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Slay The Spire 2's placeholder art should be a lesson to all the developers caught up in AI-generated nonsense
Slay the Spire 2 developers Mega Crit Games are using intentionally crude placeholder art for unfinished features, a move praised as a lesson for developers caught in AI art controversies. This approach avoids backlash and embraces the game's Early Access status, contrasting with incidents involving Anno 117, The Alters, and Larian Studios' past discussion of AI art for Divinity.
Slay the Spire 2 becomes the biggest roguelike deck-builder on Steam ever
Mega Crit's Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a record-breaking launch in Early Access on Steam, becoming the biggest roguelike deck-builder on the platform with over 330,000 peak concurrent players. The game also set a new record for titles developed with the Godot Engine. It has received an Overwhelmingly Positive user rating and is noted for its excellent performance on Linux.
Slay The Spire 2 is already a massive hit but when is it coming to consoles?
Slay The Spire 2 has achieved significant success on Steam during its early access launch, reaching a peak of over 280,000 concurrent players. Developer Mega Crit aims to release the game on as many platforms as possible, including PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and mobile, following its full launch, which is anticipated in 2027.
Slay the Spire 2 Hits Early Access with Co-op and New Necrobinder Class
Mega Crit has launched Slay the Spire 2 into Steam Early Access on PC, featuring co-op multiplayer and a new Necrobinder class. The sequel rebuilds the roguelike deckbuilder with new mechanics, characters, and a shift to the Godot engine. Console versions are unconfirmed but may arrive after the 1.0 launch.
Slay The Spire 2's Next-Level Co-Op Makes It An Early GOTY Contender
Slay the Spire 2 introduces a robust four-player co-op mode that significantly enhances the roguelike deckbuilder experience. Players can engage in simultaneous combat, coordinate card plays and relic usage, and make shared decisions on the map, creating a deeply collaborative and fresh gameplay loop. The game's thoughtful design extends to features like persistent multiplayer saves and visual cues for player actions, making it a strong contender for Game of the Year.
Roguelike deckbuilder TOKENS announced at the 2026 Pégases ceremony — MP3s & NPCs
TOKENS, a new roguelike deckbuilder inspired by the roaring twenties, has been announced by French studio Atelier QBD, led by veteran designer Quentin De Beukelaer. The game, which replaces cards with tokens and features strategic deck-building with Arcanas and Effigies, is set to release later this year on PC via Steam. A demo is also available.
Slay the Spire 2 Early Access
Early Access for the roguelike deckbuilder sequel Slay the Spire 2 has launched on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Developed by Mega Crit, the game offers players the chance to experience the next installment in the acclaimed series.
Slay the Spire 2 is the #1 seller on Steam today, above Marathon and Resident Evil Requiem
Slay the Spire 2 has become the top-selling game on Steam, surpassing titles like Marathon and Resident Evil Requiem. Developer Mega Crit has stated the game is expected to remain in early access for one to two years, already featuring more content than its predecessor. The sequel introduces new enemies, cards, artifacts, and a four-player co-op mode.
Slay The Spire 2 release countdown: Exact date and time
Slay the Spire 2 is set to launch in early access on March 5, with specific release times announced for various regions including 10am PT, 12pm CT, 1pm ET, 6pm UTC, and 7pm CET. The sequel to the popular roguelike deckbuilder will feature returning and new characters, enhanced gameplay mechanics, and a new co-op mode for up to four players.
Topdeck Automat blends the worlds of roguelike deckbuilder and autobattlers
Topdeck Automat is a new game that blends roguelike deckbuilder and autobattler mechanics, featuring over 200 cards, 100+ passive modules, and 50 enemy types. The game will launch with full Linux and Steam Deck support, including controller functionality.
Use your train to smash bandits into a cliff in the updated Fogpiercer demo
Fogpiercer, a turn-based strategy roguelike deckbuilder, has an updated demo available during Steam Next Fest. The game features on-rails combat where players use cards to control their train and manipulate enemies into obstacles. The demo includes two playable drivers, Monica and Pan, and offers a native Linux build.
Slay the Spire 2 locks in its early March early access release date, and will deliver a four player co-op mode
Slay the Spire 2 will launch its early access on March 5, 2026, as announced by developers Mega Crit. The sequel will feature a four-player co-op mode alongside the traditional single-player experience. The game will be available on PC via Steam.
