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Following fan backlash, God of War: Sons of Sparta's two-player roguelike challenge mode can now be accessed from the off
Following player feedback, Mega Cat Studios and Sony Santa Monica have provided a cheat code to unlock the two-player roguelike challenge mode, 'The Pit of Agonies,' in God of War: Sons of Sparta from the start. This mode can now be accessed without completing the main story on PlayStation 5.
Hades devs: accidentally inventing a subgenre was 'surreal'
Supergiant Games developers Greg Kasavin and Amir Rao discussed the surreal experience of Hades accidentally creating a new subgenre within the roguelike space. They explained that while making Hades, they were simply aiming to create a roguelike with strong narrative elements, inspired by games like Dead Cells and Slay the Spire, and were surprised by its widespread influence on subsequent titles.
Unlock God of War Sons of Sparta’s toughest challenge in The Pit
God of War Sons of Sparta players can now access The Pit, a new endgame roguelike challenge mode, earlier than intended by inputting a specific code on the main menu. This mode features local two-player co-op and introduces 'Agony' modifiers that increase difficulty and variety with each run. Completing runs rewards players with Symbols of Suffering and Ashes of Agony for permanent upgrades.
Mexican Ninja adds console ports
Publisher Amber Studio and developer Madbricks announced that their 2.5D roguelike beat 'em up, Mexican Ninja, will be released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 in 2026, in addition to its previously announced PC version. Creative Director Dario Hoyo stated the console release aims to allow more players to experience the game's energetic combat and unique setting of Nuevo Tokyo.
Second Stone: The Legend of the Hidden World gets new overview trailer
Skyward Entertainment has released a new overview trailer for their upcoming action RPG, Second Stone: The Legend of the Hidden World. The game fuses platforming with fast-paced combat, allowing players to traverse between two parallel worlds and explore interconnected environments with procedurally generated roguelike temples. It is currently in development for PC via Steam.
Tears of Metal Reveals Ruadh Stonecrusher, Confirms Spring 2026 Early Access on Steam
Paper Cult has revealed Ruadh Stonecrusher, a new playable character for their hack-and-slash roguelike Tears of Metal, in a new trailer. The game is set to launch on Steam Early Access in Spring 2026, with a playable demo currently available. The title features co-op gameplay, character progression, and a medieval setting influenced by a Dragon Stone Meteor event.
BROTANK – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
BROTANK is a new bullet-hell roguelike game where players control a squad of three tanks in fast-paced, 30-minute runs through a post-apocalyptic wasteland. The game features nearly 50 unique weapons, a deep equipment synergy system, wave-based combat, and boss battles, with meta-progression for tank upgrades and unlockable powers. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Carmageddon: Rogue Shift Review
Carmageddon: Rogue Shift is a new vehicular combat roguelike that blends fast-paced racing with upgradeable weapons and perks. While it offers a challenging experience and some nostalgic elements, the game suffers from a lack of character, generic car builds, and confusing track design. The review notes that despite fluid action, the overall experience is forgettable, with issues like slow reverse speed and an odd insistence on maintaining enemy numbers detracting from the fun.
Battling castles on wheels? Wanderburg might be my new favourite thing
Wanderburg is a roguelike game where players build and upgrade a castle on wheels to battle through various locations. The game features constant action, deep castle customization, and persistent progression through gold earned during runs. It is noted to run well on Linux via Proton and is recommended for players to try during Steam Next Fest.
Blue Prince Review: Is This Rewarding Architectural Puzzler Worth the Obsession?
Blue Prince is a unique puzzle game that blends architectural drafting mechanics with roguelike elements, challenging players to navigate the shifting Mt. Holly Estate to find a hidden 46th room. The game demands meticulous note-taking and strategic planning, offering a rewarding but often grueling experience that simulates obsession. Available on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5, it features a deep narrative told through environmental storytelling and has received patches to address early bugs.
As Mewgenics rolls out its latest patch, the creators have been "mapping out DLC 1" and they're "getting a little bit excited about it"
The developers of the roguelike Mewgenics are actively planning its first downloadable content, with creators Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel expressing excitement about the upcoming expansion. The game recently achieved a record for concurrent players on Steam, and the developers are also addressing player feedback and bug fixes in recent patches.
Balatro creator reflects on university and bad grades, promising he's "still working" on that 1.1 update
Balatro developer LocalThunk has provided an update on the upcoming 1.1 patch, confirming he is still working on it. He also reflected on his past, including dropping out of an engineering degree to pursue computer science and his early, unreleased game development projects, which shaped his hobbyist approach to game creation.
Tune in to Battle Vision Network 📺
Capybara Games is releasing Battle Vision Network, a single-player roguelike puzzle game set within a competition show. The gameplay mechanics are inspired by Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes, focusing on arranging troops to attack opponents. The game features a vibrant presentation, unlockable teammate types, and distinct captains, encouraging strategic team experimentation.
Mewgenics tops 1 million copies sold in just one week | News-in-brief
The roguelike game Mewgenics has sold over one million copies in its first week, with a concurrent player peak of 115,428 on Steam alone. Warner Bros. Discovery is also reportedly rebuilding its video game pipeline.
Interview: Creating Beat 'Em Up Sequel Super Alloy Crush
Mabi Mogu, one half of the two-person indie studio Alloy Mushroom, discusses the development of their upcoming 2D sci-fi beat 'em up, Super Alloy Crush. The game builds upon lessons learned from Super Alloy Ranger, focusing on fast-paced hack-and-slash combat with combo chaining and roguelike elements for replayability. Inspirations include Devil May Cry and Dungeon Fighter Online, with a strong emphasis on enemy reactions and balancing distinct character playstyles.
The Best Nintendo Switch Games In 2026
This guide highlights the best games available on the Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Switch 2, covering a variety of genres and including both first-party and third-party titles. The list aims to showcase the diverse and high-quality catalog of games on Nintendo's hybrid systems, with a focus on titles that offer unique experiences or represent the pinnacle of their respective genres.
Evil Empire takes over Brotato development, next update detailed
Evil Empire has taken over the development of the popular roguelike Brotato from original developer Blobfish Games, who will now focus on new projects. Evil Empire, known for its work on Dead Cells and The Rogue Prince of Persia, announced the change and teased the upcoming first update for Brotato, which will include a new enemy called The Gobbler. Brotato has sold over 10 million copies across PC, console, and mobile platforms since its 2023 launch.
Check out an official music video for Absolum
Absolum, a "rogue 'em up" beat 'em up game developed by Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, and Supamonks, has released a new trailer focusing on its soundtrack. The game, featuring a character named Brome, will launch on Nintendo Switch on October 9th, 2025. The soundtrack includes contributions from Gareth Coker, Mick Gordon, Yuka Kitamura, and Motoi Sakuraba.
Quest of the Hero Steam Review
Quest of the Hero is a PC game that feels like a mobile title, featuring simple combat, premium currencies, and a repetitive gameplay loop. The reviewer found the game to be not fun, awarding it a score of 5 and a 'Not Recommended' verdict due to its simplistic design and mobile-like mechanics.
The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games
This article ranks the top 50 games available for the Nintendo Switch 2, released in June 2025. The list includes a mix of new titles and enhanced ports of existing games, with Mario Kart World topping the sales charts and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Hades II receiving the highest critical ratings. Many Switch 1 games are playable on the Switch 2, with some offering paid upgrade packs for enhanced features.
