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SULFUR Makes Every Bullet And Inventory Slot Count
SULFUR, a roguelike first-person shooter developed by Perfect Random AB, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One for £24.99. The game emphasizes survival through careful management of limited inventory, weapon modifications, and resource gathering, alongside fast-paced combat.
ShackStream: Dead Reset on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 765
The Stevetendo Show will feature a two-for-one special with a playthrough of Dead Reset and Elden Ring. Host Steve plans to finish Dead Reset, which features branching story paths, and then continue his Elden Ring playthrough. The stream will also touch on the recent Nintendo Indie World showcase.
Intense PS5 Shooter Game Is Out Today on PlayStation Store
Perfect Random's roguelike FPS, Sulfur, has launched on the PlayStation Store for PS4 and PS5, marking its full 1.0 release after an Early Access period on PC. The game combines fast-paced shooting with RPG elements and loot collection, featuring over 60 firearms and hundreds of items. It is also available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, with plans for future content updates and potential DLC.
Here are our PS Plus monthly games for November 2026
Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus monthly games for November 2026, which include Dead Island 2, Tomb Raider: The Darkness Trilogy Remastered, and Monster Train 2. These titles will be available for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 owners on November 3rd.
Nintendo’s Indie World Presentation Was Pretty Packed For A Short Show
Nintendo's latest Indie World Showcase featured several notable upcoming titles, including the action-adventure game Winds of Viridia, inspired by Breath of the Wild, and the retro pixel art action-puzzle platformer City of None. The presentation also highlighted Threads of Time, a JRPG with Chrono Trigger influences. New Switch and Switch 2 release windows were provided for these and other indie games.
Tenjutsu, the New Roguelike From Dead Cells’ Former Director, Launches in 2027
Tenjutsu, a 2D pixel brawler from former Dead Cells director Sébastien Benard, has received a new trailer and a 2027 release window for PC and Nintendo Switch 2. The game features protagonist Ten, a former Yakuza, fighting through Kuroboro City with randomized skills and unlockable benefits. Motion Twin, the studio behind Dead Cells, also recently released Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse and is working on Windblown.
Traditional Italian Card Game Scopa Turned into a Roguelike Scopa Sweep
The traditional Italian card game Scopa has been reimagined as a roguelike game, featuring boss levels. This new iteration aims to blend classic gameplay with modern roguelike elements.
Recension – Star Wars Galactic Racer
Star Wars Galactic Racer offers a fresh take on the racing genre with its roguelike campaign, where players compete to become the galaxy's top racer after the fall of the Empire. The game features engaging mechanics, memorable characters like Biddy Blas, and strong Star Wars fan service, though the protagonist's personality is somewhat flat and some difficulty spikes can be frustrating.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion’s Siege of Castle Doom DLC Reveals Exciting New Run-Based Mode
Marvel Cosmic Invasion has revealed its new Siege of Castle Doom DLC, which introduces an exciting run-based mode. Players must fend off waves of enemies in Doctor Doom's castle, collecting power-ups and racing against a Siege Meter. Permanent upgrades are unlocked after each run, making subsequent attempts easier.
Jordan Thomas, director of BioShock 2, played Path of Exile for over 7,000 hours while working on co-op horror game The Blackout Club: 'I was essentially awake all the time'
Director Jordan Thomas, known for BioShock 2 and The Blackout Club, revealed he played Path of Exile for over 7,000 hours during The Blackout Club's development as a stress reliever. Thomas discussed his gaming history, including early influences like Commander Keen and his work on Thief: Deadly Shadows and BioShock 2, and shared his current gaming habits, which include Hellraiser: Revival and REPO.
Haste reveals Nintendo Switch 2 physical release
Super Rare Games will release a physical boxed version of the high-speed third-person running game Haste for the Nintendo Switch. Limited quantities of standard and special editions will be available starting October 29.
Darkest Dungeon 2 just got a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Darkest Dungeon 2 has received a new 'Nintendo Switch 2 Edition' which is available now as an upgrade pack for existing Nintendo Switch owners. This version offers significant technical improvements, including 1080p resolution in handheld mode and 1440p when docked, alongside a consistent 60 frames per second. The update also includes new game modes like 'Kingdoms' and 'Confessions', alongside enhancements to the affinity system and hero origin stories.
Crymelight demo just released on Nintendo Switch 2, new trailer
FuRyu and Winning Entertainment Group have released a demo for the action RPG Crymelight on Nintendo Switch 2, available on the Nintendo eShop. The demo allows players to experience the game's story, combat, and systems up to the end of the first chapter. Crymelight is the latest entry in FuRyu's "dark bishoujo action" series, exploring themes of sin, regret, and emotional growth.
My favorite indie roguelike action RPG is tempting me to come back with a transformative new update inspired by Diablo…
The indie roguelike action RPG Hell Clock has received a new permanent update called 'Journey of Miracles,' inspired by Diablo's seasonal content. This update introduces new powerful buffs, relics, and a miniboss, allowing players to engage with transformative gameplay elements without the pressure of limited-time events. The optional update can be toggled on or off, and players can even combine it with previous 'Journeys' for maximum chaos.
ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase Recap: All the News and Announcements
The ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase revealed numerous indie titles coming to Xbox and PC, with many also heading to Game Pass. Highlights include the reveals of A Game About Digging a Hole Together, Magenta Down, and Chronoscript: The Endless End, alongside updates on games from Critical Reflex like Arctic Eggs, Mouthwashing, and No, I’m Not a Human. Several titles will also support Xbox Play Anywhere.
I know you probably don't have mushroom in your backlog, but fungus looter shooter Mycopunk is now out in 1.0 and looks like the opposite of a shiitake time
The co-op looter shooter Mycopunk has officially launched its 1.0 version, featuring a new playable character called the Mycologist with unique abilities. The update also introduces a new 'population control' mission, a special sofa rescue assignment, new weapons like the diffraction driver and snowball grenade, and a new region on New Atlas' moonlet. The game is currently available at a 50% discount.
BRIGHTMOOR - An AI Ultima-style C64 game from GloomKeep II creator J5
BRIGHTMOOR is a new Ultima-style retro RPG developed in 6502 assembly on the GloomKeep II engine with AI assistance, created primarily by J5. The game features a dark fantasy world, tactical survival mechanics, roguelike elements, and a dynamic 64x64 tile world set on the Commodore 64.
Stupid Never Dies review: No braiiiiiins, lots of heart
Stupid Never Dies is a debut roguelike action game from GPTRACK50, featuring a zombie protagonist on a quest to revive his frozen love interest. While praised for its vibrant visuals, energetic combat, and quirky characters, the game's core romance is criticized as 'ugly' and 'gross.' The roguelike progression systems are also noted as grindy and uninteresting, detracting from the otherwise fast-paced, brainless fun.
After Beating Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, Help Dracula Rebuild In This Awesome Roguelike
Following the release of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, the indie roguelike Draftula offers players a chance to help Dracula rebuild his castle. The game, available as a demo on Steam, combines deckbuilding mechanics with tile-placement strategy, where players construct rooms to defend against a knight. Despite a minor criticism regarding the lack of an undo button, the demo is praised for its planning-focused gameplay, retro aesthetic, and chill music, with a new 'Nightly mode' adding further replayability.
'There were a lot of disagreements across the place': Former Marathon director Joe Ziegler on leading Bungie's extraction shooter, playing Path of Exile for 3,437 hours, and why he'll never uninstall Kingdom Hearts
Former Marathon director Joe Ziegler discusses his extensive gaming habits, including thousands of hours in Path of Exile and Destiny 2, and his enduring love for Kingdom Hearts. He also touches on his experiences at Bungie, the challenges of leading the Marathon project, and his appreciation for the social aspects of games like World of Warcraft.
