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Vampire Survivors spinoff Vampire Crawlers is coming to PC and consoles on April 21
Vampire Crawlers, a spinoff of Vampire Survivors developed by Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, will launch on PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch on April 21 for $10. The game will also be available on Xbox Game Pass on day one, with mobile versions for iOS and Android planned for later in the year. This roguelike deckbuilder features a first-person perspective and card-based combat.
Vampire Crawlers release date is in for Nintendo Switch, new trailer
Vampire Crawlers, the turn-based, card-driven roguelite follow-up to Vampire Survivors, will launch on April 21, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and other platforms. Developed by Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, the game features deck-building, dungeon crawling, and snowballing turn-based combat.
Vampire Crawlers Launches April 21, Coming to Game Pass Day One
Developer poncle announced that Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard will launch on April 21, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game will be available on Xbox Game Pass on day one, with mobile versions to follow. Vampire Crawlers is a roguelike deckbuilder featuring grid-based dungeons and a unique turn-based combat system.
Clair Obscur and Dispatch lead BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead the BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations with 12 and nine nods respectively. A total of 42 titles received nominations across various categories, with Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Arc Raiders also securing multiple nominations. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17, 2026, in London.
BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations revealed, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads in nine categories
The nominations for the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards have been revealed, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading with 12 nominations, including Best Game. Other notable nominees for Best Game include Dispatch and Ghost of Yōtei. The awards ceremony will take place on April 17, 2026, in London.
Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweep
The nominations for the Bafta Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, matching its record at The Game Awards. Dispatch and Arc Raiders also received multiple nominations, including for Best Game. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17.
Vampire Crawlers turns Vampire Survivors into a dungeon-crawling card game with mixed success
Vampire Crawlers attempts to translate the addictive gameplay of Vampire Survivors into a first-person dungeon-crawling card game. While it captures some of the spirit and offers familiar nods, the turn-based card combat mechanics create a stop-start experience that lacks the real-time, overwhelming enemy swarm feel of its predecessor. Developed by Nosebleed with input from Vampire Survivors creator Poncle, the game shows promise but feels somewhat fractured between its two genres.
Vampire Crawlers from the Vampire Survivor dev is promising but not quite there yet
Vampire Crawlers, a spin-off from Vampire Survivors, is available as a demo during Steam Next Fest. While the card-based combat and potential for overpowered combinations are engaging, the core dungeon crawling aspect is described as boring and lacking discovery. The game is easy to pick up, but its current state may not appeal to all players, though future development could change this.
The Best Nintendo Switch Games In 2026
This guide highlights the best games available on the Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Switch 2, covering a variety of genres and including both first-party and third-party titles. The list aims to showcase the diverse and high-quality catalog of games on Nintendo's hybrid systems, with a focus on titles that offer unique experiences or represent the pinnacle of their respective genres.
The Best Co-Op Games To Play Right Now
This guide highlights the best co-op games available now, featuring a wide range of genres and platforms. It emphasizes the unique social enjoyment and replayability that cooperative gameplay offers, distinguishing itself from single-player experiences by focusing on current, widely accessible titles rather than an all-time ranking.