Author: CtrlQueen

Hi there! I’m Marie, also known as CtrlQueen. I’m passionate about keeping up with the latest in gaming news and sharing my insights. RPGs steal my heart with their rich narratives and immersive worlds, but I also love unwinding with fun, casual games. Whether you’re here for deep dives into game mechanics or just to chat about your favorite casual game, you’ve found the right place! Let’s game and explore together.

Just in time for Steam Next Fest, developer stillalive studios updates its transit sim to let you and three friends navigate the streets of Ashtree together. Driving a bus is usually a solitary profession—just you, the wheel, and a hundred passengers wondering why you’re five minutes late. But today, Saber Interactive and the developer, stillalive studios, are changing the schedule. Just days after announcing a massive John Wick game, Saber is pivoting to a slightly more peaceful (but no less chaotic) form of transportation. The publisher has released a major update for the Bus Bound free PC demo on Steam, officially…

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Valve puts away the guns from PvP Fest and saddles up for a weekend of equestrian appreciation. From realistic sims to magical unicorns, the stable doors open February 19. If you are suffering from whiplash, you aren’t alone. Just a few days ago, Steam was a battleground of blood, sweat, and tears during the “PvP Fest.” But starting tomorrow, the platform is trading in its assault rifles for apples and curry combs. Valve has officially announced Steam Horse Fest, a short-but-sweet celebration of all things equestrian. The event kicks off tomorrow, Thursday, February 19th at 10:00 a.m. Pacific, and runs…

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The game formerly known as ‘Crosswind’, now Windrose, invites players to test their sea legs. Featuring up to 6 hours of gameplay, ship boarding, and co-op, this top-wishlisted title is finally playable. If you have been yearning for the high seas since Sea of Thieves or Black Flag, it is time to look alive. Windrose, the open-world pirate survival adventure that has been quietly climbing the charts under its previous name Crosswind, has officially dropped anchor at Steam Next Fest. Starting today, players can download a substantial free demo of the game, which currently sits in the Top 35 Most…

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In a whimsical pivot from their usual military espionage, Konami partners with French indie ZDT Studio for a gorgeous platformer starring an octopus. A demo featuring a ‘Solid Snake’ skin is available today. Konami is having a very busy State of Play. Between reviving Silent Hill, bringing back Metal Gear, and launching new RPGs, the publisher found time to announce something completely different: a charming, high-fidelity platformer about a cephalopod trying to get home. Today, Konami announced that Darwin’s Paradox! will officially release on April 2, 2026. Developed in partnership with ZDT Studio, a passionate independent team from France, the…

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In a surprise reveal at Sony’s State of Play, Konami debuts a brand-new intellectual property. ‘Rev. NOiR’ promises a story of fate, amnesia, and a world threatened by a deadly phenomenon known as “Light Fall.” Konami is officially back in the business of making big, ambitious console games. Following a showcase that already featured the return of Silent Hill and Castlevania, the Japanese publisher capped off its presence at Sony Interactive’s State of Play with a surprise that no one saw coming: a completely original RPG titled Rev. NOiR. Currently in development exclusively for PlayStation 5, the project marks a…

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For the 40th anniversary, Konami hands the keys to the castle to the Evil Empire. A new 2D action-exploration entry set in 15th-century Paris is coming to consoles and PC in 2026. For years, Castlevania fans have asked the same question: “When will Konami make a new mainline game?” After a generation of collections, mobile spin-offs, and a highly successful Netflix series, the silence has finally been broken. And in a move that will likely thrill the community, Konami isn’t doing it alone. Today, Konami officially unveiled Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, a brand-new entry in the legendary franchise scheduled to launch…

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