Concern the Highlight – 2024
Blumhouse is thought primarily for horror movies. However final yr, the studio introduced Blumhouse Video games, a model new online game division. And that is its first venture — Concern the Highlight. Developed by Cozy Recreation Friends, Concern the Highlight takes inspiration from ’90s horror video games, totally embracing the blocky PS1-style visuals.
Is it coming to Swap?: Yep! Seems to be unbelievable, too. This and Crow Nation are bringing again a blocky period of horror.
Screenbound – TBC (Swap unconfirmed)
Impressed by FEZ, Wreck-It Ralph, Viewfinder, Tremendous Mario Bros., and Tron — what a variety, hey? — Screenbound is an enchanting journey sport the place it’s important to take note of two totally different screens. There’s the massive display, your TV or monitor, after which there’s the little “Recreation Boy” display inside the sport. What occurs on one display could not occur within the different, however you must control each to make it by way of the sport.
Is it coming to Swap?: Platforms have not been confirmed for this one in any respect. You know we’re hoping to see this on the hybrid console, although.
Zoochosis – 2024 (Swap unconfirmed)
And the winner for essentially the most terrifying sport we noticed throughout Day of the Devs is well Zoochosis. You are a zookeeper — yay! — and also you’re in your first night time shift. However there’s an issue: some animals are contaminated with a illness that turns them into mutants. Out of the blue we’re much less enthusiastic about our jobs…
Is it coming to Swap?: Nope, that is one other Steam unique, for now.
Tom the Postgirl – Q3 2025 (Swap unconfirmed)
In case you have a messed-up sense of humour, Tom the Postgirl was virtually tailored for you. Hilarious and horrifying, you’re a very nosy postgirl who can not help however spy on the individuals she’s delivering mail to. The distinctive artwork fashion and silent movie-style narrative playing cards solely add to the strangeness. Simply… do not get so wrapped up within the bizarre you neglect to ship the mail.
Is it coming to Swap?: It is unique to PC for now, however hopefully the Swap’s successor?
Psychroma – Q3 – This autumn 2024
Psycrhoma is an eye catching pixel artwork horror sport the place it’s important to piece collectively your reminiscences and perceive how one can break the present time loop you are caught in. The mix of cyberpunk aesthetics and unsettling visuals work in tandem to create a narrative all about id, reminiscence, and concern.
Is it coming to Swap?: Sure it’s!
A Little to the Left: Seeing Stars DLC – twenty fifth June 2024
The lovable, cosy puzzle sport A Little to the Left is getting its second piece of DLC in just some weeks. We acquired our first take a look at Seeing Stars — which focuses on a number of options, extra stars, and lots of extra cats. There are 38 new ranges and 100 stars to gather, so if you happen to liked the bottom sport, you must undoubtedly seize this one!
Is it coming to Swap?: Yep — the bottom sport is already out on Swap, in any case.
Whats up Once more – 2025 (Swap unconfirmed)
Whats up once more to… Whats up Once more! Teased in 203, Whats up Once more is a time loop sport the place you crash on an island crammed with historic ruins. To interrupt the loop, you must discover out in regards to the historical past of the island and these ruins. It is apparently the coziest time loop you may ever play, and with inspirations similar to Outer Wilds, Majora’s Masks, and Animal Crossing… we consider it!
Is it coming to Swap?: Not for now; that is PC-only.
Whereas Ready – 2025 (Swap unconfirmed)
Optillusion has left the confines of the field for… mainly all over the place. Whereas Ready takes a easy premise — ready — and turns it right into a puzzle sport. This can be a sport all about ready and being affected person, however you can be a menace if you happen to actually need.
Is it coming to Swap?: Nope, PC and cell. This one might ultimately make its means over, although…
Afterlove EP – Q3 2024
After Espresso Discuss and its sequel, Pikselnesia’s subsequent venture is a heartfelt, heartbreaking story of affection, loss, and music. Afterlove EP follows a musician residing in Jakarta who hears the voice of his girlfriend after her loss of life. This comes from creator Mohammad Fahmi — who sadly handed away in 2022 — and his love of Jakarta and music, and the staff are excited to share the sport with the world.
Is it coming to Swap?: Yep, you can get Afterlove EP on Swap on day one.
Phoenix Springs – sixteenth September 2024 (Swap unconfirmed)
Phoenix Springs oozes class and elegance. A self-styled “fashionable point-and-click” that makes use of vibrant colors and hanging visuals, Phoenix Springs embraces fashionable conveniences whereas being impressed by point-and-click classics. As reporter Iris Dormer, you must examine the enigmatic group that lives in Phoenix Springs, and discover out what connects Iris to them.
Is it coming to Swap?: Nope, this one’s a PC unique for now.
Tides of Tomorrow – “Coming Quickly” (Swap unconfirmed)
Closing out the present is an enormous one — DigixArt’s subsequent new sport, Tides of Tomorrow, an bold multiplayer narrative journey happening in a world overcome by the “Nice Flood”. Individuals are turning into plastic, and it’s important to attempt to survive on this ever-changing world with your folks — who’re actual individuals in the actual world.
Is it coming to Swap?: No, it is solely confirmed for PC, however DigixArt’s Street 96 is on Swap. Possibly.
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