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Everything announced at the Future Games Show Summer Showcase: Every Announcement, trailer and Release date
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase 2026 featured over 70 announcements, including world premieres, gameplay reveals, and release dates for titles like ACE COMBAT 8: Wings of Theve, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and EXODUS. The event also highlighted numerous indie titles and provided updates on existing games such as Little Nightmares III: The Backstage and PowerWash Simulator 2. The showcase covered a wide range of genres and platforms, offering a glimpse into upcoming releases for PC and consoles.
Vampire Survivors has a free content expansion, plus a Legacy of the Bloodmoon DLC in Summer 2026
Developer poncle has released a free content update for Vampire Survivors, version 1.15, which includes major quality-of-life improvements, new content like stages and characters, and various tweaks. Additionally, the 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC was announced for Summer 2026, serving as an expansion to 'Legacy of the Moonspell'. poncle also revealed plans for a new studio in Japan headed by Sawaki Takeyasu and a lineup of 'Survivaton' games.
Poncle Reveals New Vampire Survivors Content, Expansion Pack, ‘Survivaton’ Lineup, and Japan Studio
Indie studio poncle announced a new expansion for Vampire Survivors, titled Legacy of the Bloodmoon, set to release this summer. The studio also introduced 'Survivaton,' a new label for its Survivor-inspired projects, and revealed the establishment of a new Japan studio led by Sawaki Takeyasu. A free update, Patch 1.15, is also available today on Steam, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version planned.
Vampire Survivors getting a Nintendo Switch 2 version
Poncle has announced that Vampire Survivors is receiving a dedicated version for the Nintendo Switch 2, which will feature improved performance and optional mouse support. The game is already available on the original Nintendo Switch and is playable on the Switch 2 via backwards compatibility. This news follows recent updates regarding the game's 1.15 patch and the Legacy of the Bloodmoon expansion.
Vampire Survivors Announces Switch 2 Version, New DLC And Name Update
Poncle has announced a new chapter for Vampire Survivors, including a Nintendo Switch 2 version with improved performance and mouse support. The 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC will launch this summer with new characters, weapons, and a stage, while the base game will be renamed to 'Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton' as part of the new 'Survivaton' initiative. Additionally, a new Japanese subsidiary, Poncle Japan, has been established.
Next Vampire Survivors DLC Expansion Is Legacy of the Bloodmoon
Poncle has announced a new DLC expansion for Vampire Survivors, titled Legacy of the Bloodmoon, which will feature new characters, weapons, and a new stage called Red Moon Manor XL. The DLC is slated for release in 2026 and will be available on all platforms, including PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and mobile devices. The announcement was made during the Future Games Show Summer Showcase, with a trailer and Steam page providing further details.
Some but not all Vampire Survivors spin-offs are 'Survivatons,' its creator has decided, and one will be…
Vampire Survivors creator Luca Galante has decided that some, but not all, spin-off games will be called 'Survivatons.' The first official 'Survivaton' is set to be revealed soon, and the original Vampire Survivors will be renamed 'Vampire Survivors - First Survivaton.' Additionally, a new small add-on for the original game, 'Vampire Survivors: Legacy of the Blood Moon,' has been announced, and a new Japanese subsidiary, Poncle Japan, has been established.
Vampire Survivors announces big 1.15 update
Poncle has announced a major 1.15 update for Vampire Survivors, which will be released on Nintendo Switch this summer. The update includes a new underwater stage called Lycaeum, new weapons, a character selection filter, stability and performance improvements, and over 80 bug fixes.
Microsoft and Valve sued, PlayStation's first party downturn, and could a UK social media ban impact games? - Patch Notes #55
Microsoft and Valve are facing a lawsuit alleging collusion on PC game pricing and release dates. Separately, PlayStation's first-party game sales have declined since 2020, and Nintendo will comply with EU regulations requiring replaceable batteries in hardware. A potential UK social media ban could also extend to video game platforms.
Vampire Survivors' Poncle is expanding into Japan
Vampire Survivors developer Poncle is establishing a new studio in Japan, led by Crim CEO Sawaki Takeyasu. Founder Luca Galante expressed admiration for Japanese games and aims to foster a creative environment for developers. Poncle is also expanding its publishing division and opening a studio in Italy.
poncle to establish Japan studio led by El Shaddai creator Sawaki Takeyasu
Vampire Survivors developer poncle is establishing a new studio in Japan, led by Sawaki Takeyasu, the creator of El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron. This move aims to foster closer collaboration with Japanese talent and expand poncle's global development capabilities.
Play the Warhammer Survivors demo
A demo for Warhammer Survivors, a roguelite game featuring characters from Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: Age of Sigmar, is now available on Steam. The full game is set to launch in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and mobile platforms. The article details new enemy factions, playable characters, and stages.
Vampire Crawlers Review - Cards against the undead horde
Vampire Crawlers offers a strategic take on the roguelike genre by transforming weapons into cards with mana costs, differentiating it from its inspiration, Vampire Survivors. While the game provides a deeper strategic experience with its deckbuilding and combat planning, it suffers from a barebones tutorial and a heavy reliance on specific "Duplicator" cards for progression in higher difficulties. Despite these rough edges, it remains an enjoyable roguelike deckbuilder that rewards careful planning and experimentation.
Feature: Nintendo Life eShop Selects (April 2026)
Nintendo Life has revealed its eShop Selects for April 2026, highlighting the top three reviewed games released on the Nintendo Switch eShop that month. Vampire Crawlers took first place, followed by OPUS: Prism Peak and Mouse: P.I. For Hire. The article also mentions several honorable mentions and games that narrowly missed the top three.
Vampire Crawlers passes '1 million crawlers' in one week
The game Vampire Crawlers has surpassed one million players in its first week since launch. Developer poncle expressed satisfaction with the game's strong early performance.
Vampire Survivors has already conquered the deckbuilding genre. So what’s next?
Vampire Crawlers, a spinoff of the genre-defining Vampire Survivors, has sold one million copies in its first week. The article discusses the success of the franchise and speculates on future genre expansions for poncle, highlighting the affordability and satisfying gameplay loops as key draws.
Vampire Crawlers sales surpass 1 million in one week
Vampire Crawlers has sold over 1 million copies worldwide in its first week since launching on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Developed by Poncle, the game is a turn-based deckbuilder with roguelite elements, serving as a spin-off of Vampire Survivors.
Vampire Crawlers Surpasses 1 Million Players as Update 1.4.1 Fixes Crashes, Endless Mode Coming
Developer poncle announced that Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard has surpassed one million players. The studio also released hotfix version 1.4.1 to address crashes and save data issues, confirmed that Endless Mode is coming soon, and teased a content roadmap. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Vampire Survivors dev is working on over 15 'projects,' though that includes DLC and updates
Publisher poncle, known for Vampire Survivors, is working on over 15 projects, including DLC and updates, with plans for new studios in Italy and Japan. Chief strategy officer Matteo Sapio stated the company aims to maintain an indie ethos while expanding its development teams and licensing its engine for partnerships.
Vampire Crawlers, Peter Molyneux's return and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting Vampire Crawlers, Masters of Albion, Snap & Grab, Indoor Baseball, Crashout Crew, Kick, Elfie: A Sand Plan, and Clockwork Ambrosia. It also touches on hardware limitations and the creativity fostered by the Playdate console.