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Dotemu annonce Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster – un nouveau jeu d’action plateforme prévu pour 2027 sur PC, Switch 2, PlayStation 5 et Xbox Series X|S

Dotemu and Old Skull Games have announced Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a new 2D action platformer set to release in 2027 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game features stealth mechanics and focuses on the Skaven clan Eshin.

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Tech Raptor

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster Announced At Warhammer Skulls Showcase

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a 2D action platformer developed by Old Skull Games and published by Dotemu, was announced at the Warhammer Skulls Showcase. Players will control Vihneek, a Skaven assassin, in a single-player campaign set to release in 2027 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

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Gamespot

Warhammer Age Of Sigmar: Deathmaster Brings Sneaky Assassinations To PC And Consoles Next Year

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a 2D action-platformer focused on stealth and assassination, was announced during Warhammer Skulls 2026. Developed by Dotemu, the game stars the Skaven assassin Vihneek and will be released in 2027 for PC and consoles.

PC Gamer

Playing a murderous ratman in this newly-announced Warhammer platformer is my penance for bisecting thousands of Skaven…

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, an upcoming action platformer developed by Old Skull Games and published by Dotemu, was announced during the Warhammer Skulls showcase. Players will control Vihneek, a Skaven assassin from Clan Eshin, in a quest for power. The game is set to release in 2027 and is available to wishlist on Steam.

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The Sixth Axis

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster is a sneaky Skaven stealth platformer

Dotemu and Old Skull Games have announced Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a new 2D action platformer featuring Skaven protagonists. The game will be released in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC, focusing on stealth and assassination mechanics within the Age of Sigmar setting.

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Gematsu

2D action platformer Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC

Publisher Dotemu and developer Old Skull Games have announced the 2D action platformer Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Niche Gamer

2D action game Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster announced

Dotemu and Old Skull Games have announced Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a 2D action-platformer set to release in 2027 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Players will take on the role of a Skaven Assassin, utilizing stealth and combat in a gritty world.

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Games Press

Acclaim Claims BITSummit With Kidbash: Super Legend and HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate

Publisher Acclaim announced at BITSummit that it will publish two indie titles: Kidbash: Super Legend, a roguelike action-platformer from Indonesian developers Authentic Remixes and Fat Raccoon, and HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate, an arcade snowboarding racer from Mexican studio Wabisabi Games. Both games are available for hands-on demos at the event in Kyoto, Japan.

Giant Bomb

Bubsy 4D Review | Giant Bomb

Bubsy 4D is a surprisingly fun 3D platformer that revitalizes the sarcastic cat character with a robust movement system. Despite its uninspired environments and brief campaign, the game's core mechanics and challenging obstacle-course-like levels make it the best Bubsy game to date. Developed by Fabraz and published by Atari, it is available on PC and PlayStation.

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Pure Nintendo

Review: ChainStaff (Nintendo Switch)

ChainStaff is an action platformer for the Nintendo Switch developed by Mommy's Best Games, Inc. Players control a soldier with an alien symbiote, utilizing a versatile ChainStaff weapon for combat and traversal across ten distinct planets. The game features multiple endings, optional human rescues that grant upgrades, and a retro-inspired art style and soundtrack.

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Gamespot

Warhammer Age Of Sigmar: Deathmaster Brings Sneaky Assassinations To PC And Consoles Next Year

Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a 2D action-platformer starring an assassin named Vihneek, was announced during Warhammer Skulls 2026. Developed by Dotemu, the game will feature stealth mechanics and traps, set within the lore of the Age of Sigmar. It is scheduled for release in 2027 for PC and consoles.

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Nintendo Everything

Marsupilami 2: Salsa Palombia revealed for Nintendo Switch

Marsupilami 2: Salsa Palombia has been revealed for the Nintendo Switch, with a release date set for September 3, 2026. This 2.5D platformer sequel to the original Marsupilami features three playable characters with unique abilities and a local 2-player co-op mode. Players will explore four vibrant worlds to defeat the Mummy Queen and her crew.

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CGmag Online

Indie Watch: Must-See Indie Games — March & April, 2026

This guide highlights notable indie games released in March and April 2026 for PC and Steam. Featured titles include the stylish action game Homura Hime, the puzzle-platformer Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale, and the Celeste-inspired Sealed Bite: Extended, among others.

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Gamespot

Mina The Hollower Is Creating An Unexpected Problem For Other Games

Yacht Club Games' upcoming action platformer, Mina The Hollower, has caused several other games to adjust their release dates to avoid direct competition. Developers of games like Emuurom and Dark Scrolls have postponed their launches to give Mina The Hollower space, with some even expressing excitement to play it themselves. The game's successful Kickstarter and subsequent delay for polish have contributed to its anticipated impact on the release schedule.

The Box Hub

Atomic Owl Flies Onto Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC With Feathered Fury And A Talking Sword

Atomic Owl, a fast-paced side-scrolling roguelite action platformer, has been released on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Steam. Developed by Monster Theater and Eastasiasoft, the game features hack-and-slash combat, platforming, and an optional 'NO ROGUELITE' mode for a more traditional experience. Players control Hidalgo Bladewing, who wields a talking sword to rescue his troupe from an evil crow sorcerer.

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Monster Vine

Dark Scrolls Release Date Moves to June 22

Devolver Digital and Doinksoft have announced that the pixel-art fantasy action platformer Dark Scrolls will now launch on June 22 for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game features scrolling platforming, shmup-style action, and roguelite progression, with solo and co-op play available.

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Gamespot

Mina The Hollower Is Creating An Unexpected Problem For Other Games

The upcoming release of Yacht Club Games' action platformer Mina the Hollower has caused other developers to adjust their release dates to avoid direct competition. Games like Emuurom and Dark Scrolls have been moved to earlier or later dates, respectively, to give them more breathing room. This phenomenon highlights the significant anticipation for Mina the Hollower, which successfully raised over $1.4 million on Kickstarter.

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Gematsu

Dark Scrolls delayed to June 22

Devolver Digital and doinksoft have announced that the fantasy-themed side-scrolling action platformer Dark Scrolls has been delayed to June 22. The game was originally scheduled for release earlier.

Invision Community

Legacy of Kain Ascendance Review – A Brutal Retro Return to Nosgoth | Invision Game Community

Legacy of Kain Ascendance is a retro-inspired 2D pixel action platformer serving as a prequel to Raziel's story, focusing on his sister Elaleth's quest for vengeance. While featuring original voice actors and a strong soundtrack, the game's gameplay is described as frustratingly tough with cheap moments, and its tacked-on backstory is questioned as unnecessary for the franchise.

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Nintendo Everything

Chicken Climber hitting Nintendo Switch this week

Ratalaika Games and Burst Games announced that the vertical platformer Chicken Climber will be released on Nintendo Switch on May 22 for $4.99. The game challenges players to guide a chicken through 8 levels by only jumping, with rewards for collecting gems and fruits.

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