Action Roguelite
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Archangel: Demon Rush – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Archangel: Demon Rush, a third-person action roguelite combining fortress building with simultaneous combat, is entering an open beta. Players simultaneously place defenses and engage in direct combat against demon hordes. The game features real-time defense placement, free turret placement without grid restrictions, and a build system that evolves with stacked cards and weapon synergies.
Sephiria Costumes Guide - All Character Unlocks
This guide details all unlockable costumes in the action roguelite game Sephiria, explaining the stat changes and visual alterations each outfit provides. The article lists each costume, its unlock condition, and its specific effects on gameplay. Sephiria has recently received its full release on PC after a year in early access.
Dead Cells studio thanks Guillermo del Toro for playing its game, gently suggests he try the easy mode
Following comments from director Guillermo del Toro about the difficulty of Dead Cells, developer Motion Twin has responded. The studio thanked del Toro for playing their game and recommended he try the game's existing Assist mode, which offers features like easier resurrection.
Game Demos
Fully Automated is a fast-paced action roguelite available on PC and macOS. Players can destroy or demoralize foes and shape the future of their world while facing relentless enemy waves.
Ground Zero Hero now coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Ground Zero Hero is now slated for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 on August 20, 2026, with a listing appearing on the Nintendo eShop. The game is an action roguelite featuring bullet hell combat and survival mechanics, where players absorb enemy remains to evolve and create unique builds. It will be priced at $9.99, with a 10 percent pre-order discount available.
Shard Squad – Colourful Creature Combat And Endless Team Building
Shard Squad, an action roguelite focused on assembling elemental creature teams, has launched on PC and consoles including Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £5.79. Developed by The Root Studios and published by Nuntius Games, the game features over 28 playable Shards with unique traits and evolved forms, encouraging strategic squad combinations and synergies. The game offers a campaign lasting around 20 hours, with 10 maps, 59 boss battles, and local co-op.
Game Demos
Steel Maiden is a fast-paced action roguelite available on PC via Steam. The game features a two-button control scheme and emphasizes player-created combat styles that change with each playthrough.
Blood Dungeon announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, from Nidhogg creators
Messhof has announced Blood Dungeon, a new action roguelike bullet heaven game, for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The game is set to launch on August 25, 2026, and features frenetic, movement-focused gameplay with over 100 enemies, unlockable characters, weapons, and a dynamic soundtrack.
Roguebound Pirates – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Roguebound Pirates is an action roguelike where the player's grid-based inventory physically manifests as their ship's layout. Players embark on missions with varying objectives and rulesets, earning resources to build a pirate base, unlock new equipment, and design custom emblems. The game features multiple difficulties, diverse upgrades, and a large arsenal for high replayability, and is currently in open beta.
Tears of Metal Early Access Review – Dynasty Worriers
Tears of Metal is an action roguelike that mixes elements of Dynasty Warriors and MMOs, now available in Early Access. While the game boasts impressive style, music, and enjoyable co-op violence, its core gameplay loop and power-up variety feel repetitive, potentially hindering replayability. Developer Paper Cult plans to add more heroes, equipment, and village content.
Rogue Striker – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Rogue Striker is a new sports roguelite combining arcade football with strategic card drafting. Players build squads, make tactical decisions, and compete in tournaments with simple controls for deep gameplay. The game features drop-in/drop-out cooperative play for up to eight players and offers a unique strategic challenge with each playthrough.
Qianli: The Vastscape Scroll Released
Qianli: The Vastscape Scroll, a casual strategy roguelite with building and puzzle elements, has been released on Steam for PC. Developed by Betobe Studio and published by 2P Games, the game offers a unique blend of genres for players.
Action Roguelike House of the Lost: Revived Is Now Out on Android
The action roguelike House of the Lost: Revived has been released on Android, marking a comeback for the 2013 title. Developed and published by F5 Games, the revived version features improved visuals and mechanics, including directional shooting controls and online leaderboards, while retaining the original story of rescuing a sister from a haunted mansion. The game is available for free with a one-time purchase to unlock the full content.
Nocturnal Blood - Free Online Browser Game
Nocturnal Blood is a free online browser game described as an atmospheric, top-down action survival roguelite RPG. Players battle hordes of creatures in a dark medieval gothic world, using blood magic and mutations to reclaim a throne. The game requires no downloads and plays instantly in a browser.
Ascend to ZERO Warps onto Xbox and Game Pass
The action roguelike Ascend to Zero has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC, featuring Xbox Play Anywhere support and day-one availability on Game Pass. Developed by Flyway Games, the title incorporates time travel mechanics, evolving builds, and frantic combat, offering a fresh take on the roguelike genre.
Ascend to ZERO Review – Tick-tock on the clock
Ascend to ZERO is a stylish action roguelite where a 30-second timer is the core mechanic, allowing players to freeze and unfreeze time to strategize. The game features satisfying hybrid autobattler and bullet-hell combat, with deep build customization and rewarding progression systems. Despite a light narrative and initially overwhelming hub systems, its addictive gameplay loop and unique time mechanics make it highly replayable.
Garden Souls brings stylish combo action to the roguelite genre with fast-paced combat and endless build possibilities
Statera Studio, the Brazilian developer behind Pocket Bravery, has announced Garden Souls, a new action roguelite featuring fast-paced combat and deep build customization. Players control four Plant Princesses battling corruption through procedurally generated biomes, utilizing a combo system inspired by character action and fighting games.
Action Roguelike RPG Phantom Tower Enters Early Access July 13th
Horien Studio announced that its action roguelike RPG, Phantom Tower, will enter Early Access on Steam on July 13th, 2026. The game features hack-and-slash combat, deep dungeon crawling, eight playable classes, elemental combat systems, and extensive gear customization.
Hyperwired launch trailer – space shooter hits Nintendo Switch
The 2D pixel art roguelike space shooter Hyperwired has launched on Nintendo Switch, featuring procedural levels and challenging bosses. Developed by SidralGames and published by Entalto Publishing and SelectaPlay, the game emphasizes resource management and offers over 10 different ships with unique gameplay modes.
Indie Selects for July 2026: Gameplay That Will Make Summer Pop
Xbox highlights five indie games for July 2026: Mina the Hollower, Realm of Ink, Bellwright, Coffee Talk Tokyo, and NBA The Run. These selections feature strong personalities, rewarding progression, and distinct worlds, offering a variety of genres from action-adventure and roguelites to survival and visual novels.
