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.

If you’re craving a roguelike that blends the unpredictability of dice rolls with deckbuilding strategy—and tops it off with a magically mutated dog protagonist—DOG WITCH might just be your next obsession. Developed by solo dev Heckmouse and published by Mystic Forge, this upcoming game throws you tail-first into a chaotic magical adventure that’s as clever as it is utterly bizarre. The official Steam page is live now with a wishlist option here as the game heads toward release later this year. 🐾 A Dog, a Witch, and a Whole Lot of Dice In DOG WITCH, you play as a loyal…

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Mushroom madness has officially landed. Developer Team Lazerbeam and publisher Devolver Digital have officially launched the demo for their upcoming first-person roguelike, Shroom and Gloom, and it’s ready to be devoured on Steam. If you’re into deckbuilders with a weird twist and even weirder enemies, this demo is your next must-play. 🎴 Download the Demo NowGet an early taste of the game right now at:👉 Shroom and Gloom on Steam 🍄 What Is Shroom and Gloom? Shroom and Gloom is a dark, atmospheric, first-person roguelike where players battle through eerie, hand-drawn dungeons teeming with monstrous mushrooms. But the real hook?…

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Future Friends Games and indie duo Akos Makovics & Fabi Smith invite players to a stress-free sandbox adventure launching May 29 The cozy game renaissance rolls on, and the next charming title on the tracks is Islands & Trains, a relaxing sandbox railway builder officially set to launch on May 29 for PC via Steam. Developed by indie duo Akos Makovics and Fabi Smith, and published by the ever-cozy-forward Future Friends Games (SUMMERHOUSE, Gourdlets, Europa), this whimsical sandbox promises a serene blend of trains, creativity, and endless tiny diorama possibilities. The game’s launch will coincide with Rokaplay’s Cozy & Family…

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Full release of the anomaly-spotting thriller brings new features, deeper story, and more ways to lose your grip on reality 📺 Play or Wishlist Spectator 2 on Steam “A must-play for fans of psychological thrillers and co-op challenges alike.” — 8/10, TheBigBoisRead our early access review If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to be the last line of defense between normalcy and the unknown, Spectator 2 has the answer—and it’s deeply unsettling. After months in early access, indie developer Neko Machine is officially launching Spectator 2 into full release on May 25, 2025. With its revamped interface, full…

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Gun Interactive’s brutal and faithful take on one of horror’s most iconic franchises, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, is now considered complete by its developers. In a heartfelt message to fans, the team announced that the game will no longer receive further content updates, signaling the end of active development. While this may feel bittersweet for die-hard fans, it also marks a milestone moment—the game has officially been realized as the studio envisioned it. Based on the 1974 horror classic, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a third-person asymmetrical multiplayer experience that thrusts players into the terror of Muerto County,…

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If you’ve been waiting for a cozy, whimsical alternative to Pokémon on PC, Whimside might just be the game to finally fill that Poké-shaped hole in your heart. Revealed today with an adorable new trailer and a playable demo on Steam, Whimside is the debut title from indie duo Toadzillart and is being published by Future Friends Games—the team behind Europa, SUMMERHOUSE, and Gourdlets. Blending idle gaming with creature collecting, decoration, and cozy vibes, Whimside is a genre mash-up designed for those who want to multitask or simply chill while watching creatures thrive on the bottom of their screen. Think…

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