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Survivor Mercs Review | TheXboxHub
Survivor Mercs is a Survivor-like bullet heaven game where players control a clone commander dropped into battlegrounds. Despite a fun presentation and high-energy soundtrack, the gameplay is criticized for slow movement, boring combat, convoluted systems, and a heavy reliance on RNG, ultimately failing to stand out in a crowded genre.
Solo Survival Guide: 8 Games No Discord Ping (2026) | TAG
This guide identifies eight games ideal for long-term solo play in 2026, focusing on replayability, offline functionality, and lack of notifications. The selected titles include Slay the Spire 2, Balatro, Hades II, Stardew Valley, Terraria, Elden Ring, Outer Wilds, and Final Fantasy XIV, with recommendations for hardware like the Steam Deck and PC.
Survive as a Space Trucker in the Turn-Based Sci-Fi Roguelike
Two Cakes Studio and Satellite235 have launched a time-limited playtest for their upcoming turn-based sci-fi roguelike, Stellar Freight: Endless Horizon. Players can request access via Steam to experience the game's core mechanics of resource management, ship customization, crew dynamics, and narrative choices. The game is slated for a Q3 2026 release on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Dare to Open the Box? Pixel God-Sim Roguelite Pandora’s Toybox Out Now on Steam!
Indie developer BetaLab, in partnership with publisher 2P Games, has released the pixel god-simulator roguelite Pandora's Toybox on Steam for PC. The game blends god-simulator mechanics with roguelike strategy, allowing players to influence a living world by assembling a Divine Council of gods and fostering faith to unlock new powers.
Charlatan – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Charlatan is a roguelike slot machine game where players must cheat to survive within a cursed vintage cartoon amusement park. The game features turn-based spins that can be manipulated with items, and players must build synergies between symbols and purchase upgrades to overcome corrupted showmen. The open beta is currently available for players to request access.
Occult Office: Lofi Rituals Is a Productivity Game with Vampire Survivors-Like Modes
Occult Office: Lofi Rituals is a new productivity game for PC that blends typical office simulation elements like decorating and task management with dungeon crawling inspired by Vampire Survivors. Developed and published by Fantastic Humans, the game features cosmic horror themes, character customization, and minigames where players fight eldritch horrors. It is available for wishlist on Steam.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP Issue 40
This article features previews of several games currently being played by the SUPERJUMP editorial team. James Burns is enjoying Capcom's Pragmata, praising its unique combat and art design. Jahanzeb Khan is hooked on Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.VO. World Stage on Nintendo Switch, while Nathaniel Kelly is playing Final Fantasy Legend 3 for a community event. PJ Walerysiak finds Tales of Kenzera: Zau to be a moving experience inspired by grief, and Kristina M.H. is finding The Binding of Isaac addictive despite its dark themes. CJ Wilson also shares positive impressions of Pragmata and revisits Lococycle from Twisted Pixel Games.
61 Indies. 93 Minutes. The Acclaimed Six One Indie Showcase Is Back On May 21st
Six One Indie announced its upcoming showcase event scheduled for May 21st, 2026, featuring 61 indie games. The event will stream on IGN, GameSpot, and Six One Indie's YouTube channel, with a pre-show highlighting recently released titles followed by the main showcase revealing new games. A Steam event will also run from May 21st to May 25th, allowing players to wishlist games and play demos.
MASTER MAZE BUILDING IN “ROGUE MAZE”, TOWER DEFENSE LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN, DEMO OUT MAY 28TH
Bionic Wombat Games announced their debut tower defense roguelike, Rogue Maze, with a demo releasing on PC via Steam on May 28th. Players construct mazes to trap escapees, utilizing various tiles, obstacles, and gadgets. The game features unique characters, a new soundtrack by Joanna Wang, and a demo with 40 hand-animated levels.
Try Fun Upcoming PS5 Game for Free, Players Already Enjoying It
The PlayStation 5 game Into the Slimy Mines, a roguelike tower defense with card elements developed by Ant Workshop and published by Wales Interactive, has released a free demo two weeks before its May 29, 2026 launch. Players can download the demo from the PlayStation Store without needing a PS Plus subscription. The demo has already received positive user ratings.
Last Year's Best Bullet Hell Shooter Is Now On Switch 2, Where It Always Belonged
The twin-stick bullet hell shooter Sektori, originally released on PC in 2025, has now launched on Nintendo Switch. Praised as a cult masterpiece and compared to Geometry Wars, Sektori features procedurally generated levels, dynamic stage shifts, and a deep upgrade system that emphasizes player skill and strategic choices in its roguelike gameplay. The Switch version is highlighted as an ideal platform for the game's hybrid playstyle.
Roguelike shoot ’em up Ira announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Publisher Nicalis and developer ABShot have announced Ira, an anime-inspired roguelike shoot 'em up for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features procedurally generated levels, over 150 different bows, and bullet hell combat. Ira is planned for a digital launch this summer.
IRA coming to Switch 2 this summer
The roguelike action shoot 'em up IRA is set to release on Nintendo Switch this summer. Publishers Nicalis and Pikii, along with developer ABShot, are bringing the title to the platform.
Mina the Hollower might look cute, but she's a feisty rodent in a feistier world
Mina the Hollower presents a charming yet challenging experience, even in its early stages. Despite its difficulty, the game offers a rewarding gameplay loop for players.
Saros is selling worse than Returnal, analyst estimates, as it competes with hits like Crimson Desert and Resident Evil…
Analyst Rhys Elliott estimates that Housemarque's new roguelike, Saros, has sold over 300,000 copies in its first two weeks, generating over $22 million. This performance is considered weaker than its predecessor, Returnal, due to a crowded market of recent blockbuster releases. Elliott suggests Saros may struggle to break even against its reported budget exceeding $76 million.
One of BioShock's directors has been questioning the point of one of its key systems: 'I don't care about…
Jonathan Chey, co-founder of Irrational Games and director of BioShock, is exploring new design directions for immersive sims with his studio Blue Manchu's upcoming game, Godzone 6. He questions the necessity of certain systems in traditional immersive sims and believes that incorporating elements from roguelikes and deckbuilders, such as randomized choices and compressed replay cycles, can lead to more engaging and varied player experiences.
Serpent’s Gaze Bringing Co-Op Soulslike Action To Steam On May 25th
Feeble Minds announced that their co-op soulslike game, Serpent's Gaze, will enter Early Access on PC on May 25th. The game blends soulslike combat with roguelike build-creation and features handcrafted levels with a 'Curse' system for dynamic difficulty. A Supporter Pack DLC will also launch alongside the game.
Immersive sim sickos rejoice: the makers of Void Bastards are creating their most choice-driven game to date in Godzone…
Blue Manchu is developing Godzone 6, an immersive sim roguelike that offers players unprecedented choice in character customization and gameplay approaches. Director Jonathan Chey highlights the game's focus on emergent gameplay and player-driven solutions, drawing inspiration from classic immersive sims and deckbuilders. The studio plans to engage the community early through demos and beta testing.
Master Chess-Like Strategy in Eastern Mythological Roguelite Immortal Wayfarer, soon on Steam
2P Games and Yifang Studio have announced Immortal Wayfarer, a new roguelike game featuring turn-based tactical combat and RPG mechanics. The game, which includes a Time Rewind mechanic and Free Gear Recovery system, will be available on Steam and players can wishlist it now.
Absolum's Latest Patch Sees Full Cross-Play Support Join The Fight
The fantasy roguelike Absolum has received a new update that fully implements cross-play multiplayer support across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. This feature allows players on different platforms to team up and play together. The update comes seven months after the game's initial launch and follows a free content update and news of a physical Switch edition.
