Steam releases an average of 10 new games per day. We think that’s a good thing, but understandably, it can be hard to keep up.Unless you’ve sorted through all the games released on Steam, an exciting potential gem is Definitely lost in the flood of new things to play.If you don’t like anything this week, we’ve rounded up the best PC games (opens in new tab) A running list of games you can play now and in 2023 (opens in new tab) It will start this year.
Haven Dock
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Release: April 20th
Developer: YYZ
Launch price: $15.29 |£12.59 |AU$22.45
Havendock is a ‘cozy’ colony simulator with survival elements that has just entered Early Access.As Chris pointed out (opens in new tab) Earlier this year, the style of development was interesting. It was his one-man show, and beta-stage creator Yeo Ying Zhi had his one-on-one interviews with players to get a better sense of its direction. It looks like you are on the right track. Chris loves what he’s played and the reviews on Steam have been “very positive” so far. The gist of it is: You are responsible for establishing, growing and managing your settlement in the middle of the ocean. It has abundant agriculture, micro-management of many populations, and often sets sail to explore far-flung lands. It has a Stardew Valley/Animal Crossing vibe and even “experimental” multiplayer support.
OTXO
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Release: April 21st
Developer: Latearis Heavy Industry
Launch price: $13.49 |£10.25 |AU$19.35
OTXO is a Hotline Miami style shooter in roguelite format. It’s set in a “cryptic, abstract mansion” that not only explains the randomization of the roguelite, but also the eerie surreal atmosphere complemented by a gritty black-and-white art style (blood is red, Don’t worry). The impact of Hotline Miami is obvious, but there’s also a bullet time system in combat, which will probably ease some of the tension. “100+ Abilities”, Rich Door Kicks and lots of on-the-fly customization.
neon echo
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Release: April 21st
Developer: Xinyuan Studio
Launch Price: $15 |£12.79 |AU$21.95
Neon Echo is a side-scrolling roguelite, so it immediately faces some pretty tough competition. Its main selling point is its appearance. It’s a platformer at heart, but the graphics are fully 3D, very animation. The story follows a horde of teenagers who set out to conquer the forces responsible for the “noise” that is covering the world with terrifying debris. He has three characters (or classes) available in the current Early Access build, and uses one of these to engage in reflex-oriented combat and platforming, along with flashy neon effects. are added in large numbers. Interestingly, combat has an optional rhythmic element. When the attack hits the beat, there is an “unexpected change” to the ability. This Early Access period is expected to last “at least six months.”
Labyrinth of Zangetsu
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Release: April 20th
Developer: Acquire Corp, KaeruPanda Inc.
Launch price: $27 | £22.49 | AU$39.55
It’s an old-school grid-based first-person dungeon crawler with a striking ink brush art style. Influenced by Japanese mythology, it is set in the age of the well, and as you progress through the labyrinth-like dungeons, you can expect to encounter many familiar monsters. You have a full team of conscripts at your disposal, all of which require meticulous customization, but even more so to conquer mythical monsters in turn-based combat. If you enjoyed the old Wizardry games or, more recently, Legend of Grimrock, this outing looks like those, but with a decidedly Japanese flavor.
your average bear
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Release: April 19th
Developer: Your Average Studio
Launch price: Free
There are free games like the one inspired by the Untitled Goose Game, but you’re a bear, not a goose. And frankly, the amount of mischief a bear can cause seems to be equal, if not more than the amount a goose can cause. You must prove your stealing prowess by stealing food for your new national park mates. The black bear protagonist must use a special bear food delivery app (yes: bears have phones) to fulfill their demands using different tools. The important thing is that it must be undetectable by humans. This is a student project and is in early access, but looks like a lot of frivolous fun.
