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Wayfinder is a three-player co-op action RPG filled with intense combat, deep customization, and immersive exploration. From dynamic dungeons and thrilling boss fights to a robust loot system and modular character progression, Wayfinder offers a seamless multiplayer experience.
Discover Wayfinder's new Crucible zone, Critical Role collaboration, and exciting content updates ahead of its October 21st release on PlayStation 5.
Discover three spooky game demos from Steam Next Fest: Midnight Murder Club, Kletka, and The Axis Unseen. Get ready for thrills and survival challenges!
Discover three standout isometric games from Next Fest Day One, featuring Wind Blown, Wild Woods, and Luma’s Island. Get the scoop on these exciting demos now!
Explore Persona 3 Reload, a remake that updates the classic RPG with enhanced visuals, refined combat, and modern mechanics. Discover what's new and what’s missing.
Delta Force offers Conquest and Extraction modes, playable free on Steam during Next Fest, October 14-21. No key needed—jump in and play!
Rogue Waters delivers a tactical pirate adventure with procedurally generated encounters, turn-based naval combat, and unique crew abilities.
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company are suing Palworld’s developers, alleging patent infringement over game mechanics. This could have major implications for innovation in the gaming industry.
Watch the Under the Island trailer to discover its colorful 90s-inspired world, unique monsters, and player-driven exploration in this exciting 2D action RPG.
Lora is the vessel of a primal spirit—a deadly force that frightens even her allies. An orphan with few memories of her past, she’s determined to master this power before she loses anyone else.
Take a first look at Windblown, the new action-packed roguelike from the creators of Deadcells. Explore its dynamic combat and platforming mechanics in this gameplay preview.
Starship Troopers: Extermination has officially launched on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S with Update 1.0. Experience crossplay, new features, and intense battles!
Dive into the multiplayer mayhem of Diesel Knights, a 6v6 mech shooter where brave pilots navigate a vibrant dieselpunk world, utilizing parkour and powerful battle suits.
Ravenswatch 1.0 arrives with an epic new Final Boss, Carmilla as a playable character, new skins, talents, achievements, and more. After a year in Early Access, Passtech's roguelike adventure is now complete. Read the full patch notes!
Capcom finally listens! Monster Hunter Wilds launches on PC and console on the same day, marking a major shift for Monster Hunter fans.
Iron Rebellion's latest update brings game-changing mech abilities, a powerful augment system, and revamped maps, adding fresh layers of strategy to every battle.
Game of the Month
wayfinder
WAYFINDER exits early access on October 21st where it will launch cross play between Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation. It has recovered to Very Postive on recent Steam reviews after a rough early access launch in June of this year.
Featuring 3-player co-op action RPG set in the shattered world of Evenor, team up with friends to harness the power of a Wayfinder. Engage in intense combat and deep customization in a varied, loot-filled landscape.
The vast fantasy world calls you to discover new locations, monsters, and gear to collect, including armor sets and unique weapons. Wayfinder emphasizes cooperative gameplay, allowing seamless drop-in/drop-out mechanics for tackling story missions and formidable bosses together. Ready to control the chaos? Your journey awaits!