With an average of a dozen new games hitting Steam every day, it’s easy for some real gems to get lost in the shuffle. Sorting through the constant influx of titles can be overwhelming, but don’t worry, we’ve done the legwork for you. If nothing grabs your attention this week, we’ve also compiled a list of the best PC games available right now, along with a running tally of anticipated 2023 game releases.
Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy
- Release: August 31
- Developer: Frozenbyte
The long-running Trine series is back with its fifth installment, and it appears to be sticking to its winning formula. Trine 5 features three playable characters, allowing for solo play or cooperative action online or locally. Strategic use of each character’s unique strengths, weaknesses, and special abilities is crucial for both combat and puzzle-solving. Trine has a charming, whimsical fantasy vibe that has kept fans engaged since its 2009 debut, making it a delightful alternative to the recent influx of lengthy RPGs.
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Void Stranger
- Release: September 2
- Developer: System Erasure
Void Stranger may be a sokoban puzzler at its core, but its standout feature is its captivating monochrome, pixelated art style. Developed by the creators of ZeroRanger, a highly acclaimed shmup, Void Stranger presents players with a challenging array of seemingly impossible puzzles. However, the payoff is a rich atmosphere and a subtle, mysterious narrative. It’s a game that seems tailor-made for the Steam Deck.
Pocket Bravery
- Release: August 31
- Developers: Statera Studio
Pocket Bravery is a fighting game that draws clear inspiration from ’90s classics like Street Fighter and The King of Fighters. Its pixel art pays homage to the Neo Geo Pocket era, and it’s refreshing to see a pixel-based fighting game that isn’t a platform fighter. With rollback netcode for meaningful online competition, a roster of 12 characters, and a focus on elemental supers, Pocket Bravery offers a charming alternative to the upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 for those who prefer less gore.
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Escape From Lavender Island
- Release: September 1
- Developer: Jeremy Couillard, Chris Parrello
Is this the first game reminiscent of Sludge Life? It’s hard to say, but one thing’s for sure: Escape From Lavender Island is a mesmerizingly eccentric and surreal experience. Playing as Zede Aksis, who inexplicably happens to be blue, you’ll explore a city overrun by the enigmatic Lavender Corporation, responsible for the city’s bewildering surrealism and alien involvement. Aksis must navigate the city, discover masks to gain new abilities, and perhaps attempt to undo the corporation’s influence. Or, maybe choose to embrace the bizarre reality? Either way, it looks intriguing.
Neyasnoe
- Release: August 29
- Developer: sad3d, ИЛЬЯМАЗО
Neyasnoe is an atmospheric exploration game set in a desolate post-Soviet town, likely located in Eastern Europe. With its PS1-style visuals and light RPG elements, Neyasnoe aims to provoke discussions about loneliness, escapism, addiction, and the search for meaning. The trailer alone evokes a strong emotional response. If it reminds you of earlier exploration games with similar themes, you might be thinking of “It’s Winter,” created by the same developers. Read Full Reviews, Guides and Tips & Tricks of the Latest Games Click here.
