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Slay the Spire 2 hits nearly 575,000 concurrent players, almost beating Silksong's record
Slay the Spire 2 achieved a peak of nearly 575,000 concurrent players on Steam shortly after its Early Access launch, nearly matching the record set by Hollow Knight: Silksong. Mega Crit's sequel has reportedly sold 2.8 million units and generated $55.1 million in revenue. The developer switched to the Godot engine for Slay the Spire 2, citing dissatisfaction with Unity's Runtime Fee policy.
Coming Out in gaming this week — March 2, 2026
This article highlights new game releases scheduled for the week of March 2, 2026. Notable titles include Scott Pilgrim EX, Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered, Slay the Spire 2, and Marathon, launching across various platforms like PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Slay the Spire 2 dev compared it to unexciting 'chicken noodle soup' before its extraordinary launch, but it turns out people really, really like their soup
Slay the Spire 2 has seen an extraordinary launch, with developer Mega Crit expressing surprise at the overwhelming player response. The game achieved a peak of over 179,000 concurrent players on Steam, significantly outperforming its predecessor and other new releases. Mega Crit co-founder Casey Yano had previously described the original Slay the Spire as "chicken noodle soup" of video games, a humble comparison that belies the sequel's massive success.
Slay the Spire 2, Scott Pilgrim EX and other new indie games worth checking out
This roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games, including Slay the Spire 2, Scott Pilgrim EX, and Planet of Lana II. It also covers releases like The Legend of Khiimori and Lost and Found Co., alongside updates for Ratcheteer DX and Birds Watching. Upcoming titles like My Little Puppy and The House of Hikmah are also featured, along with Ballgame and Echobreaker.
How to heal and restore health in Slay the Spire 2
This guide explains how to heal and restore health in Slay the Spire 2. Players can recover HP at Rest Spots by choosing to Rest instead of Smith, or by using specific Relics and consumables found during runs. The Ironclad character also has a default relic, Burning Blood, that heals them after combat.
Slay the Spire 2 dev celebrates its instant success by reminding players to support 'small indie passion…
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved significant success since its early access launch on March 5, topping Steam's best-seller charts with over 224,000 concurrent players. Developer Mega Crit is reminding players to support "small indie passion projects" and plans to keep the game in early access for one to two years, adding new content.
I got stuck in a 13-day stalemate with an eldritch god in Bloodletter, and now it's my new favourite deckbuilder
Bloodletter is a new deckbuilder where players manage a medieval bathhouse, healing townsfolk afflicted by an eldritch god. The game features strategic card-based gameplay, with players balancing patient care against the monster's nightly attacks. Despite a challenging 13-day stalemate, the reviewer found the game's variation, art style, and core concept highly enjoyable, making it a new favorite.
Slay the Spire 2 is smashing Steam, but will it come to consoles too?
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved significant success on Steam Early Access, attracting over a quarter of a million players. Developer Mega Crit indicates that console and mobile versions are planned but will only be released after a successful PC Early Access period, which could last around a year.
Slay The Spire 2 Just Smashed This Huge Player Count Record
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a massive player count in Steam Early Access, reaching a peak of 282,314 concurrent players on its first day. This record-breaking launch surpasses other popular roguelike deckbuilders and positions it as a top performer on Steam, even outperforming several AAA releases. The game features a new four-player co-op mode and is expected to remain in early access for one to two years.
Slay the Spire 2’s Early Access Launch Has Almost Tripled the Original’s Lifetime Peak on Steam
Mega Crit's Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a strong early access launch on PC, reaching a peak of over 156,000 concurrent players on Steam, significantly surpassing the lifetime peak of its predecessor. The game introduces new cards, relics, five characters (three returning), and a new co-op mode for up to four players, set 1,000 years after the original.
Slay the Spire 2 Launches, Immediately Shatters a Concurrent Player Record on Steam - IGN
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a new concurrent player record for a roguelike on Steam during its early access launch, reaching over 177,000 players. This surpasses previous records set by Hades 2 and Mewgenics. The game is currently available on PC, with console versions expected after its full release.
Slay the Spire 2 is out now in Early Access with online co-op
Slay the Spire 2 has launched in Early Access, featuring solo and online co-op modes for up to four players. The game is built with the open-source Godot engine and includes native Linux support, with plans for 1-2 years of further development to add content, modes, and features. It achieved a peak of over 110,000 concurrent players shortly after release.
Indian-Infused Dustpunk Deckbuilder Nowhere Prophet Makes Its Mobile Debut Worldwide
The deckbuilder Nowhere Prophet, developed by Sharkbomb Studios and published by No More Robots, has launched worldwide on Android. Previously available on PC since July 2019, the game combines roguelike deck-building with tactical grid-based combat, set in a science-fiction post-apocalypse inspired by Indian culture. The mobile version is free-to-download with an optional in-app purchase to unlock the full game.
The PC game releases we're most excited about in March
March 2026 is set to be a busy month for PC game releases, featuring a variety of genres including the extraction shooter Marathon, the open-world action RPG Crimson Desert, and the horror remake Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Several other titles like Slay the Spire 2, Death Stranding 2, and SAND: Raiders of Sophie are also slated for release, alongside various game development events and Steam sales.
Top Indie Game Releases of December 2025, Part 2 – GTOGG’s Curated Picks – Hasta la vista, baby – GTOGG
This article highlights several indie game releases from December 2025, including Terminator 2D: NO FATE, Death Howl, Dead Format, Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence, Frostpunk 2: Fractured Utopias, Pioneers of Pagonia, and UNBEATABLE. The list covers various genres such as action, deckbuilder, survival horror, adventure, city building, and rhythm games, with Frostpunk 2 receiving a DLC expansion.
This week in PC games: Marathon, Slay The Spire 2, a promising Disco-like RPG and a monastic garden mystery
This week's PC game releases include Bungie's Marathon reboot, the early access launch of Slay the Spire 2, and a variety of indie titles. Notable releases span genres from life simulation and CRPGs to roguelikes and survival RTS games, offering diverse experiences for players.
Pokémon Winds, Go 'TK' Quest & Day Merch | TAG
This news roundup covers several Pokémon-related announcements, including the confirmation that Pokémon Winds and Waves, launching in 2027 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2, is inspired by Southeast Asia. It also details the Pokémon Go 'TK' Choose a Path quest, new merchandise for the 30th anniversary, and a dataminer's discovery of ROM support for older Pokémon titles in FireRed/LeafGreen Switch files. Additionally, the article touches on The Killing Stone's 'scare system,' Bluepoint Games' rejected Bloodborne remake pitch, Marathon's potential as a 2026 shooter, and Resident Evil Requiem's performance on the Steam Deck.
Vampire Crawlers from the Vampire Survivor dev is promising but not quite there yet
Vampire Crawlers, a spin-off from Vampire Survivors, is available as a demo during Steam Next Fest. While the card-based combat and potential for overpowered combinations are engaging, the core dungeon crawling aspect is described as boring and lacking discovery. The game is easy to pick up, but its current state may not appeal to all players, though future development could change this.
