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The latest Humble Bundle packs 9 CRPGs, including some of the best to ever do it, for a little over $20
The latest Humble Bundle, titled 'RPG Masters', features nine CRPGs and three expansion packs for just over $20. The bundle includes classics like Baldur's Gate, Planescape: Torment, and Icewind Dale, alongside modern titles such as Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous and Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader. An outlier in the bundle is Mythforce, a first-person shooter roguelite developed by Beamdog.
The Hype for Saros Grows with Its Shortest PS5 Gameplay Video Yet
A new 14-second gameplay video for Saros showcases its aggressive, kinetic 'pull forward' mechanic. The upcoming PlayStation 5 title, set to release on April 30th, is described as a fast-paced third-person shooter with roguelite elements, aiming to be less punishing than its predecessor Returnal with more permanent progression and an overt story.
Humble's latest Boomer Shooter Bundle Delivers On Brutal, Fast-Paced FPS Action
Humble's 'Best of Boomer Shooters Penta Boom 5' bundle offers up to seven PC games for $20, featuring titles like Sulfur, Metal Eden, and Killing Time Resurrected. A portion of the proceeds from the bundle, which has a retail value of $158, goes to the ocean conservation charity Oceana. The deal is available until March 25.
The insect-themed roguelite autobattler, Hive Blight, is now available via Steam EA
Independent studio Optizonion has launched its insect-themed roguelite autobattler game, Hive Blight, on PC via Steam Early Access. The game features deep tactical gameplay and is now available for players to experience.
The insect-themed roguelite autobattler, ‘Hive Blight’, is now available via Steam EA
Indie studio Optizonion announced that its insect-themed roguelite autobattler, Hive Blight, will launch in Early Access on Steam for PC on March 9th, 2026. The game features roguelite and autobattler mechanics with an insect theme.
The Games of Not This Year - 2025 Edition
This article highlights games played in 2025 that were not released in that year, featuring a diverse list of titles from various genres. Contributors share their experiences with games like Baldur's Gate 3, Pacific Drive, and Super Mario World, discussing what made them memorable despite their original release dates.
Brazilian Tactical Naval Game About Enslaved Rebels Becoming Pirates Launches Steam Page on March 11
Mandinga Games announced that the Steam page for its upcoming naval tactical strategy game, Black Sailors: A Santos Bay Tale, will launch on March 11, 2026. The game, set in 17th-century Brazil, features enslaved rebels becoming pirates and is supported by ID@Xbox. A demo is available on itch.io, with a full release planned for late 2026 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation.
Pokémon streamer's Kickstarter for a roguelite monster-collector hits its target in 10 minutes, then blows…
The roguelite monster collector game Wonderful Neoran Valley, developed by Nara Studio and led by popular Italian Pokémon streamer Cydonia, successfully surpassed its Kickstarter funding target within 10 minutes. The campaign has since raised over $800,000, unlocking several stretch goals including a Nintendo Switch port.
Galactic Vault Opens
Galactic Vault, a fast-paced roguelite first-person shooter from MeepMeep Games, has launched on PC via Steam. The game follows a successful Steam Next Fest demo.
The King is Watching Crowns of History DLC Launching March 16
Hypnohead and tinyBuild announced that the roguelite kingdom builder The King is Watching will receive its Crowns of History DLC on March 16 for PC via Steam. The DLC introduces three historical visionaries, Taizong of Tang, Xerxes, and Queen Cleopatrea, offering new gameplay mechanics and strategic options for players. The developer highlighted the game's success, reaching 500,000 sales since its launch.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect X (PS5) Review | VGChartz
BlazBlue Entropy Effect X is a roguelite action title that offers a surprising amount of content for its price, featuring numerous characters, skills, and strategies. While the visuals are pleasant and the challenge is motivating, the in-game progression may eventually lose player interest, despite the need to replay stages.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect X (PS5) Review | VGChartz
BlazBlue Entropy Effect X is a roguelite action title for PlayStation 5 that offers a surprising amount of content and replayability with its numerous characters, skills, and strategies. Despite some repetitive stage design and potential progression fatigue, the game provides a challenging and rewarding experience for its price.
Legendary Rulers Lend their Might in The King is Watching’s Crowns of History DLC Coronating on March 16
Hypnohead Studio and tinyBuild announced that the Crowns of History DLC for The King is Watching will be released on PC via Steam on March 16, 2026. This expansion introduces historical monarchs like Queen Cleopatra, Taizong of Tang, and Xerxes, offering new gameplay mechanics and units.
Endless Jungle Update Now Live for Sandbox Roguelite CleanFall
Indie studio Humanyoyo has released the Endless Jungle Update for their sandbox survival roguelite, CleanFall. The update includes a rebuilt Reaper's Palace, new jungle invasions, biome overhauls, a revamped perk system, and balance adjustments. The game is also available at a 35% discount during the Steam Tower Defense Fest.
Kritter: Defend Together - Out 7PM UTC
Kritter: Defend Together, a chaotic roguelite base defense game developed by LJF Games and published by NAGA, has officially launched its 1.0 version on March 10, 2026, for PC. Priced at $9.99 with a launch discount, the game features a co-op experience developed alongside its community, with a post-launch roadmap including quality of life updates, new content, and social features.
The Best Games Of 2026 (So Far)
This article lists the highest-rated games released in 2026 so far, focusing on titles that have achieved a review score of 8 or higher. It highlights games like Cairn, Esoteric Ebb, Mewgenics, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Nioh 3, Pokemon Pokopia, Big Hops, Mario Tennis Fever, Reanimal, Resident Evil Requiem, and WWE 2K26, providing brief descriptions and their scores. The article also mentions notable games from 2025 and explains GameSpot's review methodology.
Raw Fury Unveils Spring Release Dates For Action Roguelite Shooter Last Man Sitting, Cozy Cooking Sim KuloNiku: Bowl Up! And Hack-and-Slash RPG Regions of Ruin: Runegate
Indie publisher Raw Fury announced spring release dates for several titles at The MIX Spring Game Showcase. Last Man Sitting, a roguelite shooter, will launch on March 31 for PC. The cooking sim KuloNiku: Bowl Up! releases April 7 for PC, followed by the hack-and-slash RPG Regions of Ruin: Runegate on April 14 for PC. Additionally, Dome Keeper's multiplayer update arrives April 13 for PC and Xbox Series X/S.
Growth and Sacrifice: Bloodgrounds Enters the Arena March 12
The roguelite gladiator simulation Bloodgrounds will launch in version 1.0 on PC via Steam on March 12, exiting Early Access. Developed by Exordium Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment, the game features tactical grid combat, squad management, and RPG progression with permanent gladiator deaths. Version 1.0 includes new enemies, bosses, item crafting, and balancing improvements.
Legendary Rulers Lend their Might in The King is Watching’s Crowns of History DLC Coronating on March 16
The King is Watching, a roguelite kingdom builder from Hypnohead and tinyBuild, will release its first DLC, Crowns of History, on Steam on March 16, 2026. The expansion allows players to control historical monarchs like Queen Cleopatra, Taizong of Tang, and Xerxes, each with unique abilities. The base game has sold over 500,000 copies.
The King is Watching DLC ‘Crowns of History’ launches March 16
The roguelite strategy game The King is Watching will receive a new downloadable content pack titled 'Crowns of History' on March 16. This expansion adds new content to the base game.