WoodRunner Games, an indie studio based in Québec, Canada, has officially unveiled a new playable demo for Croak, its beautifully hand-drawn 2D action-adventure platformer. Released alongside a fresh trailer for the Quebec Steam Sale Event, the demo gives players their first taste of a whimsical yet challenging journey through a twisted carnival known as the Feast Fair. Animated by artists who previously worked on Cuphead, Croak pairs expressive, frame-by-frame animation with fast-paced, momentum-driven platforming. The result is a vibrant world that blends playful charm with demanding precision. A Frog Prince With a Serious Leap Players step into the webbed feet…
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Publisher CRITICAL REFLEX (Mouthwashing, No, I’m not a human) and developer Ichthys have revealed a 2026 release window for their upcoming atmospheric metroidvania, Being and Becoming, alongside the launch of a brand-new open playtest on Steam. Players can jump in right now to experience the opening hours of the game and get a feel for its distinctive blend of exploration, combat, and narrative-driven worldbuilding. The current playtest offers a substantial introduction to Being and Becoming, allowing players to explore multiple interconnected locations, experiment with several weapons and abilities, meet a range of NPCs, and take on two major boss encounters,…
If you’re in the mood for old-school action with a dark fantasy edge, Haunted Lands is ready to put your skills to the test. The newly released demo is available now on Steam, inviting players to step into a cursed world filled with undead horrors, scheming cultists, and demonic abominations. Developed by Alevgor and published by Alawar, Haunted Lands is a retro-inspired action platformer that blends fast-paced combat with exploration and character-driven gameplay. Players venture into desecrated burial grounds where ancient crypts, forgotten tombs, and relentless enemies stand between them and restoring balance to the land. One of the demo’s…
Ereban: Shadow Legacy, the acclaimed stealth-action platformer from Baby Robot Games, is set to infiltrate PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2026, thanks to a new publishing partnership with SelectaPlay. Players can experience Ayana’s shadow-powered journey digitally on both platforms—or grab the Standard or Collector’s Edition for PS5, both available to pre-order now. Step into the role of Ayana, the last descendant of a forgotten race, as she navigates a universe where light means danger and shadows are your greatest weapon. Combine high-tech gadgets with mystical shadow abilities to uncover the truth behind a dying world ruled by the…
Gooey, the precision platformer starring a sentient blob with a knack for physics-defying swings, will debut its first-ever demo during Steam Next Fest, October 13–20. Players can get hands-on early ahead of the game’s full release on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch in 2026. Born from a scientific experiment gone surprisingly right, Gooey isn’t just sticky — he’s got the skills to back it up. Players will test their reflexes across 50 challenging lab-inspired levels, mastering every leap, swing, and squish. Key Features Stretch & Swing: Use Gooey’s elastic arm to grapple platforms and launch across deadly gaps. Fluid…
Ever wondered what it would feel like to escape the oil industry — not as a worker, but as the oil itself? Crude Oil, the latest creation from solo dev Peter Nichols (aka elf’s end interactive), finally answers that strange, sticky question. Demo now available, this short-but-slick adventure blends atmosphere, humor, and the most realistic “glob simulator” you’ve probably ever played. In Crude Oil, you take control of a sentient puddle of petroleum, splatting off walls, rolling through barrels, and skating across surfaces with platforming skills straight out of a cartoon fever dream. Along the way you’ll grow, shrink, collect…
Drill Core, the addictive platform mining sim from Hungry Couch and tinyBuild, officially hits Version 1.0 on Steam, and it’s bringing backup in the form of some buggy new hires. After a successful Early Access run, Drill Core has officially entered full release with a major update that’s set to change how you mine, manage, and make bank at Drill Core Inc. Leading the charge? A brand-new workforce of insectoid allies known as Swarmids—because nothing says “peak efficiency” like letting alien bugs handle the dirty work. Double the Workforce, Double the Chaos With their Queen leading the swarm, Swarmids arrive with…
Get ready to race, shoot, and style your way through the skies—JETRUNNER, the lightning-fast action platformer described as Neon White meets Trackmania, is officially launching on September 4, 2025. Set in a dazzling near-future where gravity’s more of a suggestion and fashion is everything, JETRUNNER drops players into the world’s most dangerous and electrifying sport. Combining fluid first-person parkour, speedrun-tier level design, and fast-paced FPS mechanics, the game is built for players who live for momentum and precision. Full Game Access for Press & Creators – August 18 Developers have confirmed that press and content creators will receive full access…
It’s time to crank the synths and fuel up the jetpack—Klaus Lee – Thunderballs is out now on Steam, GOG, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. This retro-inspired action-platformer delivers a chaotic blend of explosions, stunts, and moustache-powered heroics straight out of an ’80s action flick, launching at just €12.99 with discounts available across all platforms. You play as Klaus Lee, a jetpack-wearing, explosion-loving stuntman with a side gig saving the world. Your mission? Survive and conquer more than 100 handcrafted levels loaded with traps, secrets, and over-the-top challenges. Between temple ruins and dynamite-fueled jumps, it’s a full-throttle ride…
If you’ve ever dreamed of mixing magic, food, and pixel-perfect charm into one cozy adventure, Magical Delicacy might be your next obsession. Developed by solo dev sKaule and published by Whitethorn Games, this enchanting title is now available on PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One & Series X|S for $24.99 USD — and it’s also included with Xbox Game Pass. A free update has also just dropped on Steam, and a PlayStation release is coming in 2025. Welcome to Grat, Where Spells and Stews Collide You play as Flora, a young witch-in-training who moves to the harbor town of…