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Castlevania: Belmont's Curse won't be a roguelite despite Dead Cells developer's involvement, packs "elaborately crafted" maps instead
Konami has confirmed that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed in part by studios known for roguelites, will not be a roguelite. Instead, it will feature elaborately crafted maps for a 2D action-exploration experience. The game is set for a 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Is 'Not a Roguelike or a Roguelite Game,' Konami Insists - IGN
Konami has clarified that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, developed by Motion Twin and Evil Empire, is a 2D action-exploration game and not a roguelike or roguelite. The game, set in 1499 Paris, will feature traditional Castlevania gameplay and is scheduled for release later this year on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Konami says Castlevania Belmont’s Curse isn’t going to be a roguelite game
Konami has clarified that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will be a 2D action-exploration game, not a roguelike or roguelite. The game will feature large maps for players to explore and combat various enemies, similar to previous titles in the series.
Review - CAVEBLAZERS - Spelunky with better combat?
Caveblazers is an action-focused platformer-roguelite that attempts to differentiate itself with combat mechanics, but ultimately fails due to poor execution and unbalanced RNG. While the music is praised, the graphics are considered worse than early Atari games, and the gameplay is described as frustrating and unfair. The game was released on May 24, 2017, for PC.
Review - DEAD CELLS - A Dark Souls "Roguevania" equivalent?
Dead Cells is a highly satisfying 2D action-platformer that masterfully blends roguelite and Metroidvania elements, earning an overall rating of 95%. The game features magnificent art direction, balanced difficulty, and engaging combat, though its music is considered uninspired and the story is nonexistent. It is available on PC, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One.
Hotel Barcelona “Under New Management” Now Available Across All Platforms
Hotel Barcelona has received a major overhaul with the "Under New Management" update, featuring improved combat, redesigned mechanics, and rebalanced enemies. This update, a collaboration between Hidetaka "SWERY" Suehiro and Goichi "SUDA51" Suda, is now available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. The update also includes five free crossover skins and a 35% discount for a limited time.
Everhood Hunters Launches In 2027 | Console Creatures
Foreign Gnomes announced Everhood Hunters, a new roguelite rhythm game set to launch in 2027 for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game will feature four playable characters, 70 new musical compositions, and cooperative multiplayer. Co-founder Chris Nordgren expressed excitement about the game's development and its connection to the Everhood series' surreal storytelling.
Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse Released
Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse, a roguelite metroidvania developed by Frontside 180 and published by Pocketpair, is now available on PC and consoles. The PC version is available on Steam with a 10% launch discount.
Review – Never Grave The Witch and The Curse (PC)
Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse is a new Metroidvania x roguelite platformer developed by Frontside 180 and published by Pocketpair Inc. Players control a cursed hat that possesses beings to utilize their abilities and magic to fight enemies and rebuild a village. Despite its roguelite nature requiring repetition, the game is praised for its stunning aesthetics, engaging combat, strategic possession mechanics, and charming presentation.
Konami confirms that Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse isn’t a roguelike or roguelite
Konami has confirmed that Castlevania: Belmont's Curse will not be a roguelike or roguelite. This clarification comes after speculation due to Evil Empire, a studio known for the roguelike game Dead Cells, leading development on the new Castlevania title.
Influential Game Designer Rob Pardo Hosting GDC Festival of Gaming March 12
Influential game designer Rob Pardo will deliver a keynote titled “An Odyssey in Building Games That Last” at the GDC Festival of Gaming on March 12. Pardo, known for his work on StarCraft, World of Warcraft, and Diablo, will reflect on his career and discuss his current project, Arkheron, with Bonfire Studios. The GDC Festival of Gaming runs from March 9-13 in San Francisco.
Musical Combat Roguelite Everhood Hunters Revealed
Foreign Gnomes has revealed Everhood Hunters, a new musical combat roguelite featuring co-op gameplay and four distinct characters. The game will include over 70 new musical compositions and is set to release in 2027 for PC and Nintendo Switch. Co-founder Chris Nordgren stated that the game represents the culmination of their creative ideas and the continuation of Everhood's surreal storytelling.
Rune Dice Preview – Smart Dice Merging Meets Snappy Roguelite Runs
Rune Dice is a roguelite game where players roll dice with runes to perform skills and attacks, with merging dice being a key mechanic. The preview showcases three classes and one area, highlighting the game's snappy runs and a focus on player progression even after failure. Developed by Smart Raven Studio, Rune Dice is set to release on Steam in Q2 2026.
Saros Offers Up Another Crumb of Delicious PS5 Gameplay Footage
Housemarque has released another gameplay snippet for their upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive, Saros. The footage showcases Arjun clearing out a mob of enemies and highlights the ability to rebound shots off surfaces. Saros is a roguelite third-person shooter building on Returnal's foundation with an emphasis on permanent progression and a more overt story, set for release on April 30th.
Rotwood Achievements Guide - How to 100% on Steam
This guide details how to achieve 100% completion in Rotwood on Steam, covering all in-game tasks and achievements. Rotwood combines Hack n Slash, Roguelite, and Dungeon Crawling mechanics, and this guide provides a full walkthrough for its 1.0 release.
Darklord’s Tower – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Darklord's Tower is a new vertical roguelite defense game where players build floors to create traps and fight enemies. As Lilith, players must protect Onyx and reclaim a stolen crown by strategically placing traps at night and fighting alongside them by day. The game features procedurally generated maps and randomized tower floors, with beta sign-ups now open.
This dice-rolling roguelite is like Balatro on steroids, and its bosses are pure evil
Dice A Million is a dice-rolling roguelite that draws comparisons to Balatro but features challenging bosses and escalating gameplay. The game, developed by 2 Left Thumbs, launched on Steam last week and is currently on sale. Despite its brutal difficulty and economy, the game offers a fun experience of amassing a large arsenal of magical dice.
Deadzone: Rogue – Indie World Showcase 3.3.2026
Deadzone: Rogue is a fast-paced roguelite first-person shooter where players fight for survival on a derelict space station. The game features procedurally generated levels, weapon and augment scavenging, and evolving biomechanical enemies, with both solo and co-op modes available. It is set to release on Nintendo Switch.
Ratatan is marching its way into your console library on July 16
The rhythm game Ratatan is set to release on July 16 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. A Nintendo Switch version will not be released due to quality concerns with its multiplayer experience. The game, developed by Ratata Arts, features developers from the Patapon series and incorporates roguelite and RPG elements.
All the Nintendo Indie World announcements and reveals from March 2026
Nintendo showcased a variety of upcoming indie games during its March 2026 Indie World stream, with many titles confirmed for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Featured games include Denshattack!, My Little Puppy, Rotwood, Heave Ho 2, Moonlighter 2, and Blighted, among others, with release dates spanning from March to Summer 2026.