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Steam may have just thrown its weight behind bullet heaven, but last week's standout game was a one-of-a-kind…
Luna Abyss is a unique first-person bullet hell shooter that distinguishes itself from titles like Returnal with its 3D orb-dodging mechanics and massive scale. While initially easy, the game eventually ramps up to challenging combat encounters reminiscent of Doom Eternal, though its lock-on system simplifies aiming. The game also features extensive platforming sections and a vast, dark world, but is occasionally hampered by excessive dialogue.
"You build a little squad of allied characters": Warhammer Survivors' spin on bullet heaven brings a lovely touch of chaos to the battlefield
Warhammer Survivors, a spin-off of Vampire Survivors, introduces a unique squad mechanic where players control multiple allied characters who act independently. Lead designer John O'Donnell explains how this system, along with faction-specific mechanics like the Tyranid hive mind and Skaven Bell of Doom, adds a new layer of chaos and tactical depth to the bullet heaven genre. The game will feature content from both Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar.
Warhammer Classics initiative re-releases 28 vintage Warhammer and W40K games, with seven out on Steam for the first time
Games Workshop and SNEG have launched the Warhammer Classics initiative, re-releasing 28 vintage Warhammer and Warhammer 40,000 games on Steam. Seven titles, including Warhammer: Shadow of the Horned Rat and Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate, are available on Steam for the first time. The initiative aims to preserve and reintroduce these foundational games to a wider audience.
Warhammer Survivors On Console – Bullet Hell Carnage Meets The Grimdark Universe
Warhammer Survivors is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC in 2026. The game combines the roguelite survivors and bullet hell genres with the Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar universes, featuring iconic characters and enemies.
