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Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (30th May)
Several Nintendo Life staff members share their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Mina The Hollower, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Star Fox 64 being prominent. Recent news includes Dragon Quest announcements, a Resident Evil 4 demo, and new mobile app and NSO additions.
Roguelike Autobattler Some of You May Die Is Coming to Android Soon
Indie developer Octavia Blue is preparing to launch their roguelike autobattler, Some of You May Die, on July 24th, 2026, for Android, iOS, and PC via Steam. The game features quick strategy matches where players upgrade heroes and abilities to survive increasingly difficult battles, with a free PC demo already available.
Insider Gaming Showcase 2026: Every Major Announcement, World Premiere & New Game Revealed | Invision
The Insider Gaming Showcase 2026 revealed 55 new titles across various genres including RPGs, roguelikes, shooters, horror, and strategy games. The showcase featured world premieres, debut trailers, and early gameplay for titles like Hawthorn, ZeroSpace, and Toypunk, highlighting a diverse range of indie and ambitious projects.
868-BACK Released
The roguelike computer hacking game 868-BACK, a follow-up to 2015's 868-HACK, is now available on GOG.com, itch.io, and Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It is launching with a 10% discount.
5 Games for Paternity Leave Worth Your Time | TAG
This guide recommends five video games suitable for players on paternity leave, prioritizing one-handed play, interruptible sessions, and low mental load. Games like Balatro, Vampire Survivors, Slay the Spire 2, Hades II, and Stardew Valley are highlighted for their compatibility with the unpredictable nature of caring for a newborn. The article also offers advice on gaming etiquette and mental health during this period.
Tiny indie team Sonderland will launch THE FIRST MILLION on June 26
Indie developer Sonderland Games announced that their money-making deckbuilder, The First Million, will launch on June 26, 2026. The game combines idle game mechanics with roguelike deckbuilder strategy and will be available on PC, iOS, and Android.
BARDA Leaves Early Access and Launches in Version 1.0 on June 2nd
Indie studio Mudita Games announced that BARDA, a backpack roguelike, will officially launch in Version 1.0 on June 2nd, 2026, after a successful Early Access period on Steam. The game combines tactical inventory management and roguelike decision-making, with a Nintendo Switch port planned for the summer.
『OCEANIDES of the World's End — Great Mother Goddess of the Void Sea —』 launches on Steam on July 16, 2026!
The fast-paced roguelike defense action game OCEANIDES of the World's End — Great Mother Goddess of the Void Sea — will launch on Steam on July 16, 2026. Developed by TIFON STUDIO, the game features over 70 action skills and 100+ upgrade cards as players defend the last ark in a flooded world against mysterious enemies.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is getting a roguelike mode, a Thieves Guild, and a sprawling underworld with unique terrain
Unfrozen has detailed the early access roadmap for their strategy RPG, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era. Upcoming additions include a roguelike mode, a Thieves Guild for intelligence gathering, a persistent underworld map layer, and co-op team versus modes. The developers also plan to introduce Observer mode, reworks for Elite classes, and new PvP win conditions before the 1.0 release.
River City Saga: Journey to the West Gets New Trailer Ahead of June Launch
Arc System Works America has released a new trailer for River City Saga: Journey to the West, launching June 4 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. The $19.99 title is a solo roguelike action game based on the Chinese classic Journey to the West, featuring familiar River City series characters and 80 unlockable Secret Skills for varied runs.
Evening Multiplex
This article highlights several game updates and trailers. It mentions 'Everything is Gun!', a high-octane shooter with roguelike elements, and provides an update for 'For Honor' for the week of May 28. Additionally, it notes the announcement trailer for 'Going My Way' and the official game reveal trailer for 'Rural Cat Trails'.
Everything is Gun! Rejects "Safe" Modern Shooters to Fuse Game-Breaking Isaac Synergies with Raw Unapologetic 90s Speed
Incineration Productions announced Everything is Gun!, a PC roguelike FPS launching in Q4 2027. The game aims to fuse the high-speed, skill-based gameplay of 90s shooters with the game-breaking synergies found in titles like The Binding of Isaac. Key features include uncapped momentum, Isaac-style weapon mutations, and asynchronous multiplayer revenge mechanics.
Undockable Demo Now Available on Steam: Experience the Madness Firsthand
The roguelike bullet hell game Undockable, developed by NyxArc Games and published by indie.io, has released an updated demo on Steam. The demo features redesigned visuals, revamped systems, and new boss fights, allowing players to experiment with its modular ship-building combat system. Players can download the demo and wishlist the full game.
Get LONESTAR and Calico for Free
The Epic Games Store is offering free copies of the games Calico and LONESTAR as part of its weekly giveaway. Calico is a cafe simulator featuring cats, while LONESTAR is a roguelike game. Both titles are available for PC.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era teases a roguelike mode as it hits 1 million sales
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved 1 million sales in less than a month, building on the success of the 1999 classic Heroes of Might and Magic 3. Developer Unfrozen and publisher Hooded Horse have revealed a roadmap for the game's early access period, including upcoming features like teamplay, observer modes, and a roguelike mode.
Sportal, a retro sports roguelike arena FPS, announced for Nintendo Switch
Retrovibe and Sleepwalking Potatoes announced that the retro sports roguelike arena FPS, Sportal, will be released on Nintendo Switch on June 11, 2026. The game features players using repurposed sports equipment as weapons against monsters in movie-themed arenas.
Retro sports roguelike first-person shooter SPORTAL launches June 11 for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC
The retro sports roguelike first-person shooter SPORTAL is set to launch on June 11 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game combines elements of sports, roguelike progression, and first-person shooter gameplay.
River City Saga: Journey to the West: trailer and Store page now live!
Arc System Works has announced that the store pages and a new trailer for River City Saga: Journey to the West are now live. The game, scheduled for release on June 4, 2026, will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam. It is described as a roguelike action game with deep replayability, featuring characters inspired by the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West and familiar faces from the Kunio-kun series.
MASTER MAZE BUILDING IN “ROGUE MAZE”, TOWER DEFENSE LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN, DEMO OUT NOW!
Bionic Wombat Games has released a demo for their debut tower defense roguelike, Rogue Maze, on Steam. Players construct mazes with various obstacles and traps to prevent escapees, utilizing strategic tile placement and gadgets. The game features unique characters, a custom workspace, and an original soundtrack.
THIEVES ARE COMING TO RAVENSWATCH!
NACON and Passtech Games have released 'Songs of Thieves,' a new free update for the roguelike action game Ravenswatch, now available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. This update introduces new 'Thieves' enemies, secret 'Thieve's Stashes' with various challenges, and a 'Mystic Harps' mechanic for team bonuses, alongside a new character, Stingy Jack.
