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Goblin Vyke: The Thief Tycoon Launches April 30 on Steam
Goblin Vyke: The Thief Tycoon is set to launch on April 30, 2026, for PC via Steam. Developed by Art Thieves and co-published by Gamersky Games, the 2D side-scroller combines stealth heist gameplay with shop management and Metroidvania progression. Players control Vyke, a goblin thief who steals loot at night and sells it during the day, utilizing various stealth tools and talent trees. The game also features shopkeeping mechanics, employee recruitment, and franchise expansion as Vyke rises to become a black market tycoon.
The indie metroidvania that started it all just got a huge update on PC, adding co-op and mod support after 22 years
Cave Story+, the revamped version of the influential 2004 indie metroidvania, has received a significant update on Steam for PC. This update adds co-op and mod support, bringing the PC version in line with the Nintendo Switch version released nine years ago. The game, created by Daisuke Amaya, is credited with shaping the modern indie game landscape and demonstrating the potential of solo development.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Team Has Reunited, Pitching New Game Ideas – Rumor
Despite the disbandment of its development team, rumors suggest Ubisoft may be reuniting the core team behind Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown to pitch new game ideas. While the original game received critical acclaim, its sales were reportedly lower than expected. The publisher may be reconsidering a sequel following the game's addition to PlayStation Plus and Game Pass, which increased its player base.
Top Hat Studios Presents: Spring Showcase 2026 Happening April 21
Top Hat Studios will host its Spring Showcase 2026 on April 21, featuring new trailers, publishing debuts, and release date announcements for titles like MOTORSLICE, Well Dweller, and BECROWNED. The event will also include reveals for unannounced projects and showcase existing portfolio titles. MOTORSLICE is set to launch in May for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
Bolt & Whalington – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Bolt & Whalington is a new Metroidvania game where players control a Siamese cat piloting a mech through floating ruins. The game features a hand-drawn comic art style and a "Setting Machine" mechanic that allows players to alter world rules. Beta sign-ups are now available for the game.
Kotama and Academy Citadel review
Kotama and Academy Citadel is a visually appealing Metroidvania with fluid combat and satisfying exploration, though it suffers from a lack of narrative context and an unclear time-travel mechanic. Despite these shortcomings, the game offers an enjoyable experience due to its strong art direction and tight gameplay.
BEFORE I GO Launches on Steam After Heartwarming 5-Year Solo Journey
Solo developer Jerome Coppens has launched his Metroidvania game BEFORE I GO on Steam after five years of development. The game is described as a passion project and a love letter to the Metroidvania community. Coppens' journey highlights the dedication required for solo game development and the impact of indie titles.
BEFORE I GO Arrives On PC And Console – A Thoughtful Metroidvania
The Metroidvania game BEFORE I GO, developed and published by J's Laboratory, has been released on PC (Steam), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £16.74. The game offers a thoughtful and introspective journey with traditional Metroidvania mechanics blended with a slower, more deliberate pace and challenging gameplay.
Punishing Metroidvania BEFORE I GO Out Now on PC and Consoles
The Metroidvania game BEFORE I GO, developed and published by J's Labratory and solo developer Jérôme Coppens, is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. The game features precise platforming, intense combat against parasitic abominations, and an allegorical journey towards death acceptance.
4 Colourful Indie Games for PlayStation 5 🎨
This article highlights four colorful indie games available on PlayStation 5: Temtem: Swarm, GRIME II, Super Meat Boy 3D, and Beyond Words. Each game is reviewed, with Temtem: Swarm praised as a delightful Survivors-like, GRIME II for its Metroidvania elements, Super Meat Boy 3D for its 3D platforming adaptation, and Beyond Words for its roguelike puzzle mechanics.
Cave Story+ Steam Update Adds Co-Op, Visual Enhancements, and Mod Support
Cave Story+ has received a significant update on Steam, adding features previously exclusive to console versions. The update introduces two-player co-op, visual enhancements like animated dialogue portraits and dynamic lighting, widescreen support, and extensive modding capabilities.
A Planet Full of Cats Launches
A Planet Full of Cats, a hidden object game featuring metroidvania-style exploration and numerous cats, has launched on PC for Windows and macOS. The game focuses on finding cats within its environments.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 13 to 17
This week's "Next Week on Xbox" feature highlights numerous game releases for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between April 13 and April 17. Titles include Dosa Divas, Hades II, Replaced, Pragmata, and many more across various genres, with several also available on Game Pass.
A Five-Year Student Dream Realized: FromDawn Games Wins Best Visual Art at Indie Game Award, Thanks Gamers for Their Support
Indie studio FromDawn Games won the Best Visual Art award for their game Aeruta at the Indie Game Award 2026. Originally a student project, Aeruta has evolved over five years with significant community support, particularly from overseas players. The team is preparing additional plans for the game following this recognition.
A Handful of Dust – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
A Handful of Dust is a 2D action-adventure Metroidvania featuring fluid, brutal combat and RPG progression. Players will master precise timing to defeat enemies and over twenty-five boss encounters in a crumbling kingdom. The game is currently in open beta, with players able to request access.
SAROS Hands-on Preview – Be ready to be humbled
SAROS, a new title from Housemarque, offers a fast-paced, challenging action RPG experience on PlayStation 5. Players embody Arjun Devraj on the alien planet Carcosa, facing difficult combat and a mysterious narrative. The game features a unique shield-absorption mechanic to fuel power weapons and integrates the DualSense controller's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.
“Whoa, that looks cool!” or… upcoming indie games you may not have heard of – GTOGG’s picks – GTOGG
This article highlights several promising upcoming indie games that may have flown under the radar. Featured titles include Project Shadowglass, a love letter to immersive sims; Silver Pines, a survival horror metroidvania; and HABROMANIA, a quirky point & click adventure with a dark secret. Other notable mentions are Am I Nima, a psychological horror game with a unique premise, and The Bagman, a retro-style stealth horror adventure inspired by Clock Tower.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Let's You Fight Joan Of Arc And Explore Notre Dame In New Trailer
A new trailer for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse showcases combat and exploration, including a boss fight against a corrupted Joan of Arc within Notre Dame. Developed by Motion Twin, the game aims to adhere to the classic Castlevania Metroidvania formula rather than being a roguelike. The game is slated for release in 2026.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse developers are trying really, really hard to make sure you know it's a metroidvania without using the word 'metroidvania'
Developers of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse are emphasizing its exploration-focused gameplay, drawing inspiration from Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, without explicitly using the term 'metroidvania'. The team at Evil Empire confirms the game is not a roguelike and features intricate world design and RPG-lite elements, aligning with the 'metroidvania' tag on Steam.
A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap Below
The Triple-i Initiative showcase featured announcements for over 40 games, including new reveals, DLC, and release dates. Many of the showcased titles are available as demos or playtests on Steam until April 16. The event highlighted a diverse range of indie games across various genres.