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The Relic: First Guardian Review
The Relic: First Guardian is a dark fantasy action game that fails to live up to its potential due to numerous bugs and technical issues. The review highlights the game's squandered potential and inexcusable flaws.
Prelude Dark Pain Early Access
Early Access for the tactical RPG Prelude Dark Pain has begun on PC via Steam. Developed by QUICKFIREGAMES and Firesquid, the game features a dark fantasy setting.
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STARCULT. Night- Twisted Age is a dark fantasy visual novel with romance and horror elements, available on Steam for PC. The game features a palette of emotions that reveal hidden intentions and alter the future.
Se lanseringstrailern för det mörka actionrollspelet Mistfall Hunter
Mistfall Hunter, a dark fantasy extraction game, has released its launch trailer ahead of its July 29th release. Players take on the role of a Gyldhunter, venturing into a dangerous world to collect resources and face both supernatural threats and other players. The game will be available on PC, include six customizable classes, and launch day one on Game Pass with a 10% discount for the first two weeks.
Lich Lords – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Lich Lords is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler featuring roguelike and souls-like combat elements. Players can sign up for a beta test to experience the game's randomized dungeons, character customization, and hack and slash action. The game allows for dynamic camera switching and party formation with various creatures.
My newest tactical RPG obsession is a grimdark tale of sparking revolution and kicking dudes off moving vehicles
Prelude Dark Pain is a new tactical RPG from Quickfire Games that combines grimdark fantasy with revolutionary themes and engaging turn-based combat. The game features directional attacks, flanking, and a battle point system, allowing for diverse character builds and tactical approaches. Early access is set to launch on Monday, July 27, 2026, with plans for continued development and price adjustments.
Assassin’s Creed Creator’s New Game Channels Fine Art And Slasher Cinema
1666: Amsterdam, the new supernatural dark fantasy game from Assassin's Creed creator Patrice Désilets and Panache Digital Games, draws inspiration from Dutch Golden Age art and 1960s slasher cinema. The game's art direction, which aims to replicate the styles of painters like Vermeer, has faced scrutiny due to the use of generative AI in its playable prologue, though the developers have pledged to replace these assets with human-created art before the full release on Steam and Epic Games Store.
The World Well: Blood of Caro Reveals August 18 Release Date at Bilibili World 2026
Beep Japan, Inc., 2P Games, and Pulling Lemon Studio announced that the dark fantasy visual novel The World Well: Blood of Caro will launch on Steam on August 18, 2026. A free demo is currently available on Steam, allowing players to experience the beginning of the story set in a world ruled by vampires.
Capcom’s Gorgeous PS5 Action Game Moves Up Release Date
Capcom has moved up the release date for its upcoming PlayStation 5 action game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, to September 4, 2026. The game will also be available on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This marks the first entry in the Onimusha series in 20 years, featuring samurai battling supernatural forces in a dark fantasy Japan.
Archetype Blue, a JRPG-inspired dark fantasy deckbuilder, now has a Steam demo
Codename Bom has released a free Steam demo for Archetype Blue, a dark fantasy deckbuilder inspired by JRPGs. Players control Mary, who inherits the mantle of Lancelot and journeys through a darkening world, recruiting over 50 companions to unlock new cards and build decks. The game combines JRPG storytelling with tactical deckbuilding combat and is planned for Early Access in 2026.
Hunt the Night Physical Editions Launch Today on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5
Physical editions of the dark fantasy action-RPG Hunt the Night are now available for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Developed by Moonlight Games and published by Selecta Play and DANGEN Entertainment, the game features fast-paced combat, deep lore, and extensive build customization.
Tails of Iron II: Whiskers of Winter x Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree Bundle Now Available on Steam
United Label has released a limited-time bundle on Steam featuring the dark fantasy action RPGs Tails of Iron II: Whiskers of Winter and Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree. The bundle is available with a 10% launch discount until July 9, 2026, offering players dozens of hours of challenging combat and character progression across two distinct hand-crafted worlds.
KRAFTON REVEALS FIVE-TITLE GAMESCOM 2026 LINEUP
KRAFTON has announced its lineup for gamescom 2026, featuring five upcoming titles. The showcase will include a new unannounced game from PUBG STUDIOS based on the PUBG IP, the first public look at Piccolo Studio's Age Twisters, and the debut of Boundary's dark fantasy action RPG TARAE: The Unbound. Also featured are Neon Giant's open-world FPS NO LAW and NIRVANANA's Multi-Team Tactical Arena game Project ZETA.
DICE CRAWLER ANNOUNCED - A DARK FANTASY DICE DUNGEON CRAWLING ROGUELITE
Solo developer Karol Sollich has announced Dice Crawler, a dark fantasy, dice-based dungeon crawling roguelite RPG. The game features a unique dice-based combat system where dice can be rolled for skills or thrown as weapons. Dice Crawler is targeting a mid-2027 release on PC via Steam.
“Chaos Zero Nightmare” Updates with Galactic Disaster Season 3 Story, “Starry Night”
Smilegate announced the 'Starry Night' update for Chaos Zero Nightmare, concluding Galactic Disaster Season 3. The update introduces Tenebria as a new Combatant with chain attack mechanics and a 'Jukebox' system for enjoying in-game music. Various in-game events are also available to celebrate the update.
The Death of Robin Hood stars say the film's hyperviolence and gore "made so much sense" when it came to telling a darker story about the legendary outlaw
The cast of The Death of Robin Hood discusses the film's hyperviolence, stating it is essential for telling a darker story about the legendary outlaw. Actors Hugh Jackman, Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgard, and Murray Bartlett explain how the brutal depiction of 13th-century England and Robin Hood's life sets the stage for his journey towards salvation. The film, directed by Michael Sarnoski, is set to release on June 19.
Nexon’s Embers of the Uncrowned MMOARPG has a free demo now live for Steam Next Fest
Nexon's dark fantasy MMOARPG, Embers of the Uncrowned, now has a free demo available on Steam as part of Steam Next Fest. The demo features 12 bosses, three core regions, and various gameplay systems, and will be available until June 22nd. The game has drawn some criticism for its use of AI in development.
DEMO AVAILABLE NOW - Embers of the Uncrowned at Steam Next Fest
NEXON has released a playable demo for their dark fantasy MMORPG, Embers of the Uncrowned, available during Steam Next Fest until June 22. The demo offers a substantial amount of gameplay, including main quests, side quests, and various boss encounters, showcasing the game's isometric combat and multiplayer features.
GENBA DIGITAL & PERP GAMES PARTNERSHIP FOR THE RELIC: FIRST GUARDIAN
Genba Digital and Perp Games have announced a partnership for the distribution of Project Cloud's dark fantasy soulslike ARPG, The Relic: First Guardian. The game is set to launch on PC on July 31st, with Genba Digital serving as the key PC distributor. The partnership aims to leverage Genba's distribution infrastructure and global retail network for a successful launch.
The Hunt Awaits: Everything You Need to Know About the Mistfall Hunter Open Beta on XBOX
Mistfall Hunter, a dark fantasy action extraction RPG, is launching its first open beta on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC from June 14 to June 22. The beta will introduce the new Withered Knight class and the Hallowgrove map, alongside other gameplay updates and exclusive cosmetics for participants. The game is set to officially launch on July 29, 2026, and will be available Day One with Xbox Game Pass.
