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Heroes of Magic & Cards receives Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Heroes of Magic & Cards, a deckbuilding roguelike, will be released on Nintendo Switch on September 24, 2026, for $12.99. The game features poker-hand mechanics for abilities, multiple heroes with unique skills, and over 140 relics to customize runs.
KONAMI PRESS START Reveals Rhapsody in Scarlet, Project Zircon and More | Invision Game Community
KONAMI's PRESS START event revealed several new titles including Rhapsody in Scarlet, a story-driven action-adventure set in 1920s New York, and Project Zircon, a deck-building roguelike. Updates were also provided for KONAMI Wai Wai World Craft, SILENT HILL: Townfall, Rev. NOiR, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, and eFootball Kick-Off!.
Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend gets surprise Nintendo Switch release
Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend, a deck-building roguelike originally released in 2022, has received a surprise shadowdrop release on the Nintendo Switch. The game features five playable characters, each with unique strategies, and over 200 danmaku effects. It is available for $30, with a 20 percent discount until September 9.
Slay the Spire 2 just got its biggest patch yet, with so many new relics, buffed cards, and massive nerfs that players…
Mega Crit has released a significant patch for Slay the Spire 2, introducing new relics, buffing and nerfing numerous cards, and reworking existing mechanics. These changes aim to rebalance strategies and challenge players who have mastered the deckbuilding roguelike's combinations.
Talespinner announced for Nintendo Switch
Publisher Kwalee and developer Flash Cat Games have announced that the deck-building roguelike adventure Talespinner will be released on Nintendo Switch on August 6. The game features a narrative shaped by player decisions and deck construction, inspired by Japanese mythology, with three playable characters and over 200 battle cards.
Three Kingdoms: BOND — Now Available in Early Access Plus four “Time-Saver” DLC packs, available at launch
Get Wrapped Up Inc. has launched Three Kingdoms: BOND in Early Access on PC for $7.49, featuring a deck-building roguelite army battler gameplay. The game, produced by former SEGA producer Yasuhiro Nishiyama, offers over 100 warlords and supports 1-2 players with online versus. Four "Time-Saver" DLC packs are also available at launch for $4.99 each, allowing immediate access to specific factions.
500,000 Players Later—Dice of Kalma Gets a Major New Update & New Cinematic Trailer
Pepperbox Studios has released a major "Funeral Fashion" update for their deckbuilding roguelike, Dice of Kalma, introducing a new cosmetic system for player customization. The update also adds six new skulls and royal capes to supporter packs. The game has surpassed 500,000 players worldwide and is available on PC, iOS, and Android.
Relief Released
2P Games and Billiontail have launched the deckbuilding roguelike game Relief on Steam for PC. The game is set in a post-Journey to the West urban legend setting and features a female roster of characters.
Relief, the Myth-Inspired Deckbuilding Roguelike, releases today on Steam!
The deckbuilding roguelike Relief, inspired by Chinese mythology and urban legends, has been released on PC via Steam by developers Billiontail and publisher 2P Games. The game features five unique spirit companions, extensive card and artifact customization, and a 14-day cycle structure, with a 15% launch discount available for two weeks.
Developer PocketsOfEnergy has released a playable PC demo on Steam for Jack Pottwin: House of Odds, an upcoming casino-themed deckbuilding roguelike.
Developer PocketsOfEnergy has released a playable PC demo for their upcoming casino-themed deckbuilding roguelike, Jack Pottwin: House of Odds, on Steam. The demo includes the first four bosses, an unrestricted card pool, and allows players to experiment with the game's unique real-time card crafting system. Community feedback from this demo will directly influence the final game's development.
SANGOKUSHI BOND Demo Now Available During Steam Next Fest
Get Wrapped Up Inc. has announced that a demo for their upcoming PC title, SANGOKUSHI BOND, is available during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22, 2026. The demo features the new Board Performance mode with 14 tactical stages. The full game, a deck-building army battler with over 100 warlords, is planned for a summer 2026 release on Steam for $7.99 USD.
Mori Carta Wants To Reinvent Deckbuilding
Mori Carta, a deckbuilding roguelike developed by Nevergreen Games and published by Secret Item Games, is launching on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game aims to simplify deckbuilding mechanics by focusing on left/right decision-making, while still offering over 1,000 playable cards, four distinct heroes, and hundreds of enemies.
Jack Pottwin: House of Odds Announcement Trailer
Developer PocketsOfEnergy has announced Jack Pottwin: House of Odds, a casino-themed deckbuilding roguelike for PC. Players will climb a 10-story casino tower, fusing cards and poker hands to gain traits and escape a fever dream where bosses are human addicts fused into casino machines. The game features an 'Odds System' to influence probabilities and a 'Death Legacy' system for failed runs.
Shroom and Gloom is a deckbuilding roguelike that has you growing together 2 different stacks of fungal cards
Shroom and Gloom is an upcoming deckbuilding roguelike from Team Lazerbeam that features two distinct decks: one for exploration and one for combat. The game eschews traditional block cards, focusing instead on stacking max HP and healing items to mitigate damage. A new demo is available, with early access launching later this year.
Return to the Paperverse: HELLCARD II Unveils Dark New Adventure and Deep RPG Overhaul in Latest Trailer Reveal
Publisher Skystone Games and developer Thing Trunk revealed a new trailer for HELLCARD II, showcasing the "Blackmail Manor" chapter and expanded RPG mechanics like persistent gear and character stats. The co-op deckbuilding sequel, launching on PC and consoles in Q3 2026, introduces a living storybook experience where player choices influence the narrative.
This week's Epic Games freebies will let you open your dream cat cafe, and dive into a Queen's Blood-like space battler
The Epic Games Store is offering Calico, a cozy cat cafe simulation game, and Lonestar, a deckbuilding roguelike space battler, for free this week. Calico focuses on rebuilding a cat cafe and interacting with animal companions, while Lonestar involves dice-based ship combat and strategic resource management. Both games have received updates from their respective developers, Peachy Keen Games and Math Tide.
KAZUMA KANEKO’S TSUKUYOMI IS OUT NOW ON THE NINTENDO SWITCH SYSTEM
KAZUMA KANEKO’S TSUKUYOMI, a new RPG developed by Colopl and featuring art by Kazuma Kaneko, has been released for the Nintendo Switch. The game combines deck-building roguelike elements with a compelling story and character design. Notably, characters Dante, Nero, and Vergil from Devil May Cry 5 appear as potential allies after challenging battles.
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors Review
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard attempts to build upon the success of Vampire Survivors by incorporating deckbuilder roguelite and dungeon crawler elements. While it offers satisfying combos and numerous unlocks, the game's core mechanics feel shallow compared to its predecessor and the broader genre, leading to a repetitive experience after initial levels.
Mega Crit are working on three new Slay the Spire 2 modes, just don't place any bets on them all making it in
Mega Crit is developing three new modes for Slay the Spire 2, including competitive, time-constrained, and social multiplayer options. Co-founder Casey Yano emphasized that these modes are not guaranteed to be in the final release, as the team prioritizes maintaining the core experience and avoiding unnecessary features.
Build Your Ultimate Magic In Legendary Spell
Legendary Spell, a deck-building roguelike now available on Xbox Series X|S, challenges players to experiment with over 100 magical abilities to create powerful spell combinations. The game features wave-based combat against over 50 enemy types and encourages adaptive strategies. A Deluxe Edition includes the Spell Panic DLC for a more challenging experience.
