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Surprisingly big Hades 2 update adds a feature we've wanted since the very beginning of Steam Early Access
Supergiant Games has released a hotfix for Hades 2, addressing numerous bugs and introducing new features. The update includes an inventory hint for Mystery Seeds and a new death animation for the Hellifish. These changes aim to improve the player experience in the roguelike sequel, which is currently in Steam Early Access.
Microscopic Roguelike Shooter Pathogenic Reveals Launch Date
Aberrant Labs and Slug Disco announced that the roguelike twin-stick shooter Pathogenic will launch on July 16, 2026, for PC via Steam. The game features players controlling a parasite fighting the human immune system, with over 120 unique organelles and mutations for customization.
I thought I was over 2.5D, but make it look like Marvel vs. Capcom plus Berserk and I'm back, baby
Dungeon Lurker is an upcoming hack 'n slash roguelike that stands out with its unique art style, blending large, animated comic book-inspired sprites with dark fantasy themes reminiscent of Berserk and Dark Souls. Despite being a roguelike, it will feature over 30 unique levels instead of procedural generation, and will include secrets hidden within its game manual. The game is slated for an early 2027 release on Steam.
PAY 2 WIN: The World is Mine launches into 1.0, and the numbers have escaped containment
Patriots Division has launched its incremental strategy deckbuilder, PAY 2 WIN: The World is Mine, into version 1.0 on Steam for PC. The game challenges players to grow a game studio into an empire through strategic placement, optimization, and new progression systems like The Forge and The Planetarium.
GlyphBound turns nonogram logic into high-speed roguelike gunplay — playable demo live for Steam Next Fest
GlyphBound, a logic-action roguelike developed by yonogames, has released a playable demo on Steam for the Steam Next Fest. The game combines nonogram puzzle-solving with high-speed gunplay, where completing grid lines charges the player's mechanical partner's attacks. The demo is available now for PC, with a planned full release in August 2026.
The co-op gladiator roguelike has surpassed 125,000 wishlists ahead of launch
Independent developer Featherweight Games announced that its co-op gladiator roguelike, Chained Beasts, will launch on Steam in Fall 2026. The game has surpassed 125,000 wishlists and its demo has achieved an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam. The title features 1-4 player co-op arena battles where players are chained together.
‘River City Saga Journey to the West: The Battle of India’ Out Now!
Arc System Works has announced the release of River City Saga: Journey to the West: The Battle of India on June 4, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam. This roguelike action game is based on the Chinese novel Journey to the West and features characters from the Kunio-kun series.
A new Hades 2 update improves your chances against its final boss fights
Supergiant Games has released a new update for Hades 2 that includes numerous bug fixes and gameplay tweaks. The patch specifically addresses issues with the Dream Dives mode and makes adjustments to the game's hardest boss battles, improving players' chances of success. The update also resolves various problems related to item, boon, and encounter combinations.
Venture 48k - Another procedurally generated roguelike appears for the ZX Spectrum
Venture 48k, a new roguelike dungeon crawler, has been released for the ZX Spectrum 48k. Developed by Jason-Indie, the game features procedurally generated levels, rogue-ish gameplay, and 8-bit graphics and sound. Players aim to explore a mysterious dungeon, defeat monsters, and maximize their high score.
Dominocalypse ingeniously blends tile-pushing dominoes with roguelike and puzzle elements
Dominocalypse is an indie game that blends tile-pushing dominoes with roguelike and puzzle elements, offering strategic gameplay with numerous modifiers for creating complex chains. The game features procedurally generated boards, a large roster of tile modifiers, and the ability to collect artifacts and new dominoes to achieve high scores. A demo is available with native Linux support.
Prologue: Go Wayback! Ending Development
PLAYERUNKNOWN Productions announced that development has ended for their survival roguelike, Prologue: Go Wayback!. The game had been available in Early Access for just over six months.
868-Back makes hacking as cool as '90s Hollywood thought it was
868-Back, the latest puzzler roguelike from Michael Brough, offers a deceptively simple cyberpunk hacking experience that evolves into a complex strategic challenge. The game builds upon its predecessor, 868-Hack, by expanding the scope with a world map and introducing extreme modifiers that force players to constantly adapt their strategies. Despite its high difficulty, 868-Back provides a rewarding experience that makes players feel like master hackers.
I made treants awkwardly rub shoulders with ringwraiths in the Total War-style RTS roguelike Tabletop Tavern, and…
Tabletop Tavern is a roguelike real-time strategy game where players build armies from disparate units, including enemies they defeat. The game features a branching path of battles leading to a final boss, with unique army compositions arising from the roguelike elements. While charming, the game could improve its tutorialization to better explain its mechanics.
Indie Selects for June 2026: Absolutely Stacked Indie Games
June 2026 features a stacked lineup of indie games across various genres, including narrative-driven titles like Wax Heads and Until Then, a fighting game based on Invincible VS, sci-fi survival horror in Directive 8020, a unique roguelike called Dungeon Clawler, and the cozy exploration game Adorable Adventures. These selections are available through the Xbox Store's Indie Select Hub.
LLM-Driven RPG Instantale, Where Players Live Freely in an AI-Generated World, Launches Today, June 3, 2026
Indie developer Daruma to Akabeko has launched its AI-driven roguelike RPG, Instantale, on June 3, 2026, for PC via the Epic Games Store. The game features a world, characters, and events dynamically generated by large language models, allowing for free-form player input and emergent narratives. Instantale offers a harsh, realistic world with a limited character lifespan, where players can inherit assets to begin new lives.
This Woman-Led Bulgarian FPS Is Exploding Across Steam Wishlists in Japan, the US, and Beyond
The indie first-person shooter Everything is Gun!, developed by a small team at Incineration Productions, has seen a massive surge in Steam wishlists globally, particularly in Japan and the United States. The game blends fast-paced 90s shooter mechanics with The Binding of Isaac-style synergies and an asynchronous multiplayer revenge system, aiming for a Q4 2027 launch.
Prologue: Go Wayback development halted amid layoffs
PlayerUnknown Productions has halted development on its survival game Prologue: Go Wayback and undergone a company restructuring that includes layoffs. Studio founder Brendan Greene cited personal funding limits as the reason for the changes. The studio will continue developing its proprietary Melba terrain-generation technology with a smaller team.
Your arm is a constantly changing weapon in the chaotic Everything is Gun!
Everything is Gun! is a fast-paced action shooter with a focus on chaotic, ever-changing gameplay and a modular gun system. The game will feature native Linux support and is being developed by Incineration Productions, with a planned release in late 2027. Developers aim to recapture the high-stakes speed of 90s shooters combined with the unpredictable synergies of titles like The Binding of Isaac.
Ball & Gun
ProGen Games and NVZN Studios have released the world premiere launch trailer for their Sports-FPS roguelike, Ball & Gun, during The MIX Summer Game Showcase. The game is set to launch on PC via Steam Early Access on June 5, 2026. The trailer highlights the game's intense pace and competitive spirit, with a focus on its appeal to the Black Gaming Community.
Realm of Ink Switch Review
Realm of Ink is a roguelike game with an Asian mythology theme, featuring swordswoman Red as the protagonist. The game offers a progression system through an inn where players can enhance abilities and change difficulty. Despite some performance issues on the Nintendo Switch, the reviewer recommends the game for its well-made mechanics and engaging gameplay loop.
