Search for:

Demo for weapon-building metroidvania Clockwork Ambrosia now available on Steam

Indie game developer Realmsoft, in partnership with OI Games, has unleashed a new demo for their upcoming weapon-customizing metroidvania Clockwork Ambrosia!

14 years in the making, Clockwork Ambrosia (previously known as “Ambrosia”) is a 2D metroidvania with an emphasis on building your own weapons. Part Metal Slug, part Borderlands, and all metroidvania, Clockwork Ambrosia is a steampunk fusion of classic 2D “search action” adventures with more modern modification options. Rig up endless combinations of powers from screen-filling shot splitters, to devastating missile strikes, to armor-piercing sniper rounds. There are countless ways to tailor your kit!

Players are placed in the boots of Iris, an itinerant airship engineer trying to escape the island of Aspida after a near-miss airship crash. Our plucky heroine soon finds herself caught up in a mystery spawning eons when the island’s populace disappears, seemingly replaced by deadly robots and monsters. It’s up to her to uncover the truth of what befell the island’s populace and restore the land to its former glory.

Exploration and discovery drive the world of Clockwork Ambrosia. Brilliant pixel art takes players above the clouds to the steampunk wonders of a sky city, through the lush and gorgeous mushroom forest, and down below to the moody underbelly of the sunken kingdoms. Aspida holds many secrets and undiscovered biomes, but Iris won’t work alone, as she’ll meet a cast of eccentric characters ranging from benevolent rogue AI companions to bumbling mushroom folk.  

“We’re big fans of Super Metroid, but one aspect of that seminal classic we felt could be improved upon is its weapon-building,” said Nathan Hiemenz, Founder and Developer at Realmsoft. “In Super Metroid the weapon modifications are additive and unlocked in a linear progression, stacking on top of each other. Once you get an upgrade there’s no reason not to use it. We wanted to let players mix and match their weapon mods, as they have different advantages and disadvantages based on the scenario and player preference. Clockwork Ambrosia offers massive room for experimentation as you kit your character for a wide variety of challenges. This demo only scratches the surface of this, but it teases the core mechanics and tone of Clockwork Ambrosia, whetting players appetites ahead of its April launch.”

Clockwork Ambrosia features:

  • Side-scrolling action platformer with an authored, interconnected world to explore
  • Six vastly different weapons, each offering unique mechanics
  • 150+ modifications for simple and intuitive weapon-customization, offering endless experimentation
  • Snappy crafting system lets players unlock new powers and abilities at their own pace
  • Beautiful hand-drawn art bringing the world and characters to life
  • Original score composed by Johnny Stixx
  • A story of mystery, friends, robots, and at least one mysterious robot friend!

For more information on Clockwork Ambrosia:
Wishlist Clockwork Ambrosia on Steam
Clockwork Ambrosiawebsite
Follow OI Games on Bluesky
Follow OI Games on Instagram
Follow OI Games on YouTube
Clockwork Ambrosia official Discord

About Realmsoft: 
Realmsoft is an independent Austin, Texas-based game studio that seeks to bring deep, engaging gameplay systems together with earnest writing and colorful game worlds. Realmsoft was established in 2011 by DigiPen graduate Nathan Hiemenz. Nathan worked on Clockwork Ambrosia since the studio’s inception in 2011 before bringing aboard pixel-artist Maciej Kuczynski and ex-DigiPen classmate Michael Betts. The project really took off when the group hired Ian Clark as their full-time game designer in 2016. The group has worked together ever since. 

About OI Games: 
OI Games is a games developer and publisher based in the Pacific Northwest. Founded by hobbyist game designers in 2002 to create custom StarCraft maps and RPG Maker games, OI Games was reborn in 2022 to bring the dream of game development back to life. As long-term fans of the 16 and 32-bit era, we knew immediately we wanted to return to our earliest dreams of inspiration and storytelling while still bringing our own designs and interests to the genre. Our games are  born of that legacy and include Devil Lift, Tower Song, and Clockwork Ambrosia. https://oi.games/

Car Dealer Simulator to Launch on PS4, PS5 on February 19, 2026

After a very positive reception from players on Steam Garage Monkeys has announced the console release date for Car Dealer Simulator on PS4 and 5: February 19, 2026.

It’s worth noting that since its launch on Steam in May 2025, Car Dealer Simulator has sold over 400,000 copies. The game has an 89% positive rating from more than 7,000 reviews, with 91% positive ratings in the last 30 days.

Car Dealer Simulator on PlayStation Store

About the Game:

In Car Dealer Simulator, you’ll learn the ins and outs of running a business from its quirky owner, Little Sam. Your task is to buy cars cheaply, repair them, and sell them for a profit. Over time, as you master your skills, you’ll have the chance to take over the business.

Key Features:

– Negotiation Mastery – Hone your bargaining skills to maximize profits.
– Car Transport & Repair – Tow and fix cars to increase their value.
– Business Growth – Invest profits to expand your business and outpace the competition.
– Customer Satisfaction – Build your reputation by offering high-quality cars and excellent service.

Developer & Publisher:
Garage Monkeys S.A.

Contact:
press@garagemonkeys.games

About Garage Monkeys S.A.:

Garage Monkeys is a team of gaming enthusiasts dedicated to creating engaging and authentic simulations for players worldwide. With attention to detail and a commitment to innovation, we aim to bring real-world activities into the digital world, providing both entertainment and education to our players.

Spell-Crafting Roguelite Wish Me Well Launching Early Access soon

Adrian and Krzysztof from Starrow Castles are excited to announce that their debut title, Wish Me Well, will launch in Early Access on Steam on February 16th, 2026!

Trailer

Wish Me Well is a top-down roguelite where players craft customizable magical weapons by combining spells and scrolls discovered inside procedurally generated dungeons.

Set within the mysterious Magic Well, players descend into book-born worlds filled with ink creatures and powerful bosses.

Unlike traditional weapon systems, Wish Me Well allows players to make a “magic gun” by chaining and modifying spells. Create devastating single projectiles or cascading combinations tailored to your playstyle.

Main features:

  • Create a custom magic gun using powerful spell combinations
  • Procedurally generated levels ensure no two runs are the same
  • Fight ink monsters and challenging bosses
  • Unlock dozens of scrolls and magical items
  • Easy-to-learn combat system

The project has been in development for approximately 18 months and is entirely created by two developers.
 

Ahead of launch, gameplay videos from content creators have reached thousands of views with strongly positive feedback. The official trailer was also featured on IGN’s GameTrailers channel, placing the indie title alongside major studio releases.
 

The Early Access launch aims to expand the game with additional scrolls, items, dungeon rooms and balance improvements based on community feedback.
 

Wish Me Well will be available for $4.99, with a 10% launch discount for the first 9 days.
 

About Starrow Castles

We’re Adrian and Krzysztof, two friends from Cracow, Poland, who decided to create a small game and bring it to Steam. With 7+ and 11+ years of experience in the games industry, we’ve worked on numerous projects together, including game jams, where we even placed in the top 3 at Ludum Dare.

Adrian is the driving force behind the project. A programmer by trade, he also handles game design, marketing and company operations. But he couldn’t do it without the support of his best teammate, Krzysztof. Krzysztof is a sound designer and is responsible for shaping the game’s artistic direction. He creates graphics, logos, music and more, bringing the world of Wish Me Well to life.

Rayman : 30th Anniversary Edition available now

Yesterday, Ubisoft announced that Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition will be available today on Ubisoft+, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC through the Ubisoft Store and Steam.

Developed by Digital Eclipse in collaboration with Ubisoft Montpellier, this anniversary release celebrates three decades of the beloved 1995 classic with five versions of the game, including PlayStation,  Atari Jaguar, MS-DOS, Game Boy Advance, and Game Boy Color. Players will be transported back into the magical world of Rayman, navigating familiar settings like the Dream Forest and the musical chaos of the Band Lands to help rescue Electoons and save the world from Mr. Dark.
 

The definitive edition preserves everything players love about the original game, alongside new content including a never-before-playable SNES prototype, 120 additional levels from bonus level packs, a faithfully reimagined soundtrack by composer Christophe Héral and enhanced gameplay features such as a 60-second rewind, infinite lives, and even invincibility.
 

In addition, Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition features an exclusive interactive documentary. It invites fans behind the scenes with over 50 minutes of brand-new interviews with the original developers, as well as never-before-seen concept art, early sketches, and design documents that trace the origins and evolution of the legendary limbless hero.
 

Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition will be available for a suggested retail price of £19.99. The physical edition will be available in select regions in June.
 

For the latest news on all of Ubisoft’s games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.
 

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. With a Ubisoft+ subscription, players can access new releases, premium editions and extra content on Day One on PC, console and cloud. For the 2024-25 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.85 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

Italian Pizza Simulator demo available on Steam

Italian Pizza Simulator, the charming and heartwarming pizza-making experience developed & published by Games Incubator, set in the sunlit hills of Tuscany now has a demo version available to play on Steam! See for yourself what has changed in the picturesque Tuscany and play it before Steam Next Fest!

STEAM PAGE

In Italian Pizza Simulator, you’ll revive Grandma’s once-famous pizzeria and restore joy to a small Italian village, one pizza at a time. From gathering the freshest local ingredients and following authentic recipes, to baking pizzas in a traditional wood-fired oven – every slice of gameplay is infused with the warmth and flavor of Tuscany.

Key Features:

  • Become a real pizzaiolo and manage your own Italian pizzeria
  • Gather and prepare fresh, local ingredients straight from the Tuscan countryside
  • Craft pizzas step-by-step from dough kneading to oven baking
  • Meet and serve colorful customers with unique personalities and requests
  • Restore your Grandma’s pizzeria to its former glory
  • Enjoy the cozy, sunlit atmosphere of a small Tuscan village

Join the community of pizza lovers and simulation fans today, play the free Italian Pizza Simulator Demo on Steam today, and have a real impact on the game’s development by leaving your feedback. Be one of the first to bring the authentic Italian pizza magic to life!

A slice of Tuscany awaits!

Get ready to roll up your sleeves, fire up the oven, and discover that in Italian Pizza Simulator – pizza truly is the key to happiness. 🍕

Clash of the Kingdoms launches in Early Access on Steam

Indie studio New Horizons has released its turn-based strategy game Clash of the Kingdoms in Early Access on Steam.

Clash of the Kingdoms is a tactical turn-based strategy where every decision can change the course of battle. Players command armies of unique units on a compact 7×7 grid, competing to destroy enemy forces or capture the opponent’s base.

Early Access allows players to:

  • get acquainted with the core combat system
  • test key mechanics of tactical battles
  • play against AI, in local mode, or online via Steam
  • influence the game’s development through community feedback


“We are creating Clash of the Kingdoms as a fast yet deep tactical game where strategic thinking truly matters. This playtest is the first step, where we want to see player feedback and suggestions. We want to build our game together with the players,” say the developers at New Horizons.

Matches last an average of 5–10 minutes, making the game ideal both for short sessions and for serious tactical duels. The final version will feature expanded visuals, new factions, battlefields, titles, frames, a seasonal ranking system, and tournaments.

🔹 Platform: PC (Windows)
🔹 Interface languages: Ukrainian, English
🔹 Status: Early Access
🔹 Steam page

New Heartopia X My Little Pony Trailer Shows Off Collab Outfits & More

XD Games is thrilled to show off what Heartopia fans can expect from the Heartopia ╳ My Little Pony collaboration event, in a brand new trailer, released today.

Watch the Heartopia ╳ My Little Pony trailer here

The week-long Heartopia ╳ My Little Pony pre-launch login event begins today, allowing players to attempt daily sign-in puzzles that will unlock Time-Limited Exhibition Passes. Completing all puzzles unlocks the limited edition pet costume based on the My Little Pony character Spike.

The Heartopia ╳ My Little Pony collaboration event, which officially launches on February 14th and runs until March 15th, sees the Tree of Harmony from My Little Pony appearing on Cloud Island and needing to be reawakened and returned to the magical kingdom of Equestria.

In order to reawaken the Tree of Harmony, players must engage in daily sensing at the tree, which will net them three of the six Elements of Harmony – Honesty, Generosity, Loyalty, Kindness, Laughter, Magic. Using Elements, players can water the Tree of Harmony, which will raise the Energy Progress Bar, and also yield additional rewards and resources.

As well as receiving rewards such as Time-Limited Exhibition Passes and Moonlight Crystals, players that water and resonate with the tree will earn Badge Pull Tokens that they can use to obtain the special Pony Series badges. Players will receive ten Time-Limited Exhibition Passes whenever they complete one of the three sets of Pony Series badges; collecting all Pony Series badges will award players with Town Collaboration Series badges.

Six non-replacement Gacha Pools – each corresponding to a member of My Little Pony’s Mane Six – will also be added to the game on February 14th. Each pool will contain five outfit pieces and one themed vehicle.

For more on the Heartopia ╳ My Little Pony collaboration event, be sure to follow Heartopia on X.

The Heartopia ╳ My Little Pony collaboration event begins on 14 February 2026. Heartopia is available to play for free now on PC, iOS, and Android.

About XD Games

Founded in 2003, XD Games. is a global video games developer and publisher with extensive experience across development, publishing and operations. As of 2022, XD has 38 free-to-play and paid games with over 50 million monthly active users worldwide. In addition, TapTap — a mobile games community and app store — was launched by XD in 2016 and is estimated to currently have 44 million monthly active users. 

XD’s mission is to assemble like-minded talented games industry craftspeople with a common goal of touching the hearts of players around

KOEI TECMO’s new dark samurai action RPG Nioh 3 Now Available on Steam & PS5

KOEI TECMO America and developer Team NINJA summon aspiring shoguns to enter the gates of hell and conquer the Crucible in Nioh 3, their new dark samurai action RPG, now available on PlayStation®5 and Windows PC via Steam®. To celebrate, a new action-packed trailer has been released, giving players a taste of the immense challenges they will face against a non-stop array of deadly foes.
 
In Nioh 3, players take on the role of Tokugawa Takechiyo, poised to become the next shogun during Japan’s prosperous Edo period. In the shadows, Takechiyo’s younger brother, Tokugawa Kunimatsu, is consumed by jealousy. Empowered by a sinister force, he plots to overthrow Takechiyo and leads a horde of yokai, abruptly ending the era of peace and plunging Japan into hell. Guided by the mysterious power of their Guardian Spirit Kusanagi, Takechiyo transcends time to rescue a land in dire straits and become shogun.


Watch the Launch Trailer on YouTube
 

The story of Nioh 3 unfolds on a larger scale than ever before in series history. Covering various eras and regions, including Edo Castle, the Totomi region during the Warring States period, the Heian period’s capital city of Kyoto, and, for the first time in the franchise’s history, the Bakumatsu period. Players will be able to freely explore each era as a vast open field featuring beautiful and distinct environments.
 
Nioh 3 introduces two distinct combat styles, Samurai and Ninja, that players can freely switch between during the heat of battle. The Samurai Style captures Nioh’s foundational, grounded combat experience, while introducing the new Arts Proficiency system to enhance Martial Arts abilities. In addition, a new Deflect mechanic allows players to block attacks at the last moment to turn the tide of battle against deadly adversaries.
 
In contrast to Samurai Style, Ninja Style excels in agility, enabling players to swiftly dodge and perform aerial attacks while employing various Ninjutsu techniques to attack outside of enemy range. Ninja Style also features the Mist technique, which leaves an afterimage following an attack to momentarily distract enemies, as well as the Evade technique to narrowly avoid enemy strikes. Both techniques will help players outmaneuver foes while delivering devastating swift attacks from behind.
 
Before launching into the full game, players have the opportunity to hone their skills in the free demo, which includes both solo play and online multiplayer mode for up to three players across both PS5 and PC via Steam®*.  Fans can create their own custom character and dive into the turbulent Warring States period, even testing their abilities in an electrifying boss fight against Jakotsu-baba, with save data carrying over. Players who complete the demo by Feb. 15, 2026, will receive the in-game bonus item Twin-Snake Helmet, which can be used in the complete version of the game**. More details about the demo are available on the official website.
 

Players can purchase the game now with a variety of editions available. The Standard Edition features the base game, while the Digital Deluxe Edition features exclusive in-game items and a Season Pass*** that includes access to two DLCs to be released in the future. A physical SteelBook® Launch Edition is also available with an exclusive premium metal case for the game. All versions of the game come with an early purchase bonus**** which can be redeemed from the PlayStation™ Store and Steam®, available for a limited time after the game is released.
 
Players can also order a special PS5 physical edition exclusively through the NIS America Store. The Nioh 3 TREASURE BOX includes the base game, a Scampuss Furball Netsuke Charm Keychain, a Nioh 3 Original Desk Pad, the Official Artbook, and a Nioh 3 Selection Soundtrack CD.
 
Nioh 3 is now available on PS5 and Windows PC via Steam®. The game will include Japanese and English voices with texts in English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish.
 
For more information on Nioh 3, be sure to visit the official site, subscribe to the official KOEI TECMO America YouTube channel, like us on Facebook, and follow us on X, Instagram, and Discord.
 
* Cross-play is not supported for online multiplayer mode.

** Those who already obtained the bonus during the PlayStation®5 Alpha Demo will not be able to obtain the bonus for this demo.
 
*** The Season Pass is available for purchase separately.
 
**** The Early Purchase Bonus Hellfrost Armor set will be available to redeem in-game until Feb. 20, 2026. Please be aware that the bonuses may become available for purchase or for free as add-on content for this title at a later date. Additionally, players eligible to receive the Early Purchase Bonus will receive bonus armor sets inspired by the protagonists from the previous titles, the Youngblood Armor (Samurai) and the Lone Wolf’s Armor (Ninja).

Crimson Capes to launch February 12th, bringing the Souls Formula to 2D 

Studio Poor Locke has announced that Crimson Capes will be coming to PC via Steam on February 12. Crimson Capes is a sword-and-sorcery action adventure that reimagines the core pillars of the Souls formula in two dimensions, blending deliberate combat, non-linear exploration, and online multiplayer into a high-adventure fantasy world.

Players step into the role of Milon the Tempest, a witch-hunter tasked with dismantling a growing conspiracy of wizards across the kingdom of Amvros. Leading the Crimson Capes – a guild of elite witch-hunters – players will take on contracts throughout the realm, slowly uncovering darker forces at work and coming face to face with the true cost of power.

Combat in Crimson Capes is built around deliberate, animation-commit swordplay inspired by realistic fighting techniques, where feints, thrusts, cuts, and guards create a deadly back-and-forth defined by timing, positioning, and mastery. 

Each of the four playable heroes features a distinct weapon style, moveset, and skill tree, encouraging experimentation, while magic is woven directly into combat through elemental abilities such as wind, thunder, fire, and darkness.

Exploration follows a Souls-inspired philosophy, rewarding curiosity and player choice. Ruined towers, forgotten caverns, mystical forests, and ancient strongholds can be tackled in any order, with artifacts, abilities, and narrative threads waiting off the beaten path.

Crimson Capes also brings classic Souls multiplayer into two dimensions. Players can join forces in online co-op to hunt together as Capes, or invade another hunt as a Deathblade, introducing unpredictable PvP encounters that reshape each mission.

Visually, the game features pixel art animation and hand-drawn environments, with rotoscoped graphics. Inspired by classic pulp sword-and-sorcery tales such as Conan and Elric, Crimson Capes embraces a raw, mythic atmosphere rooted in classic fantasy adventure and discovery.

“From the very beginning, Crimson Capes was built around deliberate combat that rewards initiative, precision and quick thinking,” said Dimitris Tsatsis, programmer at Poor Locke.

“We wanted to bring the tension, discipline, and satisfaction of the Souls experience into 2D, by rethinking how the level design, vibe and multiplayer interactions work in a side-scrolling space.”

KEY FEATURES

  • Souls-like, 2D combat with tight reads, punish windows, and build variety
  • Boss fights that will test your mettle
  • Sword-and-Sorcery adventures in a fantasy world filled with secrets
  • Online Co-op & PvP: Play online with a friend, or invade other witch hunters
  • Optional Dynamic Hunts with unique enemies and bosses, randomly generated each time (reminiscent of Bloodborne’s Chalice Dungeons)


AVAILABILITY
Crimson Capes will launch on February 12 at 10am PT / 6pm GMT for PC via Steam
Price : 15$
Launch discount: 10% for 9 days
Instruction Manual & Game Guide PDF files along with a printable world map will be included in the game files
Console versions will release at a later date

About POOR LOCKE
POOR LOCKE is an independent game studio led by programmer Dimitris Tsatsis, with art by Kostas MacFarlane and music by David Wurczel. The studio focuses on crafting hand-made, mechanically rich experiences driven by strong artistic identity and player agency. Previous titles include Windmills and Unbeliever. Crimson Capes represents the studio’s most ambitious project to date, merging classic sword-and-sorcery fantasy with modern Souls-inspired design.

Indie developer Tom Daly reveals upcoming game Protect the Pit

Indie developer Tom Daly has revealed their upcoming incremental tower defense game Protect the Pit. Their previous games Tranquil Isle (“I enjoyed every second.” – Thumbculture) and Little Aviary (“Little Aviary is a companion worth keeping” – Ladies Gamers) released in April 2025 and November 2025 respectively.

About the Game:
A short incremental clicker game that blends tower defense with the depth of sprawling upgrade trees. Build your own winding mazes to repel the oncoming hordes!

It’s up to you to stop the hordes of the forest from destroying your glorious pit!

Play your way
Build your own mazes to guide the hordes of oncoming monsters and fill them with as many traps as you possibly can! Upgrade towers, traps, economic buildings, and your cursors auto attack to defend your PIT!

–

Links:
Steam page
Reveal trailer

Gaming News and the Ultimate Universe