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The Precinct Review - Crime Never Sleeps, but You Might

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Jaz Sagoo

The Precinct ReviewMany games let you live out the fantasy of being a gangster, breaking the rules to earn money through nefarious means. While The Precinct draws inspiration from classics in the crime genre, it flips the script, putting you in the shoes of law enforcement. Challenging the glamorization of crime that dominates the medium, the game focuses on upholding order rather than disrupting it.
Gore Doctor Has Started Examining Patients on Xbox Series X/S

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Deepak Chongtham

Feel the GoreGore Doctor, the dark psychological horror game filled with gore and survival elements, has launched on Xbox Series X|S. In this game, players step into a nightmarish institute where they must survive gruesome puzzles, combat terrifying creatures, and unravel a tragic story of a mad doctor’s obsession. Originally released on PC in 2024, it boasts a 93% positive rating on Steam. Furthermore, a PlayStation 5 version is arriving on May 27.
The Operator Will Arrive on Nintendo Switch Next Week

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Deepak Chongtham

Become The OperatorFollowing a successful debut on PC, The Operator is heading to Nintendo Switch on May 22. Developed by Bureau 81, the game has already made waves since its original release in July 2024, earning over 6,000 “Very Positive” reviews on Steam and receiving the prestigious Pégase Award for Narrative Excellence. Inspired by the tone and intrigue of The X-Files, The Operator places players in the role of an FDI agent.
Verho Is Set to Release Later This Year on PC

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Deepak Chongtham

Lift the Curse in VerhoIndie developer Kasur Games is bringing a chilling, retro-inspired dungeon crawler to PC later this year with Verho, published by CobraTekku Games. A playable demo is already live on Steam, offering a glimpse into this dark and haunting RPG. Set in the cursed world of Yariv, Verho plunges players into a land where seeing another personâ€™s face is fatal. The Curse of Faces has left humanity cloaked in masks, their only means of survival.
Disposable Corps Unveiled, Demo Coming to Steam on 16th May

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Deepak Chongtham

Join the War in the Disposable CorpsArmoured Dudes, in collaboration with publisher Light Up Games, has unveiled their upcoming title, Disposable Corps. It is an exciting real-time tactical defense game where players lead expendable squads through chaotic, fast-paced multiplayer battles. Players can get an early glimpse of the action when the game’s first public demo arrives on Steam on 16th May.
Directorate Novitiate Just Dropped a New Narrative Trailer

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Deepak Chongtham

Get a Glimpse of Directorate NovitiateNesting Games has revealed the first narrative trailer for Directorate Novitiate, its upcoming story-rich urban fantasy action RPG. The game will enter Early Access this summer. Set in a stylized noir version of 2006 Los Angeles, the trailer offers a haunting first look at the game’s protagonist: Kana Luna, also known as Mercury in the shadows. Mercury lives a fractured life.
It Has My Face Is Bringing Its Roguelite Horror on Steam Later This Year

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Deepak Chongtham

Kill Your Clone in It Has My FaceBehaviour Interactive, known for Dead by Daylight, has announced its newest publishing project called It Has My Face. It is a first-person horror roguelite developed by indie sibling duo NightByte Games, the creators of Samurai Survivors. Set in a bleak, dystopian city, the game casts players in a chilling role: tracking down and eliminating their own clone before it does the same to them.
Legacy of Sin: Ill-Boding Launches Today on Steam

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Deepak Chongtham

Survive in a Shattered WorldAbsolute Power Game Studio, in collaboration with indie publishing platform indie.io, has officially released Legacy of Sin: Ill-Boding on Steam. This unique title blends city-building and tower defense mechanics in a grim, magic-ravaged version of Renaissance Europe. Available now for USD 12.99 with a 25% off, the game invites players to rebuild, defend, and survive in a world left in ruin.
Bobo Bay Joins Steam’s Creature Collector Fest

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Deepak Chongtham

Try the Alpha Demo of Bobo Bay Right NowIndie developer NewFutureKids has announced that their upcoming game Bobo Bay will be part of Steam’s Creature Collector Fest. It is a themed event that celebrates games centered around collecting, raising, and battling creatures. The game draws inspiration from the beloved Chao Garden, offering a unique blend of pet simulation and competitive gameplay.
Diplomacy Is Not an Option Expands With New Map Editor and Steam Workshop Support

2 days ago | cogconnected.com | Deepak Chongtham

We All Know That Diplomacy Is Not an OptionDoor 407 has rolled out a major update for Diplomacy is Not an Option, the critically acclaimed survival RTS known for its chaotic, large-scale battles and clever mix of strategy and magic. With 85 percent “Very Positive” reviews on Steam and an 81 Metacritic score, the game continues to earn praise from players and critics.