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Lunarium review: Defying destiny
Lunarium, the debut action RPG from Lunarium Studio, offers a visually appealing world, a captivating soundtrack, and a deep combat system inspired by soulslike games. Despite its strengths, the game is significantly hampered by numerous bugs and awkward dialogue, impacting the overall player experience. The review is based on a PC code provided by the publisher.
Mistfall Hunter looks like legally distinct Elden Ring but with a faster paced, extraction spin
Mistfall Hunter, developed by Bellring Games, shares a visual resemblance to Elden Ring but incorporates a faster-paced extraction gameplay loop. Players hunt for items in a PvPvE environment, with options for solo or trio play and seasonal content updates. The game is slated for release on July 30th and is available to wishlist on Steam.
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This article provides a roundup of recent video game trailers, including gameplay footage for Expeditions: Samurai and Guns of Eschaton, a story trailer for Mirth Island, and a sneak peek at Planet Zoo 2's Wildlife Reserves. Guns of Eschaton is described as a Soulslike FPS with a Western theme.
Nioh 3's Hell Rising DLC will sword thrust the soulslike's yokai-battling action into decimated Keian era Edo when it arrives next month
Koei Tecmo announced that the first major DLC for Nioh 3, titled Hell Rising, will be released on August 19th. This DLC, part of a two-part story, will take players to a decimated Keian era Edo and introduces new weapon combos, a higher difficulty setting, and custom fight options. The article also briefly mentions Nioh 3's comparison to FromSoftware's titles and other soulslike games.
The Relic: First Guardian – Everything You Need to Know
The Relic: First Guardian, an action RPG from Project Cloud Games, is set to release on July 31st for PlayStation 5 and PC, with Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch versions to follow. The game distinguishes itself with an aggression-first combat system, gear-based character progression through discoverable Relics, and unique, story-driven weapons. While drawing comparisons to Soulslike titles like Dark Souls, it aims for a distinct identity with its narrative integration and combat mechanics.
Mistfall Hunter – 15 Crucial Details Before You Jump In
Mistfall Hunter, an extraction ARPG from Bellring Games, is set to release on July 30th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, with day-one availability on Xbox Game Pass. The game features six playable classes, a dual-weapon combat system inspired by Soulslikes but with an arcade feel, and a PvPvE extraction loop. Despite its Soulslike combat influences, Mistfall Hunter aims to be more forgiving with its death and extraction mechanics, and will launch with three maps.
Mistfall Hunter Showcases The Versatile Mercenary Class In New Trailer
Bellring Games has released a new trailer showcasing the Mercenary class in Mistfall Hunter, highlighting its ability to switch between a sword and shield for nimble attacks and a hammer for hyper armor. The PvEvP extraction Souls-like game will launch on July 30th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and will be available on Game Pass at launch.
Dinoblade Review – Extinction Event
Dinoblade is an action RPG that retains the charm of its demo with a ridiculous premise, gorgeous animations, and a Souls-inspired combat system. While the core gameplay loop of light/heavy attacks, dodging, and parrying is solid, the game suffers from a lack of visual polish and a simplistic narrative. Despite these shortcomings, the fluid animations, engaging boss fights, and fun combat make Dinoblade an enjoyable experience, especially for fans of fast-paced Soulslike-inspired games.
Rubinite Achievements Guide - How to 100% on Steam
This guide details how to achieve 100% of the achievements in the souls-like boss rush game Rubinite on PC. It lists all specific achievements, including defeating bosses under certain conditions and finding all collectibles.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers tops 5 million players despite dev team's collapse
Despite the collapse of its development team, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has surpassed five million players. The Wuxia action game, described as 'Soulslike comfort food', has maintained a 'mixed' Steam score with no updates since November 2025. The intellectual property rights were acquired by Digital Bros in April.
Lich Lords – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Lich Lords is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler featuring roguelike and souls-like combat elements. Players can sign up for a beta test to experience the game's randomized dungeons, character customization, and hack and slash action. The game allows for dynamic camera switching and party formation with various creatures.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Announces A 5-Million Player Count To Celebrate Its First Anniversary
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has reached 5 million players, celebrating its first anniversary. The game, known for its Soulslike elements, deep combat, and engaging narrative, has garnered a significant and enthusiastic community. While no new content or DLC is currently planned, the acquisition of IP rights by Digital Bros, parent company of 505 Games, leaves open the possibility of a future sequel.
The Relic: First Guardian Deep Dive Outlines Combat, Exploration, and a Tragic Tale of Regret
Project Cloud Games has released a new deep dive into The Relic: First Guardian, showcasing its combat mechanics, exploration elements, and narrative themes of regret. The game will feature over 80 different enemies and a Souls-like combat system with parrying and a 'Groggy' state for critical damage. The Relic: First Guardian is set to launch on July 31st for PlayStation 5 and PC.
Fountains announced for Nintendo Switch
Publisher Crunching Koalas and developer John Pywell have announced that the Soulslike action RPG Fountains will be released on Nintendo Switch in 2026. The game features challenging Soulslike combat with a top-down perspective, pixel art visuals, and an interconnected world with exploration and secrets. Adjustable difficulty settings will be available.
There's a dinosaur soulslike launching on Steam this week where you're a spinosaurus swinging a greatsword with your mouth who just might be able to parry the meteor
Dinoblade, a soulslike game developed by Team Spino LLC, is launching on Steam this week. Players will control a Spinosaurus wielding a greatsword in its mouth, facing off against other dinosaurs and potentially a meteor. The game has garnered over 500,000 wishlists on Steam, and a demo is currently available.
'The mid-2000s was the golden era of first-person shooters': David Syzmankski, creator of Dusk and Iron Lung,…
David Szymanski, creator of Dusk and Iron Lung, discusses his gaming history and preferences in a 'Disk Cleanup' feature. He highlights Myst as a foundational experience and considers the mid-2000s the golden era for first-person shooters due to their variety. Szymanski also shares his high playtime in Elden Ring and his enduring appreciation for Doom.
First gameplay of Lies of P on Nintendo Switch 2, plus new trailer
The first gameplay footage for Lies of P on the Nintendo Switch 2 has been released, showcasing the upcoming port. This "Complete Edition" will include the base game and the "Overture" expansion, featuring optimized performance and new game modes. Lies of P is set to launch digitally on August 6 and physically on October 2.
The Relic: First Guardian Trailer Highlights a Handful of Brutal, the Game’s 80 Bosses
The Relic: First Guardian, a new single-player Souls-like game from Project Cloud Games, will feature 80 unique bosses called Brutals. A new trailer showcases some of these boss encounters, highlighting varied attack patterns and combat mechanics. The game is set to release on July 31st for PlayStation 5 and PC, with a later Summer release for Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch.
Why Memory is Your Greatest Weapon in Retrace the Light
Retrace the Light, an action-adventure RPG developed by Xiaming Game Studio, is now available for pre-order on Xbox Series X|S with a 20% discount, ahead of its July 30 release. The game features a unique "Retrace" mechanic allowing players to warp back along a light trail, which is used for both puzzle-solving and combat. Players will explore surreal "Mirrormazes" set in a world governed by an AI named Primus, customizing their playstyle with various modules and uncovering a story influenced by player decisions.
Upcoming Souls-Like So Popular It Sells Out Of PS5 Preorders
The upcoming souls-like game Mortal Shell 2 has sold out of its physical PlayStation 5 preorders due to exceeding expectations. Developer Cold Symmetry and publisher Playstack announced that the limited supply of the Revered Edition could not meet demand, and replenishment before the August 20 release date is unlikely. A demo is currently available on Steam.