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Level-5's Snack World Remake Drops Nintendo Exclusivity, Coming to PS5
Level-5's roguelike dungeon crawler, Snack World, is dropping its Nintendo exclusivity and will be released on PlayStation 5. Originally launched on Nintendo 3DS and later Nintendo Switch, the game will feature enhanced graphics and refined gameplay, with a new mode allowing players to control the anime's protagonist, Chup. A release date for the PlayStation 5 version has not yet been announced.
Naval Roguelike Deckbuilder CURSED TAILS announced on Steam!
Cursed Tails, a naval roguelike deckbuilder, has been announced for PC and is available to wishlist on Steam. Developed by solo dev Sycix, the game features a unique blend of genres with deep customization, allowing players to command a ghost ship, wield magical cards, and recruit fox spirits. It incorporates a hybrid real-time and turn-based combat system with distinct decks and cross-deck combinations.
Can You Survive When Things Get Grim? UnderMine 2’s 0.7 Update Launches on May 1st!
The 0.7 Duskfall Update for UnderMine 2 is set to launch on May 1st, introducing a new area, boss, market, and a 'Grim Crucible' difficulty mode. This update continues the game's Early Access journey towards its 1.0 launch, with developer Thorium encouraging player feedback.
Review: Raccoin: Coin Pusher Roguelike Relies Heavily on RNG
Raccoin: Coin Pusher Roguelike is a coin pusher game with roguelike elements, but its heavy reliance on RNG makes it feel more like a novelty than a serious challenge. While fun and capable of providing a dopamine fix, the game's outcome is heavily influenced by chance, leading to an uneven experience. The article suggests potential improvements like making special coins reusable to enhance strategic depth.
A developer originally working from his bedroom just launched a new Devil May Cry-inspired action game published by…
Ubisoft has published Morbid Metal, a roguelike action game developed by Felix Schade's 11-person studio, Screen Juice. The game, inspired by Devil May Cry, launched in early access on Steam for PC after nine years of development, starting as a university project. Schade credits a viral Reddit post and Ubisoft's publishing deal for helping the indie title gain traction.
Do You Like To Parry? Ricochet Raven Launches April 21st
Ricochet Raven, a fast-paced side-scrolling roguelike where deflecting enemy projectiles is the primary attack mechanic, will launch into Early Access on April 21, 2026. Developed by solo developer Kaosrio, the game features combo-based combat, unlockable abilities, and roguelike replayability. The initial Early Access release will include 7 enemy types, one environment, a boss, and 20 unlockable upgrades, with plans for further content additions.
Review - Raccoin (PC) | WayTooManyGames
Raccoin is a captivating pixel art roguelike developed by Doraccon, designed to be a time trap with numerous visual stimulations and a high combination factor. The game is praised for its cute and detailed aesthetic, extensive unlockables, and addictive gameplay loop, making it a potential breakout hit on PC.
Review - Raccoin (PC) | WayTooManyGames
Raccoin is a captivating pixel art roguelike for PC that offers a time-consuming experience with numerous unlockables and visual stimulation. Developer Doraccon has created an addictive game with the potential for widespread popularity. The reviewer highly recommends keeping an eye on this title.
Warhammer Brings Its Own 'Vampire Survivors' Game To Switch 1 & 2 This Year
Warhammer Survivors, a new roguelike game developed by Auroch Digital in partnership with Warhammer and poncle, is set to release on Nintendo Switch later this year. The game draws inspiration from Vampire Survivors, featuring characters and weapons from the Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar universes.
Ubisoft's Insane Action Game Morbid Metal Hits Early Access, and We're Desperate to Play It on PS5
Ubisoft published action game Morbid Metal, developed by Screen Juice, has launched in Early Access on PC. The game features a ten-hour campaign with procedurally generated levels, three playable characters, and roguelike elements, and has received "very positive" user reviews. The developers plan to work with the community during early access and have a Year One roadmap.
Don’t Starve Elsewhere Is Klei’s Next Game
Klei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, a new roguelike RPG with fantasy and survival elements, set to release on PC. The game will feature returning characters from the original Don't Starve and support online co-op multiplayer for up to four players. A release window has not yet been announced.
Death by Scrolling for PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch launches April 16
The vertically scrolling roguelike RPG Death by Scrolling, developed by Ron Gilbert's Terrible Toybox and published by MicroProse, is set to launch on April 16 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a unique scrolling mechanic.
Death by Scrolling secures Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Death by Scrolling, a roguelike RPG from Monkey Island creator Ron Gilbert, will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 16, 2026. The game features vertically scrolling gameplay set in Purgatory, where players must race upward, battle monsters, and collect gems to pay the Ferryman. A new release date trailer has also been shared.
Don't Starve is back for more darkly whimsical co-op survival in Don't Starve Elsewhere, and this time there's hills!
Klei Entertainment has announced Don't Starve Elsewhere, a new multiplayer installment in the Don't Starve series. This entry introduces verticality with hills, mountains, and caves, alongside familiar survival mechanics, crafting, and resource gathering in procedurally generated biomes. The game is confirmed for PC via Steam, with no release date yet announced.
If you've ever wondered what it would be like if Vampire Survivors was about driving around a medieval castle on wheels, then surprisingly I've got the perfect roguelike for you
Wanderburg is a medieval roguelike where players control a castle on wheels, similar to Vampire Survivors. The game features auto-firing weapons, upgrades, and a focus on physical combat and maneuvering. A demo is currently available, with the full release expected this year.
Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel Gets Local Co-op and Conan DLC
The Conan DLC is now available for the roguelike survival game Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel on PC and consoles. This new content adds the character Conan to the game, expanding its offerings for players.
Samson Has One Thing That GTA Doesn’t: Consequences
The game Samson, described as a budget Grand Theft Auto clone, offers a deeper sense of consequence due to its roguelike-inspired structure. This contrasts with Rockstar's crime narratives, which lack similar repercussions for player actions.
Werde zum legendären Minotaurus und baue das Labyrinth deiner Träume – und ihrer Albträume – im mythischen Roguelike Minos, das jetzt erhältlich ist
The labyrinth-building roguelike Minos, developed by Artificer and published by Devolver Digital, is now available on PC for €17.99. Players take on the role of the mythical Minotaur, tasked with building and defending their labyrinth against waves of adventurers by strategically placing walls, gates, and traps.
Jotunnslayer Hordes Of Hel Conan DLC Unleashes A Barbarian Force Of Destruction
The Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel Conan DLC is now available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, introducing the legendary barbarian Conan as a playable character. This DLC adds new systems, a new realm called Stygia with a new boss, and three distinct combat styles for Conan. A free update accompanying the DLC introduces the God of Fate system and local co-op gameplay.
Minos Review - I would like to play a game...
Minos is a roguelike game that blends tower defense mechanics with direct player control, tasking players with crafting elaborate death traps within a labyrinth. While the core gameplay loop of preparing mazes and defending as the Minotaur Asterion is engaging, some puzzle and challenge floors feel underdeveloped. Despite its difficulty, the game offers a unique and satisfying experience for fans of strategic gameplay and Greek mythology.
