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Tactical strategy game Xenonauts 2 concludes its early access phase with a full 1.0 release on April 2nd, bringing the old-school X-COM-style alien invasion defense to Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store.

The game has sold over 160,000 copies during early access since July 2023, featuring major updates like a reworked air-combat system, new enemies and UFOs, an improved early game with The Cleaners faction, a defined endgame, and extensive balance and quality-of-life enhancements.

The final milestone for 1.0 adds Alien Praetorians, performance improvements, reworked classic maps, and Steam Workshop support for modding. 3/9/2026

Tactical RPG Prelude Dark Pain immerses players in a dark fantasy open-world as former warrior Soren leads heroes against the Order of the Ashen Crusade in the ravaged land of Statera.

A new trailer showcases dynamic battlefields, including a mission on a moving train with changing environments that demand adaptive tactics and strategic choices.

Developed by QUICKFIRE GAMES and published by Firesquid, the game enters Early Access on PC via Steam this Summer. 3/9/2026

Atmospheric puzzle-adventure Helix: Descent N Ascent leads players into a monochrome world inspired by classic comics, where they awaken ancient powers to solve intricate puzzles and explore a forgotten civilization.

With no violence, the game emphasizes combining unique abilities for creative problem-solving amid themes of identity, solitude, and relationships.

Featuring stunning black-and-white artwork and an enchanting score by Jim Guthrie, it launches May 21st on Steam for PC and Nintendo Switch. 3/9/2026

Cooperative turn-based roguelike Scrubbin’ Trubble launches on March 31st letting up to four players team up or go solo as unique classes to scrub away the Four Filths of the Apocalypse.

Fight quirky enemies like Dust Devil and Mucugax using weapons cleaning products and upgrades across quick challenging runs with modifiers.

This approachable indie roguelike delivers co-op fun and replayability on a tight budget. 3/9/2026

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Action roguelike boss battle game One Boss One Fight has launched its massive Version 2.0 update after one year of development.

From developer Atlantis Studio, the update introduces 6 unique bosses with distinct mechanics, 6 arenas tailored to different playstyles, 6 exploration zones for new progression, redesigned benedictions and progression paths for deeper customization, balance improvements, and visual enhancements to elevate combat intensity and player agency in intense, skill-based encounters.

Available now on Steam for PC the game emphasizes precision, adaptation, and roguelite runs with Viking god powers and meaningful upgrades. 3/7/2026

Horror surgery simulator Angel Engine is now available on Steam for PC.

This adaptation of The Unearthly Guy's web series puts players as an unsupervised intern in Babel 2 facility, conducting timed surgeries on deformed patients via mini-games while maintaining failing equipment like overheating systems and fuses.

As procedures advance, breakdowns and mysteries emerge through check-ins, emails, and holy water. 3/7/2026

Boss rush run 'n gun action game FAR FROM DEAD will release on Steam for PC on April 10th.

The game features a mysterious protagonist fighting seven challenging multi-phase bosses with dash invincibility, wall jumps, and rapid-fire handgun combat in a concise 2-4 hour experience inspired by classic shmups and run 'n gun titles, complete with hand-pixeled art, chiptune soundtrack, and optional Assist Mode for adjusted difficulty.

A free demo covering the first act with carry-over progress is available now on Steam for PC. 3/7/2026

Survival horror co-op game Outbreak: Shades of Horror has launched on PlayStation 5 with PS5 Pro enhancements and cross-platform multiplayer.

The game offers offline single-player and up to 4-player online co-op, featuring resource management, modern combat, multiple modes like Raid and Invasion, character progression, seasonal events including the new Spring Season, unlockable cosmetics, mini-games, and prequel content.

Available now on PlayStation 5, Steam, and Xbox Series X|S, the game uses Unreal Engine, and promises future updates including Story Mode. 3/7/2026

Medieval open-world survival RPG Bellwright has surpassed 1 million units sold on Steam Early Access.

Developed by Donkey Crew in partnership with Snail Games, the game lets players build settlements, liberate villages, recruit allies, and uncover a personal story through combat and leadership.

It recently received the major Maiden Voyage update adding a large new map and features, with a full 1.0 launch planned for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S consoles. 3/7/2026