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Dream Team Supreme Demo Drops Before Steam Deckbuilder Fest | HappyGamer
Big Adventure has released a public demo for their co-op roguelike deckbuilder, Dream Team Supreme, which features players controlling mechs fighting absurd kaiju. The demo aims to build hype before the upcoming Steam Deckbuilder Fest, highlighting the game's unique dual-deck management and cartridge positioning mechanics. The studio emphasizes that co-op was a core design element, differentiating it from other titles in the increasingly crowded deckbuilder genre.
Vampire Crawlers Surpasses 1 Million Players as Update 1.4.1 Fixes Crashes, Endless Mode Coming
Developer poncle announced that Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard has surpassed one million players. The studio also released hotfix version 1.4.1 to address crashes and save data issues, confirmed that Endless Mode is coming soon, and teased a content roadmap. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Rogue Reigns Revealed: Venn Studios Unveils Dark Fantasy Roguelike Deckbuilder with First Gameplay Trailer, Launching September 2026 on PC and Consoles
Venn Studios has announced Rogue Reigns, a dark fantasy roguelike deckbuilder featuring party-based combat and a unique blend of hand-drawn characters and 3D environments. The game is set to launch in September 2026 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, with iOS and Android versions also planned. The studio emphasizes community-driven development and innovative mechanics where the player's party composition forms the core build.
LONE PIGGY REVEALS "KEGS OF ETERNITY," A ROGUELITE DECKBUILDER WHERE DWARVES DRINK, DIE, AND REBUILD A RUINED SETTLEMENT
Lone Piggy has unveiled "Kegs of Eternity," a roguelite deckbuilder where players guide dwarves to rebuild a ruined settlement. The game features procedurally generated dungeons, deckbuilding mechanics, and a persistent hub that grows with player progression. A playable demo is planned for late 2026, with Early Access in early 2027.
Chaos Zero Nightmare Half-Anniversary Update “ARISE” Adds New Modes, Systems, and Anime Expo 2026 Appearance
Smilegate has launched the "ARISE" update for its free-to-play roguelike deck-builder Chaos Zero Nightmare, introducing new modes like Sortie Mode, system adjustments, and a new story arc. The company also announced its first appearance at Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles to feature Chaos Zero Nightmare and Miresi: The Invisible Future. The update is available on PC, the App Store, and Google Play Store.
Krossplay Now Available in Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection
Digital Eclipse and Atari have released a Krossplay update for Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, allowing players to compete across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC platforms. The update adds cross-platform play to Quick Play and Online Arcade modes. The article also briefly mentions new demos and events for other games like Talystro, Ashes, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, Solitaire Clash, and Pokémon GO.
Roguelike Dice-Card Deckbuilder Talystro Steam Demo Live
The roguelike deckbuilder Talystro, developed by Filiokus, has released a new demo on Steam. The game combines cards, dice, and mathematical logic for players to defeat numerical adversaries. The demo features the first act of the game and is available for players to try and wishlist.
The Free Talystro Demo is Live — A Roguelite Deckbuilder Where You Need Maths to Win
The free demo for the roguelite deckbuilder Talystro is now available on Steam for PC. Developed by Filiokus, the game features unique combat mechanics centered around mathematics, where players must match enemy values using cards and dice rolls. The demo includes the first act of the game, offering approximately 45 minutes of gameplay with both Normal and Expert modes.
Smilegate Bringing Chaos Zero Nightmare and Miresi: Invisible Future to Anime Expo 2026; Trailer Streaming Now
Smilegate will exhibit Chaos Zero Nightmare and Miresi: The Invisible Future at Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles. Chaos Zero Nightmare is a free-to-play roguelike deck-builder available on PC and mobile, while Miresi: The Invisible Future is an upcoming narrative-driven collectible RPG developed by Control 9. Attendees will have opportunities to play demos, participate in giveaways, and engage in cosplay events.
Balatro's mind-bending code uses mouse jitter for random number generation, along with a bunch of clever maths…
A deep dive into the source code of the roguelike deckbuilder Balatro reveals clever mathematical tricks and unconventional methods for random number generation, including the use of mouse sensor jitter. While some aspects of the code are described as 'horrible' or 'bad practices,' the overall implementation is praised for its ingenuity.
Clever engineering roguelike Rogue Voltage 1.0 arrives May 1st
The roguelike deck-builder Rogue Voltage will launch its 1.0 version on May 1st, exiting Early Access. The game features a unique module-wiring system for creating chain reactions, with over 160 modules available. It will be available on PC and Linux.
Rig the market in this new roguelike deckbuilder
Nightforge Studios and 2 Left Thumbs announced SlotsNStocks, a new roguelike deckbuilder where players gamble on slots and stocks. The game features drafting symbols, manipulating the market, and meeting weekly margin calls. A public playtest is coming soon, with a full release planned for late 2026 on PC.
Voice of Belldona comes to Steam in May — MP3s & NPCs
The sci-fantasy roguelike deckbuilder Voice of Belldona, developed by Storycrop and published by Okasan's Recipe, is set to release on PC via Steam on May 20. The game features roguelike deckbuilding mechanics, ally summoning, and dynamic synergies. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Shady O'Grady's Overnight Sensation Early Access
Shady O'Grady's Overnight Sensation, a roguelike deckbuilder from Gilligames, has launched into Early Access for PC and macOS on Steam. The game focuses on a battle of the bands theme.
Shady O'Grady's™ Overnight Sensation Hits the Stage in Early Access on April 24th!
Shady O'Grady's™ Overnight Sensation, a rock band roguelike deckbuilder from Gilligames, has launched in Early Access on PC via Steam. The game allows players to lead a band on tour across the U.S., building their deck and writing songs. A new teaser trailer has been released to commemorate the launch, and the developers plan to actively incorporate player feedback throughout development.
Mega Crit are tinkering with Slay the Spire 2's difficulty in a new patch, while weighing further changes to everybody's favourite villain, the Doormaker
Mega Crit is releasing a beta patch for Slay the Spire 2 that adjusts the game's baseline difficulty to be more accessible while maintaining high challenge for expert players. The developers are also re-evaluating the boss 'The Doormaker', acknowledging its mechanics can be abrasive despite its current winrate being in a good place. Future updates may include new modes, potentially incorporating competitive or multiplayer elements.
Slay the Spire 2 dev says an early idea was to actually reduce the card pool, but players hated it: 'We need new…
Casey Yano, co-creator of Slay the Spire and co-founder of Mega Crit Games, discussed the design of Slay the Spire 2 in a new interview. He revealed that an early idea was to reduce the card pool, but playtesters disliked it. Yano also drew inspiration from the Dark Souls series for character build progression and mentioned Balatro as an example of natural game mechanic scaling.
Slay the Spire 2 almost had fewer new cards because of the co-creator's love for Dark Souls, but testers "were…
Slay the Spire 2 co-creator Casey Yano initially wanted the sequel to feature fewer new cards for returning characters, inspired by the Dark Souls series' approach to build replication. However, playtesters expressed a strong desire for more new content, leading Mega Crit Games to adjust the design. This decision has contributed to the early success of Slay the Spire 2.
Mini Tank Mayhem Review – Tower Defence + Slay The Spire + Advance Wars?
Mini Tank Mayhem is a tower defence game that blends roguelike deck-building elements with strategic unit placement. It offers multiple factions and commanders, each with unique decks and abilities, encouraging diverse strategies. While the core gameplay loop is familiar, the game's strength lies in its combination of established mechanics and varied build options.
Vampire Crawlers launch trailer – next game from Vampire Survivors dev on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Vampire Crawlers, the new roguelike deckbuilder from the creators of Vampire Survivors, has launched on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. The game features turn-based card combat with deck-building mechanics and dungeon crawling elements.
