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Everything is Crab is a genius and silly roguelite about creating a total abomination
Everything is Crab is a roguelite game where players evolve a creature into an abomination by consuming enemies. It features over 125 evolutions, challenging boss battles, and a day/night cycle, offering high replayability. The game is available on PC and has also been played on the ASUS ROG Ally.
10 Games Appeared in May 2026 Playism Game Show
Playism showcased 10 Japanese indie games slated for release in 2026 and 2027 during its recent game show. The presentation also announced an upcoming online multiplayer update for the fighting game compilation Rose & Camellia Collection in June 2026. Most of the new titles are PC exclusives, with DevilConnection confirmed for Nintendo Switch and No Case Should Remain Unsolved for PlayStation 5 in 2026.
Dystopia VS Distortion combines rock music and deck-building
Indie developer MY NEW GAMES has announced Dystopia VS Distortion, a PC game for Steam that combines deck-building mechanics with music gear. Players arrange virtual guitar effects pedals to create unique attack patterns and buffs. The game will feature generative AI assets for backgrounds and illustrations, which are planned to be replaced before launch.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Released
Alt Shift and Dotemu have released Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, a new roguelite action-strategy game inspired by the second Battlestar Galactica television series. The game places players in a strategic role within the Battlestar Galactica universe.
Dotemu Launches New Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Video Game
Dotemu and Alt Shift have launched Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, a new story-driven tactical roguelite game, on PC via Steam and GOG. The game features an original scenario inspired by the Battlestar Galactica franchise, challenging players to lead a fleet against the Cylons. A Commander Edition, including the soundtrack and artbook, is also available.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Review – Roguelite along the watchtower
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes is a roguelite strategy game that captures the desperate flight of the TV series' first season. Players command a Colonial Gunstar, gathering a civilian fleet and evading Cylons while trying to reach the Battlestar Galactica. The game features real-time combat, fleet management, narrative choices, and a Cylon investigation mechanic, with roguelite progression through meta-game unlocks.
This week in PC games: Subnautica 2 early access, a Battlestar Galactica roguelite, and Directive 8020 disproving the old saying about space and screaming
This week's PC game releases include the early access launch of Subnautica 2 and the full release of Hotel Architect. New titles also feature the Battlestar Galactica roguelite Scattered Hopes, the horror game Directive 8020, and the tactical shooter Vultures: Scavengers of Death.
PLAYISM GAME SHOW Recap: New Titles, Announcements, Publisher Sale Starts today
PLAYISM announced eleven updates for its catalog during the PLAYISM Game Show, including world premieres for "Dungeon Sweeper Plus" and "There's Something Wrong with the Hero's Choices." Several titles are slated for PC via Steam, with "No Case Should Remain Unsolved" also coming to PlayStation 5. The event also kicked off a PLAYISM Publisher sale celebrating the company's 15th anniversary.
Castle Away – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Castle Away is a roguelite autobattler castle builder where players command a floating fortress to fight demonic forces. The game features a grid-based system for expanding keeps with structures and banners that create powerful synergies. Each run offers new encounters and challenges as players uncover the story behind their city.
Hands On: Leon Must Die Forever Isn't Worth Going Back to RE Requiem For
Resident Evil Requiem has received a free PlayStation 5 update introducing the 'Leon Must Die Forever' mode. This time attack roguelite mode challenges players to power up Leon and defeat Victor Gideon, featuring level-based progression and unlockable items. While offering intense combat, the mode lacks procedural generation and its reused campaign dialogue can feel out of place.
Everything is a Crab Released
Everything is a Crab, an evolutionary roguelite inspired by Carcinisation, has been released on Windows PC. The game is available on the Epic Games Store.
Everything is Crab Released
Everything is Crab, a roguelite inspired by the concept of Carcinisation, has been released on Windows PC. The game is available on the Epic Games Store.
Sure, Resident Evil Requiem’s free DLC is cool. But it’s not the mode I actually wanted
The author discusses the new free DLC "Leon Must Die Forever" for Resident Evil 9, a roguelite mode that offers a fresh take on the game's areas and combat. While enjoyable and featuring unlockables, the author expresses a preference for the anticipated "Mercenaries" mode, a long-standing staple in the Resident Evil franchise.
Resident Evil Requiem Just Dropped A Free Roguelite Mode Built Around Leon’s Ass-Kicking Skills
Resident Evil Requiem has released a new free roguelite mode titled "Leon Must Die Forever," focusing on Leon S. Kennedy's combat abilities. This mode introduces new gameplay elements to the franchise, taking players through familiar levels and boss fights from the main campaign.
Drill Deep announced - a game that lets you dig your way into madness
Crossbridge Games has announced Drill Deep, a coalpunk Lovecraftian roguelite idle clicker set to release on Steam in 2026. Players will dig deeper into a mine, collecting resources to craft permanent upgrades while facing escalating dread and reality warping as they progress. The game features base building on the surface and a roguelite mode for replayability.
Everything is Crab reveals its final form today
The evolutionary roguelite Everything is Crab has been released today on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Developed by Odd Dreams Digital and published by Secret Mode, the game allows players to control an amorphous blob named Darwin and evolve its form through over 100 evolutions and 20 specializations. Players can choose various playstyles, from aggressive to pacifist, and face off against boss monsters in diverse environments.
Resident Evil Requiem Introduces Leon Must Die Forever Mode - GameHaunt
Capcom has released Update 1.3 for Resident Evil Requiem, introducing the free "Leon Must Die Forever" arcade-style minigame. This update also adds full PC DualSense controller support with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, alongside platform-wide stability fixes for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Octopath Traveller meets Fire Emblem with sick beats, Wardrum is out now
Wardrum, a rhythmic tactical turn-based game developed by Mopeful Games and published by Team17 Digital, has been released on PC via Steam. The game features a unique blend of rhythm-based combat and strategic planning, with players needing to activate abilities in time with the beat to deal devastating attacks. Wardrum offers roguelite replayability across six distinct biomes and includes adjustable rhythm difficulty settings.
Glory On Pluto Announced
Yogscast Games and solo developer LittleBigEars have announced Glory On Pluto, an upcoming PC roguelite strategy game. The game simulates spaceflight using what is described as 'the least realistic engine simulator'.
GAME ANNOUNCEMENT: INTRODUCING GLORY ON PLUTO, A FAST, CHAOTIC ENGINE-BUILDING ROGUELITE
LittleBigEars Games and Yogscast Games have announced Glory On Pluto, a fast-paced engine-building roguelite where players construct and optimize a rocket engine. The game features a unique rotating engine system that forces players to adapt their strategies as runs progress. Developed by solo developer Tom Stockley, Glory On Pluto is set to launch on PC later this year, with a demo currently available on Steam.
