PC Gamer’s picks from the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct 2026 highlight a broad mix of upcoming PC games, expansions and demos. The event featured 36 games and downloadable-content announcements, including 13 world premieres, giving players a preview of releases across horror, strategy, co-operative, role-playing and simulation genres.

– Stronghold 4 returns the castle-building series after 15 years, while Thief: The Dark Project Remastered received a gameplay-focused trailer.
– Neon Abyss 2, Mycopunk and Core Keeper announced major updates or imminent launches, with Core Keeper’s update adding mounts, a new biome and hydras.
– Horror was prominent through Tenebris Somnia, Night Plane, Dust till Dawn and Escape From Playtime.
– Loftia, Young Suns and Hello Sunshine offer more relaxed or exploratory experiences, while Wane and Beautiful Freaks of the Desert were among the world premieres.
– Several games already have Steam demos or playtests, and announced release dates range from September 2026 to early 2027.