return make this the most personal 2K Showcase yet;
• Best in the World Roster of 400+: WWE 2K26 boasts a roster of over 400 playable characters; The biggest in franchise history. A combination of current Superstars from RAW, SmackDown, and NXT, Legends, and WWE Hall of Famers, the massive roster features John Cena, “Macho Man” Randy Savage, Rhea Ripley, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Iyo Sky, Andre the Giant, Drew McIntyre, Bron Breakker, “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, Seth Rollins, Logan Paul, Stephanie Vaquer, Eddie Guerrero, Liv Morgan, Bret “Hitman” Hart, Penta, Charlotte Flair, Randy Orton, new additions and returns including Rey Fénix, Rusev, and Blake Monroe, and many more;
• Four New Match Types, Offensive Tools, and Gameplay Upgrades: Four new match types, including I Quit, Inferno, Three Stages of Hell and Dumpster, stackable tables, new usable objects including shopping carts and thumbtacks, and larger interactive environments offer new but familiar ways to punish opponents. Intergender Matches are available across core game modes. A revamp of the Reversals and Stamina system adds a layer of strategy and upgraded physics interactions make the action feel more dynamic and dangerous. Interactive entrances and the addition of Booker T and Wade Barrett to the commentary team further refine the audiovisual presentation;
• Creation Suite – 2X the CAS and Image Slots, Plus Body Morphing: The best-in-class customisation mode now offers 200 Create-A-Superstar save slots, doubling the existing count in response to community demand. Community Creations now features a doubled image capacity of 2,000, deeper body and face morphing tools, and two-tone hair color blending, giving players unprecedented freedom to craft the Superstars, arenas, and other creations of their dreams;
• MyGM – More Shows, More Superstars Per Match: New Intergender Matches, 5, 6, and 8-man matches, plus support for more match types than ever before, vastly increase the number of possible matches and outcomes. More shows per season pose new management challenges in 2K’s strategic brand management simulation mode;
• MyRISE – New Theme, Increased Replay Value: Players define their MySUPERSTAR’s journey through two new division-based storylines where villainous or heroic decisions impact MyPLAYERs like never before. Players can now keep playing even after the main stories are complete, with more unlockable content and achievements to earn for increased replayability; 
• Universe – The Draft is Here!:The WWE Draft comes to WWE 2K’s sandbox mode where players create their own WWE Universe and control match outcomes. Other new introductions include new Universe Creation Wizard, Watch Show mode, improved Money in the Bank cash-ins, and additional Promo types;
• The Island – New Storyline and Environment, Available on All Platforms: 2K’s WWE-themed world is now bigger and more social than ever, and available for the first time on PC. Players will choose one of three factions and battle for control with a revamped progression system. The new Scrapyard Brawl environment, fresh Towers, new shops and branded gear, an expanded MySUPERSTAR builder with face-photo importing, plus upgraded quests, complete with Superstar voiceovers, cutscenes and dialogue screens, enhance the immersive experience;
• MyFACTION – Chemistry is Key: The collectible card-battle mode is back with new intergender lineups and Quick Swap matches. Players collect new card designs and boost their performance with the new Faction Chemistry and run-in support. New themed card packs and goals will continue to roll out regularly throughout the year with seasonal content refreshes;
• Ringside Passes – DLC Gets an Upgrade with More Post-Launch Content Than Ever Before: The all-new Ringside Pass offers players additional incentive to play, earning XP across all game modes, excluding online lobbies. 60 free tiers and 40 premium tiers will be available to reward gameplay, with players who can reach tier 40 of the Ringside Pass Premium Season able to unlock Superstars, cosmetic and customisation items, VC, MyFACTION and The Island content, and more. The Ringside Pass Premium replaces the previous DLC model, rewarding players with all-new playable characters unavailable on the base game roster, including current Superstars, Legends, Personas, and some unexpected names. Six Ringside Pass Seasons are planned to roll out throughout the year, with Ringside Pass Season 1 available at launch and featuring unlockable Superstars and Legends, previously available in the WWE 2K Supercharger, on the free tier.

New Motion-Based Nintendo Switch 2 Features

WWE 2K26 on Nintendo Switch 2 will offer several additional features made possible through Nintendo Switch 2’s unique hardware, including touchscreen and mouse support, GameShare and GameChat, support for single Joy-Con gameplay, and the ability to use mouse controls in Creation Suite for face and body painting. The Nintendo Switch 2 version of the game will also now support Image Uploader and cross-platform Community Creations.

WWE 2K26 Editions

WWE 2K26 features four editions of the game: Standard Edition, King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, and Monday Night War Edition:

• The Standard Edition will be available for AUD$119.95 / NZD$129.95;
  • Pre-Order Bonus Offer: Players who pre-order the WWE 2K26 Standard Edition will receive the Joe Hendry Pack*, a bonus pack of content containing playable Superstar Joe Hendry, a Joe Hendry shirt cosmetic item, Joe Hendry MyFACTION EVO card, and Joe Hendry Spin Island Emote. Players who pre-order any edition of WWE 2K26 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, or PC will also receive the WWE 2K25 base game (digital).** Players who pre-order Attitude Era Edition or Monday Night War Edition on PlayStation or Xboxbetween January 30 and February 24 at 3AM AEDT will receive 15,000 VC in WWE 2K26 and 67,500 VC in WWE 2K25;***
• King of Kings Edition will be available for AUD$159.95 AUD / NZD$169.95. King of Kings Edition includes the Standard Edition, Joe Hendry Pack, Ringside Pass Premium Season 1, and 32,500 VC, plus the King of Kings Pack which includes playable Superstars Triple H ‘98 and Stephanie McMahon ‘00, and a “Triple H Signature Taunt” Emote for The Island. King of Kings Edition will be available from March 6, 2026 – seven days ahead of Standard Edition;
• Attitude Era Edition will be available for AUD$199.95 / NZD $209.95. In addition to all content included in the King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition includes access to Ringside Pass Premium Seasons 1-4, plus the Attitude Era Edition Pack, which features playable Superstars The Rock ‘99, Kane ‘98, and Chyna ‘97, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin “Rattlesnake” and The Rock “People’s Champ” MyFACTION EVO cards, the Raw is War ‘98 Arena, and Undertaker “Thumb Across the Neck” and Shawn Michaels “DX Crotch Chop” Emotes for The Island. The Superstar Mega-Boost is also included, which grants 200 MySUPERSTAR attribute points for MyRISE plus 100,000 VC. Attitude Era Edition will be available from March 6, 2026 – seven days ahead of Standard Edition;
• Monday Night War Edition will be available for AUD$229.95 / NZD$239.95. In addition to all content included in the Attitude Era Edition, Monday Night War Edition includes access to Ringside Pass Premium Seasons 1-6, plus the Monday Night War Edition Pack, which features playable Superstars Shawn Michaels DX, Macho Man Randy Savage ‘98, Rowdy Roddy Piper ‘98, the WCW Thunder ‘98 Arena, and a Diamond Dallas Page “Bang!” Emote for The Island. Monday Night War Edition also grants entitlement for the WrestleMania 42 Pack, which includes the WrestleMania 42 Arena and three WrestleMania 42 Superstar Persona Cards to be automatically entitled post-launch.**** Monday Night War Edition will be available from March 6, 2026 – seven days ahead of Standard Edition;

For more information on WWE 2K26, visit the game’s official website.

Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

Access to online or bonus features, content, or services, including MyFACTION, The Island, and Online Multiplayer, may require Internet connection, online account registration, and/or may not be accessible by accounts registered to users below the age of 13 (minimum age varies). See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for additional details. Game includes optional in-game purchases and paid random items. Some in-game content may require download and/or online gameplay to unlock. Online console play may require separate paid platform subscription and account registration. Terms apply.

*Pre-order bonus offer available through March 13, 2026. Joe Hendry Pack is included with WWE 2K26 King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, and Monday Night War Edition. For digital pre-orders, items will be automatically entitled in-game. For physical pre-orders, items will be redeemed in-game via code provided in-box. Terms apply.

**Digital copy of WWE 2K25 Standard Edition not available on Nintendo Switch 2. Digital copy will be automatically entitled to the platform account used to pre-order WWE 2K26 and available to download within 24 hours following pre-order. Offer is non-transferable and not available to platform accounts that already own WWE 2K25 on the same platform. Canceled pre-orders will result in removal of digital copy of WWE 2K25 from platform account. Terms apply.

***Limited time offer available through February 24, 2026, at 3AM AEDT for pre-orders of WWE 2K26 Attitude Era or Monday Night War Editions on PlayStation or Xbox. Bonus VC for WWE 2K26 will be automatically entitled in-game to the platform account used to pre-order. See console store pages for bonus WWE 2K25 VC redemption instructions. Offer is non-transferable. Internet connection and 2K Account required. Terms Apply.

****Exact release date of the WrestleMania 42 Pack content to be announced post-launch and subject to change. Content will be automatically delivered on release for PC users, available for download in the PlayStation store/Library tile for PS5 users, available for download in Microsoft Store for Xbox users, and available for download in the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2 users. WrestleMania 42 Pack will also be available for purchase separately.

About Take-Two Interactive Software

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. We develop and publish products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga. Our strategy is to create hit entertainment experiences, delivered on every platform relevant to our audience through a variety of sound business models. Our pillars – creativity, innovation, and efficiency – guide us as we strive to create the highest quality, most captivating experiences for our consumers. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com.

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Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers, and mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail and digital download. The Company is home to many talented development studios, including Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox and HB Studios. 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA® 2K; renowned BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization® and XCOM® brands; popular WWE® 2K and WWE® SuperCard franchises, TopSpin® as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR® 2K. Additional information about 2K and its products may be found at 2K.com and on the Company’s official social media channels.

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Perform wicked tricks while free-falling to score massive combos in this twisted aviation time loop!

Melbourne, Australia, January, 30th, 2026 –  Indie developer S-Bend Games is excited to announce their debut game, Freefall ‘95, a ‘90s-inspired, fast-falling, adrenaline-inducing experience filled with radical combo-creating action. A demo of the game has made its crash landing onto Steam today. Play as the sole survivor of a mid-air disaster plummeting through the first two levels of the game.

A Doomed Flight

Combine sick tricks, attempt deadly stunts, and collect items, all while dodging various airborne hazards, to build up brain-pleasing highscores. Once you finally kiss the ground, wake up on the plane, realizing you’re stuck in a twisted time loop, and do it all again. Inspired by classic arcade extreme sports games of the ‘90s, Freefall ‘95 takes the player back to simpler times with its nostalgic art style and soundtrack. 

Perform Radical Tricks for Massive Combos

Well, don’t just sit there, do something! Throughout your free fall, make use of the items nearest to you by grabbing broken parts, passenger belongings, or even…snakes? Then, fall with style while performing tricks like backflips, somersaults, and even the Worm. Chain together as many combos as you can before you eat the ground face-first! The demo offers access to the first two zones, each of which presents a checklist of challenges you must complete to advance. Aim for clean, smooth runs as you compete for high scores on the leaderboard!

Meet Your Fellow Passengers

While in the peaceful confines of the plane, interact with your fellow passengers and take on quests to discover what might be causing this aviation nightmare. Spend your hard-earned coins from previous runs on useful items and upgrades that’ll make future falls more fun. The demo features 2 upgradable items and 7 active traits to explore, altering each level in wild new ways.

Mind-Bending Gadgets and Abilities

As you progress through the first 2 levels, collect unique gadgets that change how you play. For example, use the Repulsor to clear your course of obstacles to make sure that your combo doesn’t get broken early. 

Demo Available Now!
Players can get a glimpse of Freefall ‘95 for themselves in the demo that’s live on Steam now. Be one of the first to experience the first two levels and try your hand at the high-falling, combo-flipping fun! 

Demo Features

• 2 varied levels, each with unique special items, landing locations and hazards to look out for.
• A deep combo system that allows for MASSIVE brain-pleasing numbers and scores.
• Arcade-like leaderboard with friends-only and worldwide options to keep it competitive and fun.
• Get a taste of the rich, time-bending narrative that will keep your brain wracking for answers.
• 9 total ability items and traits that allow the player to explore and experience levels in wild new ways.
• Experience unique arcade themed challenges and side quests to help your fellow passengers, including capture the ring, maximum combo challenges, and more!

Interested in the timey-wimey, fast-falling fun? Head over to Steam and try the demo of Freefall ‘95!

About S-Bend Games

S-Bend Games is a three-person indie games studio based in Melbourne, Australia, with a focus on creating unique and fun experiences. Formed in 2024, their first game is due to release in March 2026: Freefall ‘95, an exciting arcade/adventure game about falling from a catastrophic plane disaster!

Vienna, Austria / Helsinki, Finland, January 30th, 2026: No helmets required for this one! The first Wreckfest 2 Dev Blog is here, and the Bugbear crew is popping the hood on how the ultimate alternative motorsports experience is being built from the ground up.

In this first entry, the team dives deep into the all‑new career mode – a complete reimagining of how you’ll carve out your legend in Wreckfest 2. No more “win, unlock, repeat” – this time, you define your own path, whether you’re a clean‑driving racer, a full‑throttle crasher, or a chaos‑loving lawnmower aficionado.

Get an inside look at the game’s seven design pillars and the new multi‑discipline structure of Wreckfest 2’s upcoming career mode. For the developers, “career” is no longer just a fixed set of events, it’s the whole metagame representing your fantasy motorsports journey.

Ready to see what it takes to build a career worth wrecking? Read the full Dev Blog now and join the community conversation – your input might help shape the road ahead, as Bugbear is creating Wreckfest 2 for players, with players.

The dev blog on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1203190/view/492715550584078981

THQ Nordic Publisher Sale on Steam February 9th
Wreckfest 2 is included in THQ Nordic Publisher Sale on Steam, which runs through February 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM ET / 19:00 CET. Grab Wreckfest 2 at 20% off, and if you haven’t played where the mayhem began, the original Wreckfest is also discounted by 50%. Whether you’re jumping in for the first time or upgrading, it’s a great moment to get behind the wheel.
Buy Wreckfest 2 on Steam: https://thqn.net/wf2-steam
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About Bugbear Entertainment
Bugbear Entertainment is a game studio specializing in action driving. The company has been developing car games for sixteen years, starting with Rally Trophy (2001, PC). With over a decade of development under its belt, Bugbear Entertainment has successfully redefined the genre of action racing and is best known for the critically acclaimed demolition racing series FlatOut (2004-2007, PC, PS2™, Xbox, Xbox 360) and street racing title Ridge Racer Unbounded (2013, PC, PS3™, Xbox 360). 

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Bullets can only do so much — think outside the box to outwit mythic creatures

NEW ZEALAND — Jan. 30, 2026 — Keep your head on a swivel crawling through skull-filled caves in Folklore Hunter, the co-op urban legend hunting survival game developed by Liquid Donkey Games, as it fully launches out of Early Access today with its full 1.0 release.

Surviving an encounter with the beastly, horned Wendigo is one thing, but a vampire? Few return from that hunt. Gear up and trek out into dark forests, cavernous dens, abandoned military complexes, and more to track down mythical beasts of legends before they catch onto your scent. Once they sense you, even the best hunters succumb to their otherworldly presence.

Venture out on three major Story Hunts solo or with a group of supernatural stalkers to brave the Wendigo’s lair, investigate the vacant village now home to the vampiric Strigoi, and meet the Mothman eye-to-eye to face off in a battle of telepathic fortitude. Discover hidden secrets that lead to ancient practices meant to detain arcane monsters, and do what must be done to seal them away for the greater good…or free them forever. The choice is yours (so you think)!

Join the collective of hunters all suiting up for the chance to take on Mothman after years of training in Early Access with the full 1.0 launch now fully available. Customize personal loadouts with crucifixes, cameras, explosives, bear traps, batteries, and more to prepare for chaotic Contract Hunts where every pursuit presents randomized puzzle-filled environments to search.

“The Wendigo and Strigoi encounters have grown in scope and mechanics since we launched in Early Access in 2020,” said Jayde Cohen, Founder and sole developer at Liquid Donkey Games. “The community’s requested this hunt for years now. I can’t wait for everyone to take down the Mothman in 1.0, or at least try to — it’s particularly devious compared to the first two hunts, and choosing to free it instead can lead to some unpredictable outcomes I hope you find amusing.”

Folklore Hunter tracks down distant rumblings of surreal monstrosities today on PC via Steam for $17.99 as it launches into 1.0 out of Early Access with full Steam Workshop support for the community to create and share their own custom content and mods. For more information, follow developer Liquid Donkey Games on Twitter and join fellow survivors huddled around the fire over on Discord.

About Liquid Donkey Games

Liquid Donkey Games is an independent game development studio based out of New Zealand, founded and operated by solo developer Jayde Cohen. Creativity and fun fuel Jayde’s creations, and when combined with his passion for the suspenseful and foreboding bring about survival horror experiences like Folklore Hunter supported by the chaotic camaraderie of co-op. Jayde’s storytelling techniques embed themselves into the very worlds he creates, and offer a unique perspective of humanity told through interactive, emergent scenarios.

There is more than meets the eye to running this cozy gas station. Fuel up and join the playtest today!

[Delaware, United States – January 30th, 2026] — The Last Gas Station, the upcoming cozy-yet-mysterious gas station simulator developed by Alawar, is launching its first playtest today! After previous ownership disappeared, you’ve suddenly found yourself as the new manager of a gas station and quaint convenience store. It’s your job to transform this lonely, defunct gas station into a roadside wonder. One important note: the previous owner disappeared under mysterious circumstances. Might be worth keeping in mind as you open up shop.

In The Last Gas Station, electric vehicles have rendered gas stations almost obsolete, and turned gas itself into a relic lost to time. It’s your job to manage and grow this old gas station and cozy store into a thriving business for weary travellers who haven’t left gas behind just yet. Manage your gas station by stocking shelves with new goodies for hungry travellers, maintain the gas pumps, and customize the interiors and exteriors to truly make it your own. However, when night falls upon your unassuming gas station, something more sinister awakens in the wilderness. Seriously, don’t go outside.

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.
• Survive the Night – Lock the doors and turn off the lights. Strange things happen out here after sunset… and some of them remember you.
• 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 is a narrative-driven gas station simulator with vibrant pixel graphics and vibes that quickly shift from cozy to creepy with the drop of a hat. At its core, it’s a game about concepts rendered obsolete due to time and innovation and the effort it takes to keep something alive in a world that’s already moved on.

Ready to open up shop? Join the playtest for The Last Gas Station on Steam today to get a first glimpse into this narrative-rich sim. Wishlist The Last GasStation on Steam today and stay tuned for upcoming developer updates

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.

First exhibitors announced for expo, plus collaborations with NASCAR Hall of Fame and Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Golden Ticket experience, launched today

CHARLOTTE, USA, January 30, 2026  – The SimRacing Expo has announced the first exhibitors at their biggest expo ever in Charlotte, NC, USA from May 22-24 . Attendees will see and playtest the latest products and experiences from Asetek SimSports, eNASCAR, Fanatec, Giants Software, iRacing, Thrustmaster and more.

The SimRacing Expo has grown into the world’s largest consumer and trade show dedicated to virtual motorsport, uniting fans, developers, and hardware innovators under one roof. Over 11 years the event has evolved into a global meeting point for the entire SimRacing industry with over 24,000 visitors attending its 2025 Dortmund expo. 

In 2026, the SimRacing Expo comes to North America for the first time, featuring industry-leading exhibitors and a multi-day stage show filled with activities, reveals and announcements. Visitors will:

• Test the latest SimRacing hardware and software.
• Experience professional-grade racing simulators and setups.
• Discover legendary race cars up close.
• Meet real-world racing drivers and teams.
• Connect with top SimRacing content creators and the global community.

Visitors can also enjoy special access to the NASCAR Hall of Fame and Charlotte Motor Speedway via the Golden Ticket, launched today. This limited ticket offers a full weekend at the expo, entry to the NASCAR Hall of Fame on a chosen day, plus a pre-race Track Pass and Turn 4 seating for the iconic Coca-Cola 600 on the Sunday. Golden Tickets are strictly limited to 500.

“We’re thrilled to offer our attendees such a comprehensive motorsport package – from top tier exhibitors, to a multi-day stage show and the chance to see the Coca-Cola 600. And the surprises aren’t over, we’ll announce more attendees and experiences in the coming months,” said Michael Wamser, CEO of SimRacing Expo organisers, South West Vision USA.

Golden Tickets are available now for $299. Standard tickets are available for $29 with concessions available for students, senior citizens and people with disabilities. Visit the ticketing page at ticket.simracingexpo.com.

Keep up to date with all things SimRacing Expo at SimRacingExpo.com.

About SimRacing Expo
The SimRacing Expo has grown into the world’s largest consumer and trade show dedicated to virtual motorsport, uniting fans, developers, and hardware innovators under one roof. What began as a niche event with just a few thousand visitors has evolved into a global meeting point for the entire SimRacing industry. The SimRacing Expo perfectly reflects the growth of the SimRacing industry. By 2025, the event welcomed over 24,371 visitors and reached more than 155 million people on social media, proving its status as the central hub for the global SimRacing community.

Develop your character, experience a dramatic story in an open world and rule the land either alone or with friends in co-op mode

Oberhaching, Germany, January 30, 2026 – The thirst for blood is insatiable. It is time to rise from a decades long slumber and to start claiming your rightful place at the top of the food chain in broody Sangavia. Become Dragos, fight the inquisition and build an imposing castle as a symbol of your growing powers.

Development studioMehuman Games and German publisher Toplitz Productions are proud to jointly announce the Early Access release of their open world action adventure Vampires: Bloodlord Rising on Steam, Epic Games Store and GOG.com.  

The Early Access version is filled to the brim with content, featuring 5 distinct biomes, co-op multiplayer for up to four creatures of the night as well as an engaging core story. Over the course of the Early Access phase not only the invaluable feedback from the community will be adressed, but a plethora of content added, expanding on all gameplay systems from castle building to exploration and character development. 

Vampires: Bloodlord Rising is an open world action adventure set in a beautifully crafted, yet dangerous vampire realm. Sangavia features several distinct biomes, each offering unique missions, enemies and hidden secrets. Players unlock and evolve powerful vampire abilities while engaging in fast-paced, visceral combat against relentless foes. The story-driven experience is filled with suspense, memorable characters – and blood.

Beyond combat and exploration, you are tasked with growing your own vampire clan. Loyal servants carry out orders without hesitation, gathering resources and helping to construct and expand a customizable castle that reflects the your rule and ambitions.

You don’t have to face the inquisition alone: Up to 4 vampires can join forces, as they try to reclaim Sangavia from the iron grip of the inquisition and explore the beautiful open world of Vampires: Bloodlord Rising.  

The game is available today on PC in Early Access on Steam, GOG.com and Epic Games Store. More info can be found on the respective store product pages. Or join our Discord to get the latest infos not only on Vampires: Bloodlord Rising, but all exciting titles from Toplitz Productions.

Game Features at a glance: 

• Open world with distinct biomes 
• Castle building & vampire clan management 
• Solo & co-op for up to four players 
• Story-driven campaign with gothic atmosphere 

Planned content for the Early Access phase: 

• Land expansion 
• Story expansion 
• New crafting recipes and buildable items 
• New world dangers and enemies 
• Rare crafts and enhancements 
• Additional castle building slots 
• New character abilities and forms 
• Character creation 

About Mehuman Games
Mehuman Games is a team of nearly twenty professionals – from artists to gameplay designers to programmers. At the heart of this passionate group are members of the former Movie Games Lunarium – the studio responsible for the undeniably successful games Lust from Beyond and Lust for Darkness. Currently we are combining our passion for telling unique stories with the latest technological solutions of the Unreal 5 engine to venture into the opportunities of combining epic storytelling with open world sandbox gameplay. 

About Toplitz Productions
The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with “heart & soul” for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.