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Dragonkin: The Banished Review | TheXboxHub
Dragonkin: The Banished is an action RPG hack 'n' slash developed by Eko Software and published by NACON, available on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. The game features a compelling story, detailed enemy designs, and a deep customization system through its ancestral grid. Despite some initial technical issues with frame stutters and pop-in, the gameplay loop of combat and loot collection is highly satisfying, making it a strong entry point for both new and veteran players of the genre.
Morbid Metal is a deeply satisfying hack 'n' slash with some subpar roguelike elements, but hey, that's…
Morbid Metal, a new hack 'n' slash with roguelike elements from developer Screen Juice, offers deeply satisfying core combat and a compelling shapeshifting mechanic. While its roguelike elements and upgrade systems are currently underdeveloped, the game's strong moment-to-moment gameplay and reasonable early access price make it a promising title.
Koshmar: The Last Reverie Preview | IGN
Koshmar: The Last Reverie is a third-person action game that blends the aesthetic of Alice: Madness Returns with Mass Effect-inspired morality systems and roguelike elements. The game aims to bring character action gameplay into the modern era.
SoulQuest Launches on Steam May 1st
SoulQuest, a 2D hack-and-slash action game developed by SoulBlade Studio and Tomas J Pereyra, is set to launch on Steam for PC on May 1st. The game features Celtic mythology and a Kickstarter campaign is currently available.
MORBID METAL NOW AVAILABLE IN EARLY ACCESS ON STEAM
Morbid Metal, a hack-and-slash roguelite developed by Screen Juice, is now available in Early Access on Steam for PC. The game features shapeshifting abilities, procedurally generated levels, and three distinct playable characters. A launch discount is available for a limited time.
Morbid Metal Early Access
Morbid Metal, a fast-paced hack-and-slash roguelite developed by SCREEN JUICE and published by Ubisoft, has launched on PC via Steam Early Access. The game is now available for players to purchase and experience as it continues its development.
Challenge the Gods, Reclaim Your Love: SoulQuest to Arrive on Steam on May 1, 2026
SoulQuest, a side-scrolling hack-and-slash game developed by SoulBlade Studio and published by indie.io, is set to release on Steam for PC on May 1, 2026. Players will control Alys, a Celtic warrior, in a story of loss and vengeance against the goddess of death, Morrigan, utilizing a freeform, combo-based combat system inspired by Celtic folklore.
Koshmar: The Last Reverie Is a Fast-Paced Action-Adventure With a Mass Effect-Like Morality System
Koshmar: The Last Reverie is a fast-paced action-adventure game that blends the visual style of Alice: Madness Returns with a Mass Effect-inspired morality system. It features third-person hack-and-slash combat and incorporates roguelike elements.
Morbid Metal release countdown: Exact date and time
Morbid Metal is set to launch in early access on PC on Wednesday, April 8th. The hack-and-slash action roguelite features players as the last AI in a dystopian simulation, with three playable characters and upgradeable skills. The early access version will include approximately 10 hours of content, two biomes, and two bosses.
Torvak the Warrior - GreenSnake releases a Godot PC remake of an Amiga 16bit classic
Independent developer GreenSnake has released a PC remake of the 1990 Amiga hack-and-slash platformer, Torvak the Warrior, built with the Godot engine. This modern version faithfully recreates the original's gameplay mechanics, including the unique "cracking" system for items, while enhancing visuals and audio. The game is available for free, with options to contribute to development and access the source code.
Morbid Metal Early Access Preview | Cloud Dosage
Felix Schade's upcoming roguelike hack-and-slash game, Morbid Metal, was showcased in a new trailer during the Future Games Show. The trailer provided a closer look at the game's intense combat, suggesting it could be a dream for action game enthusiasts. Morbid Metal is currently in development for PC.
Morbid Metal Early Access Next Week
Ubisoft announced that Early Access for Morbid Metal, a hack-and-slash action roguelite developed by Felix Schade, will begin next week. The game is described as having started as a dream for the solo developer.
Ubisoft-Published Hack-and-Slash Roguelike 'Morbid Metal' Enters Early Access April 8 on Steam
Ubisoft and SCREEN JUICE announced that their roguelike hack-and-slash game Morbid Metal will enter Early Access on PC via Steam on April 8, 2026. The game will feature real-time character shifting, mid-run customization, and meta-progression systems. The Early Access roadmap will be revealed on April 17.
Morbid Metal launches in Early Access on April 8
The roguelike hack-and-slash action game Morbid Metal is launching in Early Access for PC via Steam on April 8. The game will be available on the Steam platform.
Morbid Metal Early Access Preview—Cyber Slash
Morbid Metal is an action roguelike that blends hack and slash combat with platforming and a unique form-switching mechanic. Players control a sentient AI in a post-apocalyptic simulation, utilizing a third-person camera and a generous dodge system. Despite some early access polish issues, the game offers a stylish cyberpunk aesthetic and engaging gameplay.
Japanese Dev Goes Indie After Zero Credits, Creates TONIN: Rabbit Ninja
A Japanese developer, frustrated by years of uncredited work on cancelled projects at a larger company, has gone indie to create TONIN: Rabbit Ninja. This sleek hack-and-slash action game represents a growing trend of developers leaving traditional structures to pursue their creative visions. The game's development highlights the benefits of focused, independent game design over corporate-driven projects.
Dunjons - A small turn-based dungeon hack/slash from Zooperdan for the Amiga
Dunjons, a new turn-based dungeon crawler from developer Zooperdan, has been released for the Amiga. Created using AmiBlitz3, the game features a classic hack-and-slash premise where players retrieve a stolen artifact from four dungeons. It includes features like a line-of-sight system, A* pathfinding for enemies, and player stat upgrades.
Dragonkin: The Banished Review - Jump Dash Roll
Dragonkin: The Banished is a fantasy action roleplaying game that combines hack-and-slash combat with Soulslike challenges. Players must face and defeat an ancient race of dragons in this new title.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Takes Dynasty Warriors to New Battlefields
This opinion piece discusses how the Dynasty Warriors franchise, despite its repetitive core gameplay, found new life through collaborations, particularly with Nintendo's Hyrule Warriors and its sequel, Age of Calamity. These titles successfully blended the hack-and-slash formula with deeper RPG elements and compelling narratives, revitalizing the genre and expanding beloved IPs like The Legend of Zelda.
Romeo is a Dead Man Review – Pure Suda 51 Chaos Unleashed | Invision Game Community
Romeo is a Dead Man is a chaotic and stylish action game from Grasshopper Manufacture, directed by Goichi Suda. It blends hack and slash combat with various mini-games and a unique multiverse-spanning take on Romeo and Juliet. While its presentation and gameplay are unconventional, it offers an accessible yet challenging experience for fans of Suda 51's distinct style.
