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Risk of Rain inspired one of my favorite new roguelikes, and it's getting a huge update and console ports a year…
Shape of Dreams, an action roguelike inspired by Risk of Rain, is receiving a significant update and launching on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch with crossplay support. The update introduces a new character, Cetus, and additional story content. The game has sold over 1.5 million copies since its PC launch a year ago.
Xenother Cards
Xenother Cards is an independently developed strategy card game that blends single-player tower climbing with a roguelike overworld map. The core gameplay focuses on card mechanics.
Vampire Survivors Fans Will Love PS5 Roguelike That’s Under $9 on PlayStation Store
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, a roguelike deck-builder spin-off of Vampire Survivors, is now available on PlayStation 5 for under $9. Co-developed and published by Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, the game maintains the vibe of its predecessor while offering a distinct dungeon-crawling experience with a turn-based combat system.
GLOOMKEEP II - WHAT THE LIGHT WAKES - A turn-based dungeon crawler for the Commodore 64 by J5
GloomKeep II is a new turn-based dungeon crawler for the Commodore 64, serving as a sequel to the original GloomKeep. The game features a unique mechanic where players must manage light and shadow, as carrying a relic illuminates the map but alerts enemies. Developed in 6502 assembly, the game features new art and music inspired by the original.
Xbox Game Pass Gets 12 More Games In September
Microsoft has announced 12 new games coming to Xbox and PC Game Pass in September, with some arriving day-one. Titles include Kernel Hearts, Well Dweller, Minecraft Dungeons II, Ninja Gaiden 4, and Dune: Awakening. Several games are also leaving the service on September 30.
Coming to XBOX Game Pass: Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding a variety of new titles throughout September and October, including Gears of War: E-Day, Minecraft Dungeons II, Dune: Awakening, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Several games are also leaving the service on September 30th.
Crimson Moon director says "life happens," as he explains ProbablyMonsters' time-friendly Soulslike
David Lesperance, director of Crimson Moon, discusses the game's design philosophy, aiming to balance deep soulslike gameplay with accessibility for players with limited time. He highlights the studio's responsiveness to player feedback, including implementing requested features like custom keybindings and addressing optimization issues.
WoW Factor: BlizzCon 2026 paints a bright future for retail World of Warcraft
Blizzard Entertainment revealed several updates for World of Warcraft at BlizzCon 2026, including details on the final patch for The War Within, 'Eclipse,' which will feature a confrontation with Xal'atath. The company also teased the next expansion, The Last Titan, and announced a Wrath of the Lich King expansion remix. New features like the Talebound roguelike mode and significant transmogrification updates, allowing armor type restrictions to be lifted, were also highlighted.
Delve Survivors heading to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
NGJ Corporation and Idioslab announced that their modern-retro roguelike game, Delve Survivors, will launch on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on January 21, 2027. The game will feature nine main dungeons, expanded skills and equipment, and a 100-floor endgame dungeon. It will be sold digitally for $19.99 on Nintendo Switch 2 and $16.99 on Nintendo Switch.
Rogue Eclipse Review: A Disappointing Space Shooter | Invision Game Community
Rogue Eclipse, a roguelike arcade spaceflight shooter from HUSKCRAFTS, fails to deliver on its premise, suffering from repetitive enemies, weak progression, poor sound mixing, and a basic story. The game feels like it is still in Early Access and is difficult to recommend, even for short bursts of gameplay. The review suggests significant improvements are needed in multiple areas.
PUBG: Dednet director says the game is all about 'spreading the gospel of PUBG to an audience that hasn't…
Krafton's upcoming shooter, PUBG: Dednet, aims to introduce the PUBG franchise to a new audience with roguelike elements and faster-paced gameplay. Creative director Dave Curd described the game as an attempt to spread the 'gospel of PUBG' through desperate survival and dark humor, with a focus on player-driven stories and unique abilities gained between matches.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 Headlines Next Game Pass Wave, Followed by Gears of War: E-Day
Microsoft's Game Pass is adding several new titles throughout September and October, including Minecraft Dungeons 2 and Gears of War: E-Day. RuneScape: Dragonwilds is available now, with other games like Kernel Hearts and Well Dweller rolling out for different subscription tiers. Several games will also be leaving the service by the end of September.
Undecember brings a roguelike wave defense mode, merges dungeons, and adds new items
Undecember has launched its new Farside season, introducing the roguelike wave defense mode 'Agony Wave' where players face enemy waves and choose blessings or curses. The update also merges the Constellation of Time and Chaos dungeons, adds two new skill runes, and improves essence gain from the Zodiac Pass.
Acclaimed 2026 RPG With Great Reviews Out Now on PlayStation 5
The acclaimed RPG Mewgenics, from The Binding of Isaac creator Edmund McMillen, is now available on PlayStation 5. This turn-based roguelike tactics game, where players breed cats for challenges, has received exceptional reviews, boasting a global player rating of 4.92/5 and a Top Critic Average of 89/100 on OpenCritic. Critics have praised its charm, polish, replayability, and over 100 hours of strategic gameplay.
BlizzCon 2026: World of Warcraft Forever encouraged Blizzard to ‘go again!’ with its hardcore mode
Blizzard Entertainment announced at BlizzCon 2026 that World of Warcraft Forever will receive its own hardcore mode, inspired by Diablo II's single-life challenge. This mode, which will launch several months after the game, will feature enhanced preparation mechanics, character protection against lag, and the ability to transfer fallen characters to other realms with earned legacy points. The developers aim to offer a more 'pure' and 'fair' way to play the game, drawing parallels to roguelike design.
Die in the Dungeon coming to Nintendo Switch [update: release date]
The turn-based roguelike game Die in the Dungeon will be released on Nintendo Switch on September 17, 2026, for $14.99. The game, which features dice-based combat and deck-building mechanics, was playable at Nintendo's booth during Gamescom.
Defender Of The Crown: The Legend Returns Review | TheXboxHub
Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns offers three distinct experiences: a 'Retro' version preserving the original PC/NES game, a 'Classic' modernized take, and a new 'Kingdom' roguelike mode. While the 'Kingdom' mode shows promise with its deck-building and dice mechanics, the overall package struggles to meet modern standards, feeling arbitrary and limited. The game is best appreciated as a nostalgic museum piece rather than a contemporary strategy title.
Final Fantasy 14's funky new roguelike mode has me hyped for Evercold's combat revamp, which'll be a…
The Final Fantasy XIV Beastmaster limited job's roguelike mode, the Crucible of the Unbroken, showcases experimental job design that excites the author for the upcoming Evercold update. This mode moves beyond rote rotations, requiring strategic pet selection and ability usage to overcome unique mechanics, offering a glimpse into Square Enix's potential to reintroduce job identity.
Shroom and Gloom is my new deckbuilder obsession thanks to its fantastic fights, beautiful artwork, and tasty mushrooms
Shroom and Gloom is a roguelike deckbuilder that combines exploration and combat mechanics, each with its own deck. The game features beautiful artwork, strategic gameplay involving stamina management, and a unique combat system focused on preparing and consuming mushroom-based enemies. The reviewer praises its engaging mechanics and artistic style, recommending it for its early access journey.
6 Exciting Indie Games That Should Be On Your Wishlist
This article highlights six exciting indie games showcased at PAX West that are worth adding to a Steam wishlist. The featured titles include Wolfhound, Blocks for Babies, Valor Mortis, God Save Birmingham, Crop, and Truckful, each offering unique gameplay mechanics and promising experiences.
