Author: CtrlQueen

From the creators of Ikai comes a new descent into darkness, putting players behind the wheel in Japan’s most haunted forests. Independent studio Endflame has officially announced its latest project, Silent Road, a first-person psychological horror game that promises to turn a mundane night shift into a nightmare. Returning to the Japanese folklore roots that defined their debut title, Ikai, the developers invite players to take on the role of a taxi driver in a remote region known for a long history of suicides. The announcement was accompanied by a new trailer, establishing a heavy, fog-drenched atmosphere that genre fans…

At today’s PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted showcase, indie publisher CRITICAL REFLEX (known for Mouthwashing and Buckshot Roulette) and developer Hey Bird! Revealed their latest project: Inkblood. This hand-drawn, occult detective adventure invites players to step into the shoes of an Inquisitor tasked with solving a cultist conspiracy that threatens the fabric of reality. Described as “unsettlingly cozy,” Inkblood blends gothic horror with the intricate puzzle-solving mechanics of escape room games. The Inquisitor’s Journey In Inkblood, you play as an Inquisitor following a trail of death left by a mysterious cult. Your predecessor has vanished, and the region is teetering…

The Master Thief returns in an immersive new format, with developer Maze Theory rolling out immediate patches to refine the experience. The shadows of The City have opened once more, as Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow officially launches on PC VR, PlayStation VR2, and Meta Quest headsets. Published by Vertigo Games and developed by Maze Theory in cooperation with Eidos-Montréal, this new title reimagines the legendary stealth franchise for a completely immersive medium. Released on December 4, the game introduces players to a new protagonist, Magpie, a cunning thief struggling to survive under the tyrannical rule of Baron Ulysses Northcrest.…

Get ready to rumble! Steam Sports Fest is bringing a week of deals on sports games starting December 8th. Valve has announced the return of Steam Sports Fest, a week-long celebration of competitive and athletic content. Running from December 8th through December 15th, the event promises discounts on a massive variety of sports titles. Starting at 10 a.m. Pacific on Monday, December 8th, players can expect deals on everything from traditional team sports like soccer, football, basketball, and hockey, to individual pursuits like boxing, skateboarding, and mountain biking. Whether you want to manage a team to victory, train for the…

The debut title from industry veterans at Wrenfall pays homage to classics like Portal and The Talos Principle. Newly established Swedish studio Wrenfall has officially released its debut game, Puzzle Parasite, available now on Steam. Created by a team of veteran developers hailing from studios like Playdead, Ubisoft, and IO Interactive, this first-person sci-fi adventure aims to bring puzzle games back to their logic-driven roots. Inspired by genre giants such as Portal and Antichamber, Puzzle Parasite transports players to a mysterious alien world filled with enigmatic structures. Armed with telekinetic powers and a trusty cricket bat, players must manipulate energy…

The highly anticipated “cozy horror” farming sim reveals a new ghostly character and secures a spot on PC Gamer’s Most Wanted list for 2026. Today at the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted showcase, Blumhouse Games and developer Perfect Garbage unveiled a fresh look at Grave Seasons, the narrative farming simulator with a terrifying twist. The new trailer introduced players to a brand-new character in the town of Ashenridge, who just so happens to be a ghost. The hype for this unique genre mashup is palpable. Grave Seasons claimed the #24 spot on PC Gamer’s top 25 most wanted list for…