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'This Feels Like Nothing Else Out There': Saros Devs on Making Another Standout PS5 Exclusive
Housemarque's Gregory Louden and Simone Silvestri discuss their upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive, Saros. They highlight how the game builds upon the foundations of Returnal, focusing on rewarding progression, accessible difficulty options, and a deeper narrative integration while maintaining the studio's signature gameplay-first approach. The developers emphasize Saros' unique identity and its role as a potential entry point for new players to Housemarque's acclaimed library.
As Enter the Gungeon celebrates its 10th anniversary, its creators have some choice words for the modern roguelike: 'We’re seeing it mutate to the version of itself that popularity obfuscates'
As Enter the Gungeon celebrates its 10th anniversary, developers Dave Crooks and Adam Kidd Drucker express concerns about the modern roguelike genre, particularly its increasing reliance on gambling-like mechanics and progression systems. They feel this trend, exemplified by games like Vampire Survivors and Balatro, deviates from the core experience of traditional roguelikes and can feel "cash-grabby." The developers are currently working on Enter the Gungeon 2, aiming to stay true to the original's blend of roguelike and bullet-hell elements.
Coming Out in gaming this week — April 27, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the week of April 27, 2026, across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Titles range from cozy adventures like Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth and inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories, to action-packed games such as He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction and Invincible VS. The lineup also includes strategy games like Lunchbreak Tactics, horror with Mourning Tide, and roguelikes like SAROS and Gambonanza.
Drunken Goddess Reflux Mixes Alcohol and Russian Roulette on PC
Drunken Goddess Reflux is a new roguelike survival game from Alliance Arts and WHO YOU, revealed at INDIE Live Expo. The game features a unique mechanic where players engage in an alcohol-fueled game of Russian roulette against a demon, with card-based strategy and psychological horror elements. It is set to release on PC via Steam in 2026.
Balatro Player Finally Hits 100% After Marathon Completion Run
A player has achieved 100% completion in the indie roguelike game Balatro, a feat described as more impressive than many AAA platinum trophies. The game combines poker mechanics with complex joker interactions and modifiers, requiring significant dedication and mastery of its systems, including multiple difficulty levels and specific challenge runs.
Crymelight is a Hades-esque roguelike that sends the white rabbit chasing Alice to hell to face her sins and fight for her freedom
Crymelight is a new action roguelike inspired by Hades and Alice in Wonderland, developed by FuRyu with a story penned by Naoki Hisaya. The game features a dark take on Wonderland as an afterlife where the protagonist Alice must confront her sins. It incorporates deckbuilder mechanics based on poker and a unique 'repentance system' where tears of penitence are transformed into power-ups.
Slay the Spire 2 Beta Gets Major Update With Patch v0.104.0
MegaCrit has released a significant beta update, patch v0.104.0, for Slay the Spire 2. This update signifies the developers' careful approach to building upon the beloved original, focusing on narrative and gameplay refinement rather than a rushed release. The ongoing beta testing suggests a methodical development process, prioritizing community feedback to shape the sequel's story and mechanics.
5 Awesome Indie Games I Played At LVL UP Expo 2026
The author highlights five notable indie games showcased at LVL UP Expo 2026, including The Dungeon Experience, Wanderburg, Cursemark, Bubsy 4D, and Grave Seasons. The article praises the diversity and quality of indie titles presented at the event, with specific mentions of publishers like Devolver Digital and Mad Mushroom.
5 Awesome Indie Games I Played At LVL UP Expo 2026
This article highlights five notable indie games showcased at LVL UP Expo 2026, featuring titles from The MIX and the Wishlisted Showcase. Games like The Dungeon Experience, Wanderburg, Cursemark, Bubsy 4D, and Grave Seasons are detailed with their descriptions, developers, publishers, and the author's impressions.
Minimalist Roguelike Action Game 'Wanderburg' Enters Early Access This Summer
The minimalist roguelike action game Wanderburg, developed by Randwerk and published by Sidekick Publishing, will launch in Early Access for PC via Steam this summer. Players control a mobile fortress that grows by consuming targets, featuring a modular build system for customization and progression through both in-run upgrades and between-run unlocks.
Roguelike Card Game 'LUNAR PULSE' Announced for PC in 2027
Fahrenheit 213 and GIANTY have announced LUNAR PULSE, a single-player roguelike card game for PC launching in 2027. The game features simultaneous turn-based card battles where players must read their opponent's intent, with a focus on striking, guarding, and parrying. Set in an eternal moonlight, players control Lilith in a ritualistic confrontation against thirteen witches, with choices leading to multiple endings and revelations about the world.
Round Up: Saros PS5 Reviews Rate It as One of the Best Games of 2026
Housemarque's new PlayStation 5 exclusive, Saros, has received near-unanimous praise from critics, positioning it as one of the top-rated games of 2026. Reviewers highlight its refined gameplay, building upon the success of Returnal while offering increased flexibility and challenge. The game is lauded for its atmospheric blend of sci-fi action and eldritch horror, with many finding its narrative and combat deeply engaging.
Roguelike Action RPG 'CRYMELIGHT' Launches November 5, 2026
FuRyu announced that the roguelike action RPG CRYMELIGHT will launch on November 5, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features Alice, who must navigate a deadly Wonderland by defeating the Queen. Gameplay involves repeated runs through Purgatory with a card system and a unique sin-based upgrade mechanic, aiming for a 20-30 hour playtime.
Crymelight revealed for Nintendo Switch 2
FuRyu has unveiled Crymelight, an action roguelike game set for release on November 5, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. This new installment in the Cry series draws inspiration from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and features a poker-style skill card system for combat customization. The game will be priced at $19.99.
FuRyu announces roguelike action game CRYMELIGHT for PS5, Switch 2, and PC
FuRyu has announced CRYMELIGHT, a new roguelike action game set to release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game is described as the next entry in FuRyu's 'dark bishoujou action' series.
Wanderburg launches in Early Access this summer
The minimalist roguelike action game Wanderburg is set to launch in Early Access for PC via Steam this summer. Further details regarding the specific release date are expected soon.
What we've been playing - "Help me, someone, please, I have pets to feed"
Several writers share their current gaming habits, with discussions on Pragmata, Lego Batman: The Videogame, Tomodachi Life, Vampire Survivors, Slay the Spire 2, and Vampire Crawlers. The pieces highlight personal experiences with game mechanics, collectibles, and the addictive nature of certain titles.
Dark Fantasy Roguelike 'Cursemark' Enters Early Access June 8, 2026
The dark fantasy roguelike action game Cursemark will launch in Early Access for PC via Steam on June 8, 2026, for $14.99. Developed by CLYDE Games and published by Mad Mushroom, the game features a rune system for ability modification, seven schools of magic, and a tile-based map progression system where increasing the cursemark's strength raises enemy difficulty.
Hell Clock: Cursed War in June
Rogue Snail and Mad Mushroom have announced Cursed War, an expansion for their roguelike action RPG Hell Clock. The expansion is set to release on June 2nd for the Windows edition on Steam. Both the base game and the new DLC will be available on this platform.
Hell Clock Comes to Consoles, Cursed War Expansion Hits All Platforms June 2, 2026
Hell Clock, an Action RPG with roguelike elements from Rogue Snail and Mad Mushroom, is launching on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on June 2, 2026. The game's first major expansion, Cursed War, will also release on PC and consoles on the same date, adding new story acts, maps, skills, and endgame systems.