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Vampire Crawlers Surpasses 1 Million Players as Update 1.4.1 Fixes Crashes, Endless Mode Coming
Developer poncle announced that Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard has surpassed one million players. The studio also released hotfix version 1.4.1 to address crashes and save data issues, confirmed that Endless Mode is coming soon, and teased a content roadmap. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Survivor Legion Brings The Horde To Xbox
Survivor Legion, an action roguelike with a squad-based twist on the survivor genre, has launched on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S for £8.39. Developed and published by Happy Player, the game features team management and formation switching as key tactical elements. It offers a familiar yet fresh experience within the crowded survivor genre, distinguishing itself from titles like Vampire Survivors by focusing on leading multiple allies.
A 'major studio' is in talks to adapt Aussie indie The Drifter
Story Kitchen co-founder Dmitri M. Johnson revealed that a major studio is in talks to adapt the Australian indie point-and-click adventure game, The Drifter. Johnson, who is also a BAFTA voter, was inspired by the game's story and initiated discussions for a potential adaptation. The Drifter has received critical acclaim, including Game of the Year at the Australian Game Developer Awards 2025.
"There was that period in time, pre-Sonic, where it was, 'You're so lucky that Hollywood is even looking at you'"
Story Kitchen, a production company specializing in video game adaptations, discusses the booming Hollywood interest in gaming IPs. Co-founder Dmitri M. Johnson highlights the intense bidding wars for titles like Split Fiction and the evolving relationship between game companies and studios, noting that game developers now have more leverage due to the success of major game-based films and shows. The company mediates between the two industries, ensuring deals are made while respecting both creative visions.
I love Slay the Spire 2, I hate Slay the Spire 2
This article discusses the dualistic nature of Slay the Spire 2, highlighting how its reliance on random card draws can lead to both exhilarating victories and heartbreaking unfairness, especially at higher difficulties. The author contrasts this with other roguelites like Balatro and Vampire Survivors, noting Slay the Spire 2's tendency to encourage perfectionism due to its sparse shop and reward systems. Despite the frustrations, the author concludes that Slay the Spire 2 is a fantastic example of the genre and will continue playing it.
The Spell Brigade Review – A co-op Survivors-like that’s all about the grind
The Spell Brigade is a co-op focused Survivors-like that shines when played with friends, offering unique weapon combinations and objectives. However, the game suffers from an excessively slow and grindy progression system, making solo play and unlocks a chore.
The Spell Brigade Review — Wizard Team Ups | Console Creatures
The Spell Brigade's 1.0 release offers a polished survivorlike experience with abundant spells, engaging co-op gameplay, and a charming cartoon aesthetic. While the core gameplay loop can feel familiar, randomized objectives and a variety of unlockable wizards and spells provide depth and replayability, making it a strong entry in a crowded genre.
Games Inbox: Which is better out of Pragmata and Saros?
Readers debate the merits of new sci-fi third-person shooters Pragmata and Saros, with one reader expressing difficulty choosing between them due to simultaneous release and cost. Other topics include the potential impact of Grand Theft Auto 6, the value of Vampire Survivors, Microsoft's Xbox strategy, and recommendations for games similar to Mad Max.
Vampire Survivors dev is working on over 15 'projects,' though that includes DLC and updates
Publisher poncle, known for Vampire Survivors, is working on over 15 projects, including DLC and updates, with plans for new studios in Italy and Japan. Chief strategy officer Matteo Sapio stated the company aims to maintain an indie ethos while expanding its development teams and licensing its engine for partnerships.
As Enter the Gungeon celebrates its 10th anniversary, its creators have some choice words for the modern roguelike: 'We’re seeing it mutate to the version of itself that popularity obfuscates'
As Enter the Gungeon celebrates its 10th anniversary, developers Dave Crooks and Adam Kidd Drucker express concerns about the modern roguelike genre, particularly its increasing reliance on gambling-like mechanics and progression systems. They feel this trend, exemplified by games like Vampire Survivors and Balatro, deviates from the core experience of traditional roguelikes and can feel "cash-grabby." The developers are currently working on Enter the Gungeon 2, aiming to stay true to the original's blend of roguelike and bullet-hell elements.
Gaming Industry Faces Growing Pains as Studios Navigate Uncertain Times | HappyGamer
The gaming industry is experiencing significant changes, with studios like Iron Galaxy Studios announcing layoffs and reductions in size. Meanwhile, Troy Baker is planning to launch his own game studio, and rumors suggest Ubisoft has cancelled the game Alterra. Nagoshi Studio has also deleted its YouTube channel, reflecting a period of industry-wide growing pains and shifts.
Vampire Crawlers, Peter Molyneux's return and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting Vampire Crawlers, Masters of Albion, Snap & Grab, Indoor Baseball, Crashout Crew, Kick, Elfie: A Sand Plan, and Clockwork Ambrosia. It also touches on hardware limitations and the creativity fostered by the Playdate console.
What we've been playing - "Help me, someone, please, I have pets to feed"
Several writers share their current gaming habits, with discussions on Pragmata, Lego Batman: The Videogame, Tomodachi Life, Vampire Survivors, Slay the Spire 2, and Vampire Crawlers. The pieces highlight personal experiences with game mechanics, collectibles, and the addictive nature of certain titles.
Curse of Pirates Early Access
Curse of Pirates has launched in Early Access on Steam for PC gamers. Developed by Funky Parrot and published by HeroCraft, this seafaring action roguelite is inspired by Vampire Survivors.
I can't stop winning with this Vampire Crawlers build that basically plays itself
This guide details a powerful Mortaccio build for Vampire Crawlers that focuses on overwhelming opponents with a barrage of Bones. By stacking Amount buffs and utilizing armor persistence with the Your Shield My Liege Arcana, the build aims to make Mortaccio unkillable and deal significant damage. Key cards and gems to look for include Spellbinder, Duplicator, Golden Armor, and Reverse Combo for maximum effectiveness.
Struggling with weapon evolution in Vampire Crawlers? Here’s everything you need to know
This guide explains the weapon evolution mechanics in Vampire Crawlers, a turn-based roguelite deckbuilder. Players must combine specific weapon cards with passive cards and then find an evolution item to trigger the upgrade. The article also provides a full list of available weapon evolutions and their required cards.
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Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, with titles like Vampire Crawlers, Windrose, Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth, and Diablo 4 being mentioned. Some are looking forward to new releases or revisiting older favorites, while others are anticipating reviews for upcoming games.
Vampire Crawlers is exactly the evolution I want from Poncle and it's my new handheld obsession
Vampire Crawlers evolves the passive combat of Vampire Survivors into a turn-based, deckbuilder experience with a first-person perspective. The game features satisfying combo mechanics, unlockable characters and upgrades, and offers a highly engaging experience on the Nintendo Switch. Its moreish mechanics make it a compelling new handheld obsession for players.
The Best Android Roguelikes – Updated!
This article provides a curated list of the best roguelike and roguelite games available on Android. It highlights titles such as Slay the Spire, Dead Cells, Vampire Survivors, and Crying Suns, detailing their unique gameplay mechanics and features. The guide aims to help players discover top-tier roguelike experiences on the Play Store.
All stats in Vampire Crawlers and how they work
Vampire Crawlers features various stats that influence gameplay, such as Max Health, Recovery, Mana, Armor, Might, and Luck. These stats can be increased through Power Ups, which offer permanent buffs across runs, as well as through in-game card draws and crawler choices. The article details the function of each stat, including negative stats like Curse which offer greater rewards at increased risk.