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Kick Is a Soccer Side-Scroller and Slice-Of-Life Adventure Coming to Steam
Kick, a cozy soccer side-scroller and slice-of-life adventure game developed by solo indie developer nospacelost, is set to launch on Steam in November 2026. The game focuses on the small moments of childhood, tasking players with dribbling a soccer ball through Japanese-inspired environments on their way to school.
Dark Scrolls made me miss the glory of beating a retro side-scroller and now I want another Cuphead
The author reflects on the satisfaction of overcoming challenging retro side-scrollers, inspired by a recent experience with 'Dark Scrolls'. This has rekindled a desire to play more games in the vein of Cuphead, emphasizing the appeal of difficult, classic gameplay.
Review: Dark Scrolls (Switch) - A Retro-Styled Soulslike Side-Scroller At The Right Price
Dark Scrolls is a retro-styled, indie Soulslike side-scroller available on Nintendo Switch for $9.99. Developed by Doinksoft, the game blends roguelike elements with influences from Sonic the Hedgehog, offering challenging gameplay and charming 16-bit visuals. Despite some minor control issues and occasional visual clutter, its low price point and varied character options make it a worthwhile purchase for fans of the genre.
God of War-Inspired Slavic fantasy gets a playable demo and a brand-new trailer, along with the Kickstarter launch.
Downtown Game Studio has launched a Kickstarter campaign and released a playable demo for their upcoming 2.5D side-scroller, Dark Queen of Samobor, on Steam. The game, inspired by Slavic folklore and God of War's combat, is set to launch in early 2027.
Coming Out in gaming this week — April 6, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the week of April 6, 2026. Highlights include the turn-based RPG musical 'People of Note' and the space exploration game 'Starfield' for PlayStation 5. Other notable releases span genres like casual simulation, action-platformer, action-adventure, and city-building across PC and multiple consoles.
Prison City Accolades Trailer Released
An accolades trailer has been released for the retro-inspired side-scroller Prison City, developed by Programancer and Retroware. The game, which features tight mechanics and intricate level design, is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Physical editions are also available for pre-order via Limited Run Games.
