Buckshot Roulette
News, coverage and analysis tracking Buckshot Roulette across the outlets.- "Low-effort slop": The creators of the Godot engine behind Slay the Spire 2 are cracking down on "vibe-coding" and now require genAI disclosuresThe Godot Foundation, the developers behind the open-source game engine used in titles like Slay the Spire 2 and Buckshot Roulette, are implementing stricter policies regarding generative AI usage. Citing a rise in "low-effort slop" and a strain on maintainers, the foundation will now require contributors to disclose any AI assistance and prohibits the use of AI for generating substantial code. This move contrasts with Epic Games' approach to Unreal Engine 6, which embraces AI integration.
- Three Axes Bar: Paid or Pain – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta GamerThree Axes Bar: Paid or Pain is a new roguelite horror game inspired by Buckshot Roulette, where players must survive rounds in an infernal bar by cheating a slot machine and a strange barman. The game features over 100 items for synergies, meta-progression, and multiple endings based on player choices. A beta sign-up is currently available.
- CRITICAL REFLEX REVEALS TWO NEW VIDEO GAMES FOR ITS OFF-KILTER PUBLISHING LINEUPIndie publisher CRITICAL REFLEX has announced two new titles for its CR Channel lineup: Grindset T.V., an open-world first-person speedrunning platformer, and Tiny Chills - Not From Ear, a body horror game focused on ear cleaning. Grindset T.V. is developed by INFINITE ANIMAL, while Tiny Chills - Not From Ear comes from Ducktopus Games.
- A Worldwide Lineup of Indies Comes to BitSummit PUNCH!Ukiyo Studios is collaborating with various developers and publishers to showcase over 50 indie games at BitSummit PUNCH in Kyoto. The exhibition will feature diverse titles ranging from platformers and racing games to mysteries and horror, with unique interactive experiences like playing Graveyard Keeper 2 inside a coffin and No, I’m not a Human with a real door.
- Choose between Buddhist Star Trek, rad vinyl music, and forest fire deathgames in the latest PC releasesThis week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, from a Buddhist-themed engineering puzzler called U.V.S. Nirmana to a forest fire-themed deathgame called Arsonate. Other notable titles include the music nostalgia game Wax Heads, the dancefloor brawler Dead as Disco, and the city-builder Amberspire.
- Playing Buckshot Roulette in real life made me stare down the barrel of a (fake) gunThe author describes the unsettling experience of playing a real-life version of the game Buckshot Roulette. Despite the use of fake props, the act of pulling the trigger on oneself proved to be a psychologically challenging moment.
- 500 FINGER FILLET is a knife game take on Buckshot Roulette where you must stab your hand 500 times500 FINGER FILLET is a new horror roguelite clicker game inspired by Buckshot Roulette, where players must stab between their fingers 500 times within a time limit to escape a deadly trap. The game will feature various knife types with different risk levels and items to improve player chances. It is planned for release later this year on PC and is available to wishlist on Steam.
- Triple-i Initiative: Everything Revealed!The Triple-i Initiative showcased over 40 new indie games during its 45-minute live stream. Announcements included titles like Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, SpaceCraft, Rift of the Nencrodancer x Undertale, and many more, with several games available for wishlist on Steam or launching in early access soon.
- Buckshot Roulette dev's next unhinged multiplayer game is Mario Party, but instead of getting thwomped you get shot…Mike Klubnika, the creator of Buckshot Roulette, is developing a new multiplayer game called Machine Party. This horror-themed party game features violent challenges where failure results in lethal consequences, described as a "horror Mario Party." Machine Party is set to release in Q3 2026 and will support 2-4 players.
- A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap BelowThe Triple-i Initiative showcase featured announcements for over 40 games, including new reveals, DLC, and release dates. Many of the showcased titles are available as demos or playtests on Steam until April 16. The event highlighted a diverse range of indie games across various genres.
- Machine Party Revealed as Multiplayer Horror Party Game from Buckshot Roulette Creator; Expect ChaosMachine Party, a multiplayer horror party game from Buckshot Roulette creator Mike Klubnika, was revealed during the Triple-i Initiative 2026 showcase. Developed by Mike Klubnika and GDeavid and published by Oro Interactive, the game features a collection of high-stakes minigames for 2 to 4 players and is set to launch on PC via Steam in Summer 2026.
- Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To ExpectThe Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026 will feature approximately 40 games, including eight world premieres, on April 9. The event will highlight titles from smaller studios and will include updates from developers like Hopoo Games, Evil Empire, and Sunset Visitor, as well as new looks at games such as Windrose and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse.
- ICYMI: Next Triple-i Initiative Showcase Promises Reveals For Castlevania: Belmont's Curse & MoreEvil Empire's third annual Triple-i Initiative Showcase will feature 45 minutes of game trailers, including eight world premieres. The event, scheduled for April 9th, will highlight titles such as Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Risk of Rain 2, and new games from the developers of 1000xRESIST and Buckshot Roulette. The showcase will be available to watch on platforms like YouTube and Twitch.
- How to Watch Triple-i Initiative Showcase on April 9 | Console CreaturesEvil Empire's third annual Triple-i Initiative Showcase will take place on April 9th, featuring 40 indie games over 45 minutes. The presentation will include deep dives into titles like Risk of Rain 2 and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, alongside new announcements from developers of 1000xRESIST and Buckshot Roulette. The showcase will be streamed in 4K/60FPS on platforms including YouTube, Twitch, and Steam.
- How To Watch The Third Triple-i Initiative Showcase On Thursday, April 9Evil Empire will host the third annual Triple-i Initiative Showcase on April 9, featuring 45 minutes of game announcements and world premieres. The event will include updates on titles like Risk of Rain 2 and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, alongside new reveals from various indie developers. A post-show segment will offer deeper dives and interviews with participating studios.
- Mina the Hollower, Box Knight, and Rain98 Highlight a World of Indies Presented by Ukiyo Studios at PAX EastUkiyo Studios is presenting over a dozen indie games at PAX East, featuring titles like Mina the Hollower, Box Knight, and Rain98. Attendees can demo new games from developers such as Yacht Club Games and Critical Reflex, and participate in real-life versions of Buckshot Roulette and No, I’m Not a Human.
- Ball x Pit on mobile, Piece by Piece x2 and other new indie games worth checking outThis roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games across various platforms. Titles include the mobile port Ball x Pit, the roguelike shooter Hyperwired, the cooperative environmental cleanup game Clean Up Earth, and the unique puzzle-platformer Piece by Piece, with two games sharing the same name. Other notable mentions are Herdles, ITER-8, Rhell: Warped Worlds & Troubled Times, Astrolander, and Kitman.