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Sci-fi survival adventure The Alters receives physical editions for PC and PlayStation 5.

The Signature Edition includes a 4-pin set, sticker sheet, Molly keychain, pierogi maker, and lenticular art card.

In The Alters players guide Jan Dolski, stranded on a hostile planet, using Rapidium to create alternate versions of himself with unique skills.

Navigate moral dilemmas and manage a mobile base in this narrative-driven game with branching storylines. 7/19/2025

Action-puzzle metroidvania, GIGASWORD by Studio Hybrid launches on Steam for PC on October 2nd.

Ezra wields a massive sword to navigate the Nestrium tower, solving puzzles and battling foes to reach the God Crystal, Gnosis.

In a world ravaged by famine, this crystal promises prosperity, but its disturbance risks reality’s collapse.

With retro pixel art and weight-based mechanics, the game offers a free demo on Steam now. 7/19/2025

Fantasy action-RPG, Soulframe by Digital Extremes debuted new gameplay at TennoCon 2025.

Players, as Envoys, explore Alca’s open world, battling the Omen Beast Bromius, a three-headed bear, using magic and melee.

The demo showcased dynamic combat inspired by medieval martial arts, with customizable hairstyles and a new pact system.

Currently in pre-alpha, Preludes invites more players, with a full release planned for 2025 on PC. 7/19/2025

King, the developer of Candy Crush, is laying off around 200 employees, roughly 10% of its workforce, as part of Microsoft's broader 9,000 job cuts in 2025.

Affected staff, including level designers and narrative writers, are reportedly being replaced by AI tools they helped develop, sparking controversy and low morale.

The layoffs, impacting offices in London, Stockholm, Berlin, and Barcelona, are criticized for prioritizing efficiency and profits despite the company's success. Employees describe a chaotic HR process, with a new organizational chart expected in September after union negotiations. 7/19/2025

Physics-based arcade game, Asteroid Requiem by Wizards in Training is now available on Steam with a -25% discount until July 21st.

Players control a sentient asteroid drifting through space, reflecting on a lost civilization’s ruins.

With minimalist mechanics and simple controls, it blends arcade action with poetic meditation, unlocking memories through destruction.

Its atmospheric soundtrack evolves, creating a haunting, introspective journey about memory and Earth’s fate. 7/19/2025

Game Publisher Ubisoft has confirmed the development of a new Ghost Recon game, generating excitement among fans of the tactical shooter series.

The announcement was made quietly, with limited details about the game's title, release date, or specific features.

This follows Ubisoft's ongoing efforts to expand its popular franchises, though no further nformation was provided about the game's scope or platforms.

The news has sparked speculation about whether it will continue the open-world style of recent entries like Ghost Recon Wildlands and Breakpoint or return to the series' more traditional tactical roots. 7/19/2025

Satirical action-adventure Questing launched a demo on Steam for PC.

Inspired by 16-bit classics like A Link to the Past, it features a reluctant hero in a vibrant fantasy world.

Players navigate environmental puzzles and engage in unique Pong-style combat with bullet hell elements.

With sharp humor and pixel art, the demo offers exploration and fast-paced battles, with the full game slated for 2026. 7/19/2025

Launched in Early Access, POGO Stadium, a rhythm-strategy game, is available on Steam for PC.

Developed by Kyoto Entertainment Works, it features animal athletes in a neon-lit floating city, blending Go-inspired territory control with rhythmic pogo-stick jumps.

With over 100 multiplayer arenas and a solo campaign, players can customize pogo gear for tactical battles.

The developers plan to refine the game based on community feedback, aiming for a full release within six months to a year. 7/19/2025