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The popular open-world RPG DragonSword: Awakening is expanding to consoles following a strong initial performance on Steam.
The top-selling game Meccha Chameleon faces a double security breach involving malware-laden user maps and a compromised Discord server.
Palworld hits major milestones as player counts surge following the release of version 1.0.
Steam has introduced significant updates to its platform, allowing users to categorize wishlists and utilize new guest checkout features.
Bungie’s upcoming title Marathon faces scrutiny as Steam concurrent player counts fall below 1,000.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced faces dual scrutiny as positive reviews meet labor strikes at Ubisoft Barcelona.
An indie game developer has transformed photographs of his wife into a grotesque RPG boss, citing 'mutual trolling' as the inspiration.
The rise of AI-assisted 'vibe coding' is fueling a surge in the rapid cloning of indie video games, sparking concerns for discoverability on storefronts.
The game Agefield High is confirmed for an August Steam launch, with console versions for the PS5 currently awaiting a release date.
Palworld has seen a massive surge in concurrent PC players following the release of its 1.0 update, climbing past Dota 2 on Steam.
'Palworld' and its 1.0 update dominate Steam’s all-time player count records—here’s what’s driving the surge
Ubisoft’s *Assassin’s Creed Black Flag* remake ignites backlash over $85 of DLC in a $60 game—while sales surge and reviews flip.
A hand-drawn ARPG with dual protagonists and a dark fantasy twist debuts on PC July 29
Palworld 1.0 has launched on Steam, driving player counts to historic levels and marking a major shift for the title as it exits early access.
'Cyberpunk 2077' just shattered a decade-long sales record—and its resurgence is rewriting gaming economics
Valve has introduced Steam Machine and SteamOS verification ratings to the Steam store, impacting how users identify compatible hardware.
Palworld officially exits early access with a 1.0 release, introducing new content, platform achievements, and high player engagement.
Palworld’s 1.0 launch date revealed—players brace for early access exit and live-service shift
Cyberpunk 2077 has reached 40 million copies sold, marking a significant sales milestone for CD Projekt following its 2020 release.
Bithell Games has announced Vampirium: 1997, an immersive sim set in an alternate England ruled by Dracula.
A $6 indie game about digital camouflage just outsold Nintendo’s biggest hits in record time
Cyberpunk 2077 has reached a total of 40 million units sold, marking a significant milestone for CD Projekt Red.
Cyberpunk 2077 has reached its highest player count in 2.5 years, driven by a combination of a seasonal sale and promotional activity for new content.
The annual Steam Summer Sale has launched, featuring discounts reaching up to 90% across thousands of titles.
The Steam Summer Sale 2026 has officially launched, bringing widespread discounts to thousands of PC and VR gaming titles.
Bungie’s *Destiny 2* finale sparks a 2-year player surge—even as the game’s era ends.
A new Steam title titled 'Congratulations On Your Purchase' has gained attention for its $1,000 price point and lack of traditional gameplay.
A new data analysis reveals that Steam games utilizing generative AI face significant hurdles regarding player reviews and sales performance.