Wallet threat level: June 22, 2026

, | Games

Rail shooters are something I don’t normally care for, but with two exceptions so far. One is Rez, Sega’s music themed rail shooter, for its brilliant use of minimalist visuals and music integration. And the other is Star Fox. Why does Star Fox overcome my usual dislike of rail shooters? Maybe it’s the fact that you’re in a little space ship, sometimes flying through space, sometimes on planets. Whatever the reason, I can’t resist the siren call of a remake of Star Fox 64. 

Monday (6/22/26):

  • Dark Scrolls (Switch, PC) – “Dark Scrolls is a fantasy-themed action platformer that fuses shmup-style chaos with roguelite progression and is packed with charm, challenge, and secrets.”
  • Microwave Simulator (PC) – “Ever microwaved a live chicken? Now’s your chance. Build a completely “serious” and “real” restaurant empire powered by the dumbest kitchen appliance imaginable, all from the comfort of your cozy little home.”
  • Safe Quacker (PC) – “Safe Quacker is a cute 3D incremental heist game where you play as a duck thief pecking loot, collecting treasure, upgrading your beak, unlocking tougher vault rooms, and cracking the legendary Golden Egg for prestige.”

Tuesday (6/23/26):

  • Deer & Boy (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch) – “In this poetic cinematic platformer, a runaway boy meets a fawn. As their bond grows, so do their abilities and the emotional weight of their journey, where silence speaks louder than words.”
  • Dimhaven – The Lost Source (PC) – “Are you ready for an adventure? Challenges, exploration and puzzles in a narrative driven experience, pick up your camera and test your wits in this first-person mystery by the team behind Quern!”

Wednesday (6/24/26):

  • Empulse (Early Access) (PC, Xbox Series X/S) -” Empulse is an upcoming fast-paced 6v6 movement shooter. Wall-run, grapple, Holojump, pilot mechs, and paint your way through Freehold’s vertical streets. Outmove your opponent or get outgunned.”
  • Rift Diver (PC) – “Rift Diver is a punishing 2D hack and slash with souls-like elements. As the “Unforgiven”, descend into the chaotic Below to slay the Reaper! Master the dash, upgrade your unique class, and crush relentless swarms across a 4-level campaign or the Endless Dungeon.”
  • Station Nexus (PC) – “A survey vessel bound for a destination 84,000 km away. While investigating a destroyed spacecraft, you encounter an unexplained spatial anomaly. Manage power and resources to continue your journey, and uncover the truth behind a phenomenon that is slowly consuming reality itself.”
  • Trashy Cashy (PC) – “A small incremental game about building a business by selling trash. You become a partner in the mysterious “Trashy Cashy” franchise. Extract trash from packages and ship it off for sale. Ask fewer questions. Enjoy outrageous profits. Sounds simple, right?”

Thursday (6/25/26):

  • Dead or Alive 6 Last Round (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – “Fan-favorite 3D fighting game Dead or Alive 6 is back with stylish moves, striking animations, and a cast of colorful characters to go head-to-head in the fighting game world’s most extreme battles!”
  • KIYO – Bunny Tyranny (Switch, PC) –“Control the body of Kiyo, a feline ex-predator trapped in a neon-lit, dystopian city dominated by smartphone-addicted bunnies. Grab your bow, infiltrate the bunnies’ facilities, discover their deepest secrets, and free everyone from their tyrannical grip in this stealthy platform adventure.”
  • Star Fox (Switch 2) – “Save the Lylat System with Fox McCloud! This cinematic take on the Star Fox 64 story features new fully voiced dialogue, an epic orchestral soundtrack, and a complete visual overhaul for the Nintendo Switch™ 2 system.”
  • Deltarune Chapter 5 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch 2, Switch) – The free update to Deltarune.

Friday (6/26/26):

  • Click and Slash (PC) – “The Gény are cute, but no matter how BG they are, they’ll need a well-placed kick! Because yes, you have to eliminate them… while doing your job! Do your activities and boost your productivity and your number of clicks for the week, slacker.”
  • Eyes of the ElderWood (PC) – “Eyes Of The ElderWood is a first-person adventure horror set in Kashubian folklore, emphasizing diverse locations, challenges, and enemies. Draw spells to solve puzzles and deal with foes, or fight using a revolver. Keep an eye on your sanity level to avoid descending into madness.”
  • Painting PC (PC) – “Think you’ve got what it takes to become a famous artist? Start with one brush and absolutely no followers. Take on commissions, gain fans, unlock new tools, and build your reputation one painting at a time. Will clients happily pay the full amount, or wonder what they’ve just spent their money on?”
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