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Ahead of January 22's Developer Direct showcase, several Xbox Game Studios titles are on sale on Steam.

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Xbox Game Studios Steam Sale Includes Some of 2025's | GameWatcher
Ahead of January 22's Developer Direct showcase, several Xbox Game Studios titles are on sale on Steam.
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January 22, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Remedy's multiplayer Control spin-off FBC: Firebreak, has received a hefty discount after a mixed reception and disappointing sales in 2025.

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Remedy Entertainment Discounts FBC: Firebreak to £13.19 | GameWatcher
Remedy's multiplayer Control spin-off FBC: Firebreak, has received a hefty discount after a mixed reception and disap...
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January 20, 2026 at 2:33 PM
4X fans can snap up some cheap treats on Steam, including the Endless Space series.

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4X Sale on Steam Discounts the Endless Space Franchise | GameWatcher
4X fans can snap up some cheap treats on Steam, including the Endless Space series.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Clumsy Bear Studio puts a culinary spin on card-based adventure with pixel art cook 'em up Hungry Horrors.

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Hungry Horrors Whets the Appetite for a Unique | GameWatcher
Clumsy Bear Studio puts a culinary spin on card-based adventure with pixel art cook 'em up Hungry Horrors.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Learn about the games coming to Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass for PC in 2026. January's new arrivals include Star Wars Outlaws, Space Marine 2 and Resident Evil Village.

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Games Coming to Xbox Game Pass in 2026 - January: Star | GameWatcher
Learn about the games coming to Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass for PC in 2026. January's new arrivals include Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:32 PM
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My first review of the year is of @craftlingsgame.bsky.social, a mix of Lemmings and town-building that's a delightful time. For @gamewatcher.com: www.gamewatcher.com/reviews/craf...
Craftlings PC Review | GameWatcher
Craftlings successfully rediscovers genre-bending mechanics and systems to deliver a puzzle-strategy adventure that doesn’t reinvent the wheel but feels thoroughly polished and focused.
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January 15, 2026 at 3:13 PM
Craftlings successfully rediscovers genre-bending mechanics and systems to deliver a puzzle-strategy adventure that doesn’t reinvent the wheel but feels thoroughly polished and focused.

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Craftlings PC Review | GameWatcher
Craftlings successfully rediscovers genre-bending mechanics and systems to deliver a puzzle-strategy adventure that doesn’t reinvent the wheel but feels thoroughly polished and focused.
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January 15, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Sign-ups for Prison Architect 2's closed beta are now live, with the test itself starting on January 19, 2026.

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Prison Architect 2 Shows Signs of Life With Closed Beta | GameWatcher
Sign-ups for Prison Architect 2's closed beta are now live, with the test itself starting on January 19, 2026.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Total War: Warhammer 40,000 reaching the 1 million Steam wishlists so soon after its initial unveiling doesn't come as a surprise, given the universe's popularity.

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With No Release Date in Sight, Total War: Warhammer | GameWatcher
Total War: Warhammer 40,000 reaching the 1 million Steam wishlists so soon after its initial unveiling doesn't come as a surprise, given the universe's popularity.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Europa Universalis 5's Rossbach update 1.1 also introduces a collapsible unit UI, turns the call to war alert into a pop-up, and adds levy rally points.

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Europa Universalis 5's Rossbach Update 1.1 Brings Hidden | GameWatcher
Europa Universalis 5's Rossbach update 1.1 also introduces a collapsible unit UI, turns the call to war alert into a pop-up, and adds levy rally points.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Fares describes his studio's collaboration with the publisher as "super good," noting that Electronic Arts understands and respects Hazelight's approach to making games.

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Split Fiction Director Josef Fares On His Studio's | GameWatcher
Fares describes his studio's collaboration with the publisher as "super good," noting that Electronic Arts understands and respects Hazelight's approach to making games.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:44 PM
With Warhammer 40K Dawn of War 4 on the horizon, the previous games are on sale to get you up to speed on the RTS series.

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The Dawn of War Franchise is Heavily Discounted on Steam | GameWatcher
With Warhammer 40K Dawn of War 4 on the horizon, the previous games are on sale to get you up to speed on the RTS ser...
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January 14, 2026 at 4:54 PM
A&R Atelier is developing a new game about the famous video game aquatic mammal, Ecco The Dolphin. and more is to come.

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New Ecco The Dolphin Officially in Development | GameWatcher
A&R Atelier is developing a new game about the famous video game aquatic mammal, and more is to come.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:39 PM
CD Projekt Co-Founder Michał Kiciński views the storefront's DRM-free approach to games distribution as a "core value of GOG."

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CD Projekt Co-Founder Michał Kiciński on Why He Acquired | GameWatcher
Kiciński views the storefront's DRM-free approach to games distribution as a "core value of GOG."
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January 14, 2026 at 12:42 PM
A job description for the developer of Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Thief, and Guardians of the Galaxy reveals it's working on something big.

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Eidos-Montréal is working on an Unannounced AAAA game | GameWatcher
A job description for the developer of Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Thief, and Guardians of the Galaxy reveals it's work...
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January 14, 2026 at 11:49 AM
Resident Evil Village, Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and more are rumored to be part of the PlayStation Plus Extra games list for January 2026.

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PlayStation Plus Extra Games List for January 2026 | GameWatcher
Resident Evil Village, Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and more are rumored to be part of the PlayStation Plus Extra games list for January 2026.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:04 AM
The Relics of Hoxxes adds a new biome, the new Heavy Excavation mission, and more for Deep Rock Galactic Season 6.

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Deep Rock Galactic's Season 6, Relics of Hoxxes, | GameWatcher
The Relics of Hoxxes adds a new biome, the new Heavy Excavation mission, and more.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:03 AM
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown's space combat revolves around the idea that we are captains issuing orders to our crew rather than controlling the ship ourselves.

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Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown Combat Deep Dive | GameWatcher
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown's space combat revolves around the idea that we are captains issuing orders to our crew rather than controlling the ship ourselves.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Following backlash over the use of genAI for "concept art exploration" in the development of the new Divinity game, Larian Studios has answered pressing questions on Reddit.

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Larian is dropping "genAI tools during concept art | GameWatcher
Following backlash over the use of genAI for "concept art exploration" in the development of the new Divinity game, Larian Studios has answered pressing questions on Reddit.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Learn about the games coming to Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass for PC in 2026. January's new arrivals include Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village.

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Games Coming to Xbox Game Pass in 2026 - January: Star | GameWatcher
Learn about the games coming to Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass for PC in 2026. January's new arrivals include Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Village.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:25 PM
Almost 20 years after StarCraft: Ghost's cancellation, a StarCraft shooter led by Far Cry veteran Dan Hay may be close to being revealed.

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Long-rumored StarCraft shooter "most likely" being | GameWatcher
Almost 20 years after StarCraft: Ghost's cancellation, a StarCraft shooter led by Far Cry veteran Dan Hay may be close to being revealed.
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January 9, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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This really seems to be happening, and I'm here just hoping it's more of a standalone DLC led by Ciri which bridges 3 and 4 in some way. The timing makes sense? www.gamewatcher.com/news/rumors-...
Rumors about a third expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild | GameWatcher
A new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt could be coming in 2026, several sources are saying.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:34 AM
If you find yourself looking for your next RTS or 4X strategy game as 2026 steadily kicks in, GOG’s Winter Classics Promo sale has got you covered, featuring a host of discounts for both newer and older titles.

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Grab These Awesome Discounted RTS and 4X Strategy Games | GameWatcher
GOG's Winter Classics Promo sale features discounts for RTS and 4X strategy games such as Age of Wonders 3, Civilization 3, Cossacks Anthology, Stronghold Crusader 2: Special Edition, and more.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:56 AM
Could we see Saw back on PC and consoles? It seems there’s a chance.

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Lionsgate Earnings Call Teases New Saw Video Game in | GameWatcher
Lionsgate sees an increased interest and opportunity to make games based on its properties.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:56 AM
With a Lies of P sequel underway and “more than five” new PC and console titles also in the works, Neowiz is “actively exploring” how advanced learning tools like generative AI can help its teams become more efficient.

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Lies of P: Overture "expanded the community in untold | GameWatcher
Lies of P: Overture's success "solidified the foundation of an emerging pillar franchise for us moving forward."
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January 7, 2026 at 10:55 AM