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Don't Lose Aggro Early Access
Don't Lose Aggro, a single-player roguelite action game inspired by MMORPG raids, has launched in Early Access on Steam. Developer Oren Koren discussed the game's launch and its inspirations.
Saros Could Be the Game Everyone Talks About in 2026
Saros, developed by Housemarque, is presented as a spiritual successor to Returnal, aiming to refine the roguelike formula with more approachable meta-progression systems and customizable difficulty. While retaining the core elements of frantic, bullet-hell combat and atmospheric exploration, Saros introduces permanent upgrades, biome shortcuts, and modifier systems to cater to a wider audience. The game also features subtle combat refinements like the Soltari Shield and a more direct narrative approach compared to Returnal's ambiguity.
DRAGON QUEST SMASH/GROW, THE NEWEST ADDITION TO THE DRAGON QUEST SERIES, OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES APRIL 20
Square Enix announced that Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, a new roguelite RPG for smartphones, will officially launch on April 20, 2026. An opening trailer by Kamikaze Douga has been released, showcasing familiar Dragon Quest monsters and the protagonist's mechanical sidekick Roly, voiced by Toshio Furukawa. Pre-registration is available on the App Store and Google Play.
Atomic Owl soars onto Playstation, Switch & Xbox May 20th!
Atomic Owl, a synthwave pixel art hack 'n slash platformer roguelite, is set to release on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch on May 20th for $12.99. Developed by Monster Theater Games, the title features eight roguelite zones, a "NO ROGUELITE" mode, and enhanced audio and UX improvements for its console debut.
If you need more Shakespeare with your Slay the Spire, check out demon lawyer deckbuilder The Killing Stone
The Killing Stone is a new deckbuilder roguelite that blends card battles with contract law haggling, featuring a distinct Elizabethan dialogue option. The game draws comparisons to Slay the Spire and Monster Train, with voice acting from Liam O'Brien and Emma Gregory.
Dragon Quest Smash/Grow arrives on April 20 — MP3s & NPCs
Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, a new roguelite RPG, is set to launch on April 20 for smartphones. The game features fast-paced combat, character growth through random Blessings, and classic vocations. Players can also engage in co-op quests with up to three other players.
LightSup Set To Release on PC & Consoles in 2026!
LightSup!, a colorful couch co-op adventure from developer BugBlio Studio and publisher Red Dunes Games, is set to launch in 2026 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game blends dungeon exploration, roguelite mechanics, and hack-and-slash combat with a light-versus-dark theme, emphasizing teamwork and friendship.
LightSup coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Publisher Red Dunes Games and developer BugBlio Studio have announced LightSup, a 1-4 player couch co-op adventure game for the Nintendo Switch 2, slated for a late 2026 release. Players will battle monsters, collect Blessings, and endure Curses in a vibrant world plunged into darkness by an eclipse, with rogue-lite progression and randomized encounters.
Sol Cesto Achievements Guide - How to 100% on Steam
This guide details how to achieve 100% completion in the roguelite dungeon crawler Sol Cesto, which features 21 achievements. It lists all achievements, including defeating bosses, finding specific items, and fulfilling character destinies.
There's A New Way To Play Hades 2, And It Came Out Of Nowhere
Supergiant Games has secretly added a new 'Dream Drives' game mode to Hades 2, offering a different experience from standard runs. This update also includes numerous gameplay balance changes, buffs to weapons and boons, and adjustments to relationship building with characters.
Dragon Quest Smash/Grow launches April 21
The free-to-play roguelite RPG Dragon Quest Smash/Grow is set to launch on April 21 for iOS and Android devices. The game will be available on the App Store and Google Play.
Dragon Quest Smash/Grow Launches April 21
Square Enix announced that Dragon Quest Smash/Grow will launch for iOS and Android on April 21, 2026. This mobile roguelite features battling monsters, a Blessing system that reshuffles abilities, and traditional Dragon Quest vocations. The game will also include co-op quests for up to four players, gauntlet challenges, and shrine boss encounters.
Clockfall Revealed as Time-Based Action RPG Roguelite with Early Access in 2026
Clockfall, a new time-based action RPG roguelite from Rever Games and Radical Theory, has been revealed. The game will enter Steam Early Access in 2026, with a full release planned for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2027. Clockfall features a unique time-management mechanic where players must balance dungeon exploration with village defense to break a recurring nightmare loop.
Roguelite Action RPG Clockfall Announced | Console Creatures
Clockfall, a new roguelite action RPG integrating time management and village defense mechanics, has been announced by Radical Theory and Rever Games. The game is set to launch in PC early access in 2026, followed by a full release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2027. Players will experience a nightmare loop, defending their village while exploring dungeons and managing time as a core resource.
Clockfall makes a tick-tock combo of dungeon crawling and village defence
Clockfall, developed by Rever Games and Radical Theory, is an action RPG roguelite featuring a unique time-based mechanic where time is a crucial resource for combat and upgrades. After dungeon crawling, players engage in village defense against enemy waves to earn permanent bonuses. The game is slated for Steam Early Access soon, with a full release planned for 2027.
Announcing Dread Admiral Get exclusive access before
Tescrin Games has announced Dread Admiral, a single-player turn-based naval strategy game with roguelite progression, set to release on PC via Steam in Q3 2026. The game will feature persistent fleet progression, NPC commanders with distinct personalities, and multiple game modes. Playable demos are planned for May and June 2026.
Clockfall Announced – A Time-Bending Roguelite Where Every Second Counts
Clockfall is a new hybrid action-RPG roguelite from Rever Games and Radical Theory where time is a core mechanic, actively working against the player. It will launch in Steam Early Access in 2026, with a full release planned for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation in 2027. Players will manage time as a resource during dungeon runs and use gathered resources for village defense and permanent upgrades.
Koshmar: The Last Reverie revealed with a nightmarish trailer
Koshmar: The Last Reverie is an upcoming action RPG where players control Violet, who can enter dreams to battle nightmares that are plaguing her city. The game features a gothic-inspired dieselpunk setting, choices that affect the story's ending and character perception, and roguelite elements through replayable Nightmare Rifts. A trailer has been released, and the game is available to wishlist on Steam.
Roguelite action RPG Clockfall announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Publisher Radical Theory and developer Rever Games have announced Clockfall, a new roguelite action RPG. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Bingo Betty Turns Up the Heat – In More Ways Than One: “The Revelation Update” Unleashes Demons & Angels in Single-Player Roguelite + World-First Multiplayer Bingo-TCG
Independent developer Elias Austin has launched "The Revelation Update" for Bingo Betty, a strategic bingo roguelite. This update introduces new single-player threats from Heaven and Hell, including Demon and Angel encounters, and adds Bingo Brawl, a competitive turn-based Bingo-TCG multiplayer mode. The update is available now in a free demo on Steam for PC and Mac.