New Releases and Playtests: The Biggest Announcements in PC and Console Gaming This Week

Hell Byte Studios’ debut title Blood Reaver is now available in Early Access on Steam, offering a fast-paced, round-based, co-op FPS experience rooted in heavy metal and dark fantasy themes. Players will face wave after wave of relentless demons, upgrading both weapons and abilities while uncovering hidden lore in each map. Find out more or join the carnage via the game’s Steam page.

Slavic folklore comes alive in Bylina from Far Far Games and Digital Vortex Entertainment, now launched on PC via Steam. Players control Kestrel, a would-be hero battling mythical foes and exploring a semi-open world filled with secrets, nonlinear progression, and dark humor. PC players who purchase Bylina within its first 30 days will receive the exclusive "Shroomie Power Armor"; console versions are set to arrive later in 2026—learn more on the official Steam page.

Tropico 7 has revealed its first gameplay teaser, promising fans new heights of island rule with expanded archipelagos, campaign maps, and a robust political and city-building system. The latest installment is set to arrive in 2026 for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5, complete with new terraforming features and a reworked military system. For the full dev log and teaser, visit Kalypso Media’s blog.

City States: Medieval is now available in Early Access on Steam, letting players step into the shoes of a 12th-century statesman managing a medieval city amid great kingdoms. Blending real-time strategy, tactical combat, and trade mechanics, it features multiple starting cities and hero-led campaigns shaped by player decisions. For more information, check out the official Steam page.

The beloved medieval MMORPG Gloria Victis is back with a public playtest running until April 27, marking the first major step towards its full relaunch after a long hiatus. Players can experience large-scale PvP battles, robust crafting, and non-target combat, with in-game rewards promised for playtest participants. Join the event or wishlist the game over on Steam.

Peter Molyneux makes a grand return with Masters of Albion, launching in Early Access on Steam April 22 for $24.99 USD. Combining god game mechanics, city-building, and real-time combat, Masters of Albion delivers both nostalgic and innovative gameplay, alternating between open-ended construction by day and intense defense phases by night. To see the latest footage and wishlist the title, visit the Steam page.

Hello Neighbor 3 has entered pre-alpha on Steam, welcoming new and returning players to the eerily charming town of Raven Brooks. The pre-alpha showcases expanded locations, a revamped protagonist, improved stealth mechanics, and a unique objective system—making it the most accessible entry point for franchise newcomers. Learn more about the game at its official Steam page.

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