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How Vampire Crawlers Keeps the Soul of Vampire Survivors Alive in a Whole New Genre
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, a spinoff of Vampire Survivors, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass. This new title translates the core mechanics of the popular 'bullet heaven' auto-shooter into a first-person dungeon crawling roguelite deckbuilder. Developed by a team at Poncle Limited, it offers a more mechanically engaging experience than its predecessor, blending familiar elements with new strategic depth.
Review: Vampire Crawlers Adds Wizardry RPG Elements to Vampire Survivors
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, a spin-off from Vampire Survivors, successfully blends its predecessor's addictive gameplay with elements of classic first-person dungeon-crawlers like Wizardry and roguelike deckbuilding. Developed by Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, the game features familiar characters and mechanics while introducing new strategic depth through card-based combat and dungeon exploration. It is set to release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC on April 21, 2026.
The first Vampire Survivors spin-off struggles to capture the same magic
Vampire Crawlers, a roguelike deckbuilder spin-off of Vampire Survivors, struggles to capture the magic of its predecessor due to repetitive gameplay and a flawed difficulty curve. While there are moments of fun, particularly later in the game with more complex card synergies, the early hours are often a grind. The game is available on PC, with reviewers testing it on the ASUS ROG Ally and Steam Deck.
Slay the Spire 2 Roadmap Skips Release Dates to Avoid ‘Sloppy’ Launch
MegaCrit has released a roadmap for Slay the Spire 2 that deliberately omits release dates, prioritizing game quality over hype and avoiding a potentially 'sloppy' launch. This approach contrasts with many AAA studios and emphasizes a 'done when it's done' philosophy, a strategy also seen with Hollow Knight: Silksong. The decision is praised as a refreshing change after numerous rushed game releases, aiming to protect the legacy of the original Slay the Spire.
The new Slay the Spire 2 roadmap has no dates: "Exacting deadlines produce sloppy, uninspired work"
Mega Crit has released a roadmap for Slay the Spire 2, detailing upcoming features like alternate acts, a new character, and experimental game modes, but without specific release dates. Studio co-founder Casey Yano emphasized the team's commitment to a healthy development pace, stating that exacting deadlines lead to uninspired work. The roadmap prioritizes features such as Steam Workshop support and a Bestiary, followed by new content and ongoing improvements, with 'True Victory' and other endgame features planned for further in the future.
Play Your Hand. Survive the Deadliest Game of Cards – Apokerlypse Launches April 29 with Free Prologue Demo Available Now
Breaker Games announced that Apokerlypse, a roguelike card battler set in the world of Apocalypse Party, will launch on PC via Steam on April 29, 2026. A free standalone prologue, Hell is Empty, Demons Are Playing Apokerlypse, is available now, offering a story-driven prequel where players control Satan. The full game will feature single-player progression and online multiplayer.
Slay the Spire 2 patch notes arrive for all, meaning an easier early game but harder infinites
Mega Crit has released the first major patch for Slay the Spire 2, bringing changes from the beta branch to the live build. The update includes improved map generation and an easier Act One, but makes infinite combos harder to achieve and card removal more expensive. The developer emphasizes that the game is still in Early Access and encourages player feedback.
Prime Monster launches May 4
The political roguelike deckbuilder Prime Monster is set to launch on PC via Steam on May 4. The game is published by Prime Monster.
Vampire Crawlers Theme Song by Yoko Shimomura Revealed Ahead of Launch
Developer poncle has revealed that Yoko Shimomura, known for her work on Kingdom Hearts, composed the main theme song for the upcoming Vampire Survivors spinoff, Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard. The game is a roguelike deckbuilder featuring turn-based combat and dungeon exploration, set to launch on April 21, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and later for iOS and Android. It will also be available on Xbox Game Pass on day one.
Cursed Tails Announced
Indie developer Sycix has announced Cursed Tails, a new roguelite deckbuilder featuring naval combat. The game is slated for release on Steam, with the release date yet to be announced.
New Slay the Spire 2 patch notes help you survive the early game, and rein in Acrobatics
New patch notes for Slay the Spire 2's beta branch introduce changes aimed at improving early game survivability and rebalancing certain cards and enemies. Key updates include new Neow relics, adjustments to Ironclad's survivability with a new card and relic changes, and nerfs to problematic enemies like Living Fog. The game's developer, Mega Crit, is also shifting some difficulty from Act One to Act Three and has altered leaderboard calculations.
Rogue Skies Announces First Public Playtest on Steam
Mythtales Interactive has announced the first public playtest for their steampunk roguelike deckbuilder, Rogue Skies, now available on Steam. Players can experience the core gameplay loop of assembling a crew, engaging in strategic turn-based combat, and exploring floating islands. The developers are seeking feedback on balancing, mechanics, and bugs to refine the game.
Dream Team Supreme comic series revealed at Armageddon Expo!!
Big Adventure has announced a new comic series for their 2P online roguelike deckbuilder, Dream Team Supreme, in collaboration with local artist Matthew J Wills. The comic series will explore the quirky moments of the scientists piloting the giant robot Super Supreme and will feature new episodes released on weekdays via Discord. Developer Olivier Chrun stated the comics will highlight the fun aspects of the game's characters and will be tied into the game itself.
Slay the Spire 2 is cooking a "competitive" mode, but I'm most excited about its new short-time format
Mega Crit co-founder Casey Yano discussed potential new modes for Slay the Spire 2, including a competitive mode and a shorter-time format for players with less time. He also teased a new social multiplayer interaction mode, emphasizing that these are still in consideration and may not make it into the final game. Yano also expressed caution about adding too many features or Ascension levels to maintain the game's core simplicity and avoid an overly long completion time.
Katana Punk – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Katana Punk is a roguelike deckbuilder set in a dystopian Tokyo where players can rewrite cards mid-run to discover powerful synergies. The game features over a hundred base cards, mods, and passive treasures, encouraging creative rule-breaking and experimentation. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Super Meat Boy 3D, coin-pushing chaos and other new indie games worth checking out
This roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games, including the precision platformer Super Meat Boy 3D, the roguelike deckbuilder Raccoin, and the eldritch horror Soulslike Tombwater. Other featured titles span genres like village building, home renovation, survival extraction, and narrative adventure, with many available on PC and consoles like PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
Slay the Spire 2 nerfs card removal, buffs shivs, and adds a new reward system
Mega Crit has released a beta update for Slay the Spire 2, introducing new progression systems like Badges and significant balance changes. Notably, card removal costs at shops have been increased, and several cards and relics have been redesigned to alter gameplay strategies. The update is currently available on the game's beta branch.
After 25 hours I've realised Slay the Spire 2 is wicked and vicious game, and I don't dish out such complements easily
Slay the Spire 2, the sequel to the acclaimed roguelike deck-building game, offers a wicked and vicious experience that builds upon its predecessor's foundation. Mega Crit has refined the presentation, introduced new characters like The Regent and the Necrobinder, and added transformative multiplayer modes. Despite being in early access, the game feels robust and demonstrates Mega Crit's deep understanding of what makes the series so captivating.
Shady O'Grady's Overnight Sensation This Month
Gilligames has announced Shady O'Grady's Overnight Sensation, a new roguelike deckbuilder. The game will be entering Early Access this month, allowing players to experience its unique gameplay mechanics.
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, will launch in Early Access on April 24th, 2026. The game, a spinoff of the Rising Star franchise, features procedurally generated runs, card-based gameplay for live gigs, and a soundtrack spanning 18 sub-genres of rock and metal. A demo is currently available on Steam.