Latest Adventure Games News

In a recent statement, NineZyme Entertainment, known for their plans to revive the classic Sierra series with Laura Bow and the Mechanical Codex, has expressed the challenges faced due to the ongoing turmoil in the gaming industry. The last year has seen a dramatic upheaval with approximately 10,000 job cuts globally in 2023, a trend that has continued into 2024 with nearly the same number of layoffs in January alone. This instability has affected many, including smaller studios like NineZyme.

In the realm of gaming news, lovers of vintage point-and-click adventure games have a reason to rejoice. Prepare to embark on a nostalgic journey with a modern twist as Imaginary Labs announces their latest venture, Whirlight - No Time To Trip. As their second foray into this genre, the game promises a fresh, contemporary narrative where cutting-edge graphics intertwine with a captivating, time-traveling plot filled with humor. If you're a fan of classics like Monkey Island, it's time to turn your attention to Whirlight.

Crow Country, the much-anticipated survival horror game from award-winning Snipperclips! developers, has unveiled an eerie new trailer and an updated demo as part of the Steam Next Fest. This updated demo, featuring never-before-seen footage, thrusts players into the eerie depths of an abandoned theme park where they must locate and shoot all 15 hidden crystal crows while dealing with the lurking horrors within.

Heartworm is a highly anticipated low-fi survival horror game, set to bring the nightmares of the '90s back to life. The game is being published by DreadXP, a well-known horror games publisher, and developed by independent developer Vincent Adinolfi. Drawing inspiration from '90s genre classics like Silent Hill, Resident Evil, and Dino Crisis, Heartworm is sure to please lovers of retro psychological survival horror games. Here's the new trailer:

In the latest gaming news, we have received word from Mat Van Rhoon, a designer behind the multi-award-winning Tex Murphy adventure game series, about his new venture. Rhoon has announced the opening of a new game studio, Terabbit Studios. The studio, staffed by a small collective of passionate individuals, has also announced a new title under development.

The gaming world is buzzing with anticipation as the renowned detectives Sonny and Marty are back for another round of crime-solving in the newly released demo for Chicken Police: Into the HIVE!. This game demo, developed in Budapest, Hungary, is now available for everyone to enjoy as part of the first Steam Next Fest of 2024.

Blue Brain Games, the creators of The House of Da Vinci, are back with a brand new 3D puzzle adventure: The House of Tesla. This upcoming title invites players to delve into the world of Nikola Tesla, one of history's most renowned inventors. The game promises a blend of handcrafted puzzles, eerily beautiful locations, and a series of challenges designed to test your mental mettle.

The enchanting narrative adventure Pine Hearts is ready to take you on a heart-touching journey through a vibrant Scottish park filled with puzzles, memories, and cute secrets. The game is a love letter from Creative Director Rob Madden, inspired by his personal experiences of loss and hope. The game is set to be part of the Steam Next Fest, allowing players to experience the demo from February 5th to 12th.

SERUM, the new survival adventure game developed by Game Island and published by Toplitz Productions, is set to offer a playable demo at Steam Next Fest starting Feb 5th. This highly-anticipated game stands out with its unique game mechanic focused on a mysterious green elixir, the serum itself. As the clock ticks down, players must secure their next dose of the serum before time runs out.

Exciting news for puzzle enthusiasts and narrative adventure lovers as Boxes: Lost Fragments makes its debut on Steam! This announcement comes from Big Loop Studios and Snapbreak Games, who have collaborated to bring this grand mystery to life.

Spiral Up Games, in collaboration with Aluba Studio, has proudly announced the release of a new trailer and demo for Cyber Manhunt: New World, a sequel to the critically acclaimed narrative puzzle game, Cyber Manhunt. The new trailer can be viewed here:

The narrative geniuses at inkle, renowned for their recent three IGF nominations for A Highland Song, have joined forces with Google Arts & Culture to introduce a new free browser-based game, The Forever Labyrinth. This innovative game is constructed from an amalgamation of art from around the globe and across history.

In the latest news from THQ Nordic, a new trailer for the upcoming horror game, Alone in the Dark, has been released. This 60-second trailer provides a quick summary of what players can expect from the game. The developers want you to know that it's more than just a battle for survival. They aim to challenge your core beliefs as you delve into the cosmic horror tale set against a Southern Gothic backdrop. You can catch this captivating trailer here:

In a recent announcement from Torrezno Entertainment, they shared that the Kickstarter campaign for Legends of Castile has been postponed to the last third of 2024. This decision was not made lightly but was necessary due to personal circumstances surrounding the game's developer. The postponement will allow more time for the completion of the game, ensuring a more polished final product when it eventually launches.

Dead Man's Diary, the narrative-driven survival adventure game, launched on PlayStation 5 on January 25th. Released by TML-Studios, the game immerses players in a post-apocalyptic world. It's now digitally available on the PlayStation Store.