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Saros Has Gone Gold
Housemarque has announced that its upcoming rogue-lite third-person shooter, Saros, has gone gold, confirming it is not an April Fool's joke. The game, which channels gameplay elements from Returnal while introducing new mechanics like the Soltari Shield, is set to launch exclusively for PlayStation 5 on April 30th.
Saros – Everything You Need to Know
Saros, a new third-person shooter from Housemarque, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 on April 30th. Described as a spiritual successor to Returnal, the game features a story-focused narrative with rogue-lite gameplay elements, developed on Unreal Engine 5. Players will explore the alien planet Carcosa as enforcer Arjun Devraj, facing challenging combat and a constantly shifting environment.
Cinderia is now out on Steam Early Access
Cinderia, a fast-paced rogue-lite action game from independent developer MyACG Studio, has launched in Early Access on Steam for $17.99. The game features a dark fairytale narrative, a combat system focused on skill and rhythm fusion, and extensive customization options. MyACG Studio plans frequent updates and content additions based on player feedback during the Early Access period.
Saros’s Shorter Runs Help With Pacing, Story Beats and Readying for “Another Run,” per Housemarque
Housemarque's upcoming game Saros features shorter run times compared to Returnal, allowing for better pacing of story beats and player decompression. Lead game designer Abebe Tinari and narrative designer Khalil Osaimi explain how this structure helps players mentally prepare for subsequent runs and integrate narrative elements more effectively. The game is set to release on April 30th exclusively for PlayStation 5.
😈 Sin & Siege is announced, a hell-building strategy where every sin becomes a weapon
HeroCraft PC has announced Sin & Siege, a dark rogue-lite strategy game where players rebuild Hell by transforming the Seven Deadly Sins into weapons. The game is available now in an open playtest on Steam, with an announcement trailer also released. Players will manage production chains, forge demonic armies, and defend against holy forces.
Sin & Siege – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Sin & Siege is a rogue-lite strategy game where players act as Hell's architect, rebuilding infernal circles, breeding demonic armies, and defending against celestial invaders. The gameplay loop involves alternating between construction and combat, harvesting souls and specific Sins to fuel infrastructure and propagate demons, while also fortifying defenses against holy forces. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors arrives April 21
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, a deck-building spin-off of Vampire Survivors, will launch on April 21st for PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation, with mobile versions planned for 2026. Developed by poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, the game features turn-based combat, rogue-lite elements, and a higher price point than its predecessor due to its more traditional production.
Astral Ascent unveils its 2026 Roadmap — New playable character, major updates, and more on the way
French indie studio Hibernian Workshop has revealed the 2026 roadmap for their rogue-lite game Astral Ascent. The plans include a new playable character, Arven, launching on May 14th, 2026, for PC, along with a Boss Rush mode and Steam Workshop support later in the year. The studio also teased further announcements.
Slay the Spire 2’s Early Access Launch Has Almost Tripled the Original’s Lifetime Peak on Steam
Mega Crit's Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a strong early access launch on PC, reaching a peak of over 156,000 concurrent players on Steam, significantly surpassing the lifetime peak of its predecessor. The game introduces new cards, relics, five characters (three returning), and a new co-op mode for up to four players, set 1,000 years after the original.
PlayStation Studios: All Sony First-Party Developers and What They're Working On
Sony's first-party development teams, known collectively as PlayStation Studios, are working on a variety of new games across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5 and PC. The article details each studio's history, location, and current known projects, ranging from racing simulations and 3D platformers to narrative horror and large-scale multiplayer titles.
