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Vampire Survivors Dev Doesn't Need to @ Us, It's Working on 15 ProjectsPoncle, the developer behind Vampire Survivors, clarified that it is working on 15 projects, not necessarily 15 distinct games. These projects include DLC, free updates, and published titles, with new studios opened in Italy and Japan to increase output. Vampire Survivors has surpassed 27 million players, and its engine has been shared with Auroch Digital for the development of Warhammer Survivors.
Warhammer Survivors Reveals the Mighty Ork Menace and Xbox Series X|S Launch in 2026Warhammer Survivors, a fast-paced roguelite game featuring iconic Warhammer champions, is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S in 2026. The game will include various Ork enemies, such as Killa Kans, Lootas, and Big Meks. Players will choose from a roster of champions to battle endless waves of enemies from the Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar universes.
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War reviewStarship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War is a dull and uninspired first-person shooter that fails to capture the wit of its source material. The game suffers from low enemy density, repetitive objectives, and a lack of engaging combat mechanics, making it a disappointing experience despite its PC platform release.
More than 20 classic Warhammer and WH40K games just came to Steam, 7 of them for the first time everGames Workshop and SNEG have launched the Warhammer Classics label on Steam, bringing over 20 classic Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000 games to PC. Seven of these titles are making their Steam debut, with efforts made to ensure they run smoothly on modern hardware. The initiative aims to preserve and celebrate the legacy of these foundational games.
Triple-i Initiative Showcase had some really incredible announcements - a roundupThe Triple-i Initiative Showcase featured numerous announcements for indie games, including new reveals, release dates, and DLC. Several titles like Alabaster Dawn, Alkahest, and Away Team were highlighted, with many set to enter Early Access or launch in the coming months. The showcase also included updates for existing games such as Barotrauma and Brotato.- Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! Review - Impulse GamerAuroch Digital, known for Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, has released Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War!. This review from Impulse Gamer covers the action-packed title.
Warhammer Brings Its Own 'Vampire Survivors' Game To Switch 1 & 2 This YearWarhammer Survivors, a new roguelike game developed by Auroch Digital in partnership with Warhammer and poncle, is set to release on Nintendo Switch later this year. The game draws inspiration from Vampire Survivors, featuring characters and weapons from the Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar universes.
Warhammer Survivors Coming to PS5, Xbox, Switch, and PC Later This YearWarhammer Survivors is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC later this year. The roguelite survivors game, set in the Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: Age of Sigmar universes, will feature new characters, weapons, and an Ork enemy faction including Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka as a boss.
Warhammer Copies Vampire Survivors' Homework in Brand New Bullet Heaven PS5 GameWarhammer Survivors, a new PlayStation 5 game developed by Auroch Digital, is set to launch later this year. The title utilizes the same engine as Vampire Survivors and features characters from Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar in a roguelite horde survival format.
Warhammer Survivors is also stomping onto consoles later this yearAuroch Digital announced that Warhammer Survivors, a Warhammer-themed take on Vampire Survivors utilizing its engine, will be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch later this year, in addition to its previously announced Steam release. The game will feature characters and weapons from the Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar universes.- A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap BelowThe Triple-i Initiative showcase featured announcements for over 40 games, including new reveals, DLC, and release dates. Many of the showcased titles are available as demos or playtests on Steam until April 16. The event highlighted a diverse range of indie games across various genres.
- Warhammer Survivors coming to consolesAuroch Digital announced that Warhammer Survivors, a fast-paced roguelite, will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC later this year. The game will feature new playable characters from the Warhammer 40,000 universe, devastating new weapons, and the Ork faction as a new enemy type, including the boss Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka.
Warhammer Survivors coming to Nintendo Switch 2, SwitchAuroch Digital announced that Warhammer Survivors will be released on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The roguelite game features characters and weapons from the Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: Age of Sigmar universes, with players battling endless swarms of enemies.
The FPS skybox is underappreciated, so let's appreciate someThis opinion piece argues that the skybox, a crucial element in first-person shooters, is an underappreciated aspect of game design. The author highlights several games with exceptional skyboxes, from classic titles like Halo to modern releases like Doom Eternal, suggesting that artistic skyboxes can be more impactful than pure photorealism.- Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War launch trailer – throwback first-person shooter on Nintendo Switch 2Dotemu and Auroch Digital have released the launch trailer for Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War, a new throwback first-person shooter. The game is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch and features a relentless invasion by the Arachnid menace.
- A retro Starship Troopers shooter, a video store sim and other new indie games worth checking outThis roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games, including the retro first-person shooter Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War!, the video store simulation Retro Rewind, and the narrative game In Their Shoes. Other featured titles include the roguelike deckbuilder World's Goodest Pup, the comedy adventure Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime, and the action platformer Dark Scrolls.
- Starship Troopers Ultimate Bug War Review – Do you want to know more?Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War, developed by Auroch Digital, offers a familiar first-person shooter experience reminiscent of Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun but with a greater sense of fragility. The game features a distinctive visual style contrasting 2D sprites with 3D bugs and includes voice work from original movie star Casper Van Dien as General Johnny Rico. While the core gameplay loop involves fending off swarms of bugs and completing objectives, the experience is hampered by repetitive environments, unsatisfying gunplay, and a poorly implemented mode where players can control bugs.
New PS5 Sci-Fi Shooter Gets Strong Reviews, Out Now on PS StoreStarship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War!, a new retro-styled sci-fi shooter from Auroch Digital, Dotemu, and Game Source Entertainment, is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game has received strong reviews, with critics praising its entertaining retro feel, design choices, and the unique ability to play as the Arachnid Menace. While not pushing the genre forward, it offers a fun and entertaining experience for fans of the franchise.- Co-Op Action Roguelite Shape of Dreams Receives Version 1.2 UpdateShape of Dreams has received its 1.2 update, introducing new skins, the "Omen of Pain, Corrupted Chaos" event with new challenges and rewards, and additional shrines, cosmetics, and constellations. The co-op action roguelite is available on PC via Steam, with NEOWIZ offering discounts on other titles during the Steam Spring Sale.
The King is Watching Crowns of History DLC Now AvailableThe roguelite kingdom builder The King is Watching has received its Crowns of History DLC, adding three new rulers: Cleopatra, Taizong of Tang, and Xerxes, each with unique mechanics. Alongside the DLC, a free Dark Realm update introduces a new map and improvements. The game is available on PC via Steam.