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Kernel Hearts Demo Out Now on Steam and Epic Ahead of 2026 Launch
A playable demo for the action RPG roguelike Kernel Hearts is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game, which features co-op play, magical girl transformations, and a premise involving climbing the Tower of Babel, is slated for a full launch in 2026 on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
The 14 most exciting new video game releases of April 2026
April 2026 is set to be a busy month for new video game releases, with at least 14 titles catching the eye of critics. Notable releases include Darwin's Paradox, a Starfield PlayStation 5 port, Pokémon Champions, and the highly anticipated Saros. The month also features new entries in various genres, from stealth platformers and roguelikes to party games and fighting games, across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Action RPG 'Kernel Hearts' Demo Now Available on Steam and Epic Games Store
A free demo for the action-RPG roguelike Kernel Hearts is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Developed by EPHEMERA and published by Whitethorn Games, the game features high-speed combat, a magical transformation system, and co-op multiplayer. Kernel Hearts is slated for a 2026 release on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
'KERNEL HEARTS' DEMO NOW LIVE ON STEAM
The demo for Kernel Hearts, an action RPG roguelike with 4-player co-op, is now available on Steam and Epic Games Store. The game is set to release in 2026 for PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, featuring players ascending the Tower of Babel to dethrone God.
Persona 30th Anniversary POP! Vinyl Collection Funko! Pop Collection Pre-Orders Live
Funko has released pre-orders for a new collection of Persona 30th Anniversary Funko Pop! vinyl figures. The collection includes figures based on protagonists from Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5, as well as the character Igor. The article also briefly mentions other unrelated gaming news including the release of Last Man Sitting and Animalkind, and the announcement of an A-Rank Party game.
Hotel Barcelona Interview: SWERY on Rebuilding the Game After Launch
SWERY discusses the challenges and development of Hotel Barcelona, acknowledging that while the concept and roguelike mechanics are strong, the game suffers from technical issues like framerate hiccups and input lag. The review also notes juvenile humor and poor writing.
’00s-Style Roguelike Arena Shooter Last Man Sitting Now Available on Steam
DoubleMoose Games and Raw Fury have released Last Man Sitting, a roguelike arena shooter inspired by '00s FPS games, on PC. Players can engage in single-player or co-op modes, upgrading their chairs and drafting power-ups as they battle waves of sentient office appliances.
This roguelike coin pusher game has all the addictive fun of the arcade without wasting your pocket money
Raccoin, a new indie roguelike deckbuilder inspired by arcade coin pusher games, has been released on PC via Steam. The game features over 150 unique coins with powerful effects, 15 power-up items, six playable characters, and eight difficulty levels, alongside an infinite endless mode.
Money is life and everything in SUPER DEBT, an unrelenting horror themed bullet-hell roguelike
SUPER DEBT is a new horror-themed bullet-hell roguelike where players must manage money to pay off debt, with every action costing in-game currency. The developer, previously known for Garbanzo Quest, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the game, which will be supported on Windows, Linux, Steam Deck, and macOS.
Diablo 2-inspired auto-battle dungeon crawler Skull Horde launches April 10
Skull Horde, an auto-battle dungeon crawler inspired by Diablo 2, will launch on April 10th with support for Linux and Steam Deck. Developed by 8BitSkull, the game features roguelike runs, procedurally generated dungeons, and the ability to command legions of undead minions.
A Gambling Roguelike About a Dolphin Hacker Rigging Underwater Keno Machines for Impossible Money
LCB Game Studio announced Dolphin Keno, a gambling roguelike where players hack underwater keno machines to make impossible amounts of money. Players must manage suspicion and use props to avoid detection while rigging machines for increasingly absurd payouts. The studio, known for its Pixel Pulps series including MOTHMEN 1966 and VARNEY LAKE, is founded by Nico Saraintaris and Fernando Martinez Ruppel.
JokerJack Hits Xbox – Blackjack Gets Twisted Into Something Much Bigger
JokerJack, a game that twists the classic Blackjack into a fast-thinking, combo-driven deckbuilder, is now available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S for £8.39. Developed and published by Stardom Game Studios, the game features over 60 Joker cards that bend the rules and a roguelike structure with evolving challenges. It draws comparisons to the popular roguelike deckbuilder Balatro.
Day of the Devs X Summer Game Fest Digital Showcase Submissions Open Through April 6
Submissions for the Day of the Devs: Summer Game Fest Digital Showcase are open until April 6, seeking diverse indie games for a livestream presentation on June 5. Selected titles may also be featured in Play Days. The article also briefly mentions upcoming tie-ins and releases for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Cinderia, Puzzle & Dragons, Warframe, Invincible VS, and Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game.
PEAK Play It Your Way update patch notes: Biggest changes and more
The 'Play It Your Way' update for PEAK introduces significant changes to gameplay, including customizable runs that allow players to adjust difficulty, starting tools, and environmental hazards. New features like Mini Runs for shorter play sessions and Campfire Autosaves for progress management have also been added. The update also includes a 'Zombie Phobia' mode and various bug fixes.
Grind Survivors Review | TheXboxHub
Grind Survivors is a visually impressive roguelike action RPG that excels in its core gameplay loop and extensive meta-progression systems. However, the game suffers from a lack of variety in enemies, levels, and unlocks, making the titular 'grind' feel more like a warning than a selling point.
Saros Will Have Save Slots And A Suspend Option
The upcoming PlayStation 5 title Saros will feature save slots and a suspend option, making it more player-friendly than Returnal, according to creative director Gregory Louden. Associate design director Mitja Roskaric highlighted the importance of multiple save slots for players with busy lives. The game aims to maintain its challenge while offering these accessibility features.
Hidden Gems of Game Design Volume 46
This article highlights several overlooked games, including Freeride, a choice-driven narrative game exploring themes of redemption and regret. Blazing Beaks is praised as a challenging roguelike with a unique artifact system, available on Nintendo Switch. Caravan SandWitch is a story-based puzzler on PC and PlayStation 5 that tackles colonialism, while Clean Up Earth offers a cathartic environmental cleanup experience with co-op and real-world donation features. Finally, Battle for Troy is presented as a real-time strategy take on the Trojan War era.
Everhood Hunters Is a Co-op Roguelike Spinoff of the Everhood RPG Series
Everhood Hunters, a new co-op roguelike spinoff of the original Everhood RPG series, is currently in development. The game will feature 2-player online co-op and is being developed for PC and Nintendo Switch. The original Everhood was noted for its music-based battles, drawing comparisons to Undertale and Guitar Hero.
Everhood Hunters Is a Co-op Roguelike Spinoff of the Everhood RPG Series
Everhood Hunters, a co-op roguelike spinoff of the original Everhood RPG series, is currently in development. The game will feature 2-player online co-op and is planned for release on Nintendo Switch and PC.
This week in PC games: an RTS inspired by Majesty, a flying city RPG from former Mass Effect writers, and one Metal Gear-affiliated octopus
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres such as RPGs, real-time strategy, and horror. Notable titles include Aether & Iron, a narrative RPG from former Mass Effect writers, and Darwin's Paradox, a side-scroller featuring a Metal Gear Solid-affiliated octopus. Several games are launching in early access, including Endalor and Bloodletter.
