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Blue Prince is out on Switch 2 today, complete with mouse control
The roguelike puzzle game Blue Prince is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring unique mouse control via the Joy-Con feature. The game tasks players with exploring and building a mysterious mansion room by room, with roguelike elements resetting runs when dead ends are reached. Priced at $30, it is currently discounted to $20 for its launch.
The Switch 2 just shadow-dropped two of the best indie games of recent years
Nintendo's latest Indie World Showcase revealed that two highly acclaimed indie titles, Blue Prince and Minishoot' Adventures, are now available on Nintendo Switch 2. The showcase also featured new releases and ports like Rotwood, Blighted, and Woodo, with several games scheduled for release throughout 2026.
Drinkbox Studios' Hades-Inspired Brawler Is Confirmed For The Switch 2
Drinkbox Studios announced that its upcoming Hades-inspired action game, Blighted, will launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 in Autumn. The game features an isometric viewpoint, a dynamic difficulty system called 'Blight', and co-op multiplayer. Blighted also includes a feature where players can absorb boss memories to gain power and explore surreal environments.
Nintendo Indie World roundup for 3rd March, 2026
Nintendo's Indie World Showcase revealed numerous upcoming indie titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems, with many launching throughout 2026. Several games, including Rotwood, Minishoot’ Adventures, and Blue Prince, were available immediately after the presentation. The showcase featured a wide range of genres and gameplay styles from various independent developers.
Critically-Acclaimed Roguelike Puzzler Blue Prince Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 Today - IGN
The critically-acclaimed roguelike puzzler Blue Prince has received a surprise launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 today. Originally released in April 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, the game is the eight-year project of solo developer Tonda Ros. Blue Prince challenges players to assemble the blueprints of an ever-changing mansion, revealing hidden rooms and an intriguing fantasy story.
Nintendo Indie World March 2026 Showcase - All the News and Announcements
Nintendo's Indie World showcase revealed numerous upcoming indie titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Announcements included release dates for Denshattack!, My Little Puppy, The Midnight Walk, Mixtape, Blighted, Deadzone: Rogue, and Blue Prince, with several games launching as early as today. Other titles like Heave Ho 2, Woodo, Rotwood, Grave Seasons, Unrailed 2: Back on Track, Toem 2, inKonbini, and Outbound are slated for summer releases.
Claw and Order - Mewgenics Review
Mewgenics is a turn-based roguelike from Edmund McMillen where players breed cats for tactical combat. The game features a unique art style, challenging gameplay that rewards careful planning, and a distinctive soundtrack. Despite its macabre humor and confrontational art, Mewgenics offers a deep strategic experience that stands out in the genre.
The PC game releases we're most excited about in March
March 2026 is set to be a busy month for PC game releases, featuring a variety of genres including the extraction shooter Marathon, the open-world action RPG Crimson Desert, and the horror remake Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Several other titles like Slay the Spire 2, Death Stranding 2, and SAND: Raiders of Sophie are also slated for release, alongside various game development events and Steam sales.
Ultrapool – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Ultrapool is a colorful roguelike game that combines pool mechanics with wacky ball effects and strategic upgrades. Players aim to survive 10 rounds in a cozy pool bar setting, pocketing balls for score and money to improve their collection. The game draws inspiration from titles like Balatro and Super Auto Pets, offering simple yet deep gameplay with a demo available on Steam.
REVIEW – Dead Cells - NintendoFuse
Dead Cells is a 2D roguelike Metroidvania where players control the Beheaded, a prisoner attempting to escape a disease-ridden island. The game features smooth visuals, tight controls, and challenging combat that requires both offense and dodging. Players collect Cells to upgrade weapons and abilities, with multiple DLCs and a New Game Plus mode offering significant replayability.
Scar Tries: Moros Protocol and The Boss Gangsters: Nightlife
This article previews two indie games: The Boss Gangsters: Nightlife, a crime boss simulator blending nightclub management with top-down action, and Moros Protocol, a retro-styled first-person shooter with roguelike elements. Both games are currently in Early Access and exhibit potential despite some bugs and repetitive elements.
Scar Tries Sand: A Superfluous Game
Sand: A Superfluous Game is a quirky open-world survival game with base-building elements, set in a post-apocalyptic Alaska. Developed by Voided Pixels Studio, it blends exploration, resource management, and unique "Sand Powers" with a blend of undead, cosmic horror, and mutant monsters. Despite some restrictive travel mechanics, the game offers depth, engaging world-building, and absurd humor at an excellent price point.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault is now in Early Access, offering a 3D isometric take on the shop management and dungeon crawling loop of its predecessor. Developed by Digital Sun, the game features roguelike elements in its dungeons and a shop system for selling salvaged loot. While the core gameplay is satisfying and more refined than the original, players may encounter performance issues and some underdeveloped features due to its early access state.
My Top 10 Games of 2025
This article presents a personal top 10 list of games released in 2025, including titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kingdom Come Deliverance II, and The Alters. The author emphasizes games that hit 1.0 in 2025 or were previously in Early Access, highlighting their unique mechanics and engaging gameplay across various genres.
Top Indie Game Releases of January 2026, Part 3 – GTOGG’s Curated Picks – From haunted board games to WW2 narrative deduction – GTOGG
This article highlights several promising indie game releases scheduled for the third week of January 2026. Featured titles include Turnbound, a stylish auto-battler; MIO: Memories in Orbit, a metroidvania; Blightstone, a turn-based strategy roguelike; Duel Corp., a souls-inspired RPG; LORT, an action roguelite; and TR-49, a narrative deduction game inspired by World War II computer mysteries.
Top Indie Game Releases of February 2026, Part 2 – GTOGG’s Curated Picks – Strange cats, dead men, and a theater of idols – GTOGG
This article highlights five notable indie game releases from February 2026, including Mewgenics, a tactical roguelike featuring super cats; Crisol: Theater of Idols, a survival horror FPS; ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN, an action game from Suda51; Starsand Island, a charming farming simulator; and REANIMAL, a dark adventure from Tarsier Studios.
Brutally Difficult Video Games That Will Take You Forever To Beat
This article ranks brutally difficult video games that offer a fair challenge and require significant player effort to beat. It highlights titles like The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth, FTL: Faster Than Light, and Risk of Rain, distinguishing them from games with artificial difficulty stemming from hardware limitations. The author also briefly discusses Super Meat Boy as an example of a highly difficult platformer.
Steam's big library Update.
Steam has launched a significant redesign of its library interface, offering a modern look and a new customizable home page. Key features include updated game pages, improved achievement and trading card displays, and enhanced game categorization. While the core functionality remains, the update aims to provide a more streamlined and visually appealing user experience for PC gamers.
Undermine Major Tips and Boss/NPC Part 1
This guide for the roguelike action game Undermine provides tips and advice for progression, covering movement, combat, upgrades, and secret discovery. It highlights the importance of HP upgrades and strategic use of keys and bombs. The article also touches on the impact of recent updates like The Collector.
Moon Studios' CEO thinks No Rest for the Wicked could be a "forever game" with the foundations of one that "could rival Hades"
Moon Studios CEO Thomas Mahler believes No Rest for the Wicked has the potential to become a 'forever game' with its combat system rivaling titles like Hades and Elden Ring. Following a successful co-op update and sales surge, the studio plans to expand the game with major campaign content and explore new gameplay mechanics, potentially including roguelike and survival elements.
