Players will need to explore an ominous mansion and piece together clues while solving puzzles to uncover the dark secrets behind the titular doll Baptiste. Instead of simple jumpscares, the game utilizes psychological tension and emotional depth to examine a descent into madness, as a fragile mind is placed under extreme distress and human vulnerability is brought to the forefront of nightmarish trauma.

Baptiste is scheduled to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC via Steam later in 2026.

As an Imperial Inspector, players will be able to explore the futuristic world of Mandated Fate, while investigating clues, questioning suspects, and making decisions that will impact the outcome of the homicide case. Players will be able to choose between first-person and third-person perspectives, offering both an immersive and cinematic experience under the watchful eye of the Empire.

The free playable demo of Mandated Fate offers roughly 30-40 minutes of early gameplay and is available now on Steam.

The Krispy Kreme Pokémon Doughnut Collection features:

• Bulbasaur Doughnut – an Original Glazed® doughnut dipped in vanilla flavored icing and topped with frosting and a Bulbasaur piece.

• Charmander Doughnut – an unglazed shell doughnut with chocolate and toasted marshmallow flavored filling, dipped in orange colored caramel icing and sparks of red and gold sugar, topped with a Charmander piece.

• Squirtle Doughnut – an Original Glazed® doughnut piped with cotton candy flavored buttercreme, dipped in sanding sugar and nonpareils, and topped with a surfing Squirtle piece.

• Pikachu Doughnut – an unglazed shell filled with lemon flavored Kreme™ filling dipped in vanilla icing, decorated with electrifying drizzle and nonpareils, and topped with a Pikachu piece.

• Jigglypuff Doughnut – an Original Glazed® doughnut piped with strawberry flavored buttercreme, sprinkled with strawberry flavored cookie, and topped with a Jigglypuff piece.

• Poké Ball Doughnut – an Original Glazed® doughnut dipped in vanilla flavored icing and red sprinkles, piped with chocolate icing.

Guests can also check out even more fun surprises from the Krispy Kreme Pokémon Collection, including:

• Special-edition Pokémon cup available in five exclusive Pokémon designs, filled with 10 Original Glazed® Gold Dots for fans to catch and celebrate.

• A Pokémon Dozen served in special edition packaging featuring five iconic Pokémon, making every purchase a fun way to celebrate Pokémon.

• Fans who wear Pokémon attire to participating shops on Saturday, Aug. 22, can receive a FREE Original Glazed® Doughnut. Limit one per guest, in-shop and drive-thru only.

“Krispy Kreme’s Pokémon Doughnut Collection will be available in-shop and for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme's app and website, individually and by the dozen. Fans can pre-order the dozen beginning Aug. 13. Additionally, Trainers can enjoy the collection in a Krispy Kreme 6-pack box in select retailers, featuring one Charmander Doughnut, Pikachu Doughnut, Jigglypuff Doughnut, and Poké Ball Doughnut, and two Original Glazed Doughnuts.”

Visit the official Krispy Kreme webpage to find a U.S. shop nearest you!

The hand-painted watercolor world of Seina: A Tale of Spirits features a variety of stunning landscapes, ranging from misty forests to peaceful lakes and ancient shrines, all filled with adorable spirit animals offering small quests for Mika to complete while on her adventure to find Seina. While players will face light environmental puzzles, Seina: A Tale of Spirits prioritizes carefree exploration, with a “no combat and no fail states” approach, offering a truly cozy and heartfelt family-friendly gaming experience.

Seina: A Tale of Spirits is now offering a free playable demo on Steam and will feature an eventual full launch for PC and consoles.

Players will be able to build-up a local car wash from a standard station to a massive cleaning empire, starting out with basic techniques and advancing to more elaborate detailing abilities. Thick layers of foam will melt away tough grime while heavy-duty pressure washers will help to finish the job in record time. Pay bonuses can be used to buy more properties and grow the car washing business, and perfect results can even earn a quick test drive in the squeaky-clean cars. Underground side gigs will also open a whole new path of opportunities for those seeking some unexpected thrills beyond squeegees and floor mats.

Car Wash Simulator is available now in early access exclusively for PC via Steam, with launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S planned for future dates.

Players will be thrown into high-momentum traversal as they conquer rhythmic challenges, all while tracking down a stolen record collection. Scratch’s sick feline moves can be chained together in “Flow-State Movement,” which features jumping, running, climbing, diving, swimming, and matching every motion to the beat of the surrounding world. Unique bosses and quirky characters offer a return to form for 3D platforming, while special customization and fun surprises create a fresh new experience for genre fans to fall in love with.

Scratch The Cat is slated to fully launch for PC in 2027, while the free limited-time playable demo is available now through August 7, 2026 on Steam.

Players will be thrown into a combination of 20 shifting floors filled with roguelite encounters, hand-drawn graphics, XP upgrades, and unique sigils that unlock unlimited combos. From lucky D20 rolls to funky froggy beats, Froggle has plenty in store for those seeking “FROGGED UP” madness while on a heroic adventure.

Froggle is available now on Steam, including Steam Deck compatibility, with an introductory 16% off discount through August 16.

Players will take on the role of the titular Traveller, Tukoni, a forest spirit preparing the magical woodlands for winter. By exploring the forest, meeting its inhabitants, solving puzzles, sewing pillows and blankets, and brewing an abundance of delicious teas, players will help Tukoni to spread kindness as autumn draws to a close. From captivating minigames to charming visuals, Tukoni: Forest Keepers is a family-friendly experience that reminds players how to embrace the simple joys of life.

Tukoni: Forest Keepers has a free playable demo available now across platforms, with the full game slated to launch for PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store on August 17.

Players will utilize the on-board OBSCURA machine to encrypt, decrypt, and process military communications while choosing what information to push through as truth. Ever-changing rules will force players to adapt to new directives and conflicting orders, while navigating conversations with fellow crewmates and exploring the richly-detailed submarine. Hidden agendas, conflicting loyalties, and uncomfortable truths lie beneath the surface of the war and the water, and the multiple endings of False Echo will be shaped by players actions and decisions.

False Echo is currently in development for PC and is available now for wishlisting on Steam.

The game features a progressive difficulty curve and clue system that are designed to engage all players aged 13 and up, making the Néro & Sci Integral Edition both educational and welcoming for all. Over 20 hours of content have been packed into 36 levels across 4 worlds, with both solo and co-op gameplay options. Players can progress at their own pace and enjoy additional skill points gained from replaying sections while building a greater understanding of mathematical platforming.

Néro & Sci Integral Edition releases for Steam on August 18, with the Nintendo Switch version of the game receiving a discount in celebration of the PC launch.

Players will guide Cello against various foes by timing their attacks to the beat of the music, combining rhythm and action gameplay, and crafting combos for the ultimate orchestra of funky fresh tunes. Alpha Nomos utilizes real-world musical terms, making the game equally educational and exciting, all while keeping the tempo up with themed powerups, explorable environments, and a crescendo of storytelling.

Alpha Nomos has a free playable demo available now for PC on Steam and is expected to fully launch exclusively on the platform in Q3 2026.

By lining up matching blocks, players can trigger special combos and complete unique objectives that make Towers Saga stand out from fellow Tetris-inspired Match-3 puzzlers. Players can enjoy 5 different game modes, including Story, Endless, Duel, Sprint, and Marathon. Online leaderboards make it easier to challenge friends and global fans, all while climbing the ranks, tracking progress, and watching replays of epic builds.

Towers Saga is available now on PC via Steam, with a free demo and a 15% off introductory offer for players who purchase the game before July 17.

Over at the Chessington World of Adventures theme park, construction on Minecraft World is continuing at a rapid pace. Fans will be able to walk through a “world-first, fully immersive Minecraft‑inspired theme park land, inspired by the game’s most iconic biomes, mobs and items” beginning in 2027. Minecraft World will feature interactive adventures, epic blockbuilt playscapes, and even a Minecraft rollercoaster.

The Minecraft Meet the Mobs Summer 2026 event runs July 18 - August 28 at Alton Towers, and interested fans can sign up on the official Chessington World of Adventures webpage for updates on the opening day of Minecraft World in 2027.

While Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Studios Japan is slated to run from September 11 to November 8, Resident Evil Requiem - The Dive will enjoy an extended availability until December 27, 2026. Guests will be able to experience Resident Evil Requiem - The Dive in Universal Studios Japan’s Stage 18 from 10:00am to park closing every day from September 11 to December 27.

Admission to the maze will be included with a standard theme park ticket, though an in-park add-on timed entry may be required.

Players will need to carefully analyze travel documents and determine whether or not visitors will be permitted entry into the village. Some merchants will also be bringing goods with them, though not all carry the proper paperwork to keep their wares. Contraband may need to be seized and guests may end up turned away, but players have the choice of being a by-the-books gatekeeper or the type who isn’t afraid of accepting a few bribes. The true challenge comes when night falls and the Keeper’s patrol shifts their initial disbelief into a growing fear of something supernatural.

Dreadwoods Gatekeeper is available now for wishlisting exclusively on PC via Steam.

Anomaly zones, mutants, flooded neighborhoods, and abandoned research sites are littered across a sea that has clearly lost its mind, but players can’t let that stand in the way of a fat wallet and an early retirement. Players will need to keep up with repairs on their boat while hauling in their daily and nightly, catches, all while trying not to become as mad as the waters around them.

Trawler’s Wake is available now for wishlisting exclusively on PC via Steam.

Players will be able to enjoy 10 different beach layouts, including Lagoon, Island, Sand Barrier, Delta, and more, with each location offering unique water and sand physics simulations. As each creation is brought to life, the surrounding waves, tides, and pools will impact the moisture, stability, and erosion of the sand castles, so players will want to take their time and carefully plan each build. Various tools will help with crafting precision while hidden starfishes will unlock more customization options, opening up a whole new world of beach fun.

Sandcastle is available now for wishlisting exclusively on PC via Steam.

Players will progress through a continuous Metroidvania-style map while using their Beastmaster abilities to unlock new paths, similar to the animal transformation abilities in the Shantae series. The Beastmaster will be able to gather new beads for the ritual necklace, with fangs, amulets, and plant roots all providing changes to attacks, vitality, and Mana. Battle arenas will provide an opportunity to hone and upgrade skills, while sword techniques, magic potions, and summons curses open up tactical opportunities for a diverse gameplay experience.

Barbarian Saga: The Beastmaster is available now for wishlisting and pre-order with a full launch slated for PC, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X on September 9, 2026.

Players will utilize the unique hockey-stick and puck combat system, which forces them to consider angles, ricochets, timing, positioning, and item combinations to get the best shots. Enemy hordes and build directions change with playthrough, creating a highly replayable experience and satisfying roguelite progression. PengPong features over 100 items and synergies, bullet heaven action, impactful upgrades, and rewarding combat, all wrapped in a stunning 1960s rubber hose-style aesthetic for old-school arcade chaos.

A playable demo of PengPong is available now through June 22, as part of Steam Next Fest and Bullet Heaven Fest, with a full launch slated for Q3 2026.

Players will be able to race down the slopes in various game modes, including the single-player Challenge Mode, competitive Race and Multiplayer modes, or simply hang around the tracks and enjoy the views in the endless Chill mode. Each course will allow players to ride rails, hit tricks, collect trinkets, and slide their way to the top of the leaderboard, either against NPC opponents, online racers, or even in-person friends. Multiplayer allows for up to seven online friends to join, while local co-op features classic old-school split-screen for the ultimate throwback snowboarding contest.

HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate is available now for wishlisting on Steam and is scheduled to launch for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.