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DEAD SPIN: Gamble for Your Life in a Horror Slot-Machine Roguelike Deckbuilder
Strong Monkey Games announced DEAD SPIN, a horror roguelike deckbuilder featuring slot-machine duels, set to release in late 2026 for PC via Steam. The game will have a Steam Playtest and features over 250 items, unique opponents, and a grimy VHS-inspired horror aesthetic.
Bet Your Life in Blackout Jack - Brutal Blackjack Roguelike Revealed for Steam
Developer Blargis has revealed Blackout Jack, a blackjack-inspired roguelike deckbuilder for PC via Steam, with a playtest launching July 15. The game features a grimdark medieval setting where players must gamble with their lives, construct strategies to kill the dealer, and explore a mysterious city for clues and tools.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+ 2, The Planet Crafter, Palworld 1.0, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout July, including the full release of Palworld 1.0, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2, and Gears of War: Reloaded. The service will also feature updates for games like Wuthering Waves and League of Legends, while several titles are scheduled to leave the library on July 15.
10 gorgeous indies to check out in July 2026
This article highlights ten indie games scheduled for release in July 2026 across PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The featured titles span various genres including literary experiences, supernatural life-sims, time-bending roguelikes, puzzle adventures, 3D platformers, rhythm visual novels, sci-fi deckbuilders, action RPGs, and cozy plant shop simulations.
"I could feel myself coming apart at the seams": Suicide Squad leads on almost leaving the games industry after its failure
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League co-director Axel Rydby and associate design director Johnny Armstrong considered leaving the games industry due to the game's troubled development and public failure. They discussed the shift from Rocksteady's traditional single-player games to a live-service model, the pressure from Warner Bros. executives, and the eventual decision to move on. Both developers have since started a new studio and are crowdfunding their upcoming game, Secret of Circadia.
Lunchbreak Tactics, a quirky deckbuilder inspired by convenience stores, is now available on Mac
The convenience-store-themed roguelike autobattler Lunchbreak Tactics is now available on Mac, developed by Borealys Games. A new quality-of-life update for PC players also released today, coinciding with a 25% discount during the Steam Summer Sale. The game features asynchronous card battles with unique convenience store item-based clans.
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.
Roguelike Match2 Memory Deckbuilder Replicat Is Out Now
Erabit Studio's new mobile title, Replicat, is a memory-matching roguelike deckbuilder that revolves around flipping cards and matching pairs of cats. Players collect Curios and Essences to modify their decks and strengthen cards, leading to unpredictable builds and strategic gameplay. The game features over 90 cards, 80 curios, 10 starter decks, and 21 stages, with adorable cat artwork and a vibrant presentation. Replicat is available on the Google Play Store for a one-time purchase of $4.99.
Dziady Preview – Know your enemy in this atmospheric slice of Polish folklore
Dziady is an upcoming deckbuilder from Dem Entertainment that incorporates Polish folklore and traditions. Players must understand and empathize with their enemies to succeed, uncovering lore to exploit weaknesses. The game emphasizes atmosphere and a unique card system where actions affect both the player and opponents.
Die to Play – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Die to Play is a new deckbuilder game featuring dice mechanics, set within a cursed retro computer game found in a haunted mansion. Players build customizable decks and manipulate dice in turn-based combat against nightmarish foes, with a 'die to progress' loop that unlocks shortcuts and story fragments. The game blends classic PC aesthetics with modern psychological horror elements.
The 10 best games I played during Steam Next Fest: June 2026 edition
This article highlights ten notable games showcased during the June 2026 Steam Next Fest, featuring a diverse range of indie titles. Despite the overwhelming number of demos, the author found several promising games, including Moss: The Forgotten Relic, FISH, and GEPPY-X, maintaining optimism for the future of gaming.
10 great games to grab during the Steam Summer Sale 2026
The Steam Summer Sale 2026 offers significant discounts on a variety of PC games until July 9th. Notable deals include Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth at 60% off, Dave the Diver at 50% off, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt at 90% off. The sale features a mix of genres and includes titles like Blasphemous 2, Robocop: Rogue City, and Hotline Miami.
Raccoin: Coin Pusher Roguelike announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Playstack and Doraccoon have announced Raccoin: Coin Pusher Roguelike, a roguelike deckbuilder that combines coin pusher mechanics with strategic item usage. The game is planned for a fall release on consoles, including the Nintendo Switch 2. Players can expect to discover unique coins and items to create powerful combos and utilize different characters with distinct playstyles.
The Dark RPG that mixes Deckbuilder Roguelite Gameplay with Anime Visual Novel Narrative is Coming to PC on July 22
The roguelite deckbuilder RPG Annihilated, developed by Death Kumiai and published by Flashlight Games, is set to launch on PC via Steam on July 22, 2026. The game features a dark and cute art style, a narrative-driven dungeon crawler with four distinct character routes, and turn-based card battles with a focus on strategy and reflexes.
Mage Food Truck's big free update: Short Order Swamp
Mage Food Truck, a culinary deckbuilder by solo developer Adam Stewart of One Man Left, has received a free update introducing a new replayable scenario called Short Order Swamp. This scenario takes players to the Cro'ako frog people's home realm, featuring new threats, item cards, and a focus on simple, fast-paced recipes for high scores.
Hell Maiden Early Access Release Date Revealed
The deck-builder bullet heaven game Hell Maiden will launch in Early Access on July 16, featuring the first two Circles of Hell with new challenges and boss fights. The release will include voice acting by Diana Garnet and Phoebe Chan, and the opening theme will be crafted by the band Mili. Hell Maiden is inspired by Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 206 - Montabi Steam Next Fest Demo
The ShackStream Indie-licious livestream will feature a demo of Montabi, a creature collector deckbuilder roguelike developed by Monkibo and published by Akupara Games. The game is participating in the Summer 2026 Steam Next Fest and is slated for an August release. Players collect creatures to build a fighting force and save their city.
Hell Maiden launches in Early Access on July 16
AstralShift announced that their deckbuilder game Hell Maiden will launch in Early Access for PC on July 16. The game is a horde survival deckbuilder inspired by Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy, featuring strategic deck building, fighting demon hordes, and befriending historical poets.
Roguelite deckbuilder Fogpiercer goes full steam ahead with summer release date
The roguelite deckbuilder Fogpiercer is set to release on July 17, 2026, for PC via Steam, GOG, and the Microsoft Store, and will be available day one on PC Game Pass. Developed by Mad Cookies Studio and published by Hooded Horse, the game challenges players to optimize their train and deck to survive a post-apocalyptic winter wasteland.
Little Tree Kingdom, a Deckbuilder City-Builder Hybrid Where You Grow a Gnome Colony Inside a Tree, Free Demo Available Now on Steam
Independent studio Bumi Studio, published by Web Global Gaming, has released a free demo for their deckbuilder city-builder hybrid game, Little Tree Kingdom, on PC via Steam. Players manage a gnome colony inside a tree, using cards to build structures and manage resources while facing disasters and phantomlings.