Weekly Steam Plaza Issue 128: Belt-scroll "Rogue" Absolum and Battlefield 6 Released

Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/038/G003821/20251011005/

Editorial Department: YamaChan | 2025/10/11 09:00 (UTC)

Weekly Steam Plaza delivers highlights of newly released or announced titles on Valve’s PC game download platform, Steam, along with sales information.

Absolum

A belt-scroll “rogue” action game set in a fantasy world ruled by the Sun King Azura. Players take on the role of a hero exiled from their nation and challenge the tyrannical Sun King to reclaim lost magic. Known for its high-tempo combat, the game offers exhilarating gameplay that combines rapid combo attacks with powerful spells. Incorporating roguelike elements, each playthrough presents new challenges—an appealing feature in itself—and supports cooperative multiplayer.

Battlefield 6

The latest installment of the “Battlefield” series, known for large-scale multiplayer battles. Players join a squad as infantry soldiers and strive toward victory alongside teammates. A wide variety of battlefields await—from intense infantry combat to massive clashes involving tanks and fighter jets. One key attraction is dynamic gameplay that allows players to destroy surrounding environments to gain strategic advantages. The revamped “Battlefield Portal” also enables creating custom game modes.

Daimon Blades

A first-person slasher set in a chaotic realm. Players become a warrior-monk hunting their traitorous master, stepping into a dangerous world overrun by demons. The core feature is fighting with living weapons that grow stronger by feeding on enemy blood. Progressing deeper while applying permanent upgrades between runs offers a solid roguelite gameplay loop, supporting solo or up to four-player cooperative play.

Deathground

A co-op survival horror set in ruins haunted by ravenous dinosaurs. Players enter dangerous areas either alone or as teams of up to four, completing various missions to survive. The game’s highlight lies in tense escape sequences that require stealth, combat, and coordination with teammates to outwit relentless predators.

Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch

A strategy roguelite RPG set on a cursed island. Players awaken as a memoryless warrior bound by a mysterious witch’s contract and assemble a team of colorful companions to uncover the island’s hidden truth. Deep turn-based battles, leveraging elemental effects and skill synergies, are among its key features. Additionally, players can permanently strengthen themselves at their base after each death—enabling stronger challenges in subsequent attempts—a hallmark of roguelite progression.

Little Nightmares III

A horror adventure set in an endless nightmare world called “No-Where.” Players take on the roles of the protagonists Loo and Alone, working together to escape from this nightmarish realm. The game uniquely emphasizes two-player cooperation: Loo uses a bow while Alone wields a wrench—each using their unique items to solve puzzles and confront fear. Online cooperative play is available, as well as solo mode with an AI companion, delivering intense tension as players protect one another.

Little Rocket Lab

A factory-building adventure set in a deserted hometown. Players become a rookie engineer striving to fulfill their mother’s dream of building a rocket by establishing innovative factories and revitalizing the town’s industry. Gathering resources across various locations, constructing vast production lines with conveyor belts, and solving residents’ problems form the core gameplay loop. The story unfolds around two major goals: reviving the town and realizing a family’s dream.

Project Unknown

An online cooperative horror game set in haunted properties. Players become paranormal investigators, leading teams of up to four to complete exorcism missions. A key feature is controlling unique characters—each with distinct special abilities—such as a tarot reader or an occult enthusiast who wields grimoires. Success depends on strategic teamwork: combining roles and skills to confront terrifying forces.

[Interview] Why Did the Latest DLC “All Under Heaven” for “Crusader Kings III” Expand All the Way to East Asia? We Asked the Developers

The Crusader Kings series has long been a core favorite among Paradox Interactive’s historical grand strategy games, yet Japan had never appeared on its map until now. However, with the latest DLC for “Crusader Kings III,” titled “All Under Heaven,” players can finally experience gameplay in Japan. But why? We asked the developers.

[October 11, 2025, 12:00]

[Interview] How Is Michael Myers, the Running-less Serial Killer Who Drives a Town to Terror, Reimagined in the Asymmetric Multiplayer Game “Halloween”? We Asked the Developers at Illfonic

Michael Myers, the iconic serial killer from the classic horror film “Halloween,” has appeared in various horror game crossovers before. But how does “Halloween,” an asymmetric multiplayer game, recreate his unique traits—never running and stalking his targets until he strikes? We spoke with two key figures at Illfonic, who are developing the game.

[October 11, 2025, 10:00]

Agricultural Puzzle Game “Farmer Was Replaced()” Released on Steam, Official Version Launches

Metaroot officially released the full version of “Farmer Was Replaced()” on Steam on October 10, 2025. The price is 1,200 yen; currently available at a 20% discount for 960 yen (tax included) during its launch sale. This game is an agricultural puzzle where players control drones using a Python-like programming language to fully automate crop cultivation and harvesting.

[October 10, 2025, 23:00]

New Violent, Unique World Roguelite Survival “LET IT DIE: INFERNO” Offers Free Demo on Steam from October 14 to 21

Gunho Online Entertainment announced today (October 7, 2025) that the upcoming game “LET IT DIE: INFERNO” (PC / PS5), developed by SUPER TRICK GAMES, will release a free PC demo on Steam from October 14 at 2:00 to October 21 at 2:00, allowing players to experience its core gameplay loop.

[October 7, 2025, 13:01]

“Pritt Prisoner” Free Demo to Be Released at Steam Next Fest Starting October 14; New Stage and Other Features Expand Gameplay

Pinkul announced today that the PC demo version of “Pritt Prisoner” will be available during the upcoming Steam Next Fest, scheduled to begin on October 14 at 2:00. This demo features various improvements over the OBT (Open Beta Test) stage, including new stages and robotic gadgets—expanding gameplay possibilities.

[October 10, 2025, 20:27]

“CODE VEIN II” Releases Story Trailer Featuring Vampires from 100 Years Ago and Their Dramatic Tales

Bandai Namco Entertainment announced today (October 10, 2025) the release of a story trailer for “CODE VEIN II”, a dramatic exploration action RPG scheduled to launch on January 29, 2026 (January 30 for PC). The video showcases encounters with vampires from a century past and their unfolding drama.

[October 10, 2025, 11:53]

“Football Manager 26” Unveils Three New Trailers Focusing on Updated UI, First Women’s Football in Series, and Tactical Overhaul

Sega announced today (October 10, 2025) the release of new trailers for “Football Manager 26.” These videos highlight three key features: a refreshed user interface, the series’ first women’s football content, and an updated tactical system.

[October 10, 2025, 13:54]

“Mecha Force” Receives Major Update with Added Long-Range Weapons and Robot Anime-Inspired Gear; Training Room and Rematch Feature Implemented

MING STUDIO has today released a major update for “Mecha Force -Mechaforce-”. This update introduces new long-range weapons, along with arms reminiscent of those seen in robot anime and games. Additionally, players can now interact with the heroine Maki, while also gaining access to a training room, seven difficulty levels, and a rematch function.

[October 10, 2025, 13:49]

After a Year and Four Months of Early Access, “Hades II” Officially Launches—What I Want to Share with Players About This Joyful Underworld Loop

After 1 year and 4 months of early access, “Hades II” has finally reached its official release. The game’s core loop—dying repeatedly, growing stronger each time, then trying again—is surprisingly enjoyable! Although the original legendary title raised high expectations, how does this sequel deliver? Let’s explore the journey so far and what makes this game compelling.

[October 9, 2025, 8:00]

The Remaining Days of Dying Robots Are in Your Hands. SF Adventure Game “BatteryNote” Released on Steam Today

room6 announced today that the PC software “BatteryNote,” developed by 72studio, has officially launched on Steam. This game is a science fiction adventure where players recharge broken-down robots and interact with them. The protagonist—a mechanical scrap who awakens from cryosleep—finds themselves unexpectedly facing three nearly-dead robots.

[October 10, 2025, 13:02]

Interesting Ideas, but Poor Synergy? The Exceptional Concepts Behind “Hotel Barcelona” and How Their Combination Creates an Uniquely Addictive Experience

On September 26, 2025, the 2D action adventure game “Hotel Barcelona,” a collaboration between game creators SWERY and Suwa Gouichi, was released. While its eccentric nature had been hinted at previously, what direction does it truly take? We played through the final version to find out.

[October 8, 2025, 18:00]

“Game Shop Decline,” a Business Simulation Game Tracing Video Game Industry History, Releases Demo on Steam; Experience 25 Years of History from the Store Manager’s Perspective

RobStudio announced today that it has released a demo version of its PC game “Game Shop Decline” on Steam. This simulation game traces the history of the video game industry. Players take on the role of a store manager, reliving 25 years—from 1985 to 2010. The demo includes the first three years of gameplay.

[October 10, 2025, 11:28]

Deck-Building Roguelite Game “Runeborn,” Featuring Magical Slots to Crush Enemies, Begins Early Access on Steam; Development Roadmap Published

Astrolabe Games has today launched early access for its PC strategy game “Runeborn” on Steam. This roguelite blends deck-building mechanics with slot machine dynamics. Players use the magical slot device “The Rune Grimoire” to obliterate corrupted “dark minions.”

[October 10, 2025, 10:50]

“Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector” to Receive Japanese Language Update on October 30

Fellow Traveller announced today (October 9, 2025) that the Japanese language update for “Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector,” currently available on Steam, will be released on October 30. The update—originally scheduled for later in 2025—is being launched earlier. It will also become available for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch versions in Japan.

[October 9, 2025, 11:24]

“Tekken 8” New Character “Armorking” Pre-Play Video Released on 4Gamer’s Official YouTube Channel

Bandai Namco Entertainment released a pre-play video of the new character “Armorking” for the ongoing fighting game “Tekken 8” on the official 4Gamer YouTube channel. Watch how he breaks forbidden techniques and resolves to live by his “evil way”—a bold declaration of battle.

[October 9, 2025, 10:00]

“Truckful,” a Driving Adventure Game Where You Transport Various Cargo, Releases Demo on Steam; Master the Wobbly Old Truck with Physics-Based Mechanics

PocketPair announced today (October 9, 2025) that it has released a demo version of the new PC game “Truckful,” developed by Polish studio MythicOwl, on Steam. The company also revealed plans to support all 30 languages including Japanese.

[October 9, 2025, 22:50]

“Sonic Racing Crossworld” Releases First Paid DLC “Minecraft” Today

Sega announced today (October 9, 2025) that the first paid DLC for “Sonic Racing Crossworld,” titled “Minecraft,” is now available. This DLC introduces characters such as Steve, Alex, and Creepers as racers, along with a new course themed after Minecraft: “Minecraft World.”

[October 9, 2025, 15:48]

“Call of Duty: Black Ops 7” — Only 1.2% of Matches Had Cheaters During Open Beta; 98.8% Were Clean

Activision announced today (October 9, 2025) that it has released a report on cheating for the open beta test of “Call of Duty: Black Ops 7” (PC / PS5 / Xbox Series X|S / PS4 / Xbox One). The percentage of matches free from cheaters reached 97.5% on day one and climbed to 98.8% by day five.

[October 9, 2025, 15:05]

“Embrace the Brilliance,” a Gem-Setting Simulation Game, Released on Steam; Create Diverse Jewelry from Simple Rings to Grand Crowns

Synk & Feel announced today that its PC game “Embrace the Brilliance” is now available. This simulation game centers around gem setting—players skillfully manipulate diamonds and rubies to craft diverse jewelry, ranging from simple rings to grand crowns. The game supports multiplayer for up to four players.

[October 8, 2025, 14:14]