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Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands launch trailer – music-based RPG released for Nintendo Switch
Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands, a music-based RPG originally released on PC in 2023, has now launched for the Nintendo Switch. Developed by Five Houses, the game features a unique "Measure Effects" combat system that blends real-time decisions with turn-based gameplay. The title is based on the webcomic of the same name by Dan Martin.
Shack Chat: What's your Game of the Mid-Year?
Shacknews staff members share their personal favorite games released in the first half of 2026. Titles like Pragmata, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Star Fox, and Marathon are highlighted for their engaging gameplay, compelling stories, and unique experiences.
RPG Alphadia F for Android™/iOS: Alphadia F is now available for pre-registration on Google Play and for pre-order on the App Store!!
KEMCO has announced that the JRPG Alphadia F is now available for pre-registration on Google Play for Android and pre-order on the App Store for iOS. This classic turn-based fantasy RPG features strategic battles, character progression, and a story set in the world of Valhalard.
Slumber Realm – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Slumber Realm is a new roguelike game featuring turn-based combat with a unique dice-rolling mechanic for triggering abilities. Players battle childhood fears through snappy 30-minute runs, utilizing over 150 equipment cards and 30 memories across four classes. The game embraces a 90s aesthetic and is currently open for beta sign-ups.
The Perfect CRPG Is a Late-Night Decompression Device
This article argues that Computer Role-Playing Games (CRPGs) serve as an ideal late-night decompression tool for players who are tired after work or parenting. The ideal CRPG is turn-based or has no time pressure, features engaging dialogue, and allows for pausing mid-action, with Baldur's Gate 3 highlighted as a prime example.
Deltarune Chapter 5 is Out Now, Sets New Concurrent Player Record on Steam
Deltarune Chapter 5 has been released, accompanied by a new trailer. The latest installment in the indie RPG continues the story of Kris and friends, featuring turn-based combat and choices that impact the narrative. While available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 4, the game has achieved a new concurrent player record of 291,816 on Steam.
Dead Weight gets July 2026 release — MP3s & NPCs
Klukva Games announced that their roguelite adventure game, Dead Weight, will be released on July 16, 2024, for PC via Steam. The game features steampunk aesthetics, turn-based combat, ship exploration, and character progression with a demo currently available.
Dead Weight — Release Date & New Trailer (July 16, 2026)
Klukva Games announced that their debut tactical roguelite, Dead Weight, will launch on Steam on July 16, 2026, for $12.99. The game features a blend of Lovecraftian steampunk atmosphere, pixel-art visuals, and turn-based combat inspired by Into The Breach and Final Fantasy Tactics. Dead Weight is currently among Steam's top-400 most wishlisted upcoming games.
Raise The Dead, Outsmart The Living: The Necromancer’s Tale OUT NOW!
The Necromancer's Tale, a choice-driven gothic RPG, is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2. The game features tactical turn-based combat with undead minions and a narrative with branching paths. A launch discount of 20%+ is available for the first two weeks.
Aniimo Preview – A Fresh Take on the Monster-Collecting Genre
Aniimo, developed by Pawprint Studio, offers a fresh take on the monster-collecting genre with its unique "Twining" mechanic, allowing players to morph into their creatures during combat. The game features elemental types, a familiar capture system, and incorporates puzzles, NPC quests, and a cozy farming minigame. Aniimo is set to launch later this year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, iOS, and Android, with plans for monetization that avoid gacha and pay-to-win elements.
Rule the Stars: Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader - Voidfarer
Silver Lining Interactive, Owlcat Games, and Games Workshop have announced the physical release of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader - Voidfarer Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on October 15, 2026. This edition includes the base game, a season pass with two story expansions, digital artbook, soundtrack, and exclusive in-game items. The critically acclaimed classic RPG features deep story, choice-driven roleplaying, and tactical turn-based combat.
Shards of Order launches July 28: a card-based RPG with no turns and no mana
Awaken Realms and Fardust announced that Shards of Order, a dark fantasy card-based RPG with a unique time-based combat system instead of turns or mana, will launch on PC via Steam on July 28, 2026. The game features three heroes sharing a single deck, RPG elements like skill trees and dialogue choices, and a narrative focused on restoring broken Laws.
Game Demos
The roguelike RPG Age of Legacy is now available as a demo on Steam for PC (Windows). The game features intense turn-based 1v1 combat, class selection, and unique equipment hunting.
Experiment, Adapt, Survive In Twisted Fate
Twisted Fate, a new turn-based roguelike RPG focused on build crafting and party management, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for £4.19. Developed by Desert Water Games and Game Dynasty, the game challenges players to lead a party of three heroes through a corrupting world, emphasizing experimentation with customizable abilities and artifacts to adapt to randomized encounters and bosses.
Echo Generation 2 Review | TheXboxHub
Echo Generation 2 offers a new deckbuilding combat system and a Stranger Things-inspired narrative set in the eighties. While the combat evolves significantly from its predecessor, the review notes that the story feels fragmented and the sense of wonder and discovery is diminished compared to the first game. The game was completed in under ten hours and is available on Game Pass.
Review: Lumen Tale: Memories of Trey (Nintendo Switch)
Lumen Tale: Memories of Trey is a Nintendo Switch monster-taming game that draws heavy inspiration from the Pokémon franchise. While it features a good story, engaging characters, and appealing visuals, its core mechanics, particularly the battle and creature capture systems, are described as frustrating and could use significant improvement. Despite its flaws, the game offers a substantial amount of playtime and exploration, making it a potentially worthwhile purchase for fans of the genre.
Review: Lumen Tale: Memories of Trey (Nintendo Switch)
Lumen Tale: Memories of Trey for the Nintendo Switch is a creature collection game that draws heavy inspiration from the Pokémon franchise. While it features appealing 2D graphics, a decent story, and expansive exploration, its core mechanics, particularly the turn-based combat and creature capture system, are criticized for being overly complicated and frustrating. Despite its flaws, the game offers significant playtime and may appeal to fans of the genre.
Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent now available for PC and consoles
Publisher New Tales and developer Artefacts Studio have released Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent, a new dungeon crawler set in the fantasy universe of Descent. The game is available globally for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, featuring a story campaign, turn-based combat, and solo or co-op play for up to four players.
Atlus shares first Persona 6 story details
Atlus has revealed initial story details for Persona 6, confirming a multi-platform launch including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game will follow the series' established formula of balancing everyday school life with supernatural adventures, featuring a standalone story with a new cast. While gameplay specifics are scarce, it will retain the signature mix of social activities, relationship building, dungeon exploration, and turn-based combat.
Final Fantasy Resonance details story, characters, combat, visions, Resonances, espers, more
Square Enix has revealed new details for Final Fantasy Resonance, a game built on the HD-2D style and inspired by Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. The game features a story set in the Kingdom of Knights, Grandshelt, with characters like Rain, Lasswell, and Fina. Combat is turn-based with a timeline system, stagger gauges, and a vision/resonance mechanic. The game is set to release on October 22, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
