End of Ember is an indie twin-stick roguelite that skillfully blends cute, cartoon-style visuals with over-the-top gore, wrapped in deep upgrade systems and a wicked sense of humor. Created by Eliah Smith, Chad Habel, and Daniel McGuiness of Bad Plan Studios, the game offers a refreshing—if blood-soaked—take on the genre. While it's still in alpha, we got an exclusive early look during the Horror Game Awards Show. Feels Familiar? When you first see the game, you might be hit with a wave of déjà vu. The art style immediately drew comparisons to Rick and Morty from my community, and the gameplay vibe felt reminiscent of titles like The Binding of Isaac or Vampire Survivor*. If you’ve played games in this genre before, the core concept will feel familiar: pick your weapons, clear out waves of enemies, and solve challenges or puzzles in frantic, bullet-hell fashion. Why Should You Wishlist It? What truly sets End of Ember apart is its dark, twisted humor. I was intrigued when the developers invited me to try it out—and pleasantly surprised by just how funny and chaotic it was. Think the absurdity and plot twists of Rick and Morty or the oddball energy of classic Nickelodeon shows, but dropped into a hellish arcade shooter with straightforward mechanics and a story that doesn't need hand-holding. Yes, there are plenty of references and easter eggs (for example Alice Madness Returns, Rugrats), but the game never loses its own identity. It manages to be both familiar and refreshingly original. When Can You Play It? There’s no official release date just yet, but you can add End of Ember to your Steam wishlist here to stay in the loop on all updates and announcements. Don’t miss it—this one’s worth keeping an eye on.
If you’re a fan of classic psychological horror games like Silent Hill or Resident Evil, Post Trauma by Red Soul Game is a hauntingly nostalgic trip that will feel both familiar and refreshingly new. In an era flooded with action-horror hybrids and open-world survival titles, Post Trauma takes a more focused and deliberate approach—emphasizing atmosphere, puzzles, and psychological dread over brute force or spectacle. A Glimpse Into the Darkness At the center of Post Trauma is Roman, a middle-aged train conductor who awakens in a disorienting and seemingly abandoned alternate reality. The game never dumps exposition on you—instead, it slowly feeds breadcrumbs about Roman’s past and mental state through scattered notes, surreal imagery, and subtle environmental storytelling. This narrative style is both understated and charming, encouraging players to piece together meaning rather than being handed a plot on a platter. Puzzles That Challenge, Not Frustrate One of the most satisfying aspects of Post Trauma is its puzzle design. The game doesn’t hold your hand, but it never feels unfair. Instead of giving in to modern trends of oversimplified gameplay, it leans into the old-school mentality of "look carefully, think creatively." You’ll find yourself cross-referencing clues in notes, examining your surroundings for hints, and even drawing diagrams to solve intricate mechanisms. But despite their difficulty, the puzzles are logical. Each solution makes sense in retrospect, which keeps the challenge grounded and rewarding. It’s the kind of cerebral engagement that fans of 90s horror titles will recognize—and newcomers will appreciate for its thoughtfulness. A Modern Take on a Retro Aesthetic What truly sets Post Trauma apart is its art direction. The game exudes the visual tone of late 90s horror classics, complete with fixed camera angles, grainy textures, and dim, flickering lighting. Yet it’s all rendered with modern fidelity—meaning it’s more homage than imitation. Environments feel detailed and alive, dripping with atmosphere and a lingering sense of dread. Every hallway, every blood-stained door, and every sound in the distance contributes to a world that feels suffocating, isolated, and utterly compelling. Even the character design and animations, with their slightly uncanny realism, play into the theme of unease without falling into parody. It’s a balancing act that Post Trauma handles with surprising elegance. A Love Letter to Horror, With New Stories to Tell What makes Post Trauma shine is not just its deep roots in horror gaming tradition, but how it uses those roots to grow something new. The game respects its inspirations but isn’t beholden to them. It dares to be slow, quiet, and eerie in a time when horror often means explosions and jump scares. And at the center is Roman—a character you come to care for not through cutscenes, but through fragments, clues, and quiet moments of vulnerability. If you’ve been yearning for a horror game that challenges your mind as much as your nerves, Post Trauma is more than worth stepping into. Just be sure to take notes… and don’t trust every mirror you see.
The beloved zombie saga is back, with its unique blend of horror, black humor and over-the-top zombie slaughter in a truly epic pulp adventure. Dead Island 2 is a gripping first-person action RPG - stylish, lively and completely zombie-infested. Explore the popular but blood-soaked Los Angeles. Meet characters with character. Kill countless enemies in gory detail. And become a true zombie slayer icon! Pre-order now and get the Banoi Reminiscence Pack, which consists of two unique weapons, a special weapon perk, and an ability card.. Explore HELL-A - Dead Island 2 takes you to the most famous locations of the now gruesomely sullied City of Angels. Set out on an exciting pulp-like journey from the leafy suburbs of Beverly Hills to the once picturesque boardwalk of Venice Beach. Brutal hand-to-hand combat the way you want it - First-person combat is as intense, instinctive and bloody as it gets, with a plethora of weapons and tactical (as well as brutal) options to mill your way through the zombie hordes. Whether you go for thrusting weapons, punching them, using fire or blatant violence, we want you to really feel it. Become a zombie slayer icon - You have six characters to choose from, each with their own personality and dialogue. You can fully customize abilities thanks to our brand new skill system that allows you to specialize directly and try out the craziest builds. Zombie Plague - Are you ready to experience the most advanced slaughter system in the gaming world? Our LA is teeming with zombies that look and react realistically. These mutant creatures are the reanimated, putrid heart of Dead Island 2 and come in dozens of different zombie types, each with their own mutations, attacks, and hundreds of LA-specific variants. Our monsters are relentless, challenging, and true Los Angelenos. Can you survive it all? Also for this release there are some free upgrades and bonuses that you can get. Here you can find the currently available ones: To get the Tricksters Smile knife, sign up for the newsletter at deadisland.com. After that, you will have the opportunity to earn even more rewards. https://www.deadisland.com Tune in to Dead Island 2 streamers on Twitch from April 21 through May 17 to get Fenrirs Howl shotgun! https://www.twitch.tv/drops/inventory Epic Link