Indie developers and longtime friends Zach Northrop and Mason Sabharwal, the creators of The WereCleaner, have announced that Worming from Home will launch on Steam on September 4, 2026. The quirky comedy simulator revealed its release date during the Secret Sauce event after attracting millions of online views and earning a 98% positive rating for its playable demo. Worming from Home puts an unusual spin on the work-from-home lifestyle by casting players as a remote financial analyst who is secretly a worm. Instead of walking around the office, players fling their spineless body across a cluttered desk, smashing into keyboards…
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Solo developer Cyber752 Games and publisher indie.io have announced that Cargo, Please! will launch on Steam on August 5, 2026. Blending arcade-style driving with light management mechanics, the single-player adventure puts players behind the wheel as they build a delivery business while navigating busy streets and avoiding unwanted attention from law enforcement. Rather than focusing on realistic trucking simulation, Cargo, Please! delivers a more accessible experience centered on fast, satisfying gameplay. Players take on delivery contracts across three distinct cities, picking up and transporting packages while balancing speed with careful driving. Damaging cargo or attracting too much police attention can…
Indie publisher tinyBuild and developer Mandragora have announced that ReStory, their nostalgic electronics repair simulation game set in early 2000s Japan, will officially launch on Steam later this summer. Ahead of its release, players can get their hands on an expanded demo available now as part of Steam Next Fest. Since first being revealed in late 2025, ReStory has steadily built a dedicated audience, attracting more than 300,000 participants to its playtest while surpassing 400,000 wishlists on Steam. The game’s blend of hands-on restoration mechanics, cozy atmosphere, and branching storytelling has resonated with players looking for a more relaxed simulation…
Players can step into the role of a customs officer in Airport Contraband, a new roguelike simulation game now featured in Steam Next Fest with a playable demo. Set at the bustling Caldora Airport, the game puts players in charge of protecting an island paradise while uncovering the criminal activity lurking beneath its sunny exterior. As a customs officer, players are tasked with inspecting travelers arriving and departing through the airport. Passengers must be carefully screened by checking travel documents, examining luggage, and searching for illegal items hidden in baggage or even on their person. Identifying suspicious activity and confiscating…
Fans of classic marble run toys can get an early look at Cozy Marbles thanks to a brand-new playable demo now available on Steam. The upcoming marble run construction simulator will also be featured during Steam Next Fest, giving players the chance to experiment with its creative building tools before the full release later this year. Cozy Marbles invites players into a relaxing sandbox environment centered around designing and building elaborate marble courses. Using a variety of track pieces, players can create everything from simple rolling paths to sprawling contraptions filled with loops, twists, drops, and unexpected turns. The game’s…
Toymaker: Threads of Joy is an upcoming toy-crafting and shop management simulator that combines cozy gameplay with a narrative inspired by Spanish folklore. Set in 1910s Salamanca, players step into the role of a young toymaker who inherits their mother’s plush toy workshop following her mysterious disappearance. As the new owner of the family business, players will craft unique plush toys while interacting with a diverse cast of customers and townsfolk. Along the way, they’ll uncover secrets surrounding their mother’s fate and become entangled in a magical story rooted in the legendary folk tale known as “The Cave of Salamanca.”…
What began as a small passion project has grown into one of the most anticipated cozy simulation games on Steam. Dressmaker, the tactile tailoring game inspired by real-world dressmaking, is transforming its viral success into a full-fledged release that puts players in complete control of the fashion design process. Originally gaining attention through a prototype on Itch.io that amassed more than 155,000 downloads and millions of views across social media platforms, Dressmaker has continued to build momentum with more than 60,000 wishlists on Steam. Developed by Free Lives under its Cozy Lives label, Dressmaker offers a hands-on approach to garment…
Publisher Mythwright and developer Spooky Rabbits have unveiled Model Kit Studio, a relaxing simulation game centered around the art of building and customizing mecha model kits. The game is scheduled to launch on Steam in 2027, with its first public playtest available now for players eager to get hands-on with the experience. Designed as a digital model-builder’s workshop, Model Kit Studio recreates the satisfying process of assembling intricate mecha kits from the ground up. Players will cut, file, assemble, and customize individual pieces while creating a growing collection of detailed mechanical creations. The game aims to capture the relaxing and…
Mintrocket, the acclaimed studio behind Dave the Diver, has officially announced its next project, BANCHO THE CHEF. The newly revealed title shifts the spotlight to one of the franchise’s most beloved characters, offering players a chance to experience Bancho’s journey long before he became the legendary chef fans know today. Set years before the events of Dave the Diver, BANCHO THE CHEF follows the young aspiring cook as he travels across Asia in pursuit of culinary mastery. Players will accompany Bancho on a story-driven adventure through countries including Japan, Korea, and China, learning regional cooking techniques, discovering new ingredients, and…
Fans of realistic flight simulation games will soon have a new challenge waiting in the skies. Developer Shadowcast Studios has announced that Deadstick: Bush Pilot Simulator will launch on Steam this autumn, giving players the opportunity to build a career as a bush pilot operating in some of the world’s most unforgiving environments. Inspired by the real-life experiences of bush pilots, Deadstick: Bush Pilot Simulator places players in charge of their own flight courier service. Rather than focusing solely on the aircraft, the game emphasizes the pilot’s role, requiring players to make critical decisions as they take on cargo deliveries,…