Slay the Spire 2
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What we've been playing - "Asking what the point of playing it is would be like asking why you should bother seasoning a meal"
Several writers share their recent gaming experiences. Victoria recounts her daughter's first Zelda dungeon completion in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom on Nintendo Switch. Bertie discusses Heroes of Might & Magic: The Olden Era and Slay the Spire 2, while Chris offers further thoughts on Mixtape for PC and Steam Deck. Connor is enjoying Directive 8020 on PlayStation 5.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 schedule includes Resident Evil Requiem, Saros & Slay the Spire 2
The schedule for Summer Games Done Quick 2026 has been released, featuring speedruns of games such as Resident Evil Requiem, Saros, and Slay the Spire 2. Additionally, a special race will be held for the Super Mario Maker 2 troll community.
After close to 140 hours with it, I think Slay the Spire 2 feels more like a sequel than a DLC, even if Megacrit was…
This analysis argues that Slay the Spire 2 feels more like a true sequel than a DLC, despite initial impressions. The author highlights significant changes in ancient relics, enemy design, and overall pacing that differentiate it from the original Slay the Spire. These subtle yet impactful shifts create a more engaging and constructive gameplay experience, leading the author to prefer it over the original.
Solo Survival Guide: 8 Games No Discord Ping (2026) | TAG
This guide identifies eight games ideal for long-term solo play in 2026, focusing on replayability, offline functionality, and lack of notifications. The selected titles include Slay the Spire 2, Balatro, Hades II, Stardew Valley, Terraria, Elden Ring, Outer Wilds, and Final Fantasy XIV, with recommendations for hardware like the Steam Deck and PC.
After 1 hour, Subnautica 2 Steam player peak is 9x bigger than the original game and gaining on Slay the Spire 2 for…
Subnautica 2 has achieved a massive player count on Steam during its early access launch, reaching a peak of over 463,000 concurrent players within its first hour. This figure significantly surpasses the original Subnautica's all-time peak and is rapidly approaching the concurrent player record set by Slay the Spire 2. The game is currently receiving 'Very Positive' reviews on Steam.
What Do You Want from a May 2026 State of Play Showcase?
This article discusses player expectations for an upcoming May 2026 PlayStation State of Play showcase, considering potential first-party titles like Marvel's Wolverine and rumored God of War entries, alongside third-party releases aiming to avoid Grand Theft Auto 6's November launch. It also touches on the possibility of early PlayStation 6 mentions, though deems it unlikely for this particular event.
6 Story Games for Players Who Don't Want to Talk | TAG
This article highlights six story-driven games that do not require dialogue choices or role-playing, catering to players seeking a narrative experience without conversational effort. Titles like Journey, Cocoon, Inside, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, Return of the Obra Dinn, and Outer Wilds are discussed for their unique methods of storytelling through environment, music, and observation, with many also being compatible with handheld devices like the Steam Deck.
7 Offline Games for Flight, Hotel, Waiting Room | TAG
This guide highlights seven games that function fully offline, ideal for travel situations with unreliable internet. Titles like Balatro, Vampire Survivors, Hades II, and Stardew Valley are recommended for their ability to run without account checks or sync requirements on devices such as the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch 2. The article also provides tips for preparing gaming devices for travel and avoiding common pitfalls like installing games at the airport or forgetting chargers.
Solo-Only Players: Skip Every Battle Pass in 2026 | TAG
This article argues that solo players should skip all battle passes starting in 2026, as the monetization system relies on social validation and FOMO, which are largely irrelevant to solo experiences. The author contends that the time investment required for battle passes is not worth the temporary cosmetics, suggesting that the saved money and time could be better spent on full single-player game purchases.
Psychonauts, Kiln studio Double Fine votes to unionise
Double Fine Productions, a Microsoft-owned studio known for Psychonauts, has voted to unionize with the Communications Workers of America (CWA). This follows similar unionization efforts at other Microsoft-owned studios like id Software. Separately, Slay the Spire 2 developer Mega Crit is adjusting its patch release schedule and has removed the Doormaker boss in favor of a new one called Aeonglass.
Slay the Spire 2 beta patch cuts Act 3 boss Doormaker, introduces Bestiary
Mega Crit has released a beta patch for Slay the Spire 2, introducing a new Act 3 boss named Aeonglass and a Bestiary feature. The developers are also shifting to bi-weekly patch releases for more polished updates. The patch includes numerous balance adjustments and bug fixes across various characters and enemies.
Rejoice, Doormaker haters, for Mega Crit have removed him from Slay the Spire 2 in favour of a brand new boss
Mega Crit has updated Slay the Spire 2, moving to a bi-weekly patch schedule to allow for larger changes and more polishing. The latest beta version introduces a new Beastiary feature and replaces the controversial boss 'The Doormaker' with a new boss named 'Aeonglass'.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (9th May)
Several Nintendo editors and contributors share their weekend gaming plans, which include titles like Tomodachi Life, Pragmata, Pentiment, and various Metroidvanias. There's also excitement for upcoming releases such as a Star Fox reimagining and a new Mina the Hollower release date.
Issues and Activism
Cosplaying gamers planned to protest at Electronic Arts headquarters regarding Saudi Arabia's significant investment in the gaming industry. Separately, Slay the Spire 2 received review bombs after Anita Sarkeesian was noted in the credits, a situation attributed to Reddit.
Windrose closes in on two million sales, joining the new games and studios that dominated 2026 so far
The pirate adventure game Windrose has achieved nearly two million sales, leading a trend of smaller studios and original IPs dominating the market in early 2026. Other successful titles include Crimson Desert, FC 26, Pragmata, and Slay the Spire 2, indicating a shift away from AAA dominance towards innovative indie and AA experiences.
I beat Slay the Spire 2 Ascension 10 with all classes, and I have one question for Mega Crit after the new patch
The author questions Mega Crit's recent balance changes to the Regent class in Slay the Spire 2's beta, specifically nerfs to block cards. Despite Regent's potential for strong synergies, the author argues it struggles with block economy compared to other classes, making the nerfs perplexing. The article suggests Regent could benefit from a more consistent block option to improve its viability in the early access title.
Slay the Spire 2 Patch Rips Act 3 Boss Doormaker Out the Game, Developer Explains Decision
Mega Crit, the developer of Slay the Spire 2, has released a patch that removes the Act 3 boss known as Doormaker from the game. The decision behind this removal was explained by the developer.
Indie games have built a thriving economy in territory traditional publishers abandoned or ignored | Opinion
The indie game market has quietly become a significant economic force, occupying niches abandoned by traditional publishers and fostering new genres. Data from the Godot engine shows substantial growth in game releases and developer adoption, partly fueled by Unity's controversial runtime fee policy. This expansion has created a thriving ecosystem with its own infrastructure and economy, demonstrating that the barrier to reaching a mass audience for indie developers is lower than ever.
Slay the Spire 2 patch hits the nuclear option, deletes Doormaker boss countless players hated: "He was over the…
Developer Mega Crit has removed the controversial Doormaker boss from Slay the Spire 2 in a recent patch, addressing widespread player complaints that significantly impacted the game's Steam review score. This decision comes after previous attempts to balance the boss, indicating a shift towards eliminating the problematic encounter entirely.
Slay the Spire 2 patches are half as frequent as the first game's because doing weekly updates "was a lot of…
Mega Crit, the developer of Slay the Spire 2, has shifted from weekly patches to bi-weekly updates, citing the intensity of frequent releases. This change contrasts with the patching schedule of the original Slay the Spire.
