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Psyvariar 3 (Switch 1 & 2, PS5, X/S, PC)
Psyvariar 3 is set to release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game is a continuation of the vertically scrolling bullet hell shooter series that originated in arcades in the late 90s and early 2000s.
Classic Bullet Hell Remaster Revealed: “Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic - the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil” Enchants PC, Consoles Sept 9
Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic - the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil, a remastered edition of the classic Touhou Project bullet hell shooter, will be released on September 9, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. Developed by Shanghai Alice Reprise and published by Alliance Arts, the game features enhanced graphics, rearranged music by ZUN, and multiple gameplay modes. The release aims to introduce the beloved Touhou classics to a new generation of players worldwide.
Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic – the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic – the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil, a remastered bullet hell shooter, is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch on September 9, 2026. The game features enhanced graphics, rearranged music by original creator ZUN, and multiple language options including English. It offers both accessible gameplay with unlimited lives and authentic classic modes.
Deltarune Chapter 5 Finally Arrives On Switch 1 & 2 This Month
Toby Fox announced that Deltarune Chapter 5 will be released on Nintendo Switch on June 24th. The upcoming chapter will be a free update for all owners and features the series' signature writing and bullet hell turn-based battles. A trailer also teased that Chapter 6 is already in development.
Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic – the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil announced
Alliance Arts and Shanghai Alice Reprise have announced Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic – the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil, a remastered edition of the classic sixth Touhou Project game. The title is set for release on September 9th for PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, featuring enhanced graphics, rearranged music, and multiple language options.
Nuntius Games joins Steam Bullet Fest with discounts, major updates, and exclusive demos
Nuntius Games is participating in the Steam Bullet Fest, offering discounts on several titles including Machick 2, Shard Squad, Ghetto Zombies: Graffiti Squad, Dream Delirio, Vampires vs Mechas, and Bee vs Zombies. Machick 2 received a major free update adding Magical Fusions, and Dream Delirio has a playtest available. The festival runs from June 8 to June 15.
Just like Luftrausers before it, Wind Runners is proving I'm too careless a pilot to survive a bullet-hell dogfight
Wind Runners is a roguelite dogfighting game that challenges players with bullet-hell combat. The game features a vibrant Saturday morning cartoon aesthetic and a side-on view where players must master precise maneuvers to survive. Despite its difficulty, the game's engaging combat and visual style make it compelling to replay.
Here Are All The Games Announced During Summer Game Fest That You Can Play Right Now
Summer Game Fest has featured numerous game announcements, with many titles offering playable demos or early access versions immediately. Games like 1666 Amsterdam, Montabi, Gnaw, and Palworld are among those highlighted, with various demos and early access periods available on platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store.
What do you get if you cross Vampire Survivors with a casino? Slot Machine Gun, that’s what
Lakeview Games has announced Slot Machine Gun, a new roguelike deckbuilder shooter where players wield a weapon that combines a gun with a slot machine. The game features over 1,000 possible combinations and a risk-reward system with harder challenges for better loot. Slot Machine Gun is planned for PC with a 2027 release window.
Slot Machine Gun's Announcement Trailer
Lakeview Games has announced its upcoming title, Slot Machine Gun, with an animated trailer released on YouTube and Steam. This roguelike deckbuilder shooter features a unique "Slot Machine Gun" weapon that generates new combinations of guns and effects with each reload. The game is set for a 2027 release window on PC and will include over 1000 possible build combinations.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Summer Showcase: Every Announcement, trailer and Release date
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase 2026 featured over 70 announcements, including world premieres, gameplay reveals, and release dates for titles like ACE COMBAT 8: Wings of Theve, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and EXODUS. The event also highlighted numerous indie titles and provided updates on existing games such as Little Nightmares III: The Backstage and PowerWash Simulator 2. The showcase covered a wide range of genres and platforms, offering a glimpse into upcoming releases for PC and consoles.
Psyvariar 3 Review
Psyvariar 3 is a unique shoot 'em up that features a core "Buzz" mechanic encouraging players to graze enemy bullets to level up and gain temporary invincibility. While the game offers deep and exhilarating gameplay reminiscent of Doom Eternal, it suffers from a lack of proper tutorials for its complex systems. Despite basic presentation and UI, the inventive mechanics make it a fun experience to master.
Crash-Land into Bullet-Hell Chaos as MineGeon: Renegades Announces July 14th Release Date
Kickstone Studio announced that their co-op sci-fi bullet-hell roguelite, MineGeon: Renegades, will launch on July 14th, 2026, for PC. The game will be featured during Steam Bullet Fest and June Steam Next Fest. Players team up to scavenge, survive, and strike it rich beneath the planet PAIMO, battling enemies and coordinating abilities in intense combat.
Blood in the Panopticon – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Blood in the Panopticon is an ASCII bullet hell roguelike where players command combat android C424 through humanity extermination missions. The game features six unique bosses, over 100 upgrades, and a relationship system that influences C424's character development. A beta demo is available on Steam for PC.
Demos and Freebies
Brave Rounds, a close-range arcade bullet hell shoot 'em up, is now available on Steam for PC. The game features shooting and punching mechanics as players confront a mysterious cult.
From the Fruit Ninja devs, build the perfect sequence of individual shots in the bullet hell Guncrypt
Guncrypt, a new bullet hell game from Halfbrick Studios, combines unique movement mechanics with a deck-building style where players customize their revolver cylinder with different bullets. A playable demo is available on Steam, with native Linux support planned post-launch. The game features frantic combat and strategic bullet combinations, offering a challenging and unique experience.
Strategic bullet-hell shoot ’em up Brave Rounds explodes onto PC and Nintendo Switch
Developer PlayShift Games announced that its bullet-hell shoot 'em up, Brave Rounds, is now available on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch. The game features fast-paced, close-range combat, a story involving a cult conspiracy, and multiple gameplay modes including solo, co-op, and dual control.
Did Marvel’s Wolverine make a good impression in the State of Play?
Readers express mixed feelings about recent gaming showcases, with "Marvel's Wolverine" drawing comparisons to "Uncharted" and "Batman: Arkham Asylum" for its perceived lack of originality. Concerns are also raised about the frequency of sequels and the potential for Xbox to offer more surprising content. Additionally, discussions touch upon Nintendo's infrequent announcements, the modern trend of extensive post-launch downloads for games like "007 First Light," and the perceived decline in innovation within triple-A titles.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android - June 2026 round-up
This June 2026 roundup highlights new mobile game releases, including Nintendo's original title Pictonico!, the cozy farming sim Slime Rancher, and the chess-based roguelite Gambonanza. Other notable releases include the physics puzzler Perchang World, the word puzzle What's the Password?, the bullet hell shooter Phoenix 2, and the racing game Mystic Motors: Car Racing Game.
Free-to-Play Online Bullet Hell RPG Runeward Online Announced!
Developer FatHatCat has announced Runeward Online, a free-to-play online bullet hell RPG for PC launching June 2nd, 2026. The game features cooperative play, deep character customization with runes and pets, and a persistent multiplayer world for players to explore dungeons and trade loot.