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Dome Keeper Multiplayer is Here! Will You Compete or Team Together?
Dome Keeper has released its highly anticipated multiplayer update, featuring free co-op and versus modes for up to 8 players, playable locally or online. A new paid DLC, The Lost Keepers, introduces two new playable characters. The update is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and PC Game Pass.
HARSH REIGNS – A Roguelike RPG Now Available in Early Access on Steam
The roguelike RPG HARSH REIGNS, developed by Patron Minette, has launched in Early Access on Steam for PC on March 28, 2026. The game features simple controls, turn-based combat, and a unique item durability system where breaking items increases proficiency. Players can customize their characters through level-ups, class changes, and permanent upgrades, with ongoing updates planned.
Skull Horde Unlock Units Guide - How to Get Each Character
This guide for Skull Horde details how to unlock each of the game's enlistment units. Skull Horde is an auto-battling dungeon crawler with roguelike mechanics that has received positive player reviews on Steam. The guide lists the specific in-game requirements for obtaining characters like the Assassin, Ballista, and Necromancer.
Open-world crime game Samson beats up a bunch of bugs in a new patch, as developer admits it 'released a game with…
Liquid Swords has released a patch for its open-world crime game Samson to address numerous bugs and performance issues. The developer, led by Christofer Sundberg, has also issued a roadmap for future updates, with another patch planned for this week and a further update on April 22. Despite a mixed reception on Steam due to technical problems, the studio is committed to supporting Samson long-term.
Game Pass Goes Huge – Oblivion, Hades II And COD Arrive While GTA V Leaves
Xbox Game Pass is adding several major titles including Hades II, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Grand Theft Auto V will be removed from the service. New additions span various genres and platforms, including PC, Xbox Series X|S, and cloud.
Solo Dev in 1,000-Person Village Sells 250K Copies of Dwarf Roguelike
Indie developer Rafa, from a village of 1,000 people, has sold 250,000 copies of his dwarf roguelike, "Dwarves: Glory, Death, and Loot," on Steam. This success highlights the democratization of game publishing, proving that geographic location is less important than game quality in the digital marketplace. The story serves as inspiration for aspiring developers, demonstrating that a solo developer can achieve significant success without industry connections or large studio backing.
Tamashika Review | Console Creatures
Tamashika is a bizarre and chaotic action game with a unique visual identity and a steep learning curve, inspired by 90s boomer shooters. While its LSD-laden gameplay and great music are highlights, the game suffers from a minimal story, sporadic checkpoints, and a lack of content, making it feel limited for those prioritizing progression or narrative.
These 18+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out This Week (13th-19th April)
This week sees the release of several new games for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, including the highly anticipated Pragmata, the roguelike sequel Hades 2, and the unique first-person shooter Mouse P.I. For Hire. Other notable titles include the narrative RPG Dosa Divas, the stealth platformer Ereban: Shadow Legacy, and the visual novel Decollate Decoration.
These 18+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out Next Week (13th-19th April)
A variety of new games are releasing on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 between April 13th and 19th. Notable titles include the highly anticipated sequel Hades 2, the stylish FPS Mouse P.I. For Hire, and Capcom's new IP Pragmata. The list also features several indie titles across various genres like RPGs, platformers, and puzzle games.
Industry Legend Ron Gilbert Is Bringing His Auto-Scrolling RPG to PS5 Next Week
Legendary game designer Ron Gilbert and his studio Terrible Toybox are releasing their auto-scrolling roguelike RPG, Death By Scrolling, to PlayStation 5 on April 16, 2026. The game, previously announced for PC, features pixelated graphics, unique character abilities, and a constant forward momentum as players navigate purgatory, avoid death, and upgrade their characters.
Psychedelic FPS TAMASHIKA Now Available
The psychedelic first-person shooter TAMASHIKA, developed by EDGLRD and quicktequila, is now available for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Players control a rogue spirit navigating procedurally generated labyrinths with a focus on blinking, parrying, and shooting.
Grind Survivors review – Dedicated to the Grind
Grind Survivors is an action roguelike from Ukrainian developer Pushka Studios that focuses on survival against waves of enemies with a familiar upgrade loop. While it offers hypnotic gameplay in short bursts, the game suffers from a lack of variety in enemy types, environments, and meaningful strategic evolution, ultimately becoming more about endurance than engaging progression.
Indie dev who lives in a village of 1,000 people stunned as over 250,000 Steam users buy his roguelike: "It's…
An indie developer known as Rafa, who lives in a village of 1,000 people, was stunned to see his roguelike game, Dwarves: Glory, Death, and Loot, sell over 250,000 copies on Steam. The game, a mix of RPG, roguelike, and auto-battler elements, gained significant traction after its Early Access launch and has continued to grow in popularity. Rafa, who initially didn't see game development as a viable career path, learned that anyone can release and succeed with a game on Steam.
The indie studio reviving Castlevania follows Clair Obscur Expedition 33's lead: "Being a French team, we were…
Evil Empire is developing Castlevania: Belmont's Curse with a strong emphasis on French culture, setting the game in Paris and incorporating iconic landmarks. The developers have clarified that the game is not a roguelike, drawing inspiration from Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. The protagonist is referred to as 'a Belmont,' fueling speculation about the return of Sonia Belmont.
Inside 3on3 Freestyle’s New Career Mode: A New Way to Learn, Play, and Progress
3on3 Freestyle has introduced a new PvE Career Mode designed to help players learn game mechanics, progress characters, and prepare for competitive PvP. This mode features character-specific progression, roguelike elements for replayability, and exclusive resources, while ensuring all progression is confined to solo play to maintain competitive balance. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
Koshmar: The Last Reverie Preview | IGN
Koshmar: The Last Reverie combines the striking aesthetic of Alice: Madness Returns with Mass Effect-era morality systems and third-person hack-and-slash action. The game incorporates roguelike elements, bringing these inspirations into a modern character action experience.
While it plays its roguelike autobattling safe, Skull Horde does put a smile on my flaming skeleton head
Skull Horde, an autobattler roguelike from 8BitSkull, offers a familiar yet engaging experience where players command an army of minions to defeat enemies. While drawing heavy inspiration from titles like Vampire Survivors and Hades, its deep minion and item combination systems provide enough variety to make each run feel distinct. The game is available on PC via Steam.
Koshmar: The Last Reverie Preview | IGN
Koshmar: The Last Reverie is a third-person action game that blends the aesthetic of Alice: Madness Returns with Mass Effect-inspired morality systems and roguelike elements. The game aims to bring character action gameplay into the modern era.
RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike Review - Thumb Culture
Raccoon is a captivating pixel art roguelike coin pusher game developed by Doraccon for PC. It features extensive unlockables, visual stimulation, and a high potential for addiction, making it a standout title in the genre.
Level-5's Snack World Remake Drops Nintendo Exclusivity, Coming to PS5
Level-5's roguelike dungeon crawler, Snack World, is dropping its Nintendo exclusivity and will be released on PlayStation 5. Originally launched on Nintendo 3DS and later Nintendo Switch, the game will feature enhanced graphics and refined gameplay, with a new mode allowing players to control the anime's protagonist, Chup. A release date for the PlayStation 5 version has not yet been announced.
