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Swarm Me Demo is Live On Steam news
The demo for the horde survival game Swarm Me is now available on Steam, featuring new weapons, bosses, items, and a bank system for storing points between runs. This release aims to gather player feedback and performance data ahead of Steam Next Fest, with support for both keyboard/mouse and controllers.
Let's Play Hive Jump 2: Survivors - The Game Fanatics
Hive Jump 2: Survivors offers a challenging roguelike experience where players must survive endless waves of aliens with unlockable weapons and characters. Developed by Graphite Lab, the game builds upon the original Hive Jump with new wave-based gameplay that provides hours of fun.
Fast Food Wars - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Fast Food Wars is a new browser-based HTML5 bullet-hell shoot 'em up game featuring procedurally generated levels, random power-ups, and intense boss battles. Players can collect buffs and weapons to create synergies as they fight to reclaim restaurant territories. The game is currently in development and available to wishlist on Steam.
Indie Game of the Month Awards February 2026 🏅
The Indie Game of the Month Awards for February 2026 highlight outstanding indie titles across various genres. LOVE ETERNAL won Platformer of the Month, Seafrog took Metroidvania of the Month, and Hunt The Night was recognized as Action Game of the Month. BlazBlue Entropy Effect X was awarded overall Indie Game of the Month for its action-packed roguelike gameplay.
March 2026 Indie Game Wrap-Up: New Releases & Demos
This article provides a wrap-up of indie game releases and demos for March 2026, highlighting titles like Cupiclaw, Galactic Vault, Mr. Sleepy Man, Collector's Cove, Mythmatch, The Ratline, RUBATO, Nova Roma, and RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike. Most games are releasing on PC via Steam, with some also available on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Demos are available for many titles, and players are encouraged to wishlist them.
This week in PC games: Marathon, Slay The Spire 2, a promising Disco-like RPG and a monastic garden mystery
This week's PC game releases include Bungie's Marathon reboot, the early access launch of Slay the Spire 2, and a variety of indie titles. Notable releases span genres from life simulation and CRPGs to roguelikes and survival RTS games, offering diverse experiences for players.
As the current Steam Next Fest wraps up, the 10 most-played demos might surprise you
The Steam Next Fest is showcasing numerous game demos, with Marathon, Burglin' Gnomes, and Windrose topping the play hour charts so far. Other popular titles include Vampire Crawlers, Far Far West, Outbound, John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, Wanderburg, Fate Trigger, and Everything is Crab: The Animal Evolution Roguelite.
Feature: Nintendo Life eShop Selects (February 2026)
Nintendo Life's eShop Selects for February 2026 highlights the best digital-only Nintendo Switch releases. Caves of Qud took first place, praised for its depth and rewarding roguelike experience. The Disney Afternoon Collection and Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition secured second and third place, respectively, celebrating classic titles.
Dice A Million Review | TheXboxHub
Dice A Million is a dice-based roguelike that draws heavy inspiration from the popular game Balatro. While it builds upon Balatro's mechanics with its own unique dice effects and 'Rings' system, the core dice-rolling gameplay can feel less strategic initially. Despite some balance issues and a steep difficulty curve, the game offers deep customization and satisfyingly chaotic combos, making it a compelling experience for fans of the genre.
HEMOHOUND – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
HEMOHOUND is a fast-paced western shooter with roguelike elements where players consume enemy blood to gain skills and weapons. The game features strategic route choices, upgrade synergies, and curse-enhanced vampire bosses. A beta sign-up is currently available.
Review: BlazBlue Entropy Effect X Is a Solid Roguelike Action Game
BlazBlue Entropy Effect X is a solid roguelike action game that attempts to make the BlazBlue series more accessible, though its story remains convoluted. While playable characters like Noel Vermillion and Ragna the Bloodedge are powerful, the game suffers from some technical issues on the Nintendo Switch and unclear UI elements. Despite these drawbacks, it offers a fun experience for fans of the genre and the BlazBlue universe.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several gaming industry figures shared their weekend gaming plans, including finishing Resident Evil Village, starting new playthroughs of Disco Elysium and Minos, and trying out Steam Next Fest demos. Other titles mentioned include Zero Parades, American Truck Simulator, Love Eternal, Key Fairy, Marathon, and Horizon: Hunters Gathering.
Box Knight – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Box Knight is an action RPG roguelike that blends office humor with fantasy elements, featuring a comic-like aesthetic. Players take on the role of the Box Knight, defending the office from transformed employees. The game offers fast-paced tactical combat, randomized dungeon crawling with permanent upgrades, and is available as a beta demo on PC via Steam.
Official PlayStation Podcast Episode 535: Returning Residents
The Official PlayStation Podcast episode 535 covers upcoming game releases like Resident Evil 4, Scott Pilgrim EX, and Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered. Hosts Tim and Kristen discuss their personal gaming journeys, including God of War Sons of Sparta and Life is Strange: Reunion, and highlight the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for March.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for March 2 to 6
This week's Xbox releases include Marathon, Planet of Lana II, Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered, and Scott Pilgrim EX, among many others. Several titles are optimized for Xbox Series X|S and available on Game Pass, offering a diverse range of genres from action RPGs to puzzle games.
Gambonanza is the best Balatro-like version of chess yet and you have to try the demo
Gambonanza is a unique demo that blends chess and roguelike elements, drawing comparisons to Balatro. It features simplified chess mechanics on a small board, with players aiming to capture all enemy pieces within a turn limit. The game offers strategic depth through various upgrades, Gambits, and a dynamic reserve system, all presented with a retro pixel art aesthetic.
God of War: Sons of Sparta players can now unlock the two-player, endgame roguelike challenge by entering a code on…
Mega Cat Studios has made the endgame roguelike challenge mode, The Pit of Agonies, in God of War: Sons of Sparta accessible from the start menu on PlayStation 5. Players can now unlock this mode, which supports solo or two-player local co-op, by entering a specific code combination without needing to complete the main game first.
The Ocean Is Beautiful But Aquamarine: Explorer’s Edition Is Unforgiving
Aquamarine: Explorer's Edition is a turn-based survival adventure roguelike with psychedelic sci-fi aesthetics, available on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Players must manage resources and explore an alien ocean to reach their crashed ship, with survival depending on patience, preparation, and studying the ecosystem. The game features a unique playable comic style and offers Xbox Play Anywhere support.
Battlestar Galactica Scattered Hopes is a gift for fans of the show and roguelike lovers alike
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes is a new roguelike strategy game that captures the feel of the beloved TV show. Players command a Gunstar, making swift, tough decisions to survive Cylcon attacks and manage a fleet of civilian ships. The game features authentic battle sequences, random rewards, and permanent progression systems that encourage multiple playthroughs.
INFINITE CHUMP – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
INFINITE CHUMP is an upcoming ultra-fast boomer shooter roguelike where players graft spell-casting arms to their body and create spells on the fly using rings. The game features a psychedelic aesthetic, chaotic combat, and unpredictable encounters against mutated creatures. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
