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Build, explore, and flourish – The cozy survival game Solarpunk launches on June 8 for PC and consoles

In addition to its release on PC, Solarpunk will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Darmstadt, Germany – April 9th, 2026 – Indie publisher rokaplay and indie developer Cyberware have announced the release date of their cozy survival adventure Solarpunk during today’s Triple-I Showcase. Starting June 8th, 2026, get ready to oil the windmills, clean the solar panels, and climb aboard the airship, for an unforgettable island exploration adventure. Fans of the genre will be able to enjoy Solarpunk on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GoG, as well as on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, andNintendo Switch 2.

Solarpunk lets players explore a unique, peaceful world high above the clouds, alone or together with friends. Ever since its announcement, the indie game has been winning over the hearts of cozy and survival game fans all across the world, generating over a million wishlists so far and becoming one of the 30 “Most wishlisted Games” on Steam – an incredible accomplishment for the small two-person dev team behind Solarpunk. With over 500.000 demo downloads during Steam Next Fest, the game has managed to build a passionate and loyal community. The German-based duo created Solarpunk with a unique vision and a passion for the game, allowing players to discover many exciting and charming details in the vast sky.

At launch, Solarpunk will feature a co-op mode where up to four players can embark on an adventure together (cross-play not supported). From strategically dividing up resource-gathering tasks to travelling together to explore different islands, to building one or many beautiful homes, the broad sky is only half as lonely when shared with friends.

Key Features:

  • Together or solo – A relaxed single-player experience or laid-back co-op gameplay with friends.
  • A home in the sky – Gather resources and design a floating sanctuary exactly the way you want it.
  • Cozy farming and crafting – Grow food, craft tools, and automate simple systems at your own pace.
  • Renewable Energy – Harness the sun, wind, and water to power your world sustainably and efficiently.
  • Airship exploration – Build your own airship and glide through the clouds between distant islands.

Solarpunkwill be launching on June 8th, 2026, on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GoG, as well as on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Cozy game fans and survival experts looking for a relaxing break from the usual survival stress can add the game to their wishlist now!

About Solarpunk

Solarpunk is a cozy survival and crafting game set in a hopeful, high-tech world filled with floating islands. Alone or in co-op mode, players can build homes in the sky, grow crops, craft useful gadgets, and explore distant islands in their own customizable airship.

Using renewable energy from the sun, wind, and water, they can power their creations and automate daily tasks like gathering resources and watering plants, leaving them more time to explore, decorate, and enjoy the view.

About rokaplay

“We make cozy and family-friendly games” — rokaplay GmbH, based in Darmstadt, is an indie game developer that helps other indie developers bring their dream games to life. Rokaplay offers cross-platform entertainment for people of all ages and, among others, drew inspiration from Nintendo. For the company, proactive and transparent communication with its community is an important and indispensable part of its work. More information about rokaplay: https://www.rokaplay.com

The Jackbox Party Essentials Now Available on Netflix

Jackbox Games brings must-play hits from the series that has delighted tens of millions of players to the world’s biggest streaming service 

CHICAGO (April 9, 2026) – The Jackbox Party Essentials, a curated collection of three beloved party games is now available on Netflix. Starting today, all you need is Netflix and your phone for unforgettable game nights from the comfort of your living room. (https://www.netflix.com/games?jbv=82089527)

Three Games in One Essential Pack.

We’ve included three of the most popular and well-loved games in the Party Pack franchise for The Jackbox Party Essentials.

Fibbage 4
2-8 Players

The hilarious bluffing party game in which players craft convincing fake answers to bizarre trivia questions and try to fool their friends, all while trying to find the real answer themselves. With so many game categories and questions, the lies never get old.

Quiplash 3
3-8 Players

This classic and hilarious battle of wits will have players going up against each other to write the funniest, cleverest or just strangest answers to quirky prompts. Players will then vote for their favorite responses and the quip with the most votes wins. 

Drawful 2
3-8 Players

The game of bad drawings and even worse guesses. You don’t need to be an artist to play Drawful, but you do need to try to figure out what each player has submitted. If you think you have it figured out, you may score points. Or you can score points for successfully drawing your own ridiculous prompt. 

“Partnering with Netflix gives us an exciting new way to introduce Jackbox to even more players, while giving longtime fans a fun new way to enjoy the laughter and connection at the heart of our games. We’re thrilled to bring Quiplash 3, Fibbage 4, and Drawful 2 to Netflix subscribers.”

Andy Kniaz, VP of International & Business Development

How to Play

Playing The Jackbox Party Essentials is simple. All you need is an active Netflix account. Learn more about Netflix games here. Connect to Jackbox games by scanning the QR code displayed on your TV and then your phone will act as your controller. 

About Jackbox Games

Jackbox Games is a video game developer and publisher based in Chicago, Illinois best known for The Jackbox Party Pack franchise. Jackbox games are available on virtually every major platform and have been played and enjoyed by tens of millions of people worldwide. For more information visit https://linktr.ee/jackboxgames

Fight with Flavor! Town of Zoz Now Available on Steam

Save a Village through Cooking and Courage 

Los Angeles, CA – April 9, 2026 – Balor Games and Studio Pixanoh are thrilled to announce that Town of Zoz is now available on PC via Steam. The narrative RPG, rooted in Latin American culture, makes every meal an adventure. Players will uncover secrets, heal a village and forge bonds through magical cooking, fast-paced combat, relaxing farming and a heartfelt journey.

Feast your eyes on the Official Town of Zoz Launch Trailer:

In the Town of Zoz, players become Ito, a young shaman chef returning to his family’s farm and restaurant in a vibrant village. As mysterious forces cast a dark cloud over the once-peaceful town, Ito embarks on a journey to uncover the ancient secrets threatening his family and friends. Players hunt magical creatures, gather ingredients, cook meals that strengthen bonds with townsfolk, and slash through shadows alongside a shapeshifting spirit companion. Every dish prepared and every relationship forged brings the village closer to healing and reveals the hidden truths of its forbidden past in a story rich with warmth, mystery, and magic.

Town of Zoz is a love letter to anime and the golden Y2K era of JRPGs. The developers set out to create a world and game deeply inspired by their favorite classics, while also infusing it with the rich flavors and culture of Latin America. Max Gonzalez, Creative/Art Director even drew on personal experiences to bring food to life in Town of Zoz. He infused the game with Latin American dishes he craves when he personally misses his mom’s cooking or shares with friends, turning those memories into in-game recipes. These magical recipes are the key to solving problems and strengthening the community.

“Cooking has always been a way to connect with family and friends,” said Max Gonzalez, Creative/Art Director. “In Town of Zoz, players gather ingredients and prepare meals to cultivate relationships with villagers. I wanted players to feel the same sense of connection that cooking gives me. Unlocking memories, forging bonds, and sharing meaningful moments. Each recipe reflects a piece of my life and the traditions that shaped me.”

Key Features

  • Friendship awaits: Carve your path through a story-driven campaign alongside Zee, your shapeshifting spirit companion, as well as a vibrant cast of allies including a water-slinging plant warrior and an all-star ball player. Each companion brings their own unique abilities and personality to your journey.
  • Cooking saves the day: Certain villagers carry stories just waiting to unfold, and Ito’s magical recipes including Pupusas, Beef Empanadas and Tres Leches, are the key to solving problems and strengthening your community. Harvest crops and cook powerful meals that fuel your journey, granting varying buffs as you face rare and dangerous magical creatures.
  • From relaxing to nightmarish: Take on Village Nightmares, challenging dungeons manifested from villagers’ minds, and bring them peace. Shift seamlessly between high-stakes, fast-paced combat and the warmth of emotional cooking and relaxing farming.
  • Gorgeous modern fantasy: Immerse yourself in the striking, hand-crafted art that brings Zoz to life.

For more information, visit studiopixanoh.com/townofzoz

About Balor Games 

Built for inventors, backed by believers. Balor Games is a “Triple I” independent game publisher dedicated to long-term stewardship of high-quality creative works. Formed by former leaders of Humble Games, Balor Games oversees an expansive catalog of acclaimed indie games. The company aims to serve as a cultural curator for independent games, while providing expertise, resources, and belief-driven support to visionary developers.

About Studio Pixanoh

Studio Pixanoh is a fully remote indie studio based in Los Angeles, and employs 26 passionate developers in North America, South America, and Europe. Their goal is to create exciting new experiences inspired by classic games and anime, updated to modern standards.

They are driven to create vibrant, unique worlds that bring new and exciting twists to the tried-and-true gameplay we love. They focus on creating experiences that are nostalgic while pushing the boundaries of what the game can offer. Town of Zoz is their first title.

Saddle Up For Far Far West, The Co-op Cowboy Shooter With A Spooky Twist, Launching on Steam April 28

Grab your guns, spells, friends and get ready for a good ol’ western duel 

LONDON (April 9, 2026) – Load up your six-shooters and warm up those fireballs because Far Far West is bringing all the co-op FPS robot cowboy action you can handle to PC via Steam on April 28. Developer Evil Raptor (Pumpkin Jack, Akimbot) and publisher Fireshine Games (Core Keeper, Denshattack!) unveiled the launch date today during the Triple-I Initiative, alongside a new trailer chock full of gunslinging action and occult creatures: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3124540/Far_Far_West/

Whether you’re a solo gunslinger or rolling with a crew, the undead foes awaiting you in Far Far West are unlike anything you’ve faced before. When a skeletal pterodactyl is looking to make you its next meal, or a hulking steam engine has gone off the rails to smear you into paste, robot cowboys are the most normal thing in this world. Each outing will leave you with another tale to tell around the campfire, but also another contract you’ll be itching to chase. With Far Far West’s previous Steam demo achieving a 98% “Overwhelmingly Positive” score with over 6,000 reviews, this is not one to miss.

Stepping into the dusty boots of a bounty hunter taking on contracts from your humble western town, it is up to you to choose your arsenal, upgrade your gear and abilities and take on increasingly deadly challenges to earn your precious loot. No two contracts will play out the same, with enemies, upgrades and weapons keeping even the most seasoned shooters on their toes.

Your trusty western arsenal of six-shooters, rifles and shotguns won’t be enough to survive this particularly mystical set of foes. You’ll need to be just as quick to throw out a fireball as you are on the trigger to make it back to the train alive and claim your prize.

All that loot isn’t just for bragging rights. Upgrade your guns, power up your spells and even grab yourself (and your horse) a fresh look with unique skins.

About Fireshine Games

Fireshine Games is a global publisher of digital and physical video games based in London, England, with a focus on finding fun and bringing innovative indie gems to players around the world. Originally established in 2014, Fireshine Games has built a portfolio of digital titles and indie sensations, including award-winning titles Core Keeper and Shadows of Doubt, while partnering with studio giants to bring digital hits to physical release, including Lies of P from Neowiz, Balatro from Playstack, and Planet Zoo: Console Edition from Frontier Developments. Fireshine Games is part of the EG7 group of companies. For more information on Fireshine Games and its titles, visit the official website at fireshinegames.co.uk.

About Evil Raptor

Evil Raptor is a small French independent studio founded in 2020. Comprised of eight people, they are passionate about making games and sparking joy in people’s minds. After the success following the release of Pumpkin Jack in 2020, they were able to formally create Evil Raptor and work on Akimbot and, most recently, Far Far West!

The Ultimate Darts Simulator, Darts VR2: Bullseye, is Out Now

Beware the zombie hordes!

London, UK, 9th April 2026 – If you thought that darts was a simple pub game, then prepare yourself because the zombie hordes are coming! Gamitronics and Evolution Publishing are thrilled to announce the arrival of the ultimate game of darts, Darts VR2: Bullseye. Now available in Early Access for Meta Quest headsets, PSVR 2 and on SteamVR. 

You may have fought zombies in the past with shotguns and grenade launchers, but that made killing them too easy. In Darts VR2: Bullseye’s “Zombie Mode”, all you have is a pointy dart and your own skill to hit those hordes right between the eyes. In this wave-based mode, the zombies shuffle in from various entrances, and you need to take them all out to survive. Some are faster than others, but thankfully, you’ve got a few explosive-tipped darts in your back pocket just in case. Use them wisely!

When taking a break from the zombie hordes, step into the Darts VR2: Bullseye bar and play a more leisurely game of “Around the World”, scoring hits in sequence. And for the darts aficionados amongst you, the “501 Mode” delivers classic darts in all its glory. Expertly showcasing the physics-based gameplay mechanics that make Darts VR2: Bullseye so realistic.  

“It’s the day we’ve been building up to for so long. We can’t wait to get Darts VR2: Bullseye into the hands of players worldwide,“ said Kevin Joyce, CEO of Evolution Publishing. “As an Early Access title, we’ll continue to enhance the features and gameplay, ensuring that Darts VR2: Bullseye is the ultimate VR darts game.”

Darts VR2: Bullseye Key Features:

  • Play your way
    • 501 – Play just like the pros
    • Around the World – Hit each number in sequence
    • Killstreak – You need to be laser-focused to hit a wild streak!
    • Zombies – Survive wave after wave of undead attacks
  • Solo & Online – Enjoy both single-player and multiplayer modes
  • Physics-Based Darts – Finely tuned physics mean the darts behave like darts
  • Online Leaderboards – Compete with players around the world
  • Tournaments – Create your own or join worldwide tournaments
  • Customise – Select new dart liveries, hats, sunglasses and gloves

Darts VR2: Bullseye is available now in Early Access for Meta Quest 3/3S & Quest 2, PlayStation VR 2, and PCVR on Steam, priced at £12.99 GBP/$14.99 USD/€13.99 EUR.

Darts VR2: Bullseye – Horizon Store| Steam| PlayStation Store|  

About Darts VR2: Bullseye:

Darts VR2: Bullseye is the next evolution of immersive darts gameplay, bringing precision, competition, and casual fun to virtual reality. Whether you’re aiming for the championship trophy, battling zombie hordes, mastering 501 Mode, or just throwing darts for fun, this game has something for everyone.

About Gamitronics:

A pioneer in the world of VR gaming, specialising in simulators and sports, Gamitronics released its acclaimed Darts VR back in 2017 for PCVR gamers. Now, almost 10 years on, the studio has returned to the sport that has captured fans the world over, Darts VR2: Bullseye.

About Evolution Publishing:

A specialist within the field of XR, Evolution Publishing has quickly built an enviable reputation for its focus on defining market-leading games and apps that highlight the true power and potential of immersive gaming. Its latest project is the highly anticipated Darts VR2: Bullseye.

BRING OUT YOUR DEAD! MORTUARY SIM GRAVEYARD KEEPER 2 REVEALED AT TRIPLE-I INITIATIVE, COMING THIS YEAR TO PC & CONSOLES

tinyBuild’s beloved cemetery management series rises again on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 with more immersion, more automation and MORE ZOMBIES!

The original smash-hit Graveyard Keeper is free to own on Steam, PlayStation and Xbox for a limited time

SEATTLE April 9, 2026 – Video game publisher tinyBuild (Potion Craft, Kingmakers, The King is Watching) and developer Lazy Bear Games are thrilled to announce Graveyard Keeper 2, the next iteration of the most inaccurate medieval cemetery management sim of all time, revealed during today’s Triple-I Initiative Showcase and coming later this year to PC and consoles! Check out the debut trailer now and get a first look at the game’s new and improved graveyard keeping, zombified automation, epic battles, enhanced pixel-art visuals, and more.

To celebrate today’s announcement, tinyBuild invites you to experience the original Graveyard Keeper, free to claim on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One now until April 13!

Welcome to Graveyard Keeper 2 – the sequel to the original, unhinged classic which has sold over four million units! Restore the town and lead your own loyal undead army into battle to save the realm from the zombie apocalypse.

Key Features

  • CORPSE BURYING YOU KNOW & LOVE: All the Graveyard Keeping, grotesque characters and twisted humor you love is back! Manage your graveyard, craft, upgrade abilities, complete engaging storylines, fish, trade, customize your character and so much more!
  • A TOWN TO DIE FOR: Explore a massive town overrun by the undead, helping the townsfolk rebuild while earning some revenue along the way. Explore tons of varied locations and travel between areas with the convenient city map.
  • IT’S TIME TO BITE BACK: Craft mighty armor and weapons and send your party to the frontlines of the zombie horde. Return with powerful loot and liberate new areas of the city while building towers and fortifications to defend your territory. The zombies won’t know what bit them!
  • MANAGE. GRIND. AUTOMATE: Build and manage your own medieval graveyard. Harvest flora, fauna, and human remains to build extraordinary machinery, automate production, and expand your graveyard for pure profit.

Graveyard Keeper 2 will launch on Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 later this year. It is available to wishlist today on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch.

About Lazy Bear Games

Lazy Bear Games is an independent game studio from Lithuania, returning with Graveyard Keeper 2, the sequel to the original, unhinged classic! The studio is known for its legendary humor and art style across various franchises, like Punch Club, Swag and Sorcery, Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story and, of course, Graveyard Keeper.

About tinyBuild

tinyBuild started as an indie game developer and morphed into a developer-publisher you can’t miss. The company’s dedication to creating long-term partnerships and elevating recognizable franchises has resulted in many successful collaborations with talented developers from all over the world. The company has released dozens of games, including the Hello Neighbor series, Graveyard Keeper, SpeedRunners, DUCKSIDE, The King is Watching and more. Although headquartered in the Seattle area, USA, the company has established a strong global presence with studios across the US, the Netherlands, and Eastern Europe. https://www.tinybuild.com

NETMARBLE UNVEILS CORE CONTENT IN MONGIL: STAR DIVE ONLINE SHOWCASE AHEAD OF GLOBAL LAUNCH

LOS ANGELES – APRIL 9, 2026 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, has shared key details for its upcoming monster-taming action RPG MONGIL: STAR DIVE during an online showcase.

Held ahead of the game’s April 15 global launch, the showcase introduced key game systems and upcoming content while engaging with players worldwide. The event featured VTuber “MiFlat” and popular gaming YouTuber “TesterHoon,” who joined Netmarble Monster PD Dong Jo Lee and Netmarble Business Team Leader Dong Ki Kang to present the game.

The showcase highlighted the game’s core “Monsterling Collection” system that centers on capturing, collecting, and synthesizing monsters. The three-character, party-based, real-time tag system emphasizes intuitive controls and fast-paced combat. Manual control enhances responsiveness, while features such as part destruction and weak point targeting introduce strategic depth based on player familiarity with each character.

Netmarble also shared plans for ongoing player engagement through global online and offline events following launch. Dong Ki Kang stated that various offline programs, including pop-up stores, event zones, and merchandise events, are planned worldwide, with further details to be announced. Ahead of launch, a live broadcast featuring Japanese voice actors and influencers is scheduled for April 13, while additional regional events such as a collaboration café in Taiwan are also in preparation.

Post-launch content plans were also revealed, including Episode 6, which will explore deeper narratives set in the Far East region. The company also confirmed plans to expand to console platforms, including PlayStation 5 and Xbox.

Following the launch, Esther will be featured as the first event summon character being one of the most popular figures with a maid appearance in the MONGIL: STAR DIVE universe.  Various in-game events will offer rewards including profile backgrounds and growth-support items. A special showcase coupon code was also revealed, granting access to the “Artifact: Overflowing Love.”

The showcase also marked the first reveal of the upcoming Legendary Monster “Reginula.” According to PD Dong Jo Lee, Legendary Monsters are designed as an ultimate objective for players, supported by more dynamic and intense combat experiences.

MONGIL: STAR DIVE is the long-awaited sequel to the beloved 2013 mobile collectible RPG Monster Taming. Built with Unreal Engine 5, the game delivers cinematic storytelling and dynamic real-time combat centered on a three-character tag system. The “Monsterling Collection” system supports the capture, collection, and synthesis of monsters, adding strategic depth to gameplay.

Global pre-registration is currently underway ahead of launch. Registration via the official website provides access to the “Francis” character, while additional rewards are available through the App Store and Google Play, including Summoning Tickets known as “Compass of Promise.”

More information can be found on the official website, Epic Games Store page, and official social channels.

About Netmarble Corporation

Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, RAVEN2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

Nightmarish Life Sim RPG Neverway Unearths October Release Window in a Gorgeous New Trailer & Drops Free Playable Prologue on Steam – Available Now

400,000 wishlists strong, Neverway turns you into the immortal herald of a dead God. Make friends, fight through horrors and keep your life from falling apart

Vancouver, Canada (April 9, 2026) – Developer Coldblood Inc. dropped the playable prologue for its highly anticipated life-simulator-meets-RPG-nightmare-adventure, Neverway, today. The prologue is available now for free on Steam as the trio also reveals the game’s spooky season launch timeframe of October on PC (Steam) and Nintendo Switch. The news debuted alongside a brand-new trailer showcasing more of what players can expect from this incredibly unique title: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2318330/Neverway/

Step into the shoes of Fiona, who, after quitting her dead end job, starts over with a farm. However, she quickly finds herself the immortal herald of a dead god, unraveling a new life of psychological horror. She needs to balance her new life, not disappoint her friends and… something is seriously wrong about all of this.

As you fight to pick yourself back up the search will begin for Neverway, a nightmare reality that is slowly blending with your own world. Can you figure out what’s really going on here? Actually, maybe just focusing on her new life will be all Fiona needs to get back on her feet instead. Surely…

The playable prologue invites players to about an hour of the game, including the opening, which explores how Fiona gets to her new island home. The prologue then drops you into a mind-boggling midgame segment of Neverway that reveals that nothing is truly as it seems, transporting you into a simulation where you’ll try to piece together what is happening around you and fight your way deeper into Fiona’s memories.

Neverway’s soundtrack is spearheaded by acclaimed composer Disasterpeace (Fez, Hyper Light Drifter, It Follows, Marcel the Shell with Shoes On), adding a deeply haunting soundscape woven into the game’sstunning, monochromatic pixel-art world. 

Coldblood Inc. is a three-person, Vancouver based studio. Neverway is co-directed by Pedro Medeiros, the artist behind acclaimed indie hits Celeste and TowerFall and Isadora Sophia, previously a Senior Software Engineer at Microsoft, who created Neverway’s Murder Engine. They’re joined by Heidy Motta, who helms operations and community, previously from Celeste and TowerFall. Neverway is being funded by Outersloth, the funding arm of Innersloth (Among Us)

Keep up with all things Neverway at https://neverwaygame.com/and Coldblood Inc. at https://coldbloodinc.studio/

About Coldblood Inc.

Coldblood Inc. is a studio co-founded by Pedro Medeiros and Isadora, both Brazilian-Canadian developers based in Vancouver. Pedro is an industry veteran, known as the pixel artist of Celeste and Towerfall. Isadora is a deeply technical programmer, who quit her job as a senior engineer at Microsoft to focus on Neverway and her custom engine. Later joined by Heidy Motta, previously community and operations manager for Celeste and TowerFall.  Neverway is our debut title, self-published and funded by Outersloth.

RAISE ANCHOR! WINDROSE, THE SWASHBUCKLING SURVIVAL-ADVENTURE GAME, SETS SAIL INTO PC EARLY ACCESS ON APRIL 14

Cast off and live the life of a pirate in a massive open world filled with epic quests, combat and high-seas naval battles in solo or co-op play! Yarrr!

TORTUGA April 9, 2026 — Ahoy, ye sea dogs! During today’s Triple-i Initiative showcase, the buccaneers at Windrose Crew announced that Windrose, their co-op pirate survival-adventure game, is set to launch into Early Access on Steam, the Epic Games Store and Stove on April 14. The 8th most wishlisted game on Steam, Windrose invites potential pirates to sail the open seas as a captain on the quest for revenge, alone or in crews of up to four players.

It’s time to embark on your great pirate adventure! Explore three diverse biomes with quests to complete, enemies to fight in souls-lite-inspired combat, and handcrafted points of interest to discover in a procedurally generated world. Take down epic bosses with an armory of unique weapons, including sabers, maces, muskets and more. Improve your reputation with various factions, trade, farm, fish and build a pirate haven of your own – and of course command your own vessel in brutal naval combat with boarding actions. The high seas are yours for the taking!

After a breakout Steam Next Fest demo that saw over 850,000 players begin their adventures, the Early Access launch of Windrose will provide dozens of hours of content and fan-requested features from the demo! Create the perfect pirate playstyle and progress your character with skillpoints, talents and armor sets. Experience seamless land-to-ship gameplay with a focus on exploration, base building and combat. Sail the open seas with three new ships, and one of the most-requested features from the demo, co-op ship battles, where a crew can share control of a vessel’s weaponry, teaming up to take down the enemy.

Key Features

  • A Pirate Tale for the Ages: Welcome to the Age of Piracy! You are a captain who dares to challenge the legendary Blackbeard. What starts as a grounded story of survival and revenge will put you in the middle of a conflict between empires, pirate clans and mysterious dark powers looming on the horizon.
  • Conquer the Seas: Answer the call of the seas and move seamlessly between ship and shore. Naval combat is shaped by your decisions, whether you’re trading cannon fire at range or closing in for fierce boarding actions. Equip and customize your ship to suit your playstyle, from nimble ketch to versatile brig and monstrous frigate. And when the cannons go silent, claim your spoils and share a sea shanty with your crew as you sail onward.
  • Survival Perfected: Establish a foothold in vibrant, diverse biomes, gather resources, and build to your own taste, from simple shelters to elaborate mansions and fully developed forts. Recruit NPCs and grow your settlement to speed up harvesting and production. Venture into the uncharted lands, featuring nearly 100 handcrafted points of interest (dungeons, ancient temples, shipwrecks, abandoned camps and more) containing a wide variety of secrets and treasures, though such rewards rarely come without risk.
  • Become the Savviest Swashbuckler: Hack, slash, bash and shoot your way to glory! Master a vast arsenal of melee weapons and firearms, parry and dodge enemy attacks, and make good use of different strikes to gain the upper hand. Put your skills to the test against challenging bosses – defeat them and plunder their treasures!

Wishlist Windrose on Steam ahead of its April 14 launch.

About Windrose Crew

Windrose Crew is an experienced team of developers dedicated to bringing the open seas to fans around the world with their upcoming pirate survival adventure game Windrose.

Sigma Star Saga DX Review

Sigma Star Saga DX

Developer: WayForward
Publisher: WayForward
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Switch (Reviewed)
Release Date: April 7th, 2026
Price: $19.99 USD – Available Here

Overview

When you are a developer known for your quality for decades, people take notice. WayForward‘s track record for greatness goes back a long way, and we are now being treated to a port of a classic for modern consoles. Sigma Star Saga DX is ready for another swing at success, bringing with it a blend of genres with a deep narrative. Does this classic still have legs, or is this one that misses the mark? Let’s find out.

Story

If there is anything that stands out the most for Sigma Star Saga, it’s the story within. Players take the role as Ian Recker as he finds himself in a sci-fi plot to save the universe from an alien species known as The Krill, who are out to develop a weapon that challenges the safety of all living things. Along with Team Sigma, Recker must save the world while travelling to worlds far and wide as the narrative opens up in pretty awesome ways, with each choice possibly leading to a different outcome.

In a way, it’s Mass Effect before Mass Effect. There are females to impress, matter to find, and powers that have to be stopped from getting into the wrong hands. It’s surprising that this ambition was used on the Game Boy Advance, but like years prior, WayForward were known for pushing the limits at the end of a platform’s life, and this title is no exception. Sure, the story can feel a bit oddly paced and even has some generic tropes running through it, but I really respect the energy of this plot and how hard it tries to captivate the player, even if the delivery isn’t always so smooth.

Gameplay

Blending genres is always a risk, and I can’t say it pays off a lot for this title as a whole. By no means is the gameplay not smooth and what we would expect from WayForward, but the execution here leaves a bit to be desired. Players start off right in a hectic side-scrolling space shooter which, while difficult, is a very exciting way to start the experience. Everything in these portions is fairly standard fare. You have your standard weapons, bombs, power-ups, and simply scroll along until the end, attempting to survive onslaughts of bullets that rain down. While that is fine, there is repetition to these stages, and they can get a bit tiring as you try to progress. There are some quality-of-life upgrades added in the DX version, but they do little to really change the formula of the original product.

On foot portions of the game play out as an action-RPG with a top-down perspective. You explore and find items that progress the gameplay and story in these parts, fighting enemies with decent combat mechanics in tow. It’s weird that two portions of the game that feel so fluid don’t seem to feel interconnected, but that is kind of how Sigma Star Saga is. The progression system is fine, and even jumping back and forth between gameplay elements works, but rehashing the same areas gets old quickly, and this game feels padded and quickly gets tedious due to the nature of moving forward.

The game is still solid and really picks up with challenge, but having to have one great moment of satisfaction by beating an area, only to have to do it over and over again, is where the rust starts. By the end of the game, I was left with a feeling of simply wanting to stay on the ground and out of the skies, and simply finish it to get that last bit of story. The high points are great, but the journey between those points comes at a bit of a cost. WayForward did a lot to polish the experience for this version, and it shows, but the pacing is still a little bit of a headache overall.

Audio

I mean, the soundtrack is outstanding here. I think that is to be expected, but nevertheless, these tunes are great and still hold up well. There is a lot of thought put into each area’s score, and it shows most during story segments, where the game successfully makes small moments feel more important due to the music within. The sound effects are also solid, giving players a nice balance of that retro “pew-pew”, with great destruction and fight noises throughout.

Visuals

It is so odd how this game looks this good for the Game Boy Advance era, but alas, this is another winner. Full of colour, crisp sprites, and massive detail, these worlds are a joy to see and explore. Maybe that is why it is kind of frustrating for the pacing. With all of the beautiful world designs, it would be nice to get more variation when having to re-do areas, as some fall flat the second time around due to feeling more of the same.

Overall

I remember this title when it came out, as it was always kind of a bargain bin game. That isn’t any strike against Sigma Star Saga, as most late titles that were not Mario were knocked down quickly for the GBA, but this one was one I remember snagging due to its low cost and being impressed with during the original run, but kind of forgot about due to the massive DS landslide that would come shortly after. Sigma Star Saga DX is a welcome reminder of that era and that kind of release. Sure, it’s not perfect, but it does pack a punch, delivering a space epic in small scope and high ambition.

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