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Hollow Knight: Silksong coming to Xbox Game Pass

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Available on day one with Game Pass: Ascend to the peak of a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong!

The sequel to the award-winning action-adventure, Hollow Knight. Explore, fight and survive as Hornet, princess-protector of Hallownest, as she discovers a land ruled by silk and song.

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Afterdream

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Hand-crafted 2D side-scrolling adventure Afterdream is out now on PlayStation 5, following the original Steam Release.

Afterdream draws players into a lucid nightmare where the boundaries between reality and fiction blur.

Enter a lucid nightmare. A haunted camera. A forgotten house.

The deeper you go, the stranger it gets...

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FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE

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Japanese horror classic FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE launches early 2026 on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Twin sisters Mio and Mayu battle spirits in a vanished village using the Camera Obscura.

The remake features enhanced graphics, audio, and gameplay for intense exploration.

Unravel the forbidden ritual’s mysteries in a haunting narrative. 9/12/2025

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PowerWash Simulator 2

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Relaxing cleaning sim PowerWash Simulator 2 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.

It features a fresh campaign, base-building, and three new locations beyond Muckingham.

The game includes online and split-screen co-op for shared progression.

Developed by FuturLab, it launches late 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. 9/12/2025

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Borderlands 4

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Looter-shooter Borderlands 4 launches worldwide on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

Crash-land on Kairos, battling the Timekeeper with four new Vault Hunters.

Features billions of weapons, seamless zones, and Digirunner traversal mechanics.

The Nintendo Switch 2 version arrives on October 3rd. 9/12/2025

[ Source: Gearbox Software ]

Storm Lancers

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Couch co-op rogue-like Storm Lancers launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch.

Crash-land on the living planet Cryptica, fighting Harvesters with augmentations.

Master frenetic combat, evasions, and Storm Bindings for unique playstyles.

Traverse five shifting biomes toward the planet's fractured core. 9/12/2025

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Sova

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Narrative-driven action roguelite Sova is revealed by Entropic Island, launching in Early Access on Steam in 2026.

Play as Sova in the shifting Conjecture, blending fast-paced combat and branching dialogue.

Interrupt conversations or punch characters mid-sentence to shape the story.

Explore surreal environments from megacities to wastelands with pixel art style. 9/12/2025

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Yet Another Zombie Survivors

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Horde survival game Yet Another Zombie Survivors launches on Xbox Game Preview with a free demo.

Assemble a three-member squad and find synergies against thousands of undead.

Level up perks from nine skill trees and unlock survivors in multiple modes.

Features puns, Easter eggs, and a big 0.9 update coming soon. 9/11/2025

[ Source: Awesome Games Studio ]

MEATSHAKER

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Cathartic simulation MEATSHAKER launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch September 18th.

Shake uncooperative meat with Boneless Technology for stress relief.

From the creators of Ratshaker, it solves protein dilemmas with juicy physics.

Players can now wishlist the game on the Nintendo eShop. 9/11/2025

[ Source: Sunscorched Studios ]

LootMage

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Bullet-hell roguelite LootMage launches in Early Access on Steam for PC on September 11th.

Start with a wooden staff, collecting artifacts and spells in procedurally generated dungeons.

Unlock synergies via essence-matching items and customize projectiles with Mana Stones.

Three stages feature unique enemies, bosses, and environments. 9/11/2025

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Successor

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Rogue-lite tactical RPG Successor launches exclusively on Meta Quest bringing tabletop battles to VR.

Command miniature heroes on diorama battlefields in real-time with pause combat.

Lead a warband as a Lord, conquering procedurally generated campaigns.

Post-launch updates will add new heroes, factions, and regions. 9/11/2025

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Section 13

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Twin-stick shooter Section 13 adds local couch co-op to Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam.

Agents explore a paranormal facility, fending off monsters with advanced weaponry.

S2P Corp mandates in-person teamwork for effective response.

Features synaptic enhancements and death nullification, with no liability for harm. 9/11/2025

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Wiped Clean PC

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The Steampage for the upcoming crime scene cleaning game Wiped Clean PC is now live.

Wiped Clean PC is a horror, story driven, crime scene cleaning game where you play as an undercover agent piecing together a dangerous conspiracy.

Use specialized tools to scrub away evidence, discover secrets, and navigate dark, gritty environments in your search for the hitman.

There's also a official announcement trailer now available.

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Echoes of the Plum Grove

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Cozy farming simulator Echoes of the Plum Grove launches on Xbox Series X|S on September 30th.

Cultivate farms and relationships on Honeywood island, shaping generational legacies.

Manage seasons, diseases, and choices that ripple through descendants.

The free demo is available now during ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest. 9/10/2025

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Jurassic World: Archipelago

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Open world flight simulator expansion Jurassic World: Archipelago launches on PC for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

Explore recreated islands like Isla Nublar and Sorna from the films.

Spot animated dinosaurs, land at custom airfields, and complete themed missions.

Xbox, MSFS 2020, and X-Plane versions are in development. 9/10/2025

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Junkyard Rush Racing

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Arcade racer Junkyard Rush Racing launches on Steam, inspired by Dukes of Hazzard daredevil style.

Navigate dusty deserts, junkyards, and country lanes in single-player or split-screen multiplayer.

Modes include tournaments, races against five opponents, and time trials.

Customize 16 upgradeable cars with hundreds of cosmetic options and 13 boosts. 9/10/2025

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Frosthaven

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Dark fantasy tactical RPG Frosthaven reveals its Early Access roadmap, adding board game heroes.

Updates include new storylines, bosses, enemies, and over 80 quests.

Play solo or co-op, managing resources in a vast northern frontier.

Difficulty modes suit newcomers and veterans alike. 9/10/2025

[ Source: Arc Games ]

Garfield Kart 2 - All You Can Drift

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Racing game Garfield Kart 2 - All You Can Drift launches today on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.

Race as Garfield, Odie, or Nermal through pirate, western, and detective worlds.

Use lasagna items, shortcuts, and dirty tricks in local or online multiplayer.

Customize karts with bumpers, wheels, and colors for unique looks. 9/10/2025

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Official Trailer

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Celestial Empire: Prologue

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Ancient China city builder Celestial Empire: Prologue launches for free on Steam for PC on September 10th.

As a provincial governor, design cities blending nature and architecture.

Manage agriculture with irrigation, production chains, and trade on the Silk Road.

Survive seasons, disasters, and earn gods' favor for blessings. 9/9/2025

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Tempest Rising

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Classic RTS Tempest Rising releases the Triple Threat Update, adding 3v3 matches for six players.

The update features pause and game speed tools for singleplayer, plus 'No Bot' sandbox mode.

It includes a new Kyoto map and full spectator mode for multiplayer.

Set in an alternate 1997 post-nuclear war, with base-building and asymmetrical factions. 9/9/2025

[ Source: Slipgate Ironworks ]

Teeto

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Wholesome 3D platformer Teeto is coming to PC and consoles, partnering Super Rare Originals with Eat Pant Games.

Play as blob Teeto and bunny Nory, absorbing objects to gain powers against shadow corruption.

Solve puzzles, fight enemies, and help quirky characters in a colorful world.

The game features split-screen co-op and unlockable outfits for Teeto and Nory. 9/9/2025

[ Source: Super Rare Originals ]

Dead Island 2

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Zombie action RPG Dead Island 2 surpasses 20 million players, marking 14 years since the franchise's 2011 debut.

Unleash mayhem in Hell-A's sun-drenched chaos with visceral melee combat and gore tech.

Dambuster Studios confirms development on the next Dead Island chapter.

The game is available on PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Amazon Luna. 9/9/2025

[ Source: Deep Silver ]

Pacific Drive: Whispers in the Woods

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Survival adventure Pacific Drive: Whispers in the Woods DLC launches in 2025 on PlayStation 5 and PC.

Explore eerie Olympic Exclusion Zone forests, facing anomaly-obsessed fanatics.

Discover new junction types, anomalies, and gameplay-altering Artifacts.

The expansion adds 8-12 hours of story, nearly a third of the base game. 9/9/2025

[ Source: Ironwood Studios ]

The Knightling

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The Knightling is now available on Steam for PC with a -20% discount until September 11th.

In this open world action-adventure you play as an aspiring knight in search of their missing mentor, Sir Lionstone.

Equipped with only a legendary shield, you’ll brave your way through the lands of Clesseia to become the unlikely hero.

The Knightling is also available on PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch.

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[ Source: Saber Interactive ]

Forgive Me Father 2

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Lovecraftian FPS Forgive Me Father 2 launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on September 23rd, with Nintendo Switch to follow.

Dive into comic-style chaos with evolving enemies and diverse weapons.

Unleash divine powers fueled by madness in Unreal Engine 5.

Boomstock 2025 on Steam offers PC discounts and festival news. 9/9/2025

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Rogue Skies

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Steampunk roguelike deckbuilder Rogue Skies is announced by Malaysian indie studio Mythtales Interactive.

Captain an airship, assemble a crew, and battle sky pirates in turn-based combat.

Choose from captains with unique bonuses and visit floating cities for upgrades.

Customize cannons and mix guilds like Adventurer's and Inventor's for strategies. 9/9/2025

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Dune: Awakening

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Open-world survival Dune: Awakening releases Chapter 2 free update, investigating murders on Arrakis.

Lost Harvest DLC adds a standalone storyline, Dune Man building pieces, and a treadwheel vehicle.

The free Weekend runs September 11-15, with a -20% discount until September 22nd.

The Season Pass includes two more DLCs for new areas and stories. 9/9/2025

[ Source: Funcom ]

Re:Connect

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Programming puzzle adventure Re:Connect will be showcased at Tokyo Game Show 2025 as part of the Indie Game Incubator program.

Become a debugging AI, hacking into glitched systems to reconnect broken code.

Explore the digital world with a navigation AI, solving circuit puzzles. 9/9/2025

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Dyer Expedition

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Lovecraftian puzzle adventure Dyer Expedition launches on Steam on September 19th with a -10% discount.

Explore frozen Antarctic ruins as Professor Dyer, uncovering expedition secrets.

Solve atmospheric puzzles inspired by At the Mountains of Madness.

Features retro visual modes and a haunting original soundtrack. 9/9/2025

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Official Trailer

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UnLoop

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VR puzzle adventure UnLoop launches on Meta Quest and Pico, using self-cooperative time loops.

As a spy on a space station, create copies to replay actions and solve puzzles.

Features 50+ levels with evolving mechanics like dodging lasers and throwing objects.

Pico version supports Motion Tracker for enhanced immersion. 9/8/2025

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The Rule of SHE

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Narrative puzzle adventure The Rule of SHE launches on Steam with a -10% discount for the next two weeks.

As a lost soul, navigate the Soul Reincarnation Consultation Center's strict rules.

Bend contradictions between rooms to evade pursuers and solve mysteries.

Explore a semi-open hospital, uncovering stories of despair and hope. 9/8/2025

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Cut That Wire

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Multiplayer bluffing game Cut That Wire launches on Steam in 2025, where players defuse bombs while spotting an imposter.

Play mini-games like Big Bluff Drawing to test deception skills.

Vote to cut wires after rounds; the Engineer reveals safe ones.

The ticking clock adds tension to every decision. 9/8/2025

[ Source: Waka Studio ]

Soulbind: Tales of the Underworld

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Dark roguelite Soulbind: Tales of the Underworld launches on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch today.

Play as Endless, harvesting body parts from monsters to craft unique builds.

Master dynamic combat with dashes and skills in procedurally generated depths.

Use Ink Tables to preserve parts after death for infinite replayability. 9/8/2025

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Stuck in the Present

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Psychological horror Stuck in the Present is a 3D side-scroller exploring codependency and trauma.

Faye and Rich navigate distorted subway stations, unearthing forgotten Philippine memories.

Draw in Faye’s notebook to reveal hazy subjects and choose dialogue affecting outcomes.

Environments shift from industrial tunnels to vibrant flora, blurring reality. 9/8/2025

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Dominova

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Collect and chain dominoes together in Dominova coming in early 2026.

Dominova is a score attack roguelike deckbuilder, if you like deckbuilders, strategy, roguelike, or even puzzle games, you will probably like Dominova too!

Collect and chain dominoes together... the longer the chain, the higher you score.

Amplify your score-breaking engine through various upgrades, while also navigating through a volatile board full of hazards and loot in this oddly satisfying domino deckbuilder.

There's also a playable demo available on Steam for PC.

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Granvir

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Mech-building roguelite Granvir launches on Steam for PC on September 23rd.

Pilot customizable mechs with over 300 parts, battling in three distinct campaigns.

Engage in solo or co-op with up to 10 players, wielding swords and flamethrowers.

Try the free prelude, Granvir: Zero Front, for a special unlockable part. 9/6/2025

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EXE ARENA

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Blockchain card battler EXE ARENA launches on iOS and Android in 2026, with a demo at Tokyo Game Show 2025.

Blend real-time action with strategic deck-building, supervised by Yukio Nakatani.

Own and trade cards via Web3, with gacha tickets earned through battles.

A planned spectator betting system enhances competitive engagement. 9/6/2025

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Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion

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Mech action game Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.

Pilot customizable Arsenals in a dark sci-fi open world with co-op and cross-play.

Explore Sovereign Axiom dungeons for rare loot and face titanic bosses.

Demo progress carries over to the full game across platforms. 9/6/2025

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Versalis

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Tactical CCG Versalis launches on Steam in 2026, supporting up to four players.

Flip opponents’ cards by strategic placement on a 5x3 grid to score points.

Features over 50 unique cards with archetypes like Fighters and Specialists.

Dynamic interactions and single-player trials enhance strategic depth. 9/6/2025

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eXoSpace Combat Engineer

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Spaceship-building shooter eXoSpace Combat Engineer launches on Steam for PC on September 15th with a -15% launch discount.

Design unique ships with gridless mechanics and battle in a randomized galaxy.

Features physics-based combat, modding support, and an extensive sandbox mode.

A free demo is available now with procedurally generated encounters. 9/6/2025

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Official Trailer

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