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  • Night Falls, She Hunts — Finnish Debut Goes Public, Playtest Live Oct 23–30

    Night Falls, She Hunts — Finnish Debut Goes Public, Playtest Live Oct 23–30

    A new voice rises from the Nordic forests. Fresh Finnish indie studio Murska Digital is poised to unveil its very first creation — She Hunts — an atmospheric exploration-focused action-adventure steeped in fairy-tale mystery. The studio will launch its first-ever public playtest on Steam, running Friday 23 October through Friday 30 October. The journey here wasn’t seamless, though: the team had hoped to align the test with Finnish Games Week, only to find themselves tangled in Steam’s approval process — a familiar hurdle for first-time developers everywhere.

    What Is She Hunts?

    Set in a lush, enchanted yet corrupted forest, She Hunts casts you as a lone wanderer facing a world where daylight is a shield and darkness brings something far worse than shadows:

    • Hunt and be hunted — wield a trusty crossbow and craft clever traps to fend off twisted, corrupted creatures prowling the woods
    • Beware the night — the sun sets, and the Beast awakens. Survival means planning your days wisely and finding shelter before darkness claims the trees
    • Explore a living fairy-tale wilderness — uncover secrets, piece together the land’s fading lore, and face choices that shape your journey
    • Story-rich narrative — every clearing, creature, and clue hints at a deeper truth beneath the enchantment
    • Full release slated for 2027 — playtest feedback will guide development toward launch
    • Languages — English, Finnish, and Swedish supported at launch

    The Playtest — What to Expect

    This first public look focuses on core gameplay foundations: basic combat encounters, early enemy designs, movement, and a guided introduction to the forest’s haunting beauty. It’s an early snapshot — not the full game — but one the team is eager to refine alongside players:

    “Feedback gained from the test will be used to sharpen the game further, with longer and more developed demos being planned for the future.”

    — Murska Digital

    How to join: Visit the She Hunts Steam store page from 23 October to request access. Participation is free, and every play session, comment, and bug report directly shapes what comes next.

    The Road Here — A Very Indie Challenge

    Murska Digital had originally aimed to launch the playtest alongside Finnish Games Week, treating the home-grown showcase as the perfect stage for their debut. Reality, however, meant waiting through Valve’s review queue — a process the studio describes as a “ritual” nearly every first-time indie developer endures. Approval eventually arrived, later than hoped but no less welcome.

    It’s a reminder: behind every Steam store page, every trailer, and every playtest, there’s a small team navigating systems built for scale, fighting to get their work seen. That they’re here at all is a victory — and one that resonates with the wider indie community.

    From Finland with Magic

    Murska Digital may be new, but they carry a distinct Nordic creative identity: atmosphere over spectacle, nature as both sanctuary and threat, and storytelling that feels timeless yet personal. She Hunts promises to stand apart in a crowded field — a game where the forest is the character, light is a resource, and the hunter must always watch the horizon.

    Join the Hunt

    The forest opens its gates this Friday. Wishlist now, sign up for the playtest when it goes live, and help shape the legend. Daylight won’t last forever.

    More Info: She Hunts

    #SheHunts #MurskaDigital #FinnishIndie #IndieDev #Biznooz #SteamPlaytest #FinnishGamesWeek #ActionAdventure #FairyTale #DarkFantasy #Crossbow #SurvivalGame #PC

  • Black Market Retail Meets Cyberpunk: ‘Probably Stolen’ Playtest Hits Steam!

    Black Market Retail Meets Cyberpunk: ‘Probably Stolen’ Playtest Hits Steam!

    If you thought running a cosy potion shop or managing a medieval graveyard was stressful, wait until you step into the neon-lit, crime-ridden underworld of the Lower Levels.

    Renowned publisher tinyBuild—the team behind hits like Graveyard Keeper, Potion Craft, and Kingmakers—has teamed up with developer Questing Goose Studio to announce Probably Stolen, a gritty new cyberpunk shopkeeping simulator where survival matters just as much as your profit margin.

    And the best news? You don’t have to wait to get your hands dirty: the debut playtest is available right now on Steam!

    Welcome to the Lower Levels: Where Everything Has a Price

    Probably Stolen flips the traditional cosy store-management genre on its head. Forget stocking peaceful potion ingredients or chatting with friendly townspeople; in the Lower Levels, your customers are deeply dubious, and your inventory is even more suspicious.

    In this dark cyberpunk simulator, you take on the role of an underworld shopkeeper trying to build a business amidst rampant crime, corruption, and corporate greed.

    Key features to expect include:

    • Manage Your Underground Shop: Build, customise, and run your store in one of the most dangerous districts in the city.
    • Questionable Goods: Buy, fence, and sell high-tech gear, illicit cyberware, and stolen merchandise.
    • Shady Clientele: Deal with unpredictable customers, back-alley fixers, and dangerous criminals who might buy your stock—or try to rob you blind.
    • Moral Choices: Decide how far you’re willing to go to make a quick buck. Will you play it relatively safe, or dive headfirst into illegal rackets for massive profits?

    A Proven Track Record in Genre-Bending Sims

    With tinyBuild’s impressive pedigree in unique, quirky management games like Potion Craft and Graveyard Keeper, simulation fans have plenty of reason to be excited. Probably Stolen promises to combine deep management mechanics with rich environmental storytelling, humour, and high-stakes decision-making.

    How to Join the Steam Playtest Today

    Ready to start fencing illicit tech and building your retail empire?

    1. Head over to the Probably Stolen page on Steam.
    2. Click “Request Access” for the debut playtest.
    3. Jump in, test out the mechanics, and help shape the game’s development with your feedback!

    How far will you go to make a profit in the retail underworld? Jump into the playtest today and find out!

    Find out more here

    #ProbablyStolen #tinyBuild #QuestingGooseStudio #GamingNews #IndieGames #Cyberpunk #SteamPlaytest #PCGaming #BizNooz

  • Unleash Dark Magic in Revenant Survivors: Join the Steam Playtest Now!

    Unleash Dark Magic in Revenant Survivors: Join the Steam Playtest Now!

    If you love high-octane bullet-heaven games and deep build customisation, it’s time to head over to Steam. Developer Mongma Studio has officially opened the doors to the public playtest for their upcoming dark fantasy survivors-like action roguelite, Revenant Survivors!

    Designed for fans of fast-paced horde survival and satisfying RPG synergies, Revenant Survivors turns player progression on its head by letting you absorb souls, usurp boss abilities, and unleash devastating elemental combos against relentless waves of enemies.

    What to Expect in the Revenant Survivors Playtest

    The latest playtest gives players direct hands-on experience with the core combat and deep customisation mechanics driving the game. Here’s a breakdown of what makes this action roguelite stand out:

    1. Evolving Attacks & Dynamic Combat

    Combat isn’t just about increasing numbers—it’s about changing how your attacks function. As you carve through endless hordes, your baseline abilities evolve into entirely new forms, offering fresh tactical approaches during every single run.

    2. Elemental Stacking & Explosive Active Detonations

    Lay down elemental status effects—such as shock, burn, and frost—and then detonate them using powerful active skills. Timing your detonations creates screen-clearing chain reactions that make taking down massive swarms incredibly satisfying.

    3. Deep Build Variety & Synergies

    No two runs are ever the same. Mix and match powers, character traits, game-altering relics, and craftable equipment to tailor a playstyle that suits you. Combine set effects with altar relics to build anything from a tanky elemental brawler to a rapid-fire spellcaster.

    4. Steal Boss Powers & Usurp Their Forms

    Bosses aren’t just obstacles; they are your primary source of strength. Defeating colossal bosses allows you to absorb their souls, steal their signature gear and skills, and even usurp their bodies to unlock brand-new playable characters.

    How to Join the Playtest

    Joining the action is straightforward:

    1. Head over to the Revenant Survivors Steam Store Page.
    2. Look for the Request Access / Join Playtest section.
    3. Download the playtest build and dive straight into the dark fantasy hordes!

    Be sure to leave your feedback on the official Steam discussions or Discord server—Mongma Studio is actively collecting community input to refine combat balance, progression clarity, and overall stability ahead of launch.

    Find out more here

    #RevenantSurvivors #MongmaStudio #IndieGames #SteamPlaytest #SurvivorsLike #ActionRoguelite #DarkFantasy #PCGaming #GamingNews #BizNooz