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Brand-New Hit PS5 RPG Already Discounted on PS Store
Hades 2, a critically acclaimed action RPG, is currently available at a 20% discount on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation Plus members until April 28. The game, originally released in 2025, has received numerous awards and offers a new experience building on the original's rogue-like dungeon crawling mechanics. The original Hades is also on sale for 75% off until April 23.
Smash It Wild – A Chaotic Mix Of Volleyball, Dodgeball And Roguelike Mayhem
Smash It Wild, a turn-based sports roguelike blending volleyball and dodgeball elements, has launched on Xbox Series X|S for £9.99. Developed by Goblinz Studio, Ernestine, and Funtaptic, and published by Goblinz Publishing, the game emphasizes tactical progression and unpredictable matches over realism. Each run involves building a team, unlocking items, and experimenting with abilities, with failure leading back to the start but with new knowledge or upgrades.
Saros Has "Very Special Haptics" On PS5's DualSense Controller
Housemarque creative director Gregory Louden detailed the PlayStation 5 features for the upcoming sci-fi roguelike Saros, emphasizing its use of DualSense haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. The game will also leverage Tempest 3D AudioTech and offer enhanced visuals and performance on the PS5 Pro, including support for PSSR upscaling.
Hades II Review | TheXboxHub
Hades II has finally launched on Xbox and Game Pass, receiving widespread acclaim for its polished gameplay and vibrant presentation. The roguelike action RPG builds upon its predecessor's foundation, offering more content and refined mechanics that make it a standout title. Despite a slightly delayed console release, the game is praised for its engaging combat, stunning art, and compelling narrative.
Void Roots Launches on Steam with Creature Fusion and Roguelike Combat
Void Roots, a new indie strategy game developed by PewOn, has launched on Steam. The game features a unique blend of creature summoning and fusion, strategic combat, and roguelike progression with a cosmic horror theme. Players take on the role of Sentinels fighting against 'the Void' across the universe, with a core loop involving survival, unlocking new modes, and enhancing creatures through fusion.
Frostrail – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Frostrail is a survival FPS where players operate and upgrade a steam-powered train through a frozen wasteland, fighting horrors solo or in co-op. The game emphasizes resource management, train upgrades, and exploration in a corrupted world. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Hades II Accolades Trailer Proves Supergiant’s Storytelling Magic Strikes Twice
Supergiant Games has released an accolades trailer for Hades II, highlighting critical praise for its storytelling and narrative ambition. The trailer emphasizes how the sequel expands upon the original's mythological themes and character depth, suggesting a strong potential for a successful console launch following its early access period.
Survivors-Like Bullet Heaven Builder TERRATECH LEGION Launches April 30th, Coming Day One to Xbox Game Pass
Mythwright and Payload Studios announced that TerraTech Legion, a vehicular combat Survivors-like builder, will launch on April 30th for PC and Xbox Series X|S. The game will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass. Players will build and customize battle vehicles to fight against swarms of machines across multiple worlds.
Hades 2 Gets Game-Changing Free Update Following PS5 Launch, Available to Download Now
Supergiant Games has released a significant free update for Hades 2, coinciding with its PlayStation 5 launch. The update introduces new content, including Fated Prophecy conclusions, expanded gifting options, new dialogue events, and an entirely new 'Dream Dives' game mode with randomized regions. It also features numerous balance adjustments, new animations, updated artwork, and bug fixes.
PlayStation Plus April 2026 Game Catalog Adds Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, Wild Arms 4, and More
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced the April 2026 PlayStation Plus Game Catalog additions, featuring Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, The Crew Motorfest, and Football Manager 2026 Console for Extra and Premium subscribers starting April 21. The lineup also includes classic title Wild Arms 4 for Premium members, alongside other games like Warriors: Abyss and The Casting of Frank Stone.
Release Date Set for Roguelike Dragon Quest Smash/Grow
Square Enix has announced that the mobile roguelike game Dragon Quest Smash/Grow will launch worldwide on April 21, 2026 for Android and iOS devices. Pre-registered players will receive 10 Transmuter pulls, potentially tied to equipment acquisition. The company also released the game's opening movie, showcasing new and classic character designs.
PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for April: The Crew Motorfest, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, Football Manager 26 Console, Warriors: Abyss and more
Sony has announced the April lineup for the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog, featuring titles like The Crew Motorfest, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, and Football Manager 2026 Console. PlayStation Plus Premium members will also gain access to the PS2 JRPG Wild Arms 4. These games will be available starting April 21.
TerraTech Legion launches April 30 for Xbox Series, PC
The roguelike action game TerraTech Legion is set to launch on April 30 for Xbox Series and PC platforms, including Steam and Epic Games Store. The game will feature a unique blend of vehicular combat and strategic gameplay.
Gas Station Simulator Devs Drop Airport Contraband Demo April 23
DRAGO Entertainment announced that their new roguelike simulation game, Airport Contraband, will release a demo on Steam on April 23. The game tasks players with acting as a customs officer in a tropical airport, balancing legal duties with requests from local cartels. This follows the success of their previous title, Gas Station Simulator.
Hades 2's second post-launch update secretly adds a new game mode
Supergiant Games has secretly added a new game mode called 'Dream Dives' to Hades 2 in its second post-launch update. This mode features randomly ordered zones with difficulty comparable to regular runs, introduces a new resource called Shiny Stars, and streamlines gameplay by removing traditional area progression and dialogues. The update also includes improvements to romances and narrative beats.
Supergiant drops a Hades 2 patch with a bunch of new dialogue, better romances, and buffs to the game's weakest god
Supergiant Games has released a new patch for Hades 2, adding new dialogue, improving romance storylines, and buffing the god Ares' boons. The update also includes narrated conclusion scenes for Fated Prophecies and better task instructions. This patch follows up on previous updates aimed at addressing player feedback since the game's early access launch.
TerraTech Legion rolls into the bullet heaven genre on 30th April
TerraTech Legion, a bullet heaven spin-off of the vehicular construction sandbox TerraTech, will launch for Xbox Series X|S and PC on April 30th, available day one on Game Pass. The game features blocky vehicle customization and automatic attacks, with players evading enemies while upgrading their vehicles and characters between runs. The developers, Mythwright and Payload Studios, have expanded upon the original TerraTech's mechanics to include hordes of robot enemies and playable characters with unique skill trees.
Hades 2 update adds new cutscenes for side quests, better romance options, and fixes a rare glitch that truly ruined the…
Supergiant Games has released a new update for Hades 2, adding new ending scenes for prophecies, improved romance options, and new dialogue. The patch also addresses a rare glitch that prevented a major character from appearing in the True Ending. The update is available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Hades 2 update leaves its biggest secret out of the patch notes: a new game mode
Supergiant Games has surprise-released a new game mode called 'Dream Dives' for Hades 2, which was not detailed in the latest patch notes. This mode offers a randomized, faster-paced alternative to standard runs, featuring four randomly ordered regions and increasing enemy difficulty. The update also includes balance changes, boon buffs, and new relationship events for characters, coinciding with the game's new PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X versions.
Designer of Terra Nil reveals Combolands, a deckbuilder where cards are buildings and the map is your deck
Crux Games, a studio co-founded by Terra Nil designer Sam Alfred, has revealed Combolands, a deckbuilder where cards represent buildings and the map serves as the deck. The game, which builds upon a prototype called Tiny Towns, will feature roguelike citybuilder mechanics, unlockable content, and multiple guilds. A demo is currently available, with support for PC via Proton/Wine.
