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Armored Saint release visualizer for “Not On Your Life” — MP3s & NPCs
Armored Saint has released a visualizer for their song "Not On Your Life" from their latest album, Emotion Factory Reset. Vocalist John Bush discussed the lyrical inspirations behind the track, which includes references to classic slang. The band will embark on a North American co-headlining tour with Metal Church in November.
Brütal Legend is available free in honor of Tim Curry
Double Fine is offering Brütal Legend for free for a limited time to honor the late actor Tim Curry, who voiced the villain Doviculus. Curry also had roles in Gabriel Knight, Red Alert 3, and Dragon Age: Origins. This follows a similar free giveaway in tribute to Ozzy Osbourne.
Grim Trials – Heavy Metal Mayhem Hits The Afterlife
Grim Trials, an action roguelite combining heavy metal aesthetics with Hades-style gameplay, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £16.74. Players control Avelin, who must fight through the afterlife to become a Reaper and reunite with her loved one. The game features customizable weapons, a skill tree, and randomized blessings, with progression carrying over between runs.
Dark Reflection Twists Reality Into A Heavy Metal Nightmare
Dark Reflection, a pixel-art adventure game developed by Stamina Zero LLC and Slay Buherman, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC for £4.19. The game features side-scrolling action, exploration, puzzles, and inventory management within a warped reality, accompanied by a heavy metal soundtrack and offering multiple endings.
Anthrax release new single "Everybody's Got A Plan" — MP3s & NPCs
Anthrax has released a new single titled "Everybody's Got A Plan" from their upcoming album Cursum Perficio, due September 18 via Megaforce Records. The accompanying music video features live footage from their performance opening for Iron Maiden in Lisbon. Drummer Charlie Benante described the song as a favorite and the video as a montage matching the song's velocity.
Hippie Death Cult sign to Blacklight Media/Metal Blade Records — MP3s & NPCs
Portland-based hard rock band Hippie Death Cult has signed a new record deal with Blacklight Media and Metal Blade Records. The band announced that their new studio album will be released on the label in 2027. Hippie Death Cult is also embarking on several headlining tours across the United States and Europe in late 2026.
Grim Trials coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Soft Source and Glory Jam announced that their heavy metal action roguelite, Grim Trials, will launch on August 20, 2026, for Nintendo Switch. A demo is currently available on the Nintendo eShop. The game features customizable weapons, crafting, and a narrative where players explore the afterlife as a Reaper named Avelin.
Heavy Metal Dark Fantasy Slasher Slaughter Void Drops on Steam
Slaughter Void, a new heavy metal-inspired action roguelike from developer Dread Night and publisher Hyperstrange, has been released on Steam for PC. The game features one-hit-one-kill combat, 36 handcrafted levels, and a progression system that allows players to unlock new weapons and abilities between runs.
Heavy Metal Death Can – svensk ubåtsskräck i 70-talskostym
The Swedish-developed horror game Heavy Metal Death Can is set to release on May 28th. Players will navigate a submarine crew transformed into zombie-like monsters, with a soundtrack blending fusion jazz and heavy metal. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Devil Jam Review | TheXboxHub
Devil Jam is a survivor-like roguelite that blends heavy metal music with gameplay similar to Vampire Survivors. Players form a rock band that makes a deal with the Devil to defeat Death, using musical instruments as weapons. The game features a unique inventory system with abilities offered by the Seven Deadly Sins and roguelite progression through a hub shop, though it suffers from occasional audio stutters.
Armored Saint announce new album 'Emotion Factory Reset' — MP3s & NPCs
Armored Saint announced their ninth studio album, 'Emotion Factory Reset,' set for release on May 22 via Metal Blade Records. The album features 11 tracks, including the newly released single "Close To The Bone," and follows their 2020 album 'Punching the Sky.' Vocalist John Bush described the album's themes as reflecting human withdrawal and emotional responses. The band also revealed a series of upcoming North American and European tour dates.
World of Warships and metal band Sabaton are coming together with a new song about a battleship. Yep, tell me about it
World of Warships has announced a new collaboration with the Swedish heavy metal band Sabaton, featuring a new song titled 'Yamato' inspired by the Japanese battleship. The in-game event 'The Legend of Sabaton' Collection will introduce themed cosmetics, containers, and Sabaton's vocalist Joakim Brodén as a playable commander. This partnership continues a previous collaboration between the game and the band, building on their shared interest in historical storytelling.
Diablo 4 Redefines What It Means To Be A Warlock In The Most Diablo Way Possible
Blizzard Entertainment is introducing the Warlock class to Diablo 4 with the upcoming Lord of Hatred expansion. This new class represents the darker side of humanity and is heavily influenced by heavy metal music, offering a unique playstyle focused on controlling and sacrificing demons. The Warlock class will feature four distinct archetypes, each with a unique soul shard and greater demon summon.
