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Roguelike Dungeon Crawler Allfather Reveals Its First Look
Veteran roguelike developer Tommy McKay has announced his new title, Allfather, a first-person roguelike featuring Norse mythology, permadeath, and PSX-era horror visuals. Players take on the role of a fallen shieldmaiden fighting her way from Helheim to Valhalla, with procedurally generated dungeons, divine blessings, and persistent progression elements.
Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko's Mystery Dungeon -Classic HD- review: That man has a family
Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko's Mystery Dungeon -Classic HD- is a remaster of the first Mystery Dungeon game, notable for its historical significance in the genre. While the core roguelike gameplay remains solid and charming, the visual presentation is criticized for its blocky 3D models and smudgy sprite filters, with some input lag issues persisting. The game is available on PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Your Debt Is Paid – Official Reveal Trailer
Your Debt Is Paid, a dark fantasy roguelike auto-battler, has received an official reveal trailer. The game features retro visuals and CRT effects, tasking players with surviving monster-filled dungeons and gathering 'Blood' to pay off a debt to a mysterious captor.
Your Debt Is Paid Turns Your Worst Financial Nightmare Into A Roguelike
Your Debt Is Paid is a new fantasy-themed roguelike auto-battler from developer Cmski, coming to PC via Steam in early 2027. The game features retro visuals and a dark fantasy setting where players pay off a blood debt to escape a monster-filled dungeon. Battles unfold automatically, allowing players to focus on strategic build combinations and decision-making.
TIL what may or may not be the oldest board game in recorded history is also, perhaps inevitably, now a roguelike
The deckbuilder game Oh!Ware, recently released on Steam, incorporates mancala, a board game potentially dating back 1,500 to 7,000 years, into its roguelike structure. While the game uses marbles instead of cards, its core mechanic is rooted in the ancient game, prompting discussion about its historical significance and modern adaptation.
Caves of Qud getting new Nintendo Switch 2 version, physical release confirmed
Caves of Qud is receiving a new version for the Nintendo Switch 2, which will feature boosted resolution and a physical release. The science fantasy roguelike will retain its deep simulation and character customization options. A release date for the new version has not yet been announced.
PlayStation 5 Getting 2025 Xbox Exclusive Action Game
Ghost Ship Publishing announced that Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, previously an Xbox and PC exclusive, will launch on PlayStation 5 on October 7, 2026. The single-player auto-shooter, inspired by Vampire Survivors, features horde combat and weapon upgrades. An expansion DLC, Knockout, was also revealed, though its PS5 availability is unconfirmed.
Endless Rails Review | TheXboxHub
Endless Rails is a bullet heaven roguelike with an inspired core mechanic of building and customizing a train with various carriages and cargo. While the train customization and build potential are praised, the game is criticized for lacking content, feeling like an Early Access title with limited trains, upgrade trees, levels, and enemy variety.
The 12 most exciting video game releases of October 2026
October 2026 is set to feature a diverse lineup of video game releases, including Ace Combat 8: Wings Of Theve, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and Gears Of War: E-Day. Other notable titles include Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and Final Fantasy Resonance, which marks a return to turn-based combat. Microsoft is also releasing an Xbox and PC exclusive, while Nintendo is launching Nintendo Switch Sports Resort.
Popular PS5 Open-World Shooter Is 85% Off on PlayStation Store With DLC
Ubisoft's Far Cry 6 Game of the Year Edition is available for $17.99 on the PlayStation Store, an 85% discount that ends on October 8, 2026. This edition includes the base game, The Lost Between Worlds expansion, Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon, and various cosmetic packs and DLC episodes offering roguelike gameplay. Free trial versions for PS4 and PS5 are also available.
Hades 2 devs say the sequel wasn't about the smart business choice: "We have made the dumb decision many times…
Supergiant Games developers discuss their decision to create Hades 2, emphasizing that it was a creative choice driven by enthusiasm for the world and the challenge of making a sequel, rather than a purely business-driven one. Studio director Amir Rao and art director Jen Zee highlight the team's thrill-seeking approach to game development and their desire to explore new possibilities within the established universe.
Horde Defenders codes (September 2026)
Horde Defenders, a retro-inspired roguelike survival simulator on Roblox, does not currently feature traditional redeemable codes for in-game items. Instead, players can share 'base codes' to help friends with their base layouts. The game is in alpha development, and a code redemption system is present but not yet active.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 28 to October 2
This weekly feature highlights new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between September 28 and October 2. Titles include Minecraft Dungeons II, Gears of War: E-Day, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and a remastered The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, among many others across various genres.
Even after Palworld 1.0, Pocketpair lead says 2026's best indie could be this Overwhelmingly Positive Steam roguelike citybuilder: "I haven't played a game more addictive since Balatro"
Pocketpair's John Buckley highly recommends the indie citybuilder '100% Combolands,' calling it the best indie game of the year and more addictive than 'Balatro.' Developed by a two-person team, Crux Games, '100% Combolands' is a roguelike citybuilder praised for its strategic depth and satisfying gameplay loop, earning an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating on Steam.
Hooked on the brothers
This article profiles Wes, a long-time games and hardware journalist who joined PC Gamer in 2014 after stints at The Wirecutter and Tested. Wes has a particular interest in emulation and Japanese games, and enjoys optimizing complex systems in Satisfactory and playing older Final Fantasy titles or ASCII roguelikes.
Shape of Dreams codes (September 2026) for cosmetics
This guide provides active codes for Shape of Dreams, offering exclusive cosmetic items for characters. While these codes do not impact gameplay, they allow players to customize their traveler's appearance. The article also details how to redeem codes and lists previously expired ones.
How To Play Anomaly Garden
Anomaly Garden is an addictive game that blends gardening simulation with roguelike and action elements. Players start with a garden plot over a dimensional rift, earning money by growing and harvesting crops. As players upgrade their plot, the rift becomes more active, spawning anomalies that reward Shards for upgrades, including a mech. The game features various tools, anomalies, and mechanics like the Rift Market and The Backrooms.
The Best Video Games With Gambling Scenes For Modern Digital Entertainment
This article highlights video games featuring gambling scenes, despite increasing regulatory scrutiny on in-game gambling mechanics like loot boxes. Titles such as Grand Theft Auto Online, Red Dead Redemption 2, Fallout: New Vegas, and the poker-inspired roguelike Balatro are discussed for their engaging gambling elements.
Dicevaders coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Dicevaders, a dice-based roguelike deckbuilder set in the StarVaders universe, is launching on September 29, 2026, for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The game will be available digitally for $14.99 and features optional mouse controls on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Gunstoppable Is On Xbox – Speed, Guns, Bananas, And One Glorious Mess
Gunstoppable, a high-speed action shooter developed and published by CAGE Studios, has launched on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One for £10.49. The game features fast-paced movement mechanics, absurd weapon combinations like flamethrower shotguns and nuclear bananas, and a story campaign involving rogue robots and a quest to save Earth.
