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Hard Work Pays off as Shard Squad Comes to XBOX
Shard Squad, a bullet heaven roguelite developed by Brazilian studio The Root Studios and published by Nuntius Games, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with Xbox Play Anywhere support. The game features adorable pixel art monsters called Shards that players recruit and evolve to create powerful synergies against enemy hordes. Director Rennan Costa expressed that the Xbox release fulfills a lifelong dream for the studio, which is releasing its first game.
Meet the story behind Shard Squad
Shard Squad is set to launch on July 30, 2026, for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Creator Rennan Costa discussed the game's origins as a Unity learning project and the challenges of developing it without funding. The game features unique characters and a blend of intense action with progression systems.
Shard Squad Releases DLC with 4 New Shards and a New Element
The Wind Character Pack DLC for Shard Squad has been released on Steam, adding four new Wind elemental Shards with exclusive abilities and strategic combinations. This DLC also features a collaboration with Machick 2, introducing the character Trina to both games. The Root Studios plans to bring Shard Squad to consoles and mobile devices and is working on a free major update.
Shard Squad receives massive special update and announces DLC at a symbolic price; Watch the trailer
Shard Squad has received a major free update called Prismatic Power, adding new mechanics, characters, stages, and balance improvements for PC players on Steam. Additionally, the Wind Character Pack DLC, featuring four new Wind elemental Shards and exclusive abilities, will launch on March 16 for a symbolic price of US$1.99.