tinyBuild Connect 2026 delivered a broad mix of new game announcements, release dates, demos and updates across the publisher’s upcoming and existing lineup.
The showcase introduced two new projects while also giving fresh details on games such as Kingmakers, Graveyard Keeper 2, Hull Rupture, Trainfort and The King is Watching.
Several previously released titles also received new content, console versions or quality of life improvements.
| Game | Main announcement |
|---|---|
| Kingmakers | New 10 minute gameplay deep dive |
| Graveyard Keeper 2 | Updated demo, launches September 22 |
| The Crab is Walking | Newly announced roguelite kingdom builder |
| Road to Jukai | New name, 2027 release, playtest available |
| Probably Stolen | Launches October 28 |
| Hull Rupture | Launches November 4 |
| THE LIFT | New story trailer, arriving in 2027 |
| Trainfort | New playtest announced |
| Hozy | Three free levels and console ports |
| The King is Watching | Steam Deck focused update |
Kingmakers gets one of its biggest gameplay showcases yet
Kingmakers received a new 10 minute gameplay presentation that offered a closer look at its story and mechanics.
The game has faced several delays, but tinyBuild says it is still heading toward an Early Access launch on Steam.
The latest demonstration appears intended to show that development is moving forward and that the project is getting closer to public release.
No exact Early Access date was provided.
Graveyard Keeper 2 launches on September 22
Graveyard Keeper 2 now has an updated demo available on Steam and consoles.
Progress from the demo can carry over into the full game when it launches on September 22, 2026.
The sequel continues the medieval management formula of the original game, with players developing and automating their own graveyard operation.
The Crab is Walking is a new roguelite kingdom builder
One of the completely new announcements was The Crab is Walking.
The project comes from the developers of The King is Watching and continues their interest in roguelite strategy and kingdom building.
This time, however, bases are built on the backs of giant crustaceans.
The unusual premise gives the game a clear identity while keeping some of the broader design ideas associated with the developer’s earlier work.
Road to Jukai returns under a new name
Road to Jukai was previously known as Silent Road.
The psychological horror game combines taxi driving with a darker narrative setting and is now targeting a 2027 release.
A playtest is already available on Steam, giving interested players an early opportunity to experience the project.
Probably Stolen launches in October
Probably Stolen: Cyberpunk Shopkeeper Sim will launch on October 28.
The game places you in charge of a shop operating inside a dystopian cyberpunk world.
Players will have to deal with economic, political and legal pressures while selling goods of questionable origin.
A demo is already available.
Hull Rupture arrives on November 4
Hull Rupture received a November 4 release date alongside an updated demo.
The game combines spaceship management, roguelite systems, base management and tower defence.
Players explore space while managing their ship and pursuing a story centred on revenge.
THE LIFT gets a new story trailer
THE LIFT is still planned for 2027 and received a new story focused trailer during the showcase.
The game mixes ordinary handyman and repair tasks with supernatural elements.
Its world draws inspiration from Soviet era environments and the type of strange containment fiction associated with SCP style stories.
Trainfort opens another playtest
Trainfort is a four player online cooperative survival game where players build and maintain a moving base on a train.
tinyBuild announced another playtest, although the game still does not have a confirmed release date.
The project combines survival crafting, open world exploration and cooperative base management.
Hozy receives free content and console versions
Hozy has received a free Hideaways update on PC and Mac.
The expansion adds three new levels.
The relaxing house decoration game is also being brought to Xbox Series consoles, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
Players clean, paint and redecorate damaged homes rather than focusing on combat or progression driven systems.
Of Ash and Steel is expanding with magic
Of Ash and Steel is getting a new DLC called Shattered Faith.
The expansion will introduce a more complete magic system.
The base game is also being ported to Xbox Series X and S and PlayStation 5.
Several released games also received updates
Ferocious has now launched on Xbox Series X and S and PlayStation 5 after its earlier PC release.
ReStory has passed 500,000 copies sold and will receive new content on September 21, including another device, a new character and additional story material.
SAND: Raiders of Sophie is getting a larger content update later in September.
Happy’s Humble Burger Cult has added two new restaurants and a team based PvP mode called Trial by Fryer.
Drill Core has received an anniversary update focused on quality of life improvements.
The King is Watching also received a notable Steam Deck update, with a redesigned interface and added gamepad support intended to improve the handheld experience.
Overall, tinyBuild Connect 2026 focused more on steady expansion than a small number of major reveals, with new projects, confirmed release dates and updates spread across a wide range of genres.
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