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A brave indie game has announced it's releasing the same day as GTA 6
Nicalis has announced an updated re-release of The Binding of Isaac, titled The Binding of Isaac: Repentance + Online, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch on November 19. This version includes all previous expansions, updates, and adds online co-op for up to four players. The release date is intentionally set for the same day as Grand Theft Auto 6, a move the publisher believes will generate publicity due to the vastly different target audiences.
Physics-Based Brawler Stick It to the Stickman Is Getting a Full Launch Next Month!
The physics-based brawler Stick It to the Stickman, developed by Free Lives and published by Devolver Digital, will leave Early Access on September 23rd. The full launch will introduce two new game modes, Neurolink and [REDACTED], and conclude the game's story. The game is available on PC via Steam.
Action Roguelite GodsTV Drops a Demo on Steam and a Pilot for Its Animated Series
The action roguelike game GodsTV, developed by Spud Gun Studios and Melbot Studios, has released a demo on Steam for PC. Concurrently, a pilot episode for its accompanying animated series, which shares the same satirical reality TV show premise, is available on the Mashed YouTube channel. The game features 90s-inspired humor, combat, and a progression system tied to player fame and the favor of alien gods.
Castlebound coming to Nintendo Switch [update: also Switch 2]
Ogre Pixel has confirmed that their roguelike action game, Castlebound, will be released on the Nintendo Switch. The game features fast-paced combat, defending a walking castle, and both solo and co-op multiplayer modes. A version for the Nintendo Switch 2 has also been confirmed.
"As more people play games, even the tiniest niches find a bigger audience" – Why Matt Webster is convinced people want Star Wars: Galactic Racer
Matt Webster, co-founder of Fuse Games, discusses the upcoming release of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, a title he believes can carve out a niche in the current market despite the general decline of racing games. The studio, formed by former Criterion developers, is innovating by incorporating roguelike elements and consequential decision-making, inspired by games like Hades and Slay the Spire, to enhance replayability. Webster also touches on the challenges of independent development, the importance of nurturing young talent, and the industry's aversion to risk.
Dead Age 2 gets surprise Nintendo Switch 2 release
Headup has unexpectedly released Dead Age 2 on the Nintendo Switch, available now on the Nintendo eShop for $17.99. This survival RPG blends elements of role-playing, roguelike events, and fast-paced turn-based combat, set in a post-apocalyptic world with a branching narrative and multiple endings.
The King’s Gambit Takes TMNT: Splintered Fate To A New Level
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate has received its largest free update, "The King's Gambit," which concludes the main story with a new boss, the Rat King. The update also adds a pet dinosaur named Pepperoni to the Lair. Additionally, paid DLC is available, introducing the playable character Slash and a Samurai Armor Pack for customization across multiple platforms including Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, PC, and Apple Arcade.
Hit PlayStation 5 Action Game Gets Its Biggest Update Yet Alongside Complete Edition
Super Evil Megacorp is releasing a major update and a Complete Edition for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate on PlayStation 5. The King's Gambit update adds the Rat King as a final boss and finishes the main story, while new DLC introduces the character Slash and Samurai Armor packs. The Platinum Bundle includes all released content for the roguelike brawler.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer has some of the best crashes I've seen in a long time, but with custom builds that incentivize checking yourself before you wreck yourself
Star Wars: Galactic Racer offers thrilling crashes and a compelling roguelike structure, incentivizing strategic build customization. Despite a weak narrative, the game excels in its core racing mechanics and the tension of its permadeath system across multiple platforms.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer preview and interview - the next best thing to F-Zero
Star Wars: Galactic Racer aims to be the definitive Star Wars racing experience, combining various vehicle types like land speeders and podracers. Creative director Kieran Crimmins discusses the game's design, its canon-compliant story set after Return of the Jedi, and the inclusion of roguelike elements in its campaign. The game is set to release on October 6, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer's multiplayer 'tour' mode is a chaotic arcade racer spliced with a MOBA, and…
Star Wars: Galactic Racer features a unique "tour" multiplayer mode that blends arcade racing with MOBA elements like buildcrafting and in-match progression. Developed by Fuse Games, the mode supports up to 12 players across multiple planets, with players upgrading their vehicles and abilities between races. Creative director Kieran Crimmins emphasizes player agency and strategic depth, while executive producer Craig Derrick notes the importance of accessible fun for friends.
Death Stranding meets party-based tactical combat in mesmerising open world RPG Fog'n'Silence, in which you lead twisted humans through the Afterlife
Fog'n'Silence is a new open-world RPG from Hello Andromeda that blends party-based tactical combat with inspirations from Kenshi, Death Stranding, and Outer Wilds. Players lead a group of Vagrants through the Afterlife, facing transmogrifying fog, blind monsters, and simultaneous-turn combat, with roguelike elements and persistent knowledge carried over between runs.
The Last Mission: Space TD Is an Auto-Battler and Space Battle Sim Out on Android
The Last Mission: Space TD, a new sci-fi strategy game developed by amarks, is now available on Android. The game blends tower defense, roguelike progression, auto-battler mechanics, and space battle simulation, tasking players with commanding a fleet to defend Earth from alien waves. It features offline gameplay with extensive ship customization and upgrade options.
Kernel Hearts receives Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailer
Kernel Hearts will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 17, 2026, as announced by Whitethorn Games and Ephemera Games. The game is a cooperative action roguelike where players team up to defeat a god, featuring persistent upgrades and magical transformations. A new trailer and the availability of a character outfit in Fortnite were also revealed.
Singing sirens, angry gods and cannibalized crews: Sunless Sea is The Odyssey as an RPG
Sunless Sea is an RPG that captures the essence of Odysseus' journey through its challenging exploration and narrative-driven gameplay. Players captain a ship, managing resources and making risky decisions in a quasi-Victorian underworld setting, where survival often depends on venturing into the unknown. The game emphasizes storytelling and risk-taking, mirroring the themes of ancient epics.
Coming Out in gaming this week — August 17, 2026
This week's gaming releases include FEED IT, a PSX-style horror game, and The Sinking City 2, a survival horror set in the Roaring '20s. Other notable titles are the sci-fi RTS Space Tales, the action-RPG Mortal Shell II, and the adventure/simulation puzzle game how to kill a fly. Grim Trials, a roguelike, and Steins;Gate Re:Boot, a visual novel, also launch this week.
Warlock - A top down action slasher by Haplo is previewed for the C64
A preview for Warlock, a top-down action slasher developed by Haplo for the Commodore 64, has been released. The game draws inspiration from classic first-person shooters like Heretic but features a top-down perspective and handcrafted levels without permadeath. The current preview includes six levels and is expected to have bugs, with the developer planning to add more content and polish for the final release.
Tower Dominion launch trailer – roguelike tower defense game makes it to Nintendo Switch
Tower Dominion, a roguelike tower defense game previously available on PC, has launched on Nintendo Switch with a new trailer. The game features a modular building system, multiple difficulty levels, and distinct playable factions, offering high replayability.
Lootbound Turns Every Run Into A Risky Party-Building Adventure
Lootbound, a party-building roguelike developed by Artdock and published by Dreland Enterprises, is now available on Xbox Series X|S for £12.49. The game allows players to control nearly every aspect of their run, from recruiting companions and equipping them to developing skills, with the core appeal lying in discovering synergistic combinations that lead to victory.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 17 to 21
This week's "Next Week on Xbox" feature highlights numerous game releases for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between August 17 and 21, including titles available on Game Pass. Notable releases include S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl (DLC), Backyard Baseball, The Sinking City 2, and Mortal Shell II, alongside a variety of indie titles across different genres.
