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Kiln Released
The action game Kiln, developed by Double Fine Productions, is now available on PC and consoles. The Steam version for Windows includes a 10% launch discount.
This PS5 Roguelike Turns Alice in Wonderland into a Gritty Poker Action Game
FuRyu announced CRYMELIGHT, a dark bishoujo action roguelike with Alice in Wonderland themes and poker-based combat, for PlayStation 5 on November 5th. The game follows a young girl named Alice on a journey through Purgatory. A standard digital edition will cost $19.99, with a Deluxe Edition available for $39.99.
Anime Action Game MIGHTREYA Surpasses 150,000 Wishlists
The anime superhero action game MIGHTREYA, developed by Wazen and published by 505 Games, has surpassed 150,000 wishlists on Steam. The game will feature aerial combat with intuitive controls, combo chaining, three weapons, and over 30 unique actions. It will include full Japanese voice acting and multilingual text localization.
'This Feels Like Nothing Else Out There': Saros Devs on Making Another Standout PS5 Exclusive
Housemarque's Gregory Louden and Simone Silvestri discuss their upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive, Saros. They highlight how the game builds upon the foundations of Returnal, focusing on rewarding progression, accessible difficulty options, and a deeper narrative integration while maintaining the studio's signature gameplay-first approach. The developers emphasize Saros' unique identity and its role as a potential entry point for new players to Housemarque's acclaimed library.
Minimalist Roguelike Action Game 'Wanderburg' Enters Early Access This Summer
The minimalist roguelike action game Wanderburg, developed by Randwerk and published by Sidekick Publishing, will launch in Early Access for PC via Steam this summer. Players control a mobile fortress that grows by consuming targets, featuring a modular build system for customization and progression through both in-run upgrades and between-run unlocks.
High-Speed Mech Shooter 'Omega Phenex Commenced Project Six' Open Beta Now Live
Developer Surume Koubou has launched the open beta for its high-speed mech shooter Omega Phenex Commenced Project Six, available now on PC via Steam. The beta, running until June, includes the first five missions and features fully voiced dialogue, customizable mechs, and both third-person and cockpit perspectives. Saved data from the beta will not carry over to the full release.
FuRyu announces roguelike action game CRYMELIGHT for PS5, Switch 2, and PC
FuRyu has announced CRYMELIGHT, a new roguelike action game set to release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game is described as the next entry in FuRyu's 'dark bishoujou action' series.
HYKE: Northern Light(s) ‘A Witch’s Chill Time’ update announced
Publishers Akatsuki Games and Aniplex, along with developer Blast Edge Games, have announced the 'A Witch's Chill Time' update for their pixel art action game, HYKE: Northern Light. Further details about the update's content were not immediately available.
Wanderburg launches in Early Access this summer
The minimalist roguelike action game Wanderburg is set to launch in Early Access for PC via Steam this summer. Further details regarding the specific release date are expected soon.
Dark Fantasy Roguelike 'Cursemark' Enters Early Access June 8, 2026
The dark fantasy roguelike action game Cursemark will launch in Early Access for PC via Steam on June 8, 2026, for $14.99. Developed by CLYDE Games and published by Mad Mushroom, the game features a rune system for ability modification, seven schools of magic, and a tile-based map progression system where increasing the cursemark's strength raises enemy difficulty.
Title: Twin-Stick Action Game 'NEO TITAN' Announced for PC
Developer idoz & phops has announced NEO TITAN, a twin-stick action game coming to PC via Steam. Players will utilize firearms and melee combat to challenge powerful Titans on an alien planet. The game features an interconnected world, a module customization system, and large-scale boss fights with bullet-hell influences.
GTA-Like Action Game Samson Is Coming to PS5, But We're Much Less Excited Now
The GTA-like action game Samson: A Tyndalston Story is confirmed to be coming to PlayStation 5 in September, despite a rocky PC launch with numerous bugs and a lack of polish. Developer Liquid Sword is actively patching the game, with founder Christofer Sundberg expressing optimism that the console version will be significantly more polished. The game's scope is considerably smaller than Grand Theft Auto titles.
Retro Soulslike action game Memoirium launches August 13
The retro Soulslike action game Memoirium is set to launch on PC via Steam on August 13. The publisher has not yet been explicitly named in the provided text.
Cursemark launches in Early Access on June 8
The dark fantasy roguelike action game Cursemark is set to launch in Early Access on PC via Steam on June 8. The game will be available on the Steam platform.
Twin-stick action game NEO TITAN announced for PC
idoz & phops, the developer behind Archvale, has announced NEO TITAN, a twin-stick action game. The title is set to be released for PC.
Samson: A Tyndalston Story coming to PS5, Xbox Series in September
Liquid Swords announced that its consequence-heavy noir action game, Samson: A Tyndalston Story, will be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X in September. The game is set to launch with a focus on player choices impacting the narrative.
Witch the Showdown Preview - A Card-Based Action Hybrid That Thrives
Witch the Showdown is a deckbuilding action hybrid developed by CitalesGames, featuring anime-inspired visuals and a unique combat system that blends card mechanics with real-time dodging and parrying. The game, set for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, includes a story mode, a roguelike tournament mode, and deck customization options.
Saros review - a tremendous action experience, although its ambitious narrative gets lost in the fireworks
Saros is a top-tier action game from Housemarque that offers thrilling, fast-paced combat and impressive spectacle, building upon the foundations of Returnal. While its moment-to-moment gameplay is exceptional, the game's ambitious narrative struggles to keep pace with the action, and some structural and balancing issues detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, Saros delivers phenomenal action that makes it a standout title in the current landscape of single-player action games.
Unannounced Tumblepop remake Tumblepop: Memories rated in Korea
An unannounced remake of the 1991 Data East platform game Tumblepop, titled Tumblepop: Memories, has been rated in Korea by Daewon Media Game Lab. The rating confirms it as an action game and a modern remake, with no further details provided.
Saros Review
The action game Saros, developed by Housemarque, offers fluid gameplay that is enjoyable despite not always meeting its ambitious goals. The game's core mechanics are a highlight, providing a satisfying experience for players.