Author: CtrlQueen

The side-scrolling beat ’em up is back — again — and Absolum might just be the best it’s been in decades. From the creative dream team behind Streets of Rage 4 (Dotemu and Guard Crush Games), joined by Supamonks for their hand-animated artistry, Absolum breathes new life into the brawler genre with modern roguelite depth, an epic fantasy setting, and a soundtrack that absolutely rips. It’s loud, beautiful, and surprisingly emotional — a furious storm of fists, spells, and rebellion that proves there’s still magic left in 2D combat. Magic, Revolution, and Fire Set in the shattered world of Talamh,…

The frost is thickening, and the northern frontier is stirring once again. FROSTHAVEN, the acclaimed dark fantasy tactical RPG from Snapshot Games Inc. and publisher Arc Games, is about to receive its first-ever major Early Access content update: Awakening Protocol, launching October 23, 2025. This massive, free update expands the digital adaptation of Isaac Childress’ celebrated board game with a new storyline, three playable heroes, fresh challenges, and even more strategic depth — making the brutal northern frontier deadlier and more rewarding than ever. ⚔️ The Unfettered Rise — New Storyline, New Threats In Awakening Protocol, players will confront the…

Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny has officially launched on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC — bringing together some of Nickelodeon’s most beloved characters in a fantastical, dice-driven action RPG adventure! Developed by Petit Fabrik and Fair Play Labs, and published by GameMill Entertainment, this vibrant cross-universe mashup reimagines iconic Nicktoons as classic RPG heroes on an epic fantasy quest that blends nostalgia, humor, and high-energy combat. 🎬 Watch the Launch Trailer: https://youtu.be/pPHWEJK_7U0?si=o_xTUyXcxLRS9lbH ⚔️ Adventure Calls. Destiny Awaits. Roll the dice and dive into an all-new universe where fantasy meets cartoon chaos. Journey through colorful lands like…

Heartworm, the haunting love letter to classic 90s survival horror, has received its first major update — and it’s a big one. Developed by Vincent Adinolfi and published by DreadXP, the new 1.1 Update is out now, introducing a slew of player-requested features, tweaks, and additions that make this nostalgic nightmare even richer. 💀 The 1.1 Update — Out Now The latest patch dives deep into gameplay refinements and fan feedback, introducing a range of new content and balance changes. Here’s everything new in Heartworm 1.1: If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to replay Heartworm — or dive in…

Mind Diver from Indoor Sunglasses and publisher PLAYISM is out now on Steam (PC), inviting players to step inside the “Mind Ocean” to restore shattered memories and solve a haunting missing persons case. To celebrate the launch, the game is 15% off for two weeks, with a sale price of $15.39 (MSRP $17.99). 🎥 Launch Trailer: Watch “Out Now” Trailer “Investigate a broken mind. Deduce the truth.” You play as a Mind Diver, using experimental tech to enter Lina Kukanova’s deteriorating memories and piece together what happened to Sebastian, who has gone missing. Every scene you visit is incomplete—one key…

Huntsman is ready to make your skin crawl. Developed by OnTheHouse Studios and published by Ten Image Publishing, this survival horror experience traps players inside a research facility overrun by realistic, unpredictable spiders that hunt with terrifying intelligence. Unveiled at the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct, Huntsman brings primal fear to life with meticulously animated eight-legged predators, suffocating atmosphere, and brutal survival mechanics. The game will officially launch on PC this November, with a Steam demo available beginning October 13, 2025. 🎥 Watch the Official Release Date Trailer:👉 https://youtu.be/Uu5KG9fPQmc?si=hI2IyXDLzQh5K6ir 🕸️ Forget Everything and Run — FEAR the Huntsman In Huntsman,…