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Sample the Saturn Strategy Sensation as Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute Comes to Console Courtesy of Clear River Games
Clear River Games, in partnership with City Connection and Omiya Soft, announced that Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute will be released in the West for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This enhanced version of the 1997 SEGA Saturn classic features English subtitles and quality-of-life improvements, including a rewind function and quick save/load. The game is a digital board game with deck-building mechanics and will be available in both digital and physical formats.
The cold comes for Tersa in Willow Guard’s Frostreign DLC, launching today
MiTale has launched the Frostreign DLC for their dark fantasy RPG Willow Guard today on PC via Steam. The expansion introduces new dangers, ancient portals, and an ally named Súri, continuing the story of Ghweros in an unnatural winter. Frostreign expands on the base game's combat, deck-building, and choice-driven storytelling.
Magin: The Rat Project Stories Out Now: Narrative Adventure and Card Combat Combine in a Dark, Comic-inspired World
Magin: The Rat Project Stories is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This narrative adventure game combines a branching comic-style story with strategic card combat, where player decisions directly influence their deck. Developed by Daedalic Entertainment, the game features a dark fantasy world and a non-linear storyline.
Dice of Kalm Hits 300k Downloads; Pepperbox Studios Releases New Game Modes and Gameplay Content
Pepperbox Studios announced that its dice-based roguelike, Dice of Kalma, has surpassed 300,000 downloads across PC, iOS, and Android platforms. The latest update introduces two new modes: 'Deathly Endless Mode' for a perpetual challenge and 'Casual Daily Mode' for a synchronized 24-hour challenge.
Best New Games For May 2026 – Xbox And Game Pass
May 2026 is set to be a significant month for Xbox and PC gamers, featuring a diverse lineup of new releases and Game Pass day-one titles. Highlights include the highly anticipated racing game Forza Horizon 6, the action-packed Motorslice, the cozy record store simulator Wax Heads, and the James Bond origin story 007 First Light. Several other titles across genres like survival, horror, and adventure will also be available.
ARC SEED Deploys Tactical Mech Combat On Xbox And Play Anywhere
ARC SEED, a turn-based strategy game blending mech combat with deckbuilding systems, has launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with Play Anywhere support. Developed by Massive Galaxy Studios, the game tasks players with piloting mechs to fight back against an alien invasion known as the Angels, utilizing tactical planning and a card-based action system.
Husk Protocol Playtest
Playtesting is currently available for the deckbuilding mecha game Husk Protocol on Steam. An announcement trailer provides a glimpse into the gameplay experience for players who join the playtest.
Sci-Fi Roguelike Deckbuilder 'Voice of Belldona' Launches Next Month; New Trailer Streaming Now
The sci-fi roguelike deckbuilder 'Voice of Belldona' is set to launch on PC via Steam on May 20. Developed by Storycrop and published by Okasan’s Recipe, the full release features over 120 cards, 50 blessings, permanent upgrades, and a "Wish" system. The game is set in a war-torn world shaped by a mysterious entity named Cheryl and includes multiple areas, enemy types, and story-driven events.
Drop Duchy est disponible MAINTENANT sur PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox et Xbox Game Pass!
Drop Duchy: Complete Edition is now available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox, including Xbox Game Pass. This edition features all previously released DLC, The Tribe and The North, offering a complete strategic experience. The game blends deckbuilding, puzzle mechanics, and roguelite progression in a charming medieval world.
Witch the Showdown Preview - A Card-Based Action Hybrid That Thrives
Witch the Showdown is a deckbuilding action hybrid developed by CitalesGames, featuring anime-inspired visuals and a unique combat system that blends card mechanics with real-time dodging and parrying. The game, set for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, includes a story mode, a roguelike tournament mode, and deck customization options.
New Slay the Spire 2 update reworks Ironclad's most unpopular card and makes lower Ascensions easier
Slay the Spire 2 developer Megacrit has released beta patch notes detailing significant card reworks and adjustments to lower Ascension difficulties. The update aims to improve approachability and balance, with specific attention given to Ironclad's underperforming cards like Conflagration and Drum of Battle, and reworks to several Ancients picks. The studio is gradually tweaking difficulty scaling to create a greater distinction between Ascension levels.
Mount Your Mecha Battle Suit and Craft Your Deck For Roguelite Combat in Husk Protocol - Playtest Available Now
Husk Protocol, a deck-driven mecha combat roguelite developed by ODD SUB and published by Fireshine Games, has launched an open playtest on Steam. The game features bruto-punk visuals, intense mech battles where healing is impossible, and strategic deckbuilding with salvaged components. Players must manage their mech and decide when to abandon it to survive.
Neon Village: The 87% Positive Deck-building Puzzle hits v1.0 on April 24!
Indie studio Encraft announced that their deck-building puzzle game, Neon Village, will launch its version 1.0 on PC via Steam on April 24th for $9.99. The full release includes a new biome, a badge system, an endless mode, and a significant content boost, with a 20% launch discount available for the first two weeks.
Echo Generation 2 Launches For PC and Xbox Series X|S on May 27 | Console Creatures
Cococucumber announced that its sci-fi deck-building adventure game Echo Generation 2 will launch on May 27 for PC and Xbox Series X|S, available day one on Xbox Game Pass. The sequel features turn-based combat with over 150 cards and a voxel art style inspired by 80s and 90s sci-fi films.
Echo Generation 2 will launch May 27th on PC and Xbox Series X|S
Cococucumber announced that Echo Generation 2 will launch on May 27th for PC and Xbox Series X|S, available day one with Xbox Game Pass. The sci-fi deckbuilding adventure features turn-based combat with over 150 cards and follows the story of Jack, an ex-special ops soldier trapped in another dimension.
Card-Battling Spin-Off Is Brilliantly Addictive – Expert Game Reviews
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard successfully transplants the addictive loop of Vampire Survivors into a first-person dungeon crawler with a deckbuilding combat system. While the early hours can be slow and boss encounters require tuning, the game offers deep synergies and a satisfying progression loop. For $10, it provides significant replayability for fans of either genre.
Alien Strike and Heroes of Magic and Steel will be released in May
Nuntius Games has announced the May release dates for two upcoming titles: Alien Strike: Blasting the Intruders on May 7 and Heroes of Magic and Steel on May 28. Both games are initially launching on Steam, with future releases planned for Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series S/X, and PlayStation 4/5. Alien Strike is a cooperative run 'n gun with an anime-inspired aesthetic, while Heroes of Magic and Steel is a tactical strategy game featuring deckbuilding and hex grid battles.
Sunyata CCG Announces Playable Demo Launching May 4, Coinciding with Steam Deckbuilders Fest
Independent studio Nagarjuna Games announced that the first public demo for their fantasy collectible card game, Sunyata CCG, will launch on May 4, coinciding with Steam's Deckbuilders Fest. The demo will feature four constructed decks, Draft Mode, and both PvE and PvP gameplay, showcasing the game's unique mana system and hand-drawn art.
FLASK – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
FLASK is a new roguelike autobattler game focused on alchemical greed, where players build unstable homunculi, barter with merchants, and battle monster hordes. The game combines deckbuilding strategy with autobattle combat in a dark fantasy world, featuring over 500 unique flasks and asynchronous multiplayer combat. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Slay the Spire 2 plummets to 66% positive lifetime Steam reviews as players seethe after first major update: "Preventing players from deckbuilding in a deckbuilder"
Slay the Spire 2 has seen a significant increase in negative Steam reviews following its first major update, with players criticizing limitations on deckbuilding and increased difficulty. The update has led to a lifetime review score of 66% positive, with recent reviews at 48% positive. Developers Mega Crit are facing criticism over balance changes that some feel detract from the core deckbuilding experience.
