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Elona Variant 'Overhaul' Ends Development After a Decade of Updates

The developer of elona_omake_overhaul, a popular variant of the roguelike RPG Elona, announced on August 30 that development has ended completely. The variant, which descends from the "omake" line, received updates through August 31, 2025. The developer cited the one-year gap since the last update as the reason. The article frames the end as the project reaching completion after more than a decade of updates.

Jul 22

Co-Op Submarine Sim S.O.N.A.R. - Submarine Crew, Not Ready! Opens Playtest Signups

Abylight Barcelona announced S.O.N.A.R. - Submarine Crew, Not Ready!, a cooperative simulation for up to four players who operate a submarine through combat, escort, and exploration missions. The crew manages nine stations, food, health, and rest while dealing with malfunctions, flooding, and fires. Playtest signups are open on Steam.

Jun 28

Gaudi: The Wind of Barcelona Revisited as Sagrada Familia Nears Completion

With the Sagrada Familia's main tower recently completed, a Game Spark feature looks back at the 1992 adventure game 'Gaudi: The Wind of Barcelona,' developed by Nippon Telenet / Wolf Team for the PC-88 and MSX2. The game, set against the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, follows former detective Henry Howard in a point-and-click adventure with a branching story and a unique rewind system called the HRS.

Jun 9

Hotel Barcelona Escapes 'Mixed' Steam Reviews After Major Update

SWERY reported on June 8 that Hotel Barcelona's Steam user reviews have improved from 'Mixed' to 'Mostly Positive,' with recent reviews rated 'Very Positive.' The roguelike horror action game, developed by White Owls in collaboration with Grasshopper Manufacture, received a major update in March when the studio switched to self-publishing, adjusting movement, combat, and balance. A DLC and further updates in April also contributed to the turnaround.