Games

games 4 sources · Aug 18

Ayumu Murase Graduates From Kanon Himeno Role in THE IDOLM@STER SideM

The announcement keeps Murase attached to two specific upcoming releases while leaving the long-term replacement plan open, which means the franchise is staging the cast change rather than making a clean cut.

4Gamer.net, Denfaminicogamer, Inside, and 1 more
gamesrelease 2 sources · Aug 18

Remothered: Red Nun's Legacy Sets October 27 Release

The game marks the first Remothered release in six years and brings the trilogy to a close, while the involvement of Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka signals a deliberate appeal to classic survival horror audiences.

Automaton, Game Spark
gamesrelease 3 sources · Aug 18

BeastLink Early Access Launches on Steam With 32-Player Kaiju Battles

The early access launch has drawn criticism for technical issues, with Steam reviews at Mixed status and only 34% of 92 reviews positive, prompting the developer to rush out an improvement patch on August 19.

Denfaminicogamer, Automaton, Game Spark
gamesrelease 1 sources · Aug 18

PNR: Point of No Return Sets August 28 Release on Steam

The August 28 release date confirms a near-term launch for a budget-priced survivor roguelite that frames its core loop around overwhelming firepower instead of dodging, with a demo already available on Steam.

Automaton
gamesannouncement 3 sources · Aug 18

Sheepdog Adventure Game 'Hubert' Sets October 2026 Release

The game's focus on realistic dog behaviors and monologue-driven storytelling, combined with its Best Game award and strong wishlist numbers, signals a niche but promising indie title that could stand out in the crowded October release window.

4Gamer.net, Denfaminicogamer, Game Spark
gamesrelease 3 sources · Aug 18

Kernel Hearts Sets September 17 Release, Demo Adds Japanese Voice

The demo update directly addresses player feedback on difficulty and progression, signaling the developer's responsiveness ahead of the full release, which could influence the game's reception at launch.

Automaton, Game Spark
gamesrelease 4 sources · Aug 18

Mortal Shell II Launches to Strong Steam Numbers and Critical Praise

The strong early access numbers and high review scores suggest Mortal Shell II has overcome the mixed reception of its predecessor, positioning it as a notable success for the soulslike genre in 2026.

4Gamer.net, Automaton, Denfaminicogamer, and 1 more
gamesannouncement 4 sources · Aug 18

Card Make Arena Announced, Lets Players Design Cards and Battle

Card Make Arena turns deck-building itself into the core strategy, rewarding players who deliberately design weaker cards, a twist on the genre that could appeal to fans of Lizardry's unconventional game design.

4Gamer.net, Automaton, Denfaminicogamer
gamesrelease 3 sources · Aug 18

Hearts of Iron IV Japan's First Official Guide Gets Print Edition

The print edition responds to a practical pain point for PC strategy players: the need to consult dense reference data without breaking focus from the game screen, a need that digital guides on the same device cannot fully address.

4Gamer.net, GAME Watch, Game Spark
games 1 sources · Aug 18

Pictonico! Free Mini-Games Rise to 10 Until September 15

The expansion of free content in Pictonico! gives players more ways to engage with the photo-based mini-game format without purchasing add-on packs, potentially broadening the app's appeal during the limited period.

4Gamer.net