Below the Crown
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Below the Crown Released
Below the Crown has officially launched out of Early Access for PC on Steam. Developed by Misfits Attic, this roguelike strategy game blends dungeon crawling mechanics with chess-like gameplay.
IGF-Honored Chess Dungeon Crawler Below the Crown Hits 1.0
Below the Crown, an IGF-honored chess-inspired RPG from Misfits Attic, has officially launched its 1.0 version after a period in Early Access. The update introduces new modes like Wizard Queen, a new boss fight against the Emperor, multiple endings, and crucially, Steam Deck support, Steam Cloud Saves, and Achievement integration. This release marks a significant milestone for the indie studio, which has now shipped three games and is actively seeking Steam reviews to boost visibility.
Retro Chess Roguelike Below the Crown Casts Spells, Explosions, Strategies in 1.0 Release Today
Below the Crown, a chess roguelike from Misfits Attic, has launched its 1.0 version on PC via Steam. The game features spellcasting, strategic piece management, and multiple endings, with new content including the Queen Wizard and additional runes. It is available for $14.99 USD and is also featured in several bundles with other chess and roguelike titles.
Release Dates/Windows
Two games, Below the Crown and Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege, have announced their release dates. Below the Crown is set to launch on April 21st, while Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege will be released on April 20th.
Chess blended with dungeon crawling, Below the Crown hits 1.0 on April 21
Below the Crown, a game blending chess with dungeon crawling mechanics developed by the creators of Duskers, will launch its full 1.0 version on April 21st. An update ahead of the release introduces new features like replays, narrative elements, an infinite dungeon mode, and rebalanced gameplay.
IGF 2026 Honorable Mention Below the Crown Enters the Dungeons of 1.0 on April 21st
Below the Crown, developed by Misfits Attic, will launch its 1.0 version on PC via Steam on April 21, 2026. The game, an IGF 2026 Honorable Mention, combines chess mechanics with roguelike and dungeon crawler elements, introducing new content like the Queen Wizard and a final boss battle. The update also includes additional spells, skills, runes, daily challenges, and quality of life improvements.
Get some quality chess games and female-fronted games across two Humble Bundles
Humble Bundle has launched two new game bundles: 'Checkmate! A Chess Games Collection' featuring various chess titles, and the 'Humble Heroines Bundle' with games like The Medium and Eastward. These bundles offer significant savings compared to purchasing the games individually, even during the Steam Spring Sale.
2026 Upcoming Games Release Schedule
The year 2026 is shaping up to be a significant one for video game releases, with numerous titles slated for launch across various platforms. This includes highly anticipated games like Grand Theft Auto 6, alongside many sequels and new IPs. The article provides a month-by-month breakdown of confirmed release dates and general 2026 windows for games on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.