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SWERY & SUDA51's 'Hotel Barcelona' Is Coming To Switch 1 & 2 "Soon"
White Owls Inc. has confirmed that SWERY and SUDA 51's action roguelite Hotel Barcelona is coming to Nintendo Switch soon. The Switch version will be a complete package including all DLC and updates for $34.99. The game, which launched in September 2025, has received a significant rework with the 'Under New Management' update.
Terraclysm Survivors Revealed — A Chaotic Online Co-Op Roguelike Inspired by Different Versions of the Apocalypse
DeadPixel Studio has revealed Terraclysm Survivors, a chaotic online co-op action roguelike inspired by various interpretations of the apocalypse. Players experiment with devastating build synergies in collapsing worlds drawn from different mythologies, facing massive enemy hordes in fast-paced combat. The game emphasizes pushing systems beyond their limits for unpredictable and insane runs, with lobby-based cooperative play and a portal system connecting distinct apocalyptic maps.
Bug Alliance Launching on Steam Early Access May 14
Bug Alliance, a top-down action roguelite focused on wave survival and deep buildcraft, is launching on Steam Early Access on May 14th. The game features a 13-chapter story campaign, an endless mode called Chaos Surge, and persistent progression systems. A demo is currently available on Steam.
CRYMELIGHT Launches in November 2026
FuRyu Corporation announced CRYMELIGHT, an action roguelike in the Cry series, will launch on November 5, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. The game follows a memory-wiped girl named Alice on a journey through Purgatory, featuring a colorful, Alice in Wonderland-inspired aesthetic and a poker-style Skill Card system for combat customization.
Build and command a flying fortress in the playtest of Castle Away
Renegade Games has announced a public Steam playtest for their strategy roguelite autobattler, Castle Away. The game challenges players to build and command a customizable flying fortress, with the playtest now supporting Linux, macOS, and controller inputs. Players strategically place structures within their keep to create synergies and battle demons across five distinct realms.
Duskfall Settles in with UnderMine 2’s 0.7 Update, Available Today!
Thorium has released the 0.7 Duskfall Update for UnderMine 2, introducing a new starting area, a new boss, a market, and a challenging "The Grim Crucible" difficulty mode. This update adds significant content as the game continues its journey towards a full 1.0 launch, building upon its action-roguelike gameplay with new characters, local co-op, and an Arcana system.
Ground Zero Hero announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Acclaim and Rowan Edmondson have announced Ground Zero Hero for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This action roguelike features a hand-drawn art style and blends bullet hell combat with horde survival mechanics. Players will evolve their characters by absorbing enemy mutations in a chaotic post-apocalyptic wasteland.
Unleash The Carnage – Bullet Heaven Vehicle-Builder TERRATECH LEGION Out Now on PC, Xbox Series X|S & Xbox Game Pass
Payload Studios' new vehicle-building Survivors-like game, TerraTech Legion, is now available on PC and Xbox Series X|S, launching day one on Xbox Game Pass. Players build and upgrade unique battle vehicles to fight against robotic hordes across multiple worlds, featuring physics-based combat and a deep modular building system.
Unleash Your Inner Freak Today In Ground Zero Hero’s New Steam Demo
A free Steam demo for the upcoming horde survival action roguelike Ground Zero Hero is now available. Developed by Rowan Edmondson and published by Acclaim, Inc., the demo allows players to explore the Doomsday Desert, experiment with 14 mutations, and carry progress over to the full release. The game is set to launch this summer on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
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.
FINJI’s 868-BACK launches on May 28th
FINJI and Michael Brough announced that the computer-hacking strategy roguelike game 868-BACK will launch for PC on May 28th. The game challenges players to hack servers and steal data from corporations, with a soundtrack by Tara Macalister. FINJI, founded by Adam and Rebekah Saltsman, is also known for publishing games like Tunic and Chicory.
Hunt Intergalactic Criminals Together in Co-Op Roguelite, Bounty Brawl: Most Wanted, Out May 28
Bounty Brawl: Most Wanted, a co-op action roguelite shooter from Nanuq and Infini Fun, will be released on May 28 for PC via Steam. The game features eight playable outlaws, four-player online and local co-op, and a competitive "Final Showdown" mode where players battle for loot. Runs are designed to be quick, with permanent upgrades available at the Hunter's Heaven base.
Brain-Teasing Action Roguelite Demon Lord: Just A Block Moves the World on PC Today
The action roguelite Demon Lord: Just A Block, developed by YuWave and published by Skystone Games, is now available on PC via Steam. The game features a unique "world moves when the player does" mechanic, pixel graphics, and over 14 different weapons with dynamic powerups. It includes seven chapters, three distinct endings, and nine difficulty ascensions, with a launch price of $12.99 USD.
Drill Core Digs Deep Onto Consoles
The strategy roguelike Drill Core has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, bringing its high-risk mining operations to consoles. The release coincides with 'The Machine World' update, which adds new content like a Tech Biome and enemies, though this DLC is exclusive to PC. The game challenges players to build, drill, and defend against alien threats while managing crew and resources for a profit-driven corporation.
Ember and Blade Demo Update Adds Rune System, Arcana, and Combat Improvements
Line Games has released a demo update for its action roguelike Ember and Blade, introducing a new Rune system for weapon modification and an Arcana system for further customization. The update also includes combat refinements, improved enemy AI and attack telegraphs, and updated voiceover lines based on player feedback. Ember and Blade is available on PC via Steam.
Action roguelite Arms of God coming to Nintendo Switch
Dark Jay Studio has announced that their action roguelite game, Arms of God, will be released on the Nintendo Switch in 2027. The game features Doom-inspired gore, metal music, and roguelite mechanics, allowing players to wield and merge up to five weapons simultaneously. Players will battle through 60 levels across unique locations, choosing from 10 different heroes with distinct abilities.
Realm of Ink will be at gamescom Latam 2026
Publisher 4Divinity and developer Leap Studio announced that the action roguelite Realm of Ink will be playable at gamescom Latam 2026. The game is set to release on May 26, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. A collaboration with 91Act will bring a character from BlazBlue Entropy Effect into Realm of Ink.
Arms of God will launch in Early Access on June 8, 2026!
Dark Jay Studio announced that its action roguelite, Arms of God, will launch in Early Access on June 8, 2026, for PC platforms including Steam and Epic Games Store. The game features intense combat, weapon merging mechanics, and a dark fantasy aesthetic. Future updates plan to add co-op and console versions for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox.
5 Awesome Indie Games I Played At LVL UP Expo 2026
This article highlights five notable indie games showcased at LVL UP Expo 2026, featuring titles from The MIX and the Wishlisted Showcase. Games like The Dungeon Experience, Wanderburg, Cursemark, Bubsy 4D, and Grave Seasons are detailed with their descriptions, developers, publishers, and the author's impressions.
Confess Your Sins in CRYMELIGHT, the Next Installment in the Popular Dark Bishoujo Action Cry Series from FURYU; Launching Nov. 5
FURYU CORPORATION announced CRYMELIGHT, the latest installment in their "Dark Bishoujo Action" Cry series, set to release on November 5, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. This action roguelike, inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, features a young girl named Alice journeying through Purgatory to confront her sins and regain her memories.
