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Review: Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard From Vampire Survivors (Switch) - An Expert Adaptation Of ExcessVampire Crawlers, the latest game from Vampire Survivors studio Poncle, successfully adapts the survival sensation into a deckbuilder. While it introduces new mechanics like card combos and evolutions, it retains the familiar progression and unlock systems of its predecessor. Despite some minor bugs and UI challenges, the game offers a deep and engaging experience, particularly on the Nintendo Switch in handheld mode.
Vampire Crawlers review - the not quite a sequel to Vampire SurvivorsVampire Crawlers is a follow-up to the indie hit Vampire Survivors, shifting to a deck-building dungeon crawler genre while retaining similar low-tech graphics and addictive gameplay. Developed by poncle and published by Nosebleed Interactive, it offers a deceptively deep experience with a fast pace and charming presentation, available on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Review: Vampire Crawlers Adds Wizardry RPG Elements to Vampire SurvivorsVampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, a spin-off from Vampire Survivors, successfully blends its predecessor's addictive gameplay with elements of classic first-person dungeon-crawlers like Wizardry and roguelike deckbuilding. Developed by Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, the game features familiar characters and mechanics while introducing new strategic depth through card-based combat and dungeon exploration. It is set to release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC on April 21, 2026.- Vampire Crawlers review – New perspective, same utterly addicting loopVampire Crawlers, a spin-off from the developer of Vampire Survivors, offers a new first-person dungeon crawler and roguelike card battler experience that retains the addicting core loop of its predecessor. While featuring familiar characters and abilities from Vampire Survivors, it introduces a turn-based, card-based battle system and a deep progression system for deck customization. The game is praised for its satisfying gameplay, low price point, and potential for extensive replayability.
The first Vampire Survivors spin-off struggles to capture the same magicVampire Crawlers, a roguelike deckbuilder spin-off of Vampire Survivors, struggles to capture the magic of its predecessor due to repetitive gameplay and a flawed difficulty curve. While there are moments of fun, particularly later in the game with more complex card synergies, the early hours are often a grind. The game is available on PC, with reviewers testing it on the ASUS ROG Ally and Steam Deck.- Vampire Crawlers release countdown: Exact date and timeVampire Crawlers, developed by Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, is set to release worldwide on April 21st. The game is a turn-based deck builder with roguelite elements, featuring card combos and dungeon exploration. A free demo is currently available on Steam.
Vampire Crawlers Switch 2 Listing Pops Up On eShopA listing for Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard has appeared on the Nintendo eShop for the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2, priced identically to the current Switch version. The developer, Poncle, has been contacted for more information regarding potential upgrades or save data transfer.
Nintendo Download: 16th April (North America)The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a variety of new games to the eShop. Titles include the life simulation game Tomodachi Life, the sci-fi action-adventure PRAGMATA, and the unique first-person shooter MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, among many other indie releases.- Vampire Crawlers Theme Song by Yoko Shimomura Revealed Ahead of LaunchDeveloper poncle has revealed that Yoko Shimomura, known for her work on Kingdom Hearts, composed the main theme song for the upcoming Vampire Survivors spinoff, Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard. The game is a roguelike deckbuilder featuring turn-based combat and dungeon exploration, set to launch on April 21, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and later for iOS and Android. It will also be available on Xbox Game Pass on day one.
- NEW GAME PLUS RETURNS NEXT WEEK WITH 100 PLAYABLE GAMES, INDUSTRY TALKS, INTERNATIONAL SHOWCASES, AND MUCH MORENew Game Plus, a major games showcase and industry event, will take place on April 16-17, 2026, at Exhibition White City in London. The event will feature 100 playable games from independent developers and publishers, alongside talks from industry leaders like King, CCP Games, and Larian Studios. It also includes international showcases from Japan and Italy, and educational programming for students.
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 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.- 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.
- PONCLE KEYNOTE LEADS EXPANDED B2B PROGRAMME AT LONDON GAMES FESTIVALThe London Games Festival has expanded its B2B program, featuring a keynote from Poncle, the studio behind Vampire Survivors. The event includes a two-day Games Finance Market with £247 million in potential investment, a Self-Publishing Toolkit live session, and the first Games For Change London Summit focused on social impact through games. A 'Games meets film' convergence event, Screen Play, will also explore collaborations between creative industries.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of April 2026April 2026 is set to be a busy month for game releases, featuring highly anticipated titles across various genres. Notable releases include Starfield and Saros for PlayStation 5, the tactical stealth game Darwin's Paradox, and the fighting game Invincible VS. The month also offers a diverse range of indie titles and niche genres, ensuring something for every player.
Best New Xbox And Game Pass Games For April 2026April 2026 will see a diverse range of new games released for Xbox and PC, with many titles also launching day one on Game Pass. Notable releases include the roguelike Hades II, the cyberpunk action platformer REPLACED, and the unique word game Beyond Words. The month offers a variety of genres, from RPGs and survival horror to simulation and fighting games, ensuring something for every player.
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors arrives April 21Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, a deck-building spin-off of Vampire Survivors, will launch on April 21st for PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation, with mobile versions planned for 2026. Developed by poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, the game features turn-based combat, rogue-lite elements, and a higher price point than its predecessor due to its more traditional production.- Vampire Crawlers gets April release datePoncle announced that the Vampire Survivors spin-off will be released in April. The game is a roguelike with a focus on survival.
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard Release Date SetThe new Vampire Survivors spin-off, Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, is set to release on April 21, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with mobile ports planned for a later date. The game will cost $9.99 and will be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch. A new trailer showcases gameplay, and product pages are available on the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam for wishlisting.