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2D Metroidvania 'SHADE Protocol' Kickstarter Launch Set for June 2, 2026
Indie studio Little Legendary announced that its 2D cyber-fantasy metroidvania, SHADE Protocol, will launch its Kickstarter campaign on June 2, 2026. The game features a protagonist who can recompile reality in a world consumed by sentient metal, with gameplay involving switching between DAWN and SHADE modes and wielding musical code-based weapons. SHADE Protocol is currently in development for Steam.
2D Metroidvania 'Moonbrella' Announced with Physics-Based Movement System
The 2D Metroidvania game Moonbrella has been announced by Australian developer Jett Williams for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a unique physics-based movement system centered around an upgradeable umbrella, removing the standard jump button in favor of traversal mechanics like vaulting, gliding, and latching onto surfaces. Players control a robot exploring an abandoned planet, collecting items and expanding their movement options to restore a sunflower.
No-Jump MetroidVania Moonbrella Launching This Year
Jett Williams' physics-based Metroidvania game, Moonbrella, is set to release this year for PC and multiple consoles including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The game features deep movement mechanics centered around an umbrella and no jump button. The developer expressed excitement about the current possibilities for indie developers and the game's recent positive reception.
INDIE Live Expo April 2026 Recap Highlights 200+ Games and Announcements
The April 2026 INDIE Live Expo showcased over 200 indie games, featuring world premieres, trailers, and release dates. Notable announcements included Crymelight, Warota: I Live Next to The Demon King’s Castle LOL, In Us, and Feather’s Edge. The event also highlighted upcoming titles and a concurrent Steam sale featuring over 700 games.
Physics-based 2D Metroidvania Moonbrella announced for Nintendo Switch
Developer Jett Williams has announced Moonbrella, a physics-based 2D Metroidvania game for the Nintendo Switch, slated for a 2026 release. The game emphasizes expressive movement and speedrunning, allowing players to use various umbrella mechanics to traverse an interconnected world as a lone robot.
2D Metroidvania platformer Moonbrella announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC
Australian developer Jett Williams has announced the 2D Metroidvania platformer Moonbrella. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Well Dweller Demo Available Now on Steam
Top Hat Studios and developer Kyle Thompson have released a demo for their dark fairy-tale Metroidvania game, Well Dweller, on Steam. The demo features the game's opening sequence and some boss encounters. The full game is scheduled for a 2026 release on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Well Dweller Demo Drops on Steam From Crypt Custodian Creator
A free demo for Kyle Thompson's new dark, bizarre Metroidvania game, Well Dweller, is now available on Steam as part of Top Hat Studios' Spring Showcase. Players control Glimmer, a tiny bird with a matchstick, on a quest to save their family from a wicked queen. The demo offers a substantial preview of the game's opening sequence, environments, and boss encounters, showcasing Thompson's signature blend of whimsical and unsettling themes. Well Dweller is slated for a 2026 release on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Weapon-Building Metroidvania Clockwork Ambrosia Launches May 12 On Steam | Console Creatures
The indie Metroidvania game Clockwork Ambrosia, developed by Realmsoft in partnership with OI Games, is set to launch on PC via Steam on May 12th after 14 years in development. The game features a weapon-building system with over 150 modifications and exploration across a mysterious steampunk island.
Get DOOMBLADE for Free
DOOMBLADE, a Metroidvania game, is currently available for free on the Epic Games Store as part of its weekly giveaway. Players can claim the game at no cost until next Thursday, and it will remain in their library permanently if claimed within this period.
Dark Fairytale MetroidVania Well Dweller Steam Demo Live
A demo for the dark fairytale Metroidvania game Well Dweller is now available on Steam. Developed by Kyle Thompson and Top Hat Studios, the demo features the opening sequence, major environments, and boss encounters. Well Dweller is also planned for release on Nintendo Switch later this year.
Demo For Dark Fairy Tale Metroidvania Well Dweller Now Available On Steam
Top Hat Studios and developer Kyle Thompson have released a demo for their dark fairy tale Metroidvania, Well Dweller, on Steam. The demo features the game's opening sequence and early boss encounters, offering a glimpse into the whimsical yet morbid world. The full game is slated for release in 2026 on PC and Nintendo Switch.
This week's Epic Games freebie is an award-winning 2D Metroidvania with a living weapon
Doomblade, an award-winning 2D Metroidvania developed by Muro Studios, is currently available for free on the Epic Games Store. The game features a sentient weapon called Doomblade and a story of escape and revenge against Dread Lords. It has received critical acclaim, including a third-place award at the 2023 Game Development World Championship and high ratings on Metacritic and Steam.
‘Kinetic’ Metroidvania game Feather’s Edge announced for PC
Clockwork Acorn has announced Feather's Edge, a new Metroidvania game for PC. Players will control a bird warrior named Upu, dashing and slashing through a handcrafted world fractured by time. The game features fast-paced, tactical combat and exploration through the Tower of Time, with a release date yet to be announced.
Possessor(s) Switch 2 Release Date Set for April 29, 2026
Devolver Digital and Heart Machine announced that Possessor(s) will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on April 29, 2026. The action platformer, currently available on PC and PlayStation 5, features metroidvania-inspired exploration and combat emphasizing aerial combos. The game is set in Sanzu City and offers multiple story paths.
How Long Is Nine Sols? (The Honest Answer From an Average Gamer) | TAG
Nine Sols typically takes players around 20 hours to complete the main story, with side content pushing it to 25 hours and full completion around 30-35 hours. This 2D action platformer is described as shorter and more focused than Hollow Knight, comparable in length to Silksong, and offers a similar deflect-based combat experience to Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The game is considered drop-in friendly for busy players, though challenging boss encounters may require consistent practice.
Rewilders: The Lost Spring is a Heartfelt Quest to Restore a Broken World
Rewilders: The Lost Spring is an action roguelite where players explore a world devastated by ecological disaster, collecting creatures called Hântu to battle enemies and restore the land. The game features Metroidvania-style progression with new traversal abilities and a focus on creature collection and strategic combat. The developers aim to release the game on Xbox in 2027, drawing inspiration from nature and their previous title, Endling - Extinction is Forever.
Hyper Light Drifter Dev's Gorgeous Metroidvania Jumps To Switch 2 Next Week
Heart Machine's latest action game, Possessor(s), is launching on Nintendo Switch on April 29, 2026, following its earlier release on PlayStation 5 and PC. The stylish Metroidvania features fast-paced combat and exploration in a ruined city, with the protagonist Luca teaming up with a demon named Rhem. The developer also recently announced layoffs and the winding down of development for Hyper Light Breaker.
Possessor(s) announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Devolver Digital and Heart Machine have announced that their side-scrolling action-adventure game, Possessor(s), will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on April 29. The game combines elements of platform fighters and Metroidvanias, featuring stylish combat, exploration, and a narrative focused on survival in a ruined metropolis.
Top Hat Studios Reveals 2D Atmospheric Horror Action Metamorphosis, Demo Available on Steam
Top Hat Studios revealed Metamorphosis, a 2D atmospheric horror action game developed by luxan, during its Spring Showcase. Players control Aria, a nun seeking redemption in a dead world filled with demons and puzzles. A demo featuring significant content is now available on Steam, though controller support is partial.
