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First-Person Souls-like 'Valor Mortis' Reveals New Gameplay Trailer
Lyrical Games and One More Level have released a new gameplay trailer for their first-person souls-like title, Valor Mortis, scheduled for a Fall 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game features timing-based combat, supernatural abilities, and Metroidvania-style exploration in a reimagined 19th-century Europe, built with Unreal Engine 5.
Enter Evolvania: A Twisted, Evolution-Driven Metroidvania Coming to PC via Steam
Evolvania, a hand-drawn 2D metroidvania from solo developer Elan Manuguerra and IV Productions, is coming to PC via Steam. The game features an innovative evolution mechanic allowing players to fuse with over 100 objects to gain new abilities. A playable demo is available now on Steam, and the game is set to launch on April 9, 2026.
In a Busy Month for New PS5 Games, Don't Sleep on Mouse P.I. For Hire
Mouse P.I. For Hire, a hand-drawn, rubber hose style first-person shooter inspired by 1930s cartoons, is set to release on PlayStation 5 on April 16th. The game features a noir-fueled detective story, Metroid-style progression, and voice work from Troy Baker.
Skautfold: Moonless Knight – A Dark, Demanding Chapter
Skautfold: Moonless Knight is a demanding Metroidvania/Action RPG available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. It features tight, skill-driven combat with a refined Guard System and a Lovecraftian horror narrative. The game is seen as a natural evolution of the Skautfold series, learning from previous entries to deliver a focused experience.
Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Trailer Showcases More Platforming, Traps, and Gorgeous Visuals
A new trailer for Castlevania: Belmont's Curse was revealed during the Triple-i Initiative Showcase, highlighting its 2D side-scrolling gameplay, platforming mechanics, and visual style. The game, set in 1499 Paris, features Trevor Belmont and his successor using the Vampire Killer for combat and traversal. Unlike previous titles from developer Evil Empire, this entry is a Metroidvania rather than a roguelite.
ChainStaff Review 🦠
ChainStaff is a 2D action game that blends run 'n' gun mechanics with Metroidvania elements, featuring a unique ChainStaff weapon used for combat and traversal. The game presents a bizarre story with psychedelic visuals and challenging, puzzle-like boss fights, offering significant replay value through exploration and upgrades.
ChainStaff Review - Never Break the Chain
ChainStaff is a run-and-gun platformer that stands out with its unique 1960s sci-fi art direction and a versatile alien chain weapon used for combat, defense, and traversal. The game blends classic influences with modern design ideas, featuring a meaningful upgrade system and branching progression. However, it suffers from uneven pacing, inconsistent combat, and technical issues on the Nintendo Switch.
21 Best Switch 2 Games Under $25
This guide highlights the best Nintendo Switch 2 games available for under $25, focusing on value and quality rather than the absolute cheapest options. The list includes titles like BALL x PIT, BOKURA: planet, Cast n Chill, Core Keeper, DAVE THE DIVER, Deltarune, Fast Fusion, Hollow Knight, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and KUUKIYOMI 4: Consider It, with prices and brief descriptions for each.
Nimillion will release with a big launch discount on Steam on April 13, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT
Nimillion - The Last Expedition, a physics-driven space exploration game with Metroidvania elements, will launch on Steam on April 13, 2026, with a launch discount. Developed by solo developer Anthony Gatti under Digital Candy, the game features precise thruster controls, unlockable abilities, and over 15 hours of gameplay, with options for speedruns and adjustable difficulty.
Five new Steam games you probably missed (April 7, 2026)
This article highlights five new games released on Steam around April 7, 2026, that players might have missed. The selection includes the psychological horror visual novel Stiff Neck, the life simulator Which Sausage, Mate?, the post-apocalyptic food truck game Wasteland Bites, the first-person roguelike It Has My Face, and the combat-focused metroidvania Grime 2.
GRIME 2 Gets First Patch Addressing Bugs, Progression Blockers, and Balancing Issues
GRIME 2 has received its first major patch, addressing critical bugs such as progression blockers and missing boss rewards. The update also includes significant game balancing adjustments to combat, healing, and player abilities. The developer is also considering the reintroduction of a boss rush feature.
Sigma Star Saga DX Review 🚀
Sigma Star Saga DX, a remake of the 2005 Game Boy Advance title, offers a fun blend of overhead exploration and shoot 'em up combat. While the in-game audio can be tinny, the gorgeous sprite animations and modernized gameplay elements make it a compelling retro experience on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
10 amazing indies to check out in April 2026!
This article highlights ten independent games releasing in April 2026 across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2. Featured titles span genres like narrative adventure, turn-based RPG, cyberpunk action, puzzle-adventure, and auto-battler card games, with developers like imissmyfriends.studio, Iridium Studios, and Digixart showcasing their new projects.
Blighted, the cannibal Soulslike Metroidvania action RPG with "psychedelic Western nightmare" art, is a lot to…
Blighted is a new Metroidvania action RPG from Drinkbox Studios that blends Soulslike combat with exploration and a unique "Frenzy" system. Players will engage in parry-heavy combat, gain new abilities to open up the world, and consume boss brains to gain power in a "psychedelic Western nightmare" setting. The game is set to release for PC and Nintendo Switch in Fall 2026.
10 best video game hidden gems on PS5, Xbox and Nintendo Switch
This article highlights ten overlooked video games available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch that deserve more attention. It features titles like Returnal, Marvel's Midnight Suns, and Astral Chain, discussing their unique qualities and commercial underperformance.
As ex-Helldivers 2 devs prepare to launch a Resident Evil-inspired horror game, they reminisce on their past Metroidvania that was too "happy": "'I need to get to blow someone's head off with a shotgun in the next game'"
Former Helldivers 2 developers, who previously worked on the Metroidvania Yoku's Island Express, are developing a new horror game called Silver Pines. The developers expressed a desire to move from the cheerful aesthetic of their previous work to something more violent and horror-inspired, drawing parallels to Resident Evil and Silent Hill.
Skautfold: Moonless Knight coming to PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch on April 9
Publisher Red Art Games and developer Pugware announced that the Metroidvania action RPG Skautfold: Moonless Knight will be released on April 9 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game will be priced at $14.99.
Skautfold: Moonless Knight coming to PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch on April 9
Red Art Games and Pugware will release the Metroidvania action RPG Skautfold: Moonless Knight on April 9 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game will be priced at $14.99.
GRIME 2 Review – Bizarrely Beautiful
GRIME 2 is a captivating sequel that builds upon its predecessor with improved mechanics and a striking art style. The action-adventure RPG features challenging combat, intricate level design, and a unique ability-copying mechanic. The game performed well on PlayStation 5, offering an immersive and satisfying experience.
Skautfold Moonless Knight Console Release Date Set for April 9
Publisher Red Art Games and developer Pugware have announced that their metroidvania action RPG Skautfold: Moonless Knight will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch on April 9, 2026. The game, which follows previous titles in the series, features a semi-open-world structure and a combat system centered around precise timing.