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Never Grave’s Pacing Feels a Bit Awkward
Never Grave: The Witch and the Curse is a Metroidvania with roguelike elements where players control a witch hat that can possess various entities. While the core concept and gameplay mechanics are solid, the game suffers from awkward pacing, repetitive level design, and difficulty spikes that hinder the overall experience. It is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
I was pleasantly surprised by this BioShock-coded roguelike FPS, and its latest update adding a speargun has me yearning…
DoubleMoose Games has released a new update for its roguelike FPS Abyssus, adding a speargun with a spectral polearm ability for zone denial and disrupting enemy crowds. The update also includes new cosmetic items and boss attack patterns. To celebrate, Abyssus is available at a 30% discount, priced at $17.50 until March 12.
Slay the Spire 2 Charms Fans with Delightfully Rough MS Paint Development Assets
Slay the Spire 2 is delighting fans with its use of MS Paint placeholder assets during development, showcasing a charmingly transparent approach. This indie development style emphasizes authenticity and builds trust with the community, setting realistic expectations for the game's eventual release. While not the final art, these assets allow developers to test core mechanics, highlighting the substance over flash that defined the original game.
The makers of idle farming sensation Rusty's Retirement have announced a new game, and this one's taking over…
Mister Morris Games, known for Rusty's Retirement, has announced its new game, Pegs X Stickers. This pachinko-roguelike combines elements of Balatro and Peggle, featuring custom peg layouts, score multipliers, and unique mascot interactions. The game is targeted for release in August and will include over 50 types of pegs and 100 stickers.
Review: Blue Prince (Switch 2) - A Masterful Mystery, And One Of The Best Puzzlers Ever
Blue Prince, a puzzle roguelike from Dogubomb, has been released on Nintendo Switch, offering a masterful mystery experience. The game tasks players with finding a hidden room in a manor, utilizing a unique blueprint and room-shuffling mechanic. Despite minor technical limitations and a lack of cross-save from previous platforms, the Switch version is praised for its engaging gameplay loop and deep secrets, making it one of the best puzzlers available.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – March 2026 round-up
This March 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including Reigns: The Witcher, a port of Tomb Raider, and the unique chess-like game Shotgun King. Other notable titles include Dwarves: Glory, Death & Loot, Retrocade, and Last Asylum: Plague, offering a diverse range of genres and gameplay experiences.
Math Survivor - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Math Survivor is a free online browser-based HTML5 game that combines roguelike survival gameplay with arithmetic challenges. Players must solve equations to destroy incoming threats and defend their base, utilizing various skills and synergies to survive relentless waves of enemies in a retro-neon aesthetic.
Slay the Spire II Is Now The Most Played Roguelike On Steam
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved the highest player count for a roguelike on Steam since its Early Access launch, surpassing 430,000 concurrent players. The game's success in Early Access is attributed to community involvement, with plans for further content updates.
Slay the Spire 2’s explosive early access launch makes it the most-played roguelike in Steam’s history on day one
Slay the Spire 2's early access launch on Steam was a massive success, achieving over 430,000 concurrent players on its first day. This record-breaking number makes it the most-played roguelike in Steam's history, surpassing titles like Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. The sequel introduces new characters, cards, and online co-op to the acclaimed formula.
Slay the Spire 2 Dev Never Thought It Would Actually Pass Marathon in Steam Concurrents, Says Congratulations Post ‘Seems a Bit Meaner Than Intended’ - IGN
Slay the Spire 2 has significantly surpassed Bungie's Marathon in concurrent player numbers on Steam, reaching over 350,000 players compared to Marathon's peak of 88,337. MegaCrit co-founder Casey Yano expressed surprise at the success, and the studio clarified that a congratulatory tweet to Bungie was intended sarcastically and not as shade.
Bandai Namco reveal new Sword Art Online game, where you make your own character
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad, an action RPG for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, launching July 9/10. Players will create custom avatars and experience permadeath mechanics within the world of Aincrad, with a special 'Death Game Mode' available in the Deluxe Edition.
The excellent fusion of Balatro and chess in Gambonanza releases May 1
Gambonanza, a turn-based chess roguelike, is set to release on May 1st. The game features smaller boards, synergistic Gambits and pieces, a dynamic reserve system, strategic board upgrades, and retro pixel art. A demo is currently available with native Linux support.
Shrouded Siege – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Shrouded Siege is a new roguelike tower defense game inspired by Irish mythology, featuring maze-building mechanics for solo or co-op play. Players can build intricate labyrinths using various terrain types and combine over 50 abilities across 30 tower types to defend sacred shrines. Beta sign-ups are now open for players to experience the game's collaborative maze-building and tower defense gameplay.
Rustil: Eternal Labyrinth Castle launches March 13
The roguelike action game Rustil: Eternal Labyrinth Castle is set to exit Early Access and officially launch for PC on March 13. The game combines roguelike elements with action gameplay.
Slay The Spire 2 Just Smashed This Huge Player Count Record
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a massive player count in Steam Early Access, reaching a peak of 282,314 concurrent players on its first day. This record-breaking launch surpasses other popular roguelike deckbuilders and positions it as a top performer on Steam, even outperforming several AAA releases. The game features a new four-player co-op mode and is expected to remain in early access for one to two years.
Engagement Ring
Slay the Spire 2 has been released and immediately set a new concurrent player record on Steam. The game is a sequel to the popular roguelike deck-builder.
15 First Person Shooter (FPS) Games of 2026
This article highlights upcoming first-person shooter games slated for release in 2026, showcasing a diverse range of titles from militaristic combat to sci-fi horror. Featured games include Marathon, Halo: Campaign Evolved, Better Than Dead, Resident Evil Requiem, John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, DEFECT, NO LAW, Road to Vostok, MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, ExeKiller, ILL, Rogue Point, Witchfire, and Valor Mortis, each offering unique gameplay mechanics and settings.
Slay the Spire 2 is Now the Biggest Roguelike on Steam, Beating Elden Ring Nightreign
Slay the Spire 2 has become the biggest roguelike on Steam, achieving a peak concurrent player count of 414,218 shortly after its debut. This figure surpasses the lifetime peak of its predecessor, Slay the Spire, and also exceeds the previous record holder, Elden Ring: Nightreign. The game is currently in early access on PC and features new characters and co-op support.
Slay the Spire 2 Launches, Immediately Shatters a Concurrent Player Record on Steam - IGN
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a new concurrent player record for a roguelike on Steam during its early access launch, reaching over 177,000 players. This surpasses previous records set by Hades 2 and Mewgenics. The game is currently available on PC, with console versions expected after its full release.
Arcade Escape The Coin Game Fully Releasing March 19
The Coin Game, an arcade adventure game developed by devotid and Kwalee, is fully releasing on March 19 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The 1.0 update will introduce new locations, vehicles, side quests, and a new Survivor Mode called the “Transport Phonebooth.” The game was originally released in Early Access in 2019.