The New Game+ Showcase is a new creator-led showcase featuring 45 highly anticipated games for 2026. Read on to find out more about what’s to come on January 8th!
Everything Announced in the New Game+ Showcase
Biggest Announcements
Crimson Desert Reveals Map Twice The Size of Skyrim’s in Exclusive Interview
Where Winds Meet Introduces New Boss With Version 1.2
Avowed Teases Anniversary Update, PS5 Version Coming On February 17th
Towerborne Version 1.0 Launches on February 26, 2026
The Blood of Dawnwalker Latest Teaser Features New Characters and Locations; Will Have Romance
Runescape Celebrates its 25th Anniversary with New Updates
The Legacy of Tom Clancy’s The Division Lives On with The Division 2: Survivors and The Division Resurgence
Atomic Heart Previews Fourth and Final Expansion
Grounded 2 The Winter Update Expands Brookhollow Park
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Gives Players Choices and More
Dinoblade Demo Now Available on Steam
Release Dates and New Trailers
Warhammer 40K: Dark Heresy Preview
Core Keeper Void & Voltage Update Available on January 28, 2026
Project Shadowglass, a 3D Pixelated RPG Classic Sim, Demo This 2026
SAND: Raiders of Sophie Launching in March 2026
Denshattack! Coming in Spring 2026
The Eternal Life of Goldman Is Now Available for Wishlist, Demo This February
Erosion Playtest Coming In Spring 2026
Distant Shore: Bretagne Gameplay Trailer Revealed
Sprint City Slated for Q1 2026 Early Access Release
Gallipoli Marches To The Battlefield in 2026
Unawake, A Hellish Action-Adventure RPG, Entering Early Access in 2026
Nested Lands Launches Early Access on January 23, 2026
Duskfade Platformer Coming Soon in 2026
Last Man Sitting Is a Battle Royale That Glides Through The Office
Beautiful Light, A PvPvPvE Horror Extraction Shooter, Announced
Updates and DLCs
Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader’s Developers Reveal New DLC in Exclusive Interview
Aphelion Composer Discusses The Music Behind The Game
Alpha Response Is a Police FPS by Counter-Strike Creator, Available in Early Access on Steam
Starfinder Afterlight, Now Has Full Voice Acting
Shadow of the Road Reimagines a Bioshock-esque Civil War in Feudal Japan Through Strategy and Turn-Based Combat
Tape 101: Liminal Descent Demo Now Available
Dark Light: Survivor Is a Top-Down and Third-Person Survival Roguelike
The CUBE Reveals The Twins from Atomic Heart As Bosses
Far Far West Single Session Rundown
ExeKiller, Upcoming Sci-fi Bounty Hunting Game, Shows Off Scorched Deserts and Deadly Combat
IMMORTAL: Gates of Pyre Aims to be the "Next Generation" of RTS Games
Dragontwin Shares a New Update Coming to its Early Access Demo
Forsaken Realms: Vahrin’s Call Gameplay Deep Dive Shows Off Versatile Combat and Open World Fun
Outward 2 Expands on Immersion and Daily Life
Deep Dish Dungeon, A New Survival Dungeon Crawler, Coming Soon
Blind Descent, An Alien Survival Craft Game on a Martian World, Can Now Be Wishlisted
Biggest Announcements
Crimson Desert Reveals Map Twice The Size of Skyrim’s in Exclusive Interview
Crimson Desert developer Will Powers from Pearl Abyss answers the fans’ burning questions in an exclusive interview. Powers reveals that players can fight and fly on dragons, while also clarifying that at this point, they are "not confirming whether or not there’s dragon relations".
It was also revealed that the game is approximately twice the size of Skyrim, and larger than the map of Red Dead Redemption 2—"numbers don’t really do it justice", as they are more intent on filling the world with activities for players to do. Powers goes on to say that their goal is to create unique experiences for different people through the wide variety of side quests and interactions in the world, as its open-world is " made to be interactive." An integral part of the main quest and in learning more about the mysteries of the world of Pywen is the Aerial Abyss, story-relevant sky islands filled with puzzles and rewards for completing them.
Crimson Desert is set to launch on March 19, 2026, for Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Where Winds Meet Introduces New Boss With Version 1.2
Where Winds Meet, the open-world Wuxia RPG developed by Everstone Studio and published by NetEase Games, showcased a brand-new gameplay segment of the Kaifeng Campaign's conclusion. Players will be transported to ink and paper battlegrounds to fight the final boss, Phantom, as it shapeshifts into other bosses throughout its four phases. The new boss has been made available in the game's 1.2 version update, released on January 9.
Where Winds Meet is currently available and free to play on PC, PS5, and mobile devices.
Avowed Teases Anniversary Update, PS5 Version Coming On February 17th
Avowed, a 2025 first-person action fantasy RPG by Obsidian Entertainment, explained the post-launch updates coming to the game in celebration of its anniversary, as well as shared an upcoming New Game Plus feature. Gameplay director Gabriel Paramo and lead character artist Dimitri Berman reflect on expanding both the fighter and ranger ability trees, adding a community-requested arachnophobia mode, improvements to progression and equipment, as well as bug fixes. New species, such as the Aumaua, Orlans, and Dwarves, are now playable as well.
In the spirit of giving their players more customization options in Avowed, an upcoming update will introduce a New Game Plus feature. Players can bring over all their abilities and equipment along for a new playthrough, with their levels reset to one. They will also have access to modifiers to enemies to make changes, like adding resistance to certain elements, stunlocks, or even hit reactions. A new camera mode will also be added in this upcoming update, complete with toggleable characters and options like aperture, blur, and more.
Avowed is currently available on Steam and Xbox Series X|S. The upcoming PlayStation 5 version store page goes live today after the showcase.
Towerborne Version 1.0 Launches on February 26, 2026
Towerborne is a side-scrolling action RPG brawler that blends fast-paced combat with deep progression, loot systems, and character customization. Players must venture out into The Wilds to reclaim lost territory, protect refugees, and solve the mystery of the City of Numbers.
Additional gameplay mechanics include the exploration of a hex-based world map and the fluidity of switching between the four available classes –the defensive Sentinel, the heavy-hitting Pyroclast, the fast-striking Rockbreaker, or the agile Shadowstriker—while supported by spirit companions known as Umbra.
Towerborne is set to release its version 1.0 on February 26, 2026, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Latest Teaser Features New Characters and Locations; Will Have Romance
The Blood of Dawnwalker developer, Rebel Wolves, shared more information about the game, specifically how protagonist Coen’s decisions shape the game world. Most notably, the developers noted that the game will feature a romance system, but this will be explained in more detail in future updates.
The latest teaser also featured new key characters and previously unseen locations in Vale Sangora. Additionally, the devs debuted the main music theme for the game, composed by Nikola Kołodziejczyk.
The Blood of Dawnwalker is set to be released in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and is available now to wishlist.
Runescape Celebrates its 25th Anniversary with New Updates
Jagex has announced an entire round of updates for the classic 2000s era MMORPG, Runescape, in commemoration of its 25th anniversary. They are gearing up to release updates for the following iterations of the MMO: RuneScape 3, Old School RuneScape, and RuneScape: Dragonwilds. They began by firing off a short list of new features that will be added to Old School RuneScape such as a new Royal Titans Boss encounter, the Sailing skill, and the latest upcoming seasonal game mode, Leagues IV: Demonic Pact, which is set to drop in Q4 of 2026.
Next, Jagex revealed the 2026 roadmap for RuneScape: Dragonwilds, which revealed forthcoming regions (Fellhollow, Dowdun Reach, Umbral Sands, and Scorned Wilderness) and skills (Farming, Fishing, Prayer, Agility) among others.
As a commemorative gift, Jagex will be distributing an anniversary cape in game. The cape can be collected after completing 25 mini tasks during the anniversary event.
The Legacy of Tom Clancy’s The Division Lives On with The Division 2: Survivors and The Division Resurgence
The NG+ team interviewed Julian Gerighty, Executive Producer of the upcoming The Division 2: Survivors game mode and The Division Resurgence, a free-to-play mobile MMO shooter take on Tom Clancy’s The Division. In the interview, Gerighty rehashes a few details about the setting of The Division 2: Survivors and teases innovative mechanics that they wish to bring to Survivors—such as the weather mechanic brought forth by the Washington D.C. blizzard—while balancing them with the familiar gameplay and controls that fans of The Division 2 know and love.
As for The Division Resurgence, Gerighty has confirmed that they are implementing the "final touches" on the upcoming mobile version of The Division.
Julian Gerighty also promised players that development for The Division 3 is underway. While he did not reveal any details, he stated that The Division 3 is "shaping up to be a monster."
The Division 2: Survivors game mode will be released sometime in 2026. There is no specific release date for The Division Resurgence, but there have been ongoing regional beta tests, the latest of which was hosted in Romania back in September 2025.
Atomic Heart Previews Fourth and Final Expansion
Atomic Heart shared new previews of its upcoming fourth and final expansion. This DLC will mark the epic conclusion to the sci-fi shooter, pushing players to the limit as they take on hordes of robots.
It is officially the last piece of the "Atomic Pass" and is intended to wrap up the narrative of Major P-3 before the studio shifts full focus to Atomic Heart 2. Although a specific release date has yet to be confirmed, developer Mundfish noted that the fourth DLC is coming soon.
Atomic Heart is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.
Grounded 2 The Winter Update Expands Brookhollow Park
Grounded 2 developer Obsidian Entertainment shared more details about how the game is shaping and the current status of its Early Access release. Their latest Winter update expands Brookhollow Park, introducing the community garden that features new types of plants and insects to the game.
This new biome further highlights the park’s uniqueness, mixing the natural essence of the surroundings and its man-made influence. The update will also add the Ladybuggy – a rideable, tank-like ladybug mount equipped with a water cannon on its back for combat and utility.
With the new insects, players can craft more armor, weapons, and other essential items for their survival.
Grounded 2 is currently in Early Access for Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam, and is also slated to release on PlayStation 5.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Gives Players Choices and More
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn’s leading game director, Leonid Rastoguev, gives insight into the upcoming sci-fi action RPG, emphasizing how each relationship and choice a player makes impacts the narrative of the game. With a multitude of customization options, players can tailor their character to make the experience more immersive.
The game features third-person, "cover-focused gunplay" paired with real-time squad commands, alongside exploration across iconic locations like Ganymede, Ceres, Mars, and Luna. Owlcat Games notes that player dialogue choices and decision-making remain vital throughout these encounters, directly influencing how the story unfolds.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. While a release date has not been confirmed, the game is available for wishlist.
Dinoblade Demo Now Available on Steam
Dinoblade is an upcoming action RPG with a unique premise following a young Spinosaurus with the ability to wield a weapon imbued with ancient magic. As the Spinosaurus, players will resist extinction by facing down other powerful dinosaurs with the Great Sword held between their jaws in this kooky, yet brutal soulslike by indie developer Team Spino.
Though no release date has been announced, players can now experience the Dinoblade demo on Steam.
Release Dates and New Trailers
Warhammer 40K: Dark Heresy Preview
Set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, Warhammer 40K: Dark Heresy puts players in the position of an Inquisitor who sets out to investigate the Calixis Sector on a mission to sniff out acts of heresy in an immersive and nightmarish depiction of the Inquisition.
In this segment, Executive Producer Anatoly Shestov sits down for an interview with the NG+ team to briefly explain the game’s investigation system and how player choices impact the outcome of the main character’s inquisition, with new mechanics such as a new morale system set to be introduced.
Warhammer 40K: Dark Heresy is set to be released for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Core Keeper Void & Voltage Update Available on January 28, 2026
Core Keeper brings a new major content update with Void & Voltage. This upcoming expansion adds a new biome called The Breaker’s Reach, a mechanical, industrial region filled with inorganic life.
It also features the new boss S.A.H.A.B.A.R., a colossal robotic titan described as a "machine out of your nightmares." The game also introduces new gear, the Advanced Automaton Table, a mysterious dungeon to explore, and so much more.
Core Keeper Void & Voltage update is set to launch on January 28, 2026, on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. The update also marks the game’s release on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Project Shadowglass, a 3D Pixelated RPG Classic Sim, Demo This 2026
Project Shadowglass is a 3D pixelated RPG by Starhelm Studios inspired by classic immersive sim titles like Thief and System Shock. The lead developer, Dominick John, states that "no art, no assets will be generated by AI", as everything is crafted and placed by human hands.
They showcased several technical features like light and shadow detection, surface and physics interactions, bow and arrow functionality, and a day and night cycle. Movement options such as vaulting, climbing, and mantling were also integrated into the game.
Notably, the developers claimed that all sounds in the game will be 3D and used a variety of techniques to enrich them, such as 3D spatial audio, footstep surface types, sound occlusion, binaural stereo, dynamic reverb, air absorption, and ray-traced audio reflections, which would let you hear audio in both ears even when you’re behind a wall.
At the end of the demonstration, John announced that they had launched an official Discord server for those who are interested in sharing their ideas or suggestions for Project Shadowglass, or just in following its development.
Project Shadowglass is now available for wishlist on Steam, with a demo coming this 2026.
SAND: Raiders of Sophie Launching in March 2026
SAND: Raiders of Sophie is an upcoming open-world, multiplayer first-person shooter developed by Hologryph and TowerHaus. Survival revolves around Tramplers—massive, customizable walkers that serve as transport, bases, and weapons while navigating the hostile terrain on the planet of Sophie in an alternate 1910.
Once resource-rich and colonized by the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Sophie now lies in ruins, awaiting the return of the Galicians. To reclaim Sophie’s hidden wealth, players battle rival pirates and undead inhabitants in a relentless PvPvE combat, where exploration and looting define the struggle to dominate the dunes.
SAND: Raiders of Sophie is available to wishlist and is set to release sometime in March 2026 for PC (Steam) and PlayStation 5.
Denshattack! Coming in Spring 2026
Zoom through a dystopian Japan on a quirky, gravity-defying train in Denshattack! Featuring similarities with Tony Hawk’s skateboarding game, this fast-paced 3D platformer developed by Brazil-based studio Undercoders and published by Fireshine Games captures the charm of a "vibrant Japanese dystopia." across the Kyushu countryside, the snowy Hokkaido, the big cities of Osaka and Tokyo, and more.
Players go against a wide variety of bosses in anime-style showdowns, showcasing skateboarding moves like ollies, kickflips, and grinding along the rails. Denshattack! propels players on a wild ride as they work with gangs and rebels to dismantle the evil Miraidō megacorporation.
Denshattack! is set to launch in Spring 2026 on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
The Eternal Life of Goldman Demo Releasing This February
The Eternal Life of Goldman is a 2D hand-drawn sidescrolling platformer by Weappy Studio. Slide, jump, hang, and toil in battles against fantastical creatures of all sorts of shapes and sizes, promising challenging platforming and enjoyable exploration.
Visually, it’s vibrant and whimsical, yet it secretly hides a dark adventure that blends together the supernatural, legends, and myths. As the protagonist, players arrive at the enigmatic Archipelago with a task—to kill the Deity, deep inside the isle. It is by no means a simple task, and the Archipelago appears to have a plethora of surprises, ranging from eccentric to complex and thought-provoking.
The Eternal Life of Goldman is set to release on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The game is currently available for wishlist on all platforms except for the Nintendo Switch edition. A free playable demo will launch on Steam this February.
Erosion Playtest Coming In Spring 2026
Time-looping open-world roguelike Erosion introduces players to a post-apocalyptic Wild West setting, where they take on the role of a father searching for his daughter after she has been kidnapped into a living Pillar. The game centers on the passage of time: each death advances the world by a decade, aging characters and reshaping environments, settlements, and narrative outcomes. This system is designed to make failure meaningful, as repeated attempts permanently alter the world and the people within it.
Developer Plot Twist has announced an upcoming playtest in Spring 2026, with interested players able to request access once it becomes available.
Erosion is currently available to wishlist and is set to launch on PC via Xbox PC and Steam. More details about the game are expected to be shared closer to the playtest period.
Distant Shore: Bretagne Gameplay Trailer Revealed
An exciting new action-adventure platformer made a splash landing in tonight’s showcase. Distant Shore: Bretagne, created by French indie game developer DISTANT SHORE, was revealed through an in-depth gameplay trailer, showing off the beautifully rendered Geniac Island with clever puzzle and platformer gameplay.
Distant Shore: Bretagne follows the perspective of an intrepid explorer who arrives at the ruins of a scientific facility known as the West Zone in search of their missing brother. However, don’t be fooled by the empty tranquility of the island; the more you explore the West Zone, the more dangers you will encounter. Remember to keep an eye on the peculiar cloud that hovers over you and watches your every move.
Explore this mysterious island with your trusty magnetic gauntlets and parkour skills by moving metal objects, powering up inactive devices, and shattering the obstacles in your path to head deeper into the heart of the island, where the answers to all of your questions await.
Distant Shore can now be wishlisted on Steam.
Sprint City Slated for Q1 2026 Early Access Release
Sprint City edges closer to the starting line with a Q1 2026 early access release date announcement. This stylish 8-player racing game from the creators of SpeedRunners takes you all over the titular metropolis of Sprint City in an adrenaline-fueled parkour party where both speed and momentum will decide who comes out victorious.
Sprint City will be available for Early Access on Steam.
Gallipoli Marches To The Battlefield in 2026
Gallipoli is the fourth entry in the WW1 Game Series by developer BlackMil Games. This new title focuses on the Middle Eastern Front, depicting the 915 Gallipoli Campaign and the Mesopotamian Campaign.
It is a tactical, squad-based multiplayer first-person shooter that emphasizes historical authenticity, featuring realistic weaponry, period-accurate uniforms, and maps based on the actual topographic data of the Dardanelles and the Ottoman Empire.
Gallipoli is set to be released in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
Unawake, A Hellish Action-Adventure RPG, Entering Early Access in 2026
Grimdark action-adventure hack-and-slash roguelike RPG Unawake throws you into the fiery depths of hell in the middle of a devastating war between angels and demons as the Unawake, with the ambition of bringing peace and unity to these fractured lands. The trailer offered cinematic visuals and creatively designed environments on top of intense combat.
It is set to feature a central skill and stat tree that mirrors that of Path of Exile, with deep character customization, classes to choose from, and itemization, as well as the ability to be fully moddable from release.
Projected to launch in Early Access sometime in Late 2026, Unawake can now be wishlisted on Steam ahead of time.
Nested Lands Launches Early Access on January 23, 2026
Nested Lands is an upcoming, ruthless medieval RPG that features town-building and social management with combat. Players are tasked to lead a village as its chief in a world ravaged by a devastating plague.
Unlike other management games, Nested Lands requires players to be hands-on as they must keep track of their settlers’ hunger, thirst, and health, keeping them clean to prevent the spread of the plague.
In terms of combat, players must face bandits, rogue soldiers, and corrupted factions that will attempt to destroy the village. The game can be played either solo or in online co-op.
Nested Lands launches Early Access on January 23, 2026, on PC via Steam, Epic Games, and GOG.
Duskfade Platformer Coming Soon in 2026
Duskfade is an upcoming 3D action-platformer game developed by indie studio Weird Beluga. The game is set in a colorful clockwork-like world where time has come to a standstill. Players take on the role of apprentice Zirian, who sets out on a mission to master his abilities in hopes of saving his sister. The game is built around time-themed environments, with levels designed to highlight careful jumping, combat, and exploration.
Inspired by classic platformer games, Duskfade challenges players with a variety of enemies, each with their own unique mechanics.
Duskfade is currently available to wishlist and is set to launch in 2026 for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. More details are expected to be shared closer to release.
Last Man Sitting Is a Battle Royale That Glides Through The Office
Last Man Sitting is an upcoming roguelite action shooter where players sit on a chair and glide through the chaotic madness in the office. They must fight off swarms of sentient, hostile office appliances, such as printers and water coolers.
Although the previous Open Beta focused on its PvE aspects, the developers plan to shape the game to accommodate PvP game modes, which will be the focus of its next testing period. The game also features over 200 power-up synergies, allowing players to mix up their playstyle and cause more mayhem in the '00s-inspired workplace.
Last Man Sitting is now available for wishlist on Steam.
Beautiful Light, A PvPvPvE Horror Extraction Shooter, Announced
Confront terrifying beings in this upcoming first-person extraction shooter, Beautiful Light, where players will face off against other operators and powerful abominations in 6 3-person squads as they search for an artifact hidden deep inside perilous locations overrun with aliens.
Similar to other upcoming horror PvPvE horror shooter by Team Jade, Project Spectrum, and hit asymmetrical horror survival game Dead by Daylight, players can also take on the role of monstrous creatures hunting down other players.
Beautiful Light can now be wishlisted for PC via Steam and Epic Games.
Updates and DLCs
Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader’s Developers Reveal New DLC in Exclusive Interview
Executive producer Anatoly Shestov of Owlcat Games discusses what makes Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader special in an exclusive interview, along with showcasing the upcoming unnamed 3rd DLC, which will come with new systems, locations, body mods, and even a new companion. Shestov explains that the DLC allowed them to expand on the late-game experience, not just mechanically, but in all "the different aspects of the game".
Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader is currently available on Steam, Epic Games, GOG, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch 2. Its DLC, Lex Imperialis, is available on all these platforms except for the Nintendo Switch 2 edition, which will come at a later date.
Aphelion Composer Discusses The Music Behind The Game
Aphelion Composer Amine Bouhafa discussed how the music for the game adds more layers to the immersion in the frozen world of Persephone. He wanted to focus on both the frozen identity and the magical sense of the score, highlighting the arctic vibes of the environment.
To further accentuate the musical aesthetic he was aiming for, he utilized the grand organ of the Saint-Eustache Church to emit a sacred feeling that the planet exudes. With his first time writing a score for a video game, Bouhafa expressed his gratitude and excitement for the project.
Aphelion is set to be released in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Alpha Response Is a Police FPS by Counter-Strike Creator, Available in Early Access on Steam
Alpha Response is a first-person shooter police simulator by original Counter-Strike creator, Minh Le, and Ultimo Ratio Games. Fight in high-stakes missions, in solo or co-op, and protect civilians from unlawful threats.
Take the fight across a variety of urban locations, wield deadly weapons, and ride all kinds of vehicles in operations. Work together to serve and protect in a world where justice is delivered in devastating firepower.
Alpha Response is currently available in Early Access on Steam.
Starfinder Afterlight, Now Has Full Voice Acting
Starfinder Afterlight is a party-based sci-fi RPG by Epictellers Entertainment. After the success of their Kickstarter campaign, the developers have now added full voice acting to the game. Roger Clark, who played Arthur Morgan from 2018’s Red Dead Redemption 2, plays the narrator of the game.
The developer showcased the combat abilities of the companions, Sterling, a melee attacker, and Lu-323, a support character. They also go into detail that the game was inspired by Pathfinder Second Edition’s "battle-tested" combat system, using three actions per turn. It was also stated that it was a deliberate decision to stray away from using a grid-based system, which would’ve given the game the feel of a tabletop simulator.
Starfinder Afterlight is set to release the first 10 hours on Early Access Steam next year. A full release date has yet to be announced.
Shadow of the Road Reimagines a Bioshock-esque Civil War in Feudal Japan Through Strategy and Turn-Based Combat
Indie developer Another Angle Games teams up with Owlcat Games in this narrative-heavy isometric turn-based game where humans, yōkai, and killer machines clash amid the chaotic backdrop of civil unrest in 1868 Japan.
Shadow of the Road reimagines and condenses a critical turning point in Japanese history: the conflict between traditionalism and imperial modernization, represented by the Tokugawa shogunate and the forces of Emperor Mutsuhito, whose forces are bolstered in the game by the fictional British East Nippon Company.
Players will act as a "master strategist" who will lead their chosen group of warriors—each with their own skillset and personality—on a mission ordered by the shogunate. Shadow of the Road will feature choice-based gameplay and classic turn-based combat with relationship building and long-term strategy.
Shadow of the Road will be released for PC and can be wishlisted on Steam, Epic Games, and GOG.
Tape 101: Liminal Descent Demo Now Available
Tape 101: Liminal Descent is an upcoming psychological horror game where players explore a repetitive "liminal space-style" setting, trying to figure out a way to leave the twisted environment. Each liminal space corresponds to a stage of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.
Using the RC car with a camera to scout each area helps players solve certain puzzles as they advance through the game. While no antagonist is chasing the player’s character, it is up to them to solve each mystery they face, and to try to figure out what’s real and what’s not. The only threat is the human condition, and what lies at the end of all these spaces.
Tape 101: Liminal Descent’s demo version is now available with recent patch fix improvements, and the game can be wishlisted on Steam.
Dark Light: Survivor Is a Top-Down and Third-Person Survival Roguelike
Dark Light: Survivor is a top-down and third-person hybrid melee and shooter roguelike game by Mirari&Co., where you face hordes of mutants and the undead. As the last humans left alive after the Dark Void plunged the multiverse into darkness, players slay monsters and survive together in co-op mode with up to three other players or fight solo, all for the chance to reach Elysium, a paradise untouched by the malice.
Customize your playthrough by selecting from a random set of buffs and by changing the loadout of your weapons, while also allowing you to choose between top-down and third-person views, or switch from modern graphics to a classic Pixel Mode.
Dark Light: Survivor is set to release in Early Access sometime in Q1 2026. The game is currently available for wishlisting and has a playable demo.
The CUBE Reveals The Twins from Atomic Heart As Bosses
The Twins from Atomic Heart are to make their appearance in The CUBE, an upcoming multiplayer RPG-shooter from Mundfish. Set in the Atomic Universe, the metallic duo, Lissa & Zena, are revealed to debut a crossover into the game.
Players explore this ever-changing world, completing quests, battling powerful enemies, and uncovering the cube’s core mysteries, all while customizing their character to their heart’s content. Set on a mysterious, massive, environment-changing cube world, The Atomic Hearts’ Twins are revealed to maintain their threatening metallic appearance in a golden sheen.
The project began as a spiritual successor to Atomic Heart, with Mundfish aiming to expand their sci-fi universe into a multiplayer experience. The CUBE is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, and is available for wishlist with no release date confirmed.
Far Far West Single Session Rundown
Far Far West is a chaotic 1-4 co-op game that fuses the Western cowboy aesthetic with sci-fi robots. The latest trailer previewed how a single session works in this PvPvE extraction shooter, highlighting its wild and enigmatic playstyle.
Players are dropped into a zone and must explore the map to complete objectives. They can use their trusty horse to traverse faster, and utilize a wide variety of spells and firearms to defeat enemies and obtain loot.
In the playthrough, the players were trying to defeat a boss, but must first lure them out using explosives. Once accomplished, they summoned them and engaged in an all-out combat. After conquering the boss, players boarded the train to finish the session.
Far Far West is coming soon to Early Access on Steam.
ExeKiller, Upcoming Sci-fi Bounty Hunting Game, Shows Off Scorched Deserts and Deadly Combat
Exekiller is a survival first-person action adventure game by Paradark that "never holds your hand". You are placed in the shoes of a ‘corporate’ bounty hunter, Denzel Phoenix, who must hunt down fugitives trying to escape the system. Structured in chapters, the game has you explore ghost cities, sandstorm-filled deserts, and roads crawling with all sorts of armed rogues and bandits.
Today’s gameplay overview gave a glimpse of Exekiller’s survival elements, high-tech hacking devices, and nonlinear missions designed to accommodate a wide variety of approaches. Your inventory space is limited, and every item is essential, so choose wisely. Every decision matters in this dark frontier.
Exekiller is now available on Steam for wishlisting.
IMMORTAL: Gates of Pyre Aims to be the "Next Generation" of RTS Games
IMMORTAL: Gates of Pyre is a "modernized" take on real-time strategy (RTS) games by Sunspear Games Inc. Dubbed as a "Blizzard-style" RTS, IMMORTAL: Gates of Pyre is said to retain the fast-paced tactical combat found in the subset of the genre.
Sunspear Games’ Admin Director, Ian Hunt goes into detail about the information they gathered from the RTS and MOBA crowd, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the enjoyment derived from the power fantasy of controlling entire armies, which he argues is the very essence of RTS games. Rather than inundating players with so many "chores," Gates of Pyre will classify certain decisions as "opt-in" features, stripping down unnecessary complexity commonly injected in microdecisions and raising individual units, all while challenging players with complex gameplay.
IMMORTAL: Gates of Pyre will be available for PC in the future. In the meantime, interested players can now wishlist the game on Steam.
Dragontwin Shares a New Update Coming to its Early Access Demo
Dragontwin is an epic fantasy dragon-riding game by Draconic Interactive, currently in early development. Create your own fire-breathing dragon and engage in combat while commanding armies from its back.
The developer shared that they are currently working on the tech and systems to bring the concept of Dragontwin to life. The current early demo accessible to Patreon supporters is focused on the game’s flight mechanics, with an extensive dragon creator being the spotlight of the next release.
Dragontwin is planned for a PC release, with early demos currently available to Patreon supporters of the game. The game currently has no release date.
Forsaken Realms: Vahrin’s Call Gameplay Deep Dive Shows Off Versatile Combat and Open World Fun
UK-based indie developer Titan Roc introduced Forsaken Realms: Vahrin’s Call through a deep dive segment. Forsaken Realms: Vahrin’s Call is an upcoming action-adventure RPG that takes place in the medieval fantasy world of the Forsaken Realms, where players will take on the role of a nameless mercenary with endless potential to become the hero of Vahrin.
The segment takes players to various locations in the Forsaken Realms, specifically the land of Leyda, a place split between darkness and light. Players start off as a lone mercenary who makes their way to the vale of Vahrin, "a city on the brink of collapse." As the mercenary, it’s up to players to take on various quests found in the overworld, assisting a colorful cast of characters and subsequently uncovering the secrets that haunt the land.
Forsaken Realms: Vahrin’s Call will be released for PC via Steam at an undefined date, with a planned release for consoles to follow.
Outward 2 Expands on Immersion and Daily Life
Outward 2 developer team Nine Dots Studio gives more information on the game and how the upcoming fantasy adventure ARPG provides different environments for players to explore or try in the world of Aurai. Now with more available customization options in comparison to their first Outward title, they hope that their community is given more freedom to be creative and immersed in their playthroughs.
The developers also mentioned incorporating a calendar and weather system, where one can live out a day-to-day experience. The game supports both online and split‑screen co‑op, letting friends explore together or tackle Aurai solo. As the dev team further progresses in polishing the game, they expect to better streamline the flow of game mechanics to continue to provide players with unique experiences.
The game emphasizes preparation and resource management, rewarding those with careful planning as they embark on their adventure. Survival also extends beyond combat, with gear, inventory, and provisions affecting every journey.
Outward is currently available for wishlist on PC via Steam. The game is set to release in Q3 of 2026 with no exact confirmed release date at this time.
Deep Dish Dungeon, A New Survival Dungeon Crawler, Coming Soon
Deep Dish Dungeon is an upcoming survival dungeon-crawling game from developer Behold and publisher Raw Fury. Expect Metroidvania elements, a crafting system, cooking, hand-made dungeons, deadly enemies, and puzzle solving. Both solo and online co-op multiplayer modes are available.
The showcase today featured a campsite with an open fire used to cook meat and a piece of mushroom. Ropes can be hung from nails to help players rappel down, and mining with pickaxes is useful for gathering resources and revealing handles buried under minerals. Enemies vary from big bats, skeletons, spore-spewing flora, and a giant spider.
Deep Dish Dungeon is now available for wishlisting on Steam, with no release date revealed as of this showcase.
Blind Descent, An Alien Survival Craft Game on a Martian World, Can Now Be Wishlisted
Blind Descent is an upcoming open world survival game by Turkish-based developer Pokuch set in a Martian world rife with rare biological marvels, some of which are as hostile as they are magnificent. Descend into a deep Martian cave all alone or with your friends via online co-op and craft the necessary tools for your survival as you search for an expedition team lost in the planet’s depths.
There is no release date set for Blind Descent, but it will be available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and the PlayStation 5.
Everything We Know About the New Game+ Showcase
Goes Live On January 8, 2026, 1 PM PT / 4 PM ET
The New Game+ Showcase by Gaming World Media is scheduled to premiere on January 8, 2026, 1 PM PT / 4 PM ET on their official YouTube channel.
Check out the table below to check when the livestream will start in your region!
| Region | Local Release Time |
|---|---|
| United States (ET) | Thursday, January 8, 2026, 4:00 p.m. |
| United States (PT) | Thursday, January 8, 2026, 1:00 p.m. |
| United Kingdom | Thursday, January 8, 2026, 9:00 p.m. |
| Central Europe | Thursday, January 8, 2026, 10:00 p.m. |
| New Zealand | Friday, January 9, 2026, 10:00 a.m. |
| Australian East Coast | Friday, January 9, 2026, 7:00 a.m. |
| Australian West Coast | Friday, January 9, 2026, 5:00 a.m. |
| Japan | Friday, January 9, 2026, 6:00 a.m. |
| Philippines | Friday, January 9, 2026, 5:00 a.m. |
| South Africa | Thursday, January 8, 2026, 11:00 p.m. |
| Brazil | Thursday, January 8, 2026, 6:00 p.m. |
| Universal Time (UTC) | Thursday, January 8, 2026, 9:00 p.m. |
What To Expect In The New Game+ Showcase
A New Showcase Featuring 45 Games
As announced on their social media posts, viewers will be treated to a whole 3 hours and 30 minutes of exclusive game footage and developer interviews from a curated selection of 45 games ranging from indie titles to AAA giants. In anticipation for the upcoming showcase, they released a Hype Trailer that previewed footage of all games coming to the show, with some eagle-eyed gamers catching familiar-looking snippets from titles such as:
⚫︎ Crimson Desert
⚫︎ The Expanse: Osiris Reborn
⚫︎ The Blood of Dawnwalker
⚫︎ The Cube
⚫︎ Atomic Heart 2
⚫︎ ExeKiller
They have also clarified on their X (Twitter) through a reply that there are "no world premieres" in this showcase, but instead will focus on showcasing "really cool games you might not have heard of or seen much of yet!"
Appearances From Obsidian Entertainment, DON’T NOD, Ubisoft, And More
On January 7th at around 7PM PT / 10PM ET, the New Game+ Showcase team revealed the numerous game development companies, both indie and AAA, that are set to make an appearance on the livestream. Renowned names in gaming such as Bandai Namco, Ubisoft, Obsidian Entertainment, THQ Nordic, Xbox Game Studios, and more can be seen on the promotional image alongside breakout indie studios like Draconic Interactive, Hologryph, and Double Moose.
Some companies have directly reacted to the initial showcase announcement post and have confirmed their participation early on, such as Obsidian Entertainment, DON’T NOD, Paradark Studio, and Distant Shore, among others.
What is the New Game+ Showcase?
The New Game+ Showcase is a whole new showcase spearheaded by Gaming World Media and a group of well-known gaming creators, namely Luke Stephens, Luality, IAmRob, Blue Thunder, HUN2R, and Jake Lucky. It is fully creator-led, promising no paid placements and just genuine passion and excitement for the love of gaming.
