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Review: Dark Scrolls (Nintendo Switch)
Dark Scrolls is a fantasy-themed action platformer for the Nintendo Switch that blends shmup-style chaos with roguelite progression. While it offers local and online co-op, the game suffers from a lack of originality and some frustrating gameplay mechanics, such as a strict one-life system and awkward controls for jumping and firing. Despite its charming aesthetic and decent audio, the overall execution is considered lackluster, making it an uninspiring but budget-friendly time-waster for fans of the genre.
Evening Reading - July 13, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news items including QuakeCon 2026, Games Done Quick, and updates on games like Palworld and Soulframe. It also touches on the revival of the Turok franchise and mentions the cancellation of an SNK-sponsored stream due to ownership concerns.
Dark Scrolls review: Ghosts 'n Grinding
Dark Scrolls, the latest roguelike from Doinksoft, features charming visuals and unique mechanics but is ultimately weighed down by excessive grinding and frustrating co-op. While the game offers a variety of characters and an intriguing perk system, the high costs for upgrades and the disruptive nature of multiplayer play make it difficult to recommend for extended engagement. The game is available on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Something for the Weekend – 27/06/26
This week's gaming news was dominated by Grand Theft Auto 6, with pre-orders going live and details about the Ultimate Edition and digital-only physical copies revealed. Other news includes Bungie layoffs, SteamOS availability on PCs, and price increases for Xbox Series consoles. Several games received reviews, including Zero Parades: For Dead Spies and Gothic 1 Remake, while previews were offered for Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy.
The Ultimate Summer Sale Pairing: Steam Sale Meets GeForce NOW Discounts
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW is offering discounts on its Ultimate and Performance memberships to coincide with the Steam Summer Sale. This promotion allows players to stream PC games purchased on Steam via the cloud, eliminating storage and hardware requirements. New games like Dark Scrolls and The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales are also joining the GeForce NOW library.
Nintendo Download – June 25, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its latest European download list for the week of June 25, 2026. The update includes several new retail and digital titles for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, featuring a mix of new releases and updated versions of existing games.
Dark Scrolls Review – Keep scrollin’, scrollin’, scrollin’
Dark Scrolls is a fantasy arcade game from doinksoft and Devolver Digital that blends shoot 'em up mechanics with 8-bit platforming. While it offers a unique scrolling gameplay style and co-op options, the review notes that its simplicity can lead to it feeling overly familiar quickly. The game is best enjoyed in shorter bursts as a nostalgic nod to classic arcade titles.
Dark Scrolls launch trailer – fantasy-themed action platformer on Nintendo Switch
The fantasy-themed action platformer Dark Scrolls from developer Doinksoft has launched on Nintendo Switch. The game features a cast of nine playable characters with unique skills, procedurally generated levels, and a focus on sharp reflexes. Players can collect coins to purchase upgrades and new perks from Bruce & Goose's Shoppe.
Dark Scrolls Released
The retro platformer Dark Scrolls, developed by doinksoft and published by Devolver Digital, is now available for PC and Nintendo Switch. The PC version is available on Steam and includes a 10% launch discount.
Devolver Digital, Doinksoft Launch Action Platforming Autoscroller Dark Scrolls with Limited Time Free Copies of Gunbrella, Gato Roboto – Out Now on PC and Nintendo Switch
Developer Doinksoft and publisher Devolver Digital have launched Dark Scrolls, a fantasy-themed action platformer with roguelite progression, on PC and Nintendo Switch. For a limited time, purchasing Dark Scrolls includes free copies of Gunbrella and Gato Roboto, along with a 10% launch discount.
Dark Scrolls Review - It's dangerous to go alone
Dark Scrolls is a retro-inspired roguelike platformer from doinksoft that offers a decent experience, especially in co-op, but lacks ambition and narrative depth. Players progress through procedurally generated zones, unlocking new characters and perks, but the unbalanced difficulty and awkward multiplayer interactions detract from its potential.
Review: Dark Scrolls (Switch) - A Retro-Styled Soulslike Side-Scroller At The Right Price
Dark Scrolls is a retro-styled, indie Soulslike side-scroller available on Nintendo Switch for $9.99. Developed by Doinksoft, the game blends roguelike elements with influences from Sonic the Hedgehog, offering challenging gameplay and charming 16-bit visuals. Despite some minor control issues and occasional visual clutter, its low price point and varied character options make it a worthwhile purchase for fans of the genre.
Doinksoft’s “Dark Scrolls” Launch Deal: Buy One, Get Two Free Games on Nintendo Switch
Indie developer Doinksoft is offering a limited-time promotion for their new game, Dark Scrolls, on Nintendo Switch and PC. Players who purchase Dark Scrolls between June 22 and July 6, 2026, will receive Doinksoft's previous titles, Gato Roboto and Gunbrella, for free. This deal is available in North America and requires a temporary region change for European players.
This week in PC games: synthpunk platforming, haunted house hoovering, and a game about growing a black hole
This week's PC game releases include Desolation Seed, Dark Scrolls, Idle Chapel, Relief, Dimhaven, Deer & Boy, Heavydelic, Rift Wizard 3, Empulse, S.A.N.D.Y. - Beach Cleaner, 7 Nights with Vroombi, nophenia, Omen Exitio: Hunger, and Eyes of the ElderWood. The article highlights various genres such as roguelike, platformer, shooter, horror, puzzle, and idle games, with a focus on early access titles and unique art styles.
This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: Star Fox, Villion: Code, more
This week's Japanese game releases include Star Fox for Switch 2 and Villion: Code for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, and Switch. Other notable titles are DELTARUNE Chapter 5 and DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round. The article also lists numerous other physical and digital releases across various platforms.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Devil May Cry 5, Star Fox, Wanderstop, more
Nintendo eShop listings have revealed the file sizes for numerous games on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Titles like Devil May Cry 5, Star Fox, and Wanderstop have had their storage requirements detailed across different regions.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 22, 2026
Several new games are launching this week, including Dark Scrolls, NONEWORLD, and Sand: Raiders of Sophie on June 22nd. Pawsome Resort and Deer & Boy will follow on June 23rd and 24th respectively. Dead or Alive 6: Last Round and Star Fox, a remake of Lylat Wars, are set to release on June 25th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Download: Four Ages, One Mission
Nintendo's latest download update features new releases like The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales and Observer: System Redux for Nintendo Switch. The update also highlights Father's Day game recommendations, pre-orders for Devil May Cry 5, and a Game Trial for EA SPORTS FC 26 for Nintendo Switch Online members. Additionally, promotions for Nintendo Switch Online memberships and various eShop sales are detailed.
Nintendo Download – June 18, 2026 (North America) – The Adventures of Elliot, Wanderstop, Dark Scrolls, more
Nintendo has announced its latest North American eShop releases for the week of June 18, 2026, featuring titles like The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, Wanderstop, and Dark Scrolls for the Nintendo Switch. The update also includes details on upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch 2 and ongoing sales, alongside a promotion for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack memberships.
Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for June 18, 2026
Nintendo has updated the Japanese eShop release schedule for the week of June 18, 2026, featuring new titles for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. Notable upcoming releases include Devil May Cry 5 Hunter Edition, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, and Wanderstop.
