Lucky Pikinini Expands Story-Driven Action Game Catalog on Steam

Independent developer releases new title IMS Intelligence Corp, plans to grow existing franchises and introduce new ones.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Independent PC game developer Lucky Tlhalerwa, known publicly as Lucky Pikinini, has announced the expansion of its multi-year catalog of story-driven action titles released on Steam. The developer has published six games since 2017, focusing on large-scale single-player experiences that combine multiple gameplay mechanics, survival elements, and ongoing post-launch updates. The latest release, IMS Intelligence Corp, launched in January 2026 and reflects the developer's commitment to narrative progression, varied mechanics, and long-term support for its games.

Why it matters

In an industry increasingly focused on multiplayer-first design, Lucky Pikinini's emphasis on story-driven single-player action experiences sets it apart. The developer's approach of layering diverse gameplay systems and survival modes aims to provide players with meaningful variety and replayability, rather than repetitive combat loops.

The details

Lucky Pikinini's latest release, IMS Intelligence Corp, is a third-person and first-person storytelling action game for Windows PC that expands the broader Super Incursion / IMS universe. The developer plans to continue growing existing franchises while introducing new ones, such as the upcoming Earth Lightning Force series centered on a super-powered soldier named Cadmiss McCurdy, with a first release targeted for late 2026 or early 2027.

  • Lucky Pikinini began game development in 2017.
  • The developer's latest release, IMS Intelligence Corp, launched worldwide on January 26, 2026.
  • The first release of the upcoming Earth Lightning Force series is targeted for late 2026 or early 2027.

The players

Lucky Tlhalerwa

Also known publicly as Lucky Pikinini, he is an independent PC game developer and comic creator focused on story-driven action titles.

IMS Intelligence Corp

The latest release from Lucky Pikinini, positioned as a large-scale third-person and first-person storytelling action game for Microsoft Windows PC.

Earth Lightning Force

An upcoming story-driven action game franchise from Lucky Pikinini, centered on a super-powered soldier named Cadmiss McCurdy.

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What they’re saying

“Story-driven action games still matter, especially when players can experiment with different mechanics and strategies instead of being pushed into one repetitive loop. My goal is to keep raising quality with each release, such as better graphics, stronger gameplay, fewer bugs, and storytelling that feels worth the time – all while continuing to support games with updates after launch.”

— Lucky Pikinini

What’s next

The first release of the upcoming Earth Lightning Force series is targeted for late 2026 or early 2027.

The takeaway

Lucky Pikinini's focus on story-driven single-player action experiences with layered gameplay systems and survival modes provides an alternative to the industry's increasing emphasis on multiplayer-first design. The developer's commitment to quality, ongoing support, and franchise-building approach aims to deliver meaningful variety and replayability for players.