Everything Announced at tinyBuild Connect 2024

tinyBuild Connect 2024 delivered a packed 20-minute showcase, unveiling exciting new details and trailers for a diverse range of upcoming games. From multiplayer horror to cozy survival, the event covered a broad spectrum of genres, promising something for every gamer.

Level Zero: Extraction

This multiplayer extraction horror game, set in a mysterious world, featured a short teaser at the event, teasing a potential larger reveal at the PC Gaming Show. Players can choose to play as human mercenaries or alien monsters, battling in intense extraction scenarios. The game promises a thrilling experience combining elements of Tarkov and Alien: Isolation. Early hands-on impressions suggest a compelling blend of action and survival.

Sand

First showcased last year, Sand received significant attention during the Connect. This PvPvE extraction shooter pits players against each other and environmental challenges on a post-apocalyptic desert planet. Players traverse the world aboard powerful mechanical walkers called “Tramplers,” engage in skirmishes on foot and in vehicles, and search for loot before exiting the planet. The announcement of a summer beta is a clear indication of the game’s imminent release, inviting players to get involved from the ground up.

Duckside

Players take on the role of a feathered friend in this unique persistent survival game, featuring PvP and PvE elements, crafting, and base-building. The game’s appeal stems from its unique perspective and quirky presentation. The recent beta, with over 150,000 participants, highlights a strong player base eager to engage in the feathered battles. Another open playtest, slated for June 6th, offers a further opportunity for aspiring duck warriors to hone their skills.

Kingmakers

Kingmakers, a third-person shooter and real-time strategy hybrid, set in medieval Europe, captivated viewers. Players, as time-traveling soldiers with advanced weapons, take on the formidable task of altering history to secure the future. The game’s trailer, garnering over 11 million views on iGV’s social channels, underscores its massive popularity. The announcement of a Steam Early Access launch later this year promises a near-term experience for those eager to test their historical meddling skills.

Drill Core

This strategic colony sim game, Drill Core, challenges players to manage resource extraction and worker allocation on alien planets. Players must balance the desire for efficiency with the safety of their crew, choosing between aggressive exploitation or prioritising defense. A newly available playtest on Steam provides immediate access, empowering players to experience the game’s unique gameplay loop before its full launch.

The King Is Watching

Players take on the role of micromanagers in this kingdom-building rogue-lite, The King Is Watching. This strategic game requires players to manage their kingdom’s resources, but with a unique twist. The king’s servants only act when he’s watching. This detail adds an intriguing dynamic to the gameplay. A demo is readily available on Steam, letting players experience the game’s quirky gameplay before the official release.

Rawmen

Rawmen, a food-themed multiplayer arena shooter, promises a light-hearted approach to combat. Players clash using diverse culinary weapons, unleashing everything from mackerel-wielding attacks to sausage-shooting miniguns. The free-to-play model on the Epic Games Store adds to its appeal, attracting a wider audience. The release on July 23rd marks an exciting date for fans of this innovative and humorous genre.

Voin

The fast-paced action-RPG, Voin, focuses on fierce melee combat. Players engage in brutal hack-and-slash encounters with hordes of enemies. Players can now engage with the updated game demo on Steam. This revised version allows players to experience the latest features and improvements before the game’s official release.

Astor: Blade of the Monolith

Astor: Blade of the Monolith, an action-RPG, immerses players in a vibrant, colorful world. Astor, the warrior, embarks on a quest to uncover secrets behind a cataclysmic event. This colourful world promises a rich narrative. The game’s May 30th release date across multiple platforms (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch) makes it one of the most anticipated releases of the month.

Streets of Rogue 2

Streets of Rogue 2, the eagerly awaited sequel, delivers a compelling sandbox RPG experience. Players navigate a procedurally generated world, aiming to overthrow a corrupt president. This strategic adventure offers various approaches to success, from combat to subterfuge, solo or in co-op. A PC Gaming Show announcement is scheduled for June 9th, promising a more comprehensive unveiling of this eagerly-anticipated sequel.

Train Valley World

The third instalment in the Train Valley series, Train Valley World, expands upon the original experience. Players build and manage intricate railway networks across the globe. The game’s August release date solidifies its presence on the horizon. The global scale of the game provides ample opportunity for players to display their railroad-building prowess.

I Am Future

I Am Future, a cozy survival game, receives a significant update. This single-player game focuses on establishing a resilient settlement on a rooftop skyscraper. The update brings a gym-themed area, a new weather system, and numerous quality-of-life improvements, including the highly-anticipated cheese trees. This update makes the game even more compelling for fans of the survival genre, with the promise of comfort and an abundance of cheesy goodness.

Not For Broadcast

Not For Broadcast, a unique FMV propaganda simulator, is poised to wrap up its storyline. The final DLC is set to deliver a complete narrative arc, uniting the news team in an intriguing time-bending mystery. This unique format provides a compelling and narrative-rich experience.

Punch Club 2

Punch Club 2 expands with the “Iron Fist” DLC. This new storyline introduces a robot league, skills, and a new tech tree. Players will manage their workshop, train a robotic fighter, and navigate the Secret Robo Society in an attempt to save humanity from an impending AI threat. This humorous and engaging DLC further enriches the game’s existing content.