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Donkey Kong Country-Inspired Platformer Leaps Onto Switch With A Free Demo
Microids' Marsupilami 2 - Salsa Palombia, a 2.5D platformer inspired by Donkey Kong Country, is now available as a free demo on the Nintendo Switch eShop. The full game, featuring three playable characters and four worlds, will launch on September 3rd. A demo allows players to experience the fast-paced gameplay before pre-ordering the title for $29.99.
Kalanoro launches August 27
Kalanoro, an action-adventure platformer developed by Red Raketa Studio, is set to launch on August 27. The game features a unique blend of platforming, combat, and band-building mechanics, set in a world inspired by Malagasy folklore and music. Players will embark on a musical roadtrip to overthrow a witch's tyranny, utilizing hair-powered abilities and recruiting musicians to form a band.
18 embargoes from Summer Game Fest just lifted, so let's rank everything I saw in LA
The author attended Summer Game Fest Play Days and provides a ranked list of 18 games they saw. The article details hands-on and hands-off impressions of various titles, offering brief critiques and release window estimates, with N+ Infinity Times Two topping the list.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog lineup for June 2026 announced
Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed the June 2026 lineup for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers. The Game Catalog will feature titles like Final Fantasy XVI, Sonic X Shadow Generations, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance, while the Classics Catalog will include Gitaroo Man. Some games will be available on June 10/11, with the majority releasing on June 16.
Every detail of Blood Dungeon looks slapdash, but its mix of platformer and Vampire survivors gets my heart thumping
Blood Dungeon, developed by Messhof, creatively blends platforming mechanics with the horde-survival gameplay loop popularized by Vampire Survivors. Despite its intentionally crude MS Paint-like aesthetic, the game's unique combination of dodging, strategic movement, and auto-firing combat offers a surprisingly engaging and thoughtful experience. The Steam demo has already garnered significant interest, with the game being compared to Super Hexagon for its addictive quality.
Super Scram Kitty announced for Nintendo Switch, reimagining of the Wii U game
Super Scram Kitty, a reimagining of the 2014 Wii U title Scram Kitty and his Buddy on Rails, has been announced for Nintendo Switch. The game will feature new controls, remixed stages, and updated enemy behaviors, blending 2D shooter and platforming action. It is set to release digitally on June 18, 2026.
Showrunners – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Showrunners is a single-player speedrunning platformer where players build momentum through challenging courses using skating and aerial mechanics to achieve high scores. The game features over 30 levels, hidden collectibles for movement upgrades, and character customization. Players can compete against their own ghost recordings and aim for leaderboard glory.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond devs say "the world needs more radically joyful, colorful games" after unveiling what might just be the most vibrant title of 2026
Toys for Bob has unveiled Spyro: A Realm Beyond, the first new mainline Spyro game in nearly two decades, during the Xbox Games Showcase. The developers emphasized their desire to create a "radically joyful, colorful" experience, blending familiar Spyro mechanics with new features like free flight. The game is slated for a spring 2027 release.
Constance getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
ByteRockers Games, Parco Games, and Blue Backpack have announced a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Constance, a Metroidvania praised for its fluid movement and intricate world design. This new version will feature significant upgrades, including performance modes up to 120 FPS and 1440p resolution. Owners of the original Nintendo Switch version will receive a free upgrade.
Nintendo Direct for 9th June roundup
The latest Nintendo Direct presentation showcased numerous upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Highlights included new titles like KINGDOM HEARTS IV, Xenoblade Genesis, and The Duskbloods, alongside updates and remasters for franchises such as The Legend of Zelda, Pokémon, and Final Fantasy. Several games received specific release dates or windows, with many titles confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Beetle Shock Review | TheXboxHub
Beetle Shock is a budget platformer for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC that centers around a unique ground-pounding mechanic. While the controls are responsive and the game offers some enjoyable moments, the repetition across its 30 levels prevents it from being a standout recommendation. Despite its flaws, it provides a cheap and smooth gaming experience.
Ground Pound Your Way Through Beetle Shock
Beetle Shock, a new budget-friendly platformer from Afil Games, is now available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Players control a beetle with a ground pound ability to navigate 30 levels, collect hidden fireflies, and reach the insect house. The game features straightforward mechanics and family-friendly challenges.
PS5 Players Can Try 2 Beautiful Upcoming Games for Free
PlayStation 5 players can now try demos for two upcoming games: the 2D platformer Marsupilami 2 – Salsa Palombia and the cozy puzzle game Woodo. Marsupilami 2, based on the comic character, is set for release on September 3, 2026, for multiple platforms, while Woodo's release date is currently unannounced.
Here Are All The Games Announced During Summer Game Fest That You Can Play Right Now
Summer Game Fest has featured numerous game announcements, with many titles offering playable demos or early access versions immediately. Games like 1666 Amsterdam, Montabi, Gnaw, and Palworld are among those highlighted, with various demos and early access periods available on platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond devs "hope that this is the first of many" new games in the series: "We want Spyro…
Toys for Bob studio head Paul Yan expressed hopes that Spyro: A Realm Beyond will be the first of many new games in the series. He discussed the challenge of balancing nostalgia with innovation for the upcoming platformer, which is set to launch in Spring 2027 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Judy's Adventure DX: A new cute platformer coming to Nintendo Switch on June 11th!
Judy's Adventure DX, a cute platformer developed by Phoenix Adverdale, is set to release on Nintendo Switch on June 11th, 2026, for $5.99. This version includes improvements over the PC release, such as rumble support and unlockable art. The game features 8 distinct areas, challenge rooms, and collectibles to find.
Solseed: Journey to Spring - A brand new retro adventure for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum 48K by marinovic
Solseed: Journey to Spring is a new retro platformer released for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum 48K by developer marinovic. The game features 24 rooms with environmental dangers, secrets, and enemies, set across themed areas like winter woodlands and melting fields. Players control an Elf on a quest to collect 12 magical Solseeds to end an unnatural eternal winter.
All Switch 1 & 2 Games Shown at XBOX Showcase | June 7, 2026 - NintendoFuse
During the Summer Game Fest 2026 showcase, XBOX Studios revealed several games coming to the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Titles announced include Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Minecraft Dungeons II, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, and Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse.
I have played what I suspect will be a perfect videogame
N+ Infinity Times Two is a multiplayer-focused sequel to the classic floaty ninja platformer series, developed by Metanet. The game features modes like Race and Tag, emphasizing dodging hazards, precise momentum control, and competitive keep-away mechanics. It is slated for a 2027 release and aims to capture the spirit of timeless party games.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond Announced
Toys for Bob has announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, a new installment in the Spyro franchise set to release in Spring 2027. The game is being developed by the studio that previously worked on Spyro: Reignited Trilogy.