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Deck-building roguelite DeckLand blends tactical board movement, familiar summoning, and innovative card synthesis in a dark Eastern fantasy world, as the good half of fallen Master Lang journeys with companion Lilith to avert catastrophe.

The Steam Next Fest demo, available from February 23rd lets players experience precise positioning, formation building with monster familiars, breakthrough-focused mobility versus combat decks, and merging cards for powerful effects.

DeckLand enters Steam Early Access on March 23rd with later releases planned for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. 2/20/2026

Extraction action THE CUBE, SAVE US launches its final large-scale Server Slam Test to verify stability, core systems, and anti-cheat measures ahead of Early Access.

The 72-hour test is running until February 22nd and features the new boss mutant Yaksha on the Temple map, additional mutants, dedicated equipment system from elite/boss defeats, UI/UX improvements, optimizations, and new cosmetics based on player feedback.

Following a strong Steam Next Fest performance, XLGAMES uses this test to refine quality and incorporate input before the Q1 2026 Early Access release. 2/20/2026

Arcade rail shooter remake The House of the Dead 2: Remake brings intense undead combat to modern platforms with updated visuals, audio, precise aiming, multiple routes, and varied endings based on solo or co-op play.

AMS agents James Taylor and Gary Stewart, joined by Amy Crystal, battle hordes and bosses in Italy two years after the original outbreak to save survivors in this fast-paced classic revival.

The limited Infect’Edition physical release, featuring the full game, sleeve, and 3 holographic cards, is now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. 2/20/2026

First-person survival adventure Among the Trolls immerses players in Finnish wilderness folklore, where protagonist Anna searches for her missing family amid a sentient forest that responds to actions.

The playable demo, launched for Steam Next Fest showcases survival mechanics like managing hunger/thirst, resource gathering, crafting shelters/tools, and exploration blending quiet moments with intense action.

Developed by Avantgarden and published by 505 Pulse, the game enters Steam Early Access in Summer 2026. 2/20/2026

Soulslike deck-builder Death Howl fuses methodical grid-based combat with deep card crafting and shamanic totems, as grieving mother Ro ventures into the spirit realm to reclaim her son.

Players scavenge for ingredients, build lethal decks from over 160 cards, and adapt tactics in tense encounters against spirits and bosses across haunting locations.

Physical editions launched today for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch include a digital soundtrack. 2/20/2026

Action roguelite shooter Chickenauts lets players blast through randomized rooms of an alien mothership alongside mutated, pop culture-inspired chicken companions armed for revenge.

Each unpredictable run features short intense clears under a minute, stacking mutations to create overpowered chickens, varied enemies, bosses, and persistent progress via eggs, weapons, and unlocked companions.

Published by SneakyBox and Untold Tales, Chickenauts launches into Steam Early Access on March 5th 2026 with potential console versions to follow later. 2/16/2026

Action-RPG roguelite Echoes of Mystralia continues the acclaimed spellcrafting legacy of Mages of Mystralia with dynamic combat where players forge unique arcane abilities by collecting and combining memories in procedurally challenging runs.

As Mazarim, players defend the World’s Memory from a consuming Rift, battling Rift-spawned foes and primordial Guardians across biomes like The Ash Forest while upgrading skills and building relationships at the Azimuth Temple hub between intense roguelike attempts.

Developed by Borealys Games, a new demo is now live on Steam featuring spell unlocks, combat challenges and the first guardian, with the full PC release planned for later in 2026. 2/16/2026

High fantasy tactical roguelite RPG Valor of Man challenges players to build synergistic parties of four heroes from twelve classes in deep turn-based combat with reactive enemy responses.

The game features over 750 spells, abilities, items and artifacts across vast build variety, evolving roguelite runs, ten difficulty levels, and strategic foresight on dynamic battlefields inspired by tabletop tactics.

Developed by Legacy Forge and published by Numskull Games, the full game launches on Steam March 19th with an extended demo available during Steam Next Fest. 2/16/2026

Epic fantasy action-adventure The Longest Tale follows four interwoven heroes whose choices shape an ancient legend across mythic realms of the Shattered Kingdoms.

Players explore diverse landscapes like deserts, caverns, and mountains, solving arcane puzzles, engaging in strategic combat, and making world-altering decisions that affect environments and narrative paths for high replayability.

Developed by Dev Null Productions, a playable demo is live now as part of Steam Next Fest, targeting a release in Q2 2026. 2/16/2026

Atmospheric horror adventure Escape: Immersion awakens players with no memories in a collapsing underwater military base filled with flooding corridors and unseen threats.

Inspired by Inside and Little Nightmares, it features survival gameplay with quick reactions, platforming, environmental puzzles, and psychological horror in a VHS-styled visual atmosphere.

Developed over four years by Royal Games and AzDimension, the focused experience is set for release in July 2026 on PC and mobile platforms. 2/16/2026

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Co-op horror adventure REANIMAL from Tarsier Studios and THQ Nordic is out now, featuring siblings navigating terrifying horrors in a mysterious world with local/online co-op, single-player AI assist, and a shared directed camera for maximum tension.

The game offers a rich narrative, exploration of captivating yet frightening locations by boat and on land, and positive critical reception with generally favorable Metacritic scores across platforms.

Available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC including Steam with upcoming Expanded World DLC. 2/14/2026

Top-down roguelite Wish Me Well launches in Early Access on February 16th letting players craft customizable magical weapons by chaining spells and scrolls in procedurally generated dungeons filled with ink monsters and bosses.

Developed by Starrow Castles, the game features an easy-to-learn combat system, dozens of unlockable items, and plans for community-driven expansions like new scrolls and balance tweaks during Early Access.

The game arrives exclusively on Steam for PC on February 16th including a -10% launch discount. 2/14/2026

Flight combat action game Warplanes: WW2 Dogfight is coming to PlayStation 5 on February 27th, letting players pilot and lead squadrons through WWII campaigns for Great Britain, USSR, and Germany with over 30 historical planes to fly, customize, and upgrade.

The game features intuitive controls, varied missions across Europe, Africa, and Asia, base management for building facilities and training pilots, plus immersive radio chatter and detailed graphics.

The game arrives on PlayStation 5 while already available on other platforms including Steam since 2019. 2/14/2026

VR survival adventure Neolithic Dawn introduces a new Survival Mode update, enabling objective-free quick play sessions in 10,000 BC North America with drop-in/drop-out co-op and future base building, while renaming the original campaign to Story Mode with merged saves.

The update adds Valentine's Day "Lovestruck" cosmetic accessories, bHaptics support for immersion, and a refactored backpack with extra slots.

Available on Meta Quest via Horizon Store and PC VR headsets via Steam Early Access with full cross-play. 2/14/2026

Third-person shooter RPG Snowbreak: Containment Zone launches Phase 2 of its “Back From Bygone” update for its 2.5-year anniversary, adding the free operative Marian - Aquila with her submachine gun support skills and synergy with prior characters.

This phase introduces new co-op modes like Hazard Sweep and Starward Defense, plus login rewards including outfits, selectors, and anniversary content for both veteran and new players.

The update enhances the cross-platform live-service experience with ongoing events and community-driven expansions. 2/14/2026