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Credit: Steam Paralives, a Sims-style life simulator, has entered early access. The game was developed by a small team of developers led by designer Alex Masse. The studio raised funds for its creation through crowdfunding on Patreon. As it turns out, Paralives' total worldwide sales exceeded 250,000 copies in less than 24 hours after its debut. The announcement was accompanied by a themed illustration with a message from the developers. "Thank you so much for participating in Early Access and helping shape the game! We couldn't have done it without your support! We look forward to the future together [with the community]!" the announcement read. At its early access launch, Paralives features construction mechanics, a character editor, and an open world where players can f...

Credit: Devolver Digital Developers System Era Softworks and publisher Devolver Digital announced that a new co-op game set in the ASTRONEER universe, STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions, will launch in Early Access on June 11th. The game will cost $29.99. Before its launch, Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions will undergo public testing, which begins on June 4th on all target platforms. The developers stated that all progress earned will be carried over to the final version if purchased. Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions invites players to explore deep space and complete "planet-scale" missions using a suite of advanced tools. Enemy combat is also included, as players will regularly have to contend with carnivorous flora, anomalies, and other monsters. https://youtu.be/jWOgDgUez...

Credit: Amanita Design Amanita Design, known for games like Machinarium and Samorost, has released its new project Phonopolis on Steam – an isometric puzzle game set in a 3D cardboard world. Phonopolis tells the story of Felix, a young scavenger who lives in the city of Phonopolis, oppressed by the ruthless Leader. Its inhabitants risk becoming mindless servants of the main villain in the name of achieving a greater goal. Only the protagonist can grasp the scale of the looming threat, as the commands of the Leader's minions do not affect him. Thwarting the mad autocrat's plans is the players' primary objective. The puzzle's plot is inspired by the works of Czech science fiction writer Karel Capek and British writer George Orwell. Credit: Amanita Design The key location of t...