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Graveyard Keeper, an eight-year-old pixel-art life sim RPG about managing a medieval cemetery, surged to a new Steam all-time peak of 31,216 players after its sequel was announced and the original game was made free-to-own for a limited time on Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox (through April 13). The promotion could grow the fanbase for Graveyard Keeper 2, though Nintendo’s eShop still lists the game at $19.99.
Stardew Valley's 1.6 update has broken its own Steam player record with 146,159 concurrent players within 24 hours of release, surpassing its previous peak of 94,875. The update introduces new content such as a Meadowlands farm, festivals, pets, and NPC dialogue, along with the ability to move the farmhouse and drink mayonnaise. The update is currently available on Steam and GOG, with a console and mobile release expected soon.
Indie RPG Sea of Stars, inspired by Chrono Trigger and Super Mario RPG, is set to introduce a co-op mode called Single Player+ allowing three players to engage in the game's rhythm-based battle system, with a teaser video released for exploration mechanics. The game has surpassed five million players since its release last year and is also set to receive DLC titled "Throes of the Watchmaker", offering a fully fledged side-adventure, while the co-op mode is currently in development.
Leximan, an upcoming indie RPG, offers a refreshing alternative to Undertale's challenging bullet-hell combat with gentle word puzzles. Developed by Knights of Borria, the game features monochromatic pixel art with splashes of color and allows players to create mystical incantations using word fragments during turn-based battles. The game's dialogue and interface transform dynamically, making each encounter distinct and memorable. With its dry and Python-esque writing style, Leximan offers a unique and offbeat RPG experience. The release date is yet to be announced, but the game can be wishlisted on Steam.
Indie RPG Inkbound developer, Shiny Shoe, has announced that it will remove all in-game monetization, including the battle pass and microtransactions, by the end of October. The decision was made in response to the trending sentiment against these features in the industry and among players. The existing battle pass content will be converted into cosmetic-only optional "supporter packs" DLCs sold on Steam. The developer aims to continue supporting the game beyond release and will offer additional bonus rewards to players who have supported the game with real-life money.