{
  "id": 14975917,
  "title": "6 Newly Announced Games You Need to Add to Your Steam Wishlist",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/6-newly-announced-games-you-need-to-add-to-your-steam-wishlist",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-16T15:00:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Polygon",
    "slug": "polygon",
    "url": "https://www.polygon.com/wishlister-october-16/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Triple-i Initiative, a gaming event dedicated to showcasing independent titles, recently featured a lineup of 40 games in a 45-minute stream. While familiar games such as The Talos Principle 3 and Pony Island 2: Panda Circus received updates, several newly announced indie titles also caught the attention of viewers. Among these fresh releases, six stand out as particularly noteworthy additions to any Steam wishlist.\n\nAmanita Design, known for their critically acclaimed puzzle-adventure games, is set to release Machinarium 2, a sequel to their 2009 hit. This follow-up promises to maintain the series' signature hand-drawn art style, ensuring an equally visually stunning experience.\n\nJiaohun, the developer behind the unsettling debut trailer, is working on a psychological horror game titled \"12AM Blackout.\" The game appears to be a surreal exploration of hell, designed for those seeking a more intense take on the Silent Hill franchise.\n\n\"Militsioner\" is a unique stealth game developed by Mouthwashing publisher Critical Reflex. The game's premise revolves around evading a colossal cop that dominates a city, offering players a fresh perspective on stealth gameplay.\n\nLazare's Sacrifice, a collaboration between developer Lazare and Gwent creator Damien Monnier, is a card-battling game that tells the story of the French Revolution. This innovative twist on Gwent promises an immersive experience blending history and strategy.\n\n\"Prison of Husks,\" a Soulslike game developed by Glass Head Dolls, appears to be a demake of a FromSoftware title. The game's fuzzy polygon aesthetic gives it a dreamy, nostalgic feel reminiscent of games from the PlayStation 2 era.\n\nFinally, Strange Scaffold's upcoming turn-based strategy game, \"Gods With Badges,\" addresses contemporary issues surrounding policing and the heavy responsibilities that come with authority. This thought-provoking title offers a fresh take on the tactics genre.",
  "summary": "Following a loaded Triple-i Initiative showcase, we've got some fresh indies to add to your Steam wishlist.",
  "key_points": [
    "Amanita Design's Machinarium 2 sequel announced for Steam",
    "Jiaohun developing psychological horror game 12AM Blackout",
    "Militsioner stealth game by Critical Reflex for unique gameplay"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}