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Nullpoint Protocol Release Date Announcement
Everbloom Games has announced that Nullpoint Protocol, a 1-4 player co-op roguelite, will launch on PC via Steam on April 6th. The game aims to replicate MMO raid encounters with challenging boss fights and roguelite progression, featuring dynamic difficulty scaling for solo and co-op play.
NO-SKIN Launches On Xbox And PC With A Twisted, Looping Horror Experience
The horror game NO-SKIN is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with Play Anywhere support. Developed by NoEye-Soft and published by Feardemic, the game blends psychological horror with roguelite elements, featuring a unique hand-drawn pixel art style against photographic backgrounds. Players are trapped in a shifting house where each run offers different encounters and challenges, with permanent upgrades available to aid survival.
High fantasy RPG; higher replay value: Valor of Man is now available on PC
The tactical roguelite RPG Valor of Man, developed by Legacy Forge and published by Numskull Games, has launched on PC via Steam. The 1.0 release introduces Chaos Mode and Masteries, offering players customizable difficulty and long-term achievement tracking. The game features deep strategic combat with 12 classes, over 750 abilities, items, and artifacts, and includes full controller support and Steam Deck compatibility.
LINE Games Launches App Store Pre-Open for New Mobile Title Fairytale Quest
LINE Games has announced the App Store pre-open for its new mobile roguelite pixel adventure, Fairytale Quest, developed by Wizely&Co. The game features over 400 fairy tale-inspired maps and more than 100 characters, with gameplay optimized for vertical, one-handed play. Pre-registration is also available on Google Play, with rewards for users who sign up before the global launch.
Dark Scrolls Announced for Switch and PC as Roguelite Shoot ’Em Up
Devolver Digital and doinksoft have announced Dark Scrolls, a side-scrolling action game featuring shoot 'em up gameplay and roguelite progression, for Nintendo Switch and PC in 2026. The game will support solo and co-op play with procedurally generated runs, unlockable heroes, and emphasis on exploration.
Timber Rush Chops Its Way to Steam: Solo Dev’s Incremental Roguelite Hits PC
Timber Rush, an incremental roguelite developed by solo indie developer AllertonApps, has officially launched on Steam for PC. The game combines addictive progression with roguelite mechanics, featuring log chopping, power stacking, and unlockable upgrades. It is available at a discounted price of $3.99 for a limited time.
Dark Scrolls Hands-on Preview — Hectic, frenetic retro static
Doinksoft's upcoming game, Dark Scrolls, is a 2D autoscrolling roguelite co-op shoot 'em up that blends elements from their previous titles. While the core gameplay is fun and offers varied character abilities and co-op mechanics, the preview build suffers from balancing issues and unfinalized elements, dampening the initial experience. The game is slated for release in 2026.
Descend into the Circles of Hell – Beatrix Demo Now Live on Steam
The playable demo for Beatrix, a roguelite board-builder inspired by Dante's Inferno, is now available on PC via Steam. Developed and published by Tambù Digital, the game features strategic tarot combat and board-altering abilities. Beatrix is slated for a full release in 2026.
Frantic Shooter Saros Is Shaping Up to Be a Real Showpiece for PS5, PS5 Pro
The upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive shooter Saros from Housemarque is being developed to leverage the full power of both the PlayStation 5 and the PlayStation 5 Pro. The game will utilize the DualSense controller's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, 3D audio, and the console's speedy SSD for near-instant load times. Saros is also confirmed to support PlayStation 5 Pro Rendering (PSSR).
Orbital Overdrive Lands on Steam with a Brilliant Risk That’ll Make You Sweat
Orbital Overdrive, a roguelite twin-stick arena shooter from Horsefly Games, has launched on Steam. The game features a unique currency system where player score doubles as in-game currency for upgrades or permanent XP. It also includes full VR support via OpenXR and 2-4 player local co-op, with a 10% launch discount.
Solo Dev Turns Bottle Cap Flipping Into Deep Roguelite Story
Solo developer Chrogotron has released Capper, a roguelite game centered around flipping bottle caps, now available on PC via Steam. The game features two modes: Story Mode, which explores themes of chance and persistence through a narrative, and Endless Mode, a more frantic roguelite experience with over 100 trinkets to alter gameplay. Capper aims to find deeper meaning and narrative within simple, repetitive mechanics.
Sonic the Hedgehog Presents: The Chaotix Casefiles Final Episode Live
The final episode of the narrative podcast "Sonic the Hedgehog Presents: The Chaotix Casefiles" has been released by SEGA and Realm. The mystery-driven audio drama, which features voice talent like Roger Craig Smith and Matthew Mercer, has garnered nearly two million downloads since its January launch. The article also briefly mentions updates and releases for other games including Palia, TAMASHIKA, Shape of Dreams, Sound System, and The King is Watching.
DRAGON QUEST Smash Grow Announced as Roguelite Mobile RPG with Pre-Registration Now Live | Invision Game
SQUARE ENIX has announced DRAGON QUEST Smash Grow, a new roguelite RPG for mobile devices, with pre-registration now open for iOS and Android. The game features fast-paced combat, randomized progression, and a new trailer narrated by Toshio Furukawa. Players who pre-register will receive in-game rewards, and a giveaway campaign is also underway.
Psychedelic FPS TAMASHIKA Launching April 10
The psychedelic FPS TAMASHIKA, developed by EDGLRD and quicktequila, is set to launch on April 10 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features fast-paced arcade-style gameplay with a focus on rhythm and hand-drawn animations.
Turn-Based Roguelite Rogue Slime: PC Edition Lets You Evolve Your Slime, Coming Soon
Rogue Slime: PC Edition, a turn-based roguelite developed and published by Quest Seeker Games, is coming soon to Steam. The game, already available on iOS and Android, features a unique energy-based combat system and a classic roguelite progression loop with semi-procedural maps and long-term village upgrades. It includes multiple classes, a wide range of items, and synergistic perks designed to ensure varied gameplay experiences.
The King is Watching: Crowns of History Released
The roguelite kingdom builder The King is Watching has received new DLC titled Crowns of History, now available on PC via Steam. Developed by Hypnohead and published by tinyBuild, this expansion introduces three new historical leaders: Cleopatra and Taizong, among others.
DRAGON QUEST SMASH/GROW, THE NEWEST ADDITION TO THE DRAGON QUEST SERIES, BEGINS PRE-REGISTRATION TODAY, MARCH 17, 2026!
Square Enix has launched pre-registration for Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, a new roguelite RPG for smartphones, on the App Store and Google Play. Players who pre-register will receive in-game rewards. The announcement was accompanied by a new promotional video narrated by Toshio Furukawa.
Roguelite Card-Builder Morimens Announces Saya no Uta Collab
B.I.A.V. Studio announced a collaboration between its roguelite card-builder Morimens and the visual novel Saya no Uta. While details are scarce, a teaser trailer confirmed the crossover. Morimens, available on PC via Steam, features deck-building, randomized events, and a PvP mode, all set within a Cthulhu Mythos-inspired universe with psychological horror themes.
Shape of Dreams Releases Character Skins, Discount for Spring Sale Alongside NEOWIZ Titles
NEOWIZ and Lizard Smoothie have released Version 1.2 for Shape of Dreams, introducing new character skins, an in-game event, and other content. The co-op action roguelite is also available at a 30% discount as part of the Steam Spring Sale, which also features deals on SANABI, Skul: The Hero Slayer, and DJMAX RESPECT V DLC.
Orbital Overdrive Out Now on Steam
Independent developer Horsefly Games and publisher Coyote Time Publishing announced that Orbital Overdrive, a roguelite twin-stick shooter, is now available on Steam for PC. The game features a score-as-currency system, dual-planet gameplay with orbital and underground combat, hundreds of upgrades, and 2 to 4 player local co-op. A free demo is also available on Steam, and the game includes VR support.