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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.

The Creature Feature 2025 showcase, hosted by IGN, just wrapped—and if you’re a fan of virtual reality, you might want to buckle in. A collaboration between Doug North Cook and Ed Lago, the showcase spotlighted some of the most ambitious, absurd, and exciting projects coming to VR this year. From mythological mayhem and mixed-reality movement games to surreal co-op horror and space gardening sims, Creature Feature continues to carve out a space for creativity-first development in the VR scene. Here’s a rundown of all the major reveals from today’s presentation: 🧙‍♂️ Adepts Arena – Master the Elements, Battle the Golem…

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Fire Totem Games’ new spider sim delivers a wildly wholesome sandbox experience with physics-based puzzles, dynamic web-slinging, and big plans for post-launch content. 🕷 A Tiny Spider with a Huge Heart Now available in Early Access on Steam, A Webbing Journey puts you in the eight legs of Silky, a delightfully helpful house spider with a mission: assist your human roommates with their daily chores using only webs, physics, and boundless creativity. From baking cookies to rearranging furniture, no task is too big or weird when you’ve got unlimited silk and a sandbox playground full of interactive objects. The game,…

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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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