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Websy and the Time Rogues – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Websy and the Time Rogues is a web-swinging roguelike game featuring dynamic combat and item combos from different time periods. Players can join the open beta to experience the game's unique mechanics, which involve swinging through levels at high speed, manipulating the environment, and chaining together enemies for combo attacks.
Gambonanza Is a Roguelike Chess-Builder with Gambits, Out Now
Gambonanza, a roguelike chess-builder developed by Blukulélé and published by Sidekick Publishing and Stray Fawn, is now available on Android, Steam, and iOS. The game features over 150 unique Gambits inspired by chess players and series, modified boards, and a reserve system for deploying extra pieces. It also includes mini-games and a pixel art style with a CRT filter.
Gambonanza review – Checkers, not chess
Gambonanza is a roguelike game that attempts to blend chess mechanics with gambling themes, but ultimately fails to deliver a compelling experience. The game suffers from repetitive gameplay, an incompetent AI, and a lack of meaningful innovation on the chess formula. Despite some charming presentation elements, its core mechanics are either too simple or fundamentally flawed, making it a disappointing entry in the genre.
This new deep-sea roguelike turns mining into a survival horror grind
The Subminer, a new deep-sea roguelike from developer Tech Turtles and publisher Yogscast Games, blends survival horror with mining mechanics. Set on the icy moon Enceladus, players pilot a bio-droid's submarine to explore procedurally generated depths, gather resources, and evade mysterious creatures. The game, which emphasizes a 'Live. Dive. Repeat.' loop, is set to launch on Steam in 2026.
Claw Machine Roguelike Deckbuilder Dungeon Clawler Crawls Out of Early Access
Dungeon Clawler, a roguelike deckbuilder inspired by claw machines, has officially launched its Version 1.0 after 1.5 years in Early Access. Developed and published by Stray Fawn Studio, the game is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android with various launch discounts. Version 1.0 introduces new features like Daily Challenge Mode, characters, bosses, and more unlockable content.
Gambonanza masterfully combines Balatro and chess and it's out now
Gambonanza, a game blending chess with Balatro-inspired mechanics, is now available on PC and Steam Deck. It offers fast-paced, tactical runs on a small board where the objective is to capture all enemy pieces. The game features over 200 synergistic Gambits, a dynamic reserve system for deploying extra pieces, and strategic board upgrades, providing significant replayability with its roguelike elements and increasing difficulty levels.
GAMBONANZA OUT NOW on Steam and Mobile
Gambonanza, a roguelike chess-builder developed by Blukulélé and published by Sidekick Publishing and Stray Fawn, has launched globally on Steam, iOS, and Android. The game features over 150 synergistic gambits, tactical board upgrades, and a dynamic reserve system, all presented in a vibrant pixel art style. It previously saw significant success during Steam Next Fest with over 170,000 demo downloads.
GAME ANNOUNCEMENT: YOGSCAST GAMES REVEALS EERIE DEEP-SEA MINING EXPLORATION GAME 'THE SUBMINER'
Yogscast Games and developer Tech Turtles have revealed The Subminer, an upcoming underwater mining exploration game. Players will pilot a submarine into increasingly dangerous depths on an alien planet to uncover the truth behind a catastrophic event. The game features roguelike exploration, procedurally generated environments, and survival elements, and will be available on PC via Steam.
Gambonanza Review - Checkmate!
Gambonanza is a new roguelike that puts a fresh spin on chess with bite-sized matches and rule-twisting Gambits. Developed by Blukulélé, the game features a small starting board that expands as players acquire upgrades and face powerful boss characters inspired by real chess Grandmasters. Despite some repetition in opponent setups, its charming visuals, catchy soundtrack, and engaging mechanics make it a compelling experience for both chess novices and roguelike fans.
What We Played – Tides of Tomorrow, TerraTech Legion & Adorable Adventures
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences, including Overwatch, Alien: Rogue Incursion, TerraTech Legion, Final Fantasy VII Remake Integrade, and Hitman 3's Freelancer Mode. Other titles mentioned include Adorable Adventures, Moomintroll Winter's Warmth, Tides of Tomorrow, Ghost Master, Starfield, and various games on the AYN Thor handheld like .hack//Infection and Super Alloy Crush.
Here's the top Steam Deck games for April 2026
The top games on Steam Deck for April 2026 include Slay the Spire 2 and Vampire Crawlers, alongside other popular titles like Stardew Valley and Baldur's Gate 3. Several newly released games also made the list, such as RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike and PRAGMATA. The article also notes that the Steam Deck continues to be frequently out of stock.
Hades 2 developer is hiring for "what's next" after its 2 roguelike juggernauts, but fans can't decide if they want a threequel
Supergiant Games is hiring for its next project following the success of Hades 2, sparking fan debate about whether the studio should develop a third installment in the roguelike series. The developer recently posted a job opening for a graphics and animation engineer, marking the first concrete mention of a new project since Hades 2's 1.0 launch and subsequent console ports.
TOP DOWN BULLET HELL GAME WHERE TIME MOVES WHEN YOU MOVE… ENTER THE CHRONOSPHERE ENTERS EARLY ACCESS MAY 14
Enter the Chronosphere, a turn-based tactical bullet hell game developed by Effort Star and published by Joystick Ventures, will launch into Early Access on Steam for PC on May 14, 2026, priced at $14.99. The game features a unique 'move-when-you-move' mechanic where time only progresses when the player acts, offering strategic planning within intense bullet-hell scenarios across five distinct biomes with procedurally generated challenges.
Squad-building, twin-stick shooter roguelike Survivor Mercs out now on PlayStation and Xbox
The squad-building, twin-stick shooter roguelike Survivor Mercs has launched on PlayStation and Xbox consoles, coinciding with its 1.0 release on PC after leaving Early Access. Developed by Wolpertinger Games and published by Wandering Wizard, the game features procedurally generated maps, customizable mercenary squads, and fast-paced horde survival gameplay.
Indie Game of the Month Awards April 2026 🏅
The Indie Game of the Month Awards for April 2026 highlight outstanding indie titles across various genres. Gecko Gods won Platformer of the Month, GRIME II took Metroidvania of the Month, and People of Note received the top prize for Indie Game of the Month.
Re:Re:Re:Respawn
XOR Studio and Re³ have revealed Re:Re:Re:Respawn, a respawn action game where players utilize their own corpses to progress. The game is set for a 2026 release on PC via Steam, with wishlisting now open. Key features include using fallen bodies as platforms or tools to overcome obstacles within the mysterious structure known as BOX.
Saros Was Made More Approachable Than Returnal So More Players Could Enjoy It
Housemarque's Gregory Louden and Matti Häkli explain that Saros was designed to be more approachable than Returnal to allow more players to enjoy the experience. While Saros offers more tools and modifiers for players to experiment with, they emphasize it is not necessarily easier, but rather provides more room to learn mechanics and achieve a flow state. The goal is to introduce more players to the Housemarque experience, potentially leading them to explore the studio's previous titles.
Dungeon Clawler Officially Launches
Dungeon Clawler, a roguelike deckbuilder from Stray Fawn, has officially launched out of Early Access on PC. The game is available on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux, with a launch discount of 35%.
The Rogue Prince Of Persia Review
The Rogue Prince of Persia offers a stylish take on the roguelike genre, excelling with its fluid parkour mechanics and vibrant presentation. While its progression systems and combat are standard for the genre, the game's smooth movement and well-paced gameplay make it a worthwhile experience, especially for fans of the Prince of Persia IP. It is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Professional Content Creator RectWizard Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Professional Content Creator RectWizard has been announced as a Guest of Honor for the Fire & Ice RGX 2026 gaming event. The event will feature various industry talent, including voice actors, musicians, and content creators, and will take place from June 20 to June 21 in Roseville, CA. The article also briefly mentions recent updates and releases for Grand Theft Auto Online, Chaos Zero Nightmare, skate., Steam to Electric, Mullet Madjack, and Truck-kun is Supporting Me from Another World?!