The dev behind TMNT: Shredder's Revenge is making an original beat-'em-upDotemu is launching an original fantasy beat-'em-up titled Absolum, featuring unique mechanics and co-op play.
Sonic the Hedgehog has been quiet since the demo dropped for this running roguelikeHaste: Broken Worlds offers an exhilarating speed-focused gameplay experience with minimal tutorial and instant immersion.
Don't Sleep On This Indie Roguelike Cult Hit And Its First Major Update In Five YearsStar of Providence is being revitalized with a new title, Switch port, and updates after initially launching under the radar in 2017.
Spelunky 2 Gets Surprise PS5 Version With A Crucial Update--If You Can Take Advantage Of ItSpelunky 2's native PS5 version offers a crucial upgrade with 120fps support, enhancing gameplay.
Absolum Is A Fantasy Roguelike Beat-'Em-Up That Looks Great And Plays Even BetterAbsolum innovates the beat-'em-up genre with its roguelike mechanics, engaging fantasy world, and fresh gameplay that revitalizes classic gaming influences.
Windblown Hands-On: Dead Cells Developer's New 3D Roguelike Is Lightning-Fast FunWindblown combines high-speed gameplay with roguelike elements, aiming to push the boundaries of the genre.The game is set to launch into Early Access on October 24, promising an engaging player experience.
The dev behind TMNT: Shredder's Revenge is making an original beat-'em-upDotemu is launching an original fantasy beat-'em-up titled Absolum, featuring unique mechanics and co-op play.
Sonic the Hedgehog has been quiet since the demo dropped for this running roguelikeHaste: Broken Worlds offers an exhilarating speed-focused gameplay experience with minimal tutorial and instant immersion.
Don't Sleep On This Indie Roguelike Cult Hit And Its First Major Update In Five YearsStar of Providence is being revitalized with a new title, Switch port, and updates after initially launching under the radar in 2017.
Spelunky 2 Gets Surprise PS5 Version With A Crucial Update--If You Can Take Advantage Of ItSpelunky 2's native PS5 version offers a crucial upgrade with 120fps support, enhancing gameplay.
Absolum Is A Fantasy Roguelike Beat-'Em-Up That Looks Great And Plays Even BetterAbsolum innovates the beat-'em-up genre with its roguelike mechanics, engaging fantasy world, and fresh gameplay that revitalizes classic gaming influences.
Windblown Hands-On: Dead Cells Developer's New 3D Roguelike Is Lightning-Fast FunWindblown combines high-speed gameplay with roguelike elements, aiming to push the boundaries of the genre.The game is set to launch into Early Access on October 24, promising an engaging player experience.
Elden Ring Nightreign will be playable a little early in a beta test next yearElden Ring Nightreign introduces a cooperative run-based roguelike experience that redefines gameplay elements from its predecessor.
The Nameless King and older Souls bosses will show up in Elden Ring Nightreign for exactly the reasons you thinkElden Ring Nightreign innovatively revisits classic bosses to enhance gameplay, drawing from fan nostalgia while adapting them for a new roguelike experience.
What do you get if you blend Adult Swim, Street Fighter, and Escape from Tarkov? An out-there new fighting game called Longjuice SqueezeLongjuice Squeeze innovatively blends fighting game mechanics with rogue-like deck building to enhance character progression and gameplay variety.
New Cartoony Zombie Game Is Perfect On Steam DeckZombieville USA 3D is an engaging, stylish indie roguelike shooter emphasizing great visuals and responsive controls for under $10.
Caves of Qud, a ridiculously big roguelike RPG, leaves early access after 15 yearsCaves of Qud's 1.0 launch marks a significant milestone after 15 years in early access, expanding its rich gameplay experiences.
An Unofficial Minecraft Sequel Was Quietly Announced, Is As Cynical As It SoundsMarkus Persson is considering a sequel to Minecraft or a new roguelike game, putting the decision to a social media vote.
Elden Ring Nightreign will be playable a little early in a beta test next yearElden Ring Nightreign introduces a cooperative run-based roguelike experience that redefines gameplay elements from its predecessor.
The Nameless King and older Souls bosses will show up in Elden Ring Nightreign for exactly the reasons you thinkElden Ring Nightreign innovatively revisits classic bosses to enhance gameplay, drawing from fan nostalgia while adapting them for a new roguelike experience.
What do you get if you blend Adult Swim, Street Fighter, and Escape from Tarkov? An out-there new fighting game called Longjuice SqueezeLongjuice Squeeze innovatively blends fighting game mechanics with rogue-like deck building to enhance character progression and gameplay variety.
New Cartoony Zombie Game Is Perfect On Steam DeckZombieville USA 3D is an engaging, stylish indie roguelike shooter emphasizing great visuals and responsive controls for under $10.
Caves of Qud, a ridiculously big roguelike RPG, leaves early access after 15 yearsCaves of Qud's 1.0 launch marks a significant milestone after 15 years in early access, expanding its rich gameplay experiences.
An Unofficial Minecraft Sequel Was Quietly Announced, Is As Cynical As It SoundsMarkus Persson is considering a sequel to Minecraft or a new roguelike game, putting the decision to a social media vote.
Knights in Tight Spaces is a fantastic follow-up to a deck-building delightKnights in Tight Spaces offers an expansive sequel experience, combining strategy and style in turn-based combat.
Steam Just Added An Excellent Neon-Soaked Brawler Inspired By 'Hades'Reignbreaker offers a punk twist on Hades' combat while providing deeper exploration and varied battle mechanics.
Shogun Showdown makes you feel like a genius by showing you the futureShogun Showdown combines strategic deckbuilding and roguelike elements, where foresight in enemy moves leads to complex tactical gameplay.
I'm Having A Fun Time With Metal Slug Tactics Even If I Can't Read A Damn ThingMetal Slug Tactics reimagines the strategy RPG genre with roguelike elements, unique character mechanics, and intense, adaptable combat.
'Wildfrost' Mobile Review - Superb, but Not for EveryoneWildfrost is a unique roguelike deckbuilder game with mechanics that differentiate it from other games in the genre.
Knights in Tight Spaces is a fantastic follow-up to a deck-building delightKnights in Tight Spaces offers an expansive sequel experience, combining strategy and style in turn-based combat.
Steam Just Added An Excellent Neon-Soaked Brawler Inspired By 'Hades'Reignbreaker offers a punk twist on Hades' combat while providing deeper exploration and varied battle mechanics.
Shogun Showdown makes you feel like a genius by showing you the futureShogun Showdown combines strategic deckbuilding and roguelike elements, where foresight in enemy moves leads to complex tactical gameplay.
I'm Having A Fun Time With Metal Slug Tactics Even If I Can't Read A Damn ThingMetal Slug Tactics reimagines the strategy RPG genre with roguelike elements, unique character mechanics, and intense, adaptable combat.
'Wildfrost' Mobile Review - Superb, but Not for EveryoneWildfrost is a unique roguelike deckbuilder game with mechanics that differentiate it from other games in the genre.
33 Immortals Has Cross-Play, But No Other Consoles Announced Yet33 Immortals supports cross-play for 33 players and is currently in early access.
TankHead is a terrific roguelike vehicular combat twist on Shadow of the ColossusTankHead offers a unique blend of roguelike mechanics and vehicular combat in a post-apocalyptic setting.
Xbox Game Pass Just Added The Most Inventive Shooter Of The DecadeEnter the Gungeon offers a unique, engaging shooter experience due to its whimsical tone and diverse arsenal of unconventional weapons.
What's more fun than crawling dungeons? Designing them firstThe innovative mechanic of using cards as dungeon rooms revitalizes the roguelike deckbuilder genre.
Swery65 and Suda51 are teaming up for a co-op, time-looping roguelike about serial killersHotel Barcelona is a unique roguelike collaboration between Suda51 and Swery65, combining horror elements and gameplay innovation.
Nightreign Is Being Called A Mashup Of Elden Ring And Battle Royales And Its Release Date Is Only Months AwayElden Ring Nightreign is a unique blend of Soulslike gameplay and PvE battle royale, launching May 30 with beta testing in February.
Redacted Review - Prison BreakRedacted redefines the sci-fi gaming landscape by merging humor and action in a roguelike format, diverging from its predecessor, The Callisto Protocol.
TankHead is a terrific roguelike vehicular combat twist on Shadow of the ColossusTankHead offers a unique blend of roguelike mechanics and vehicular combat in a post-apocalyptic setting.
Xbox Game Pass Just Added The Most Inventive Shooter Of The DecadeEnter the Gungeon offers a unique, engaging shooter experience due to its whimsical tone and diverse arsenal of unconventional weapons.
What's more fun than crawling dungeons? Designing them firstThe innovative mechanic of using cards as dungeon rooms revitalizes the roguelike deckbuilder genre.
Swery65 and Suda51 are teaming up for a co-op, time-looping roguelike about serial killersHotel Barcelona is a unique roguelike collaboration between Suda51 and Swery65, combining horror elements and gameplay innovation.
Nightreign Is Being Called A Mashup Of Elden Ring And Battle Royales And Its Release Date Is Only Months AwayElden Ring Nightreign is a unique blend of Soulslike gameplay and PvE battle royale, launching May 30 with beta testing in February.
Redacted Review - Prison BreakRedacted redefines the sci-fi gaming landscape by merging humor and action in a roguelike format, diverging from its predecessor, The Callisto Protocol.
Spelunky 2 got shadow-dropped on PS5, now runs at 120 fpsSpelunky 2 now has a dedicated PS5 version that runs at 120 FPS, enhancing the gaming experience for players with compatible displays.
How to sign up for the Elden Ring Nightreign network testThe Elden Ring Nightreign network test opens for sign-ups January 10, exclusive to PS5 and Xbox Series X.Testers will experience a portion of gameplay and features, although not everyone will be selected.
Warriors: Abyss, A Roguelike Warriors Game, Surprise Launches TodayKoei Tecmo revealed a new game, Warriors: Abyss, a roguelike adaptation of the franchise with immediate release and unique gameplay features.
Spelunky 2 got shadow-dropped on PS5, now runs at 120 fpsSpelunky 2 now has a dedicated PS5 version that runs at 120 FPS, enhancing the gaming experience for players with compatible displays.
How to sign up for the Elden Ring Nightreign network testThe Elden Ring Nightreign network test opens for sign-ups January 10, exclusive to PS5 and Xbox Series X.Testers will experience a portion of gameplay and features, although not everyone will be selected.
Warriors: Abyss, A Roguelike Warriors Game, Surprise Launches TodayKoei Tecmo revealed a new game, Warriors: Abyss, a roguelike adaptation of the franchise with immediate release and unique gameplay features.
Xbox Game Pass Just Quietly Added The Most Original Card Game In YearsMonster Train reimagines deckbuilding roguelikes in a unique hellish setting, offering strategic gameplay that merges elements from classic card games.
Steam's Next Most Exciting Video Games Are Actually Turn-Based Puzzles, If You'd Believe ItNew inventive Match-3 games like Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3 and Kaamos are emerging, showcasing unique gameplay mechanics.
Elden Ring Nightreign's trailer left out the juiciest details on how it actually worksElden Ring Nightreign marks a shift towards cooperative gameplay featuring heroes with unique abilities in a randomized roguelike environment.
"We didn't really see this as chasing a trend" - FromSoftware on turning Elden Ring into a multiplayer roguelike for NightreignElden Ring Nightreign focuses on creating a concentrated multiplayer co-op roguelike experience rather than following industry trends.
Elden Ring Nightreign's trailer left out the juiciest details on how it actually worksElden Ring Nightreign marks a shift towards cooperative gameplay featuring heroes with unique abilities in a randomized roguelike environment.
"We didn't really see this as chasing a trend" - FromSoftware on turning Elden Ring into a multiplayer roguelike for NightreignElden Ring Nightreign focuses on creating a concentrated multiplayer co-op roguelike experience rather than following industry trends.
Balatro's Secret Sauce Is Not Requiring PerfectionBalatro allows players to benefit from both strategic planning and spontaneous play through its unique Joker mechanics.
Everything You Need To Know About Diablo 4's Infernal HordesDiablo 4's Infernal Hordes mode offers intense challenges with roguelike elements, rewarding players for overcoming increasingly difficult enemy waves.
7 Years Later, A Roguelike Mega-Hit Gets Its Final Huge UpdateThe End is Near is the final major update for Dead Cells, introducing new content and mechanics while continuing support for bug fixes.
Balatro's Secret Sauce Is Not Requiring PerfectionBalatro allows players to benefit from both strategic planning and spontaneous play through its unique Joker mechanics.
Everything You Need To Know About Diablo 4's Infernal HordesDiablo 4's Infernal Hordes mode offers intense challenges with roguelike elements, rewarding players for overcoming increasingly difficult enemy waves.
7 Years Later, A Roguelike Mega-Hit Gets Its Final Huge UpdateThe End is Near is the final major update for Dead Cells, introducing new content and mechanics while continuing support for bug fixes.
I Will Not Rest Until I Find This Infinitely Replayable Puzzle Game's Every Last SecretWitching Stone combines puzzle-based combat with numerous unlockable elements, keeping players engaged even after mastering the gameplay.
2K Games Unveils New Hero Shooter Project Ethos, And You Can Play It TodayProject Ethos is a free-to-play live-service shooter that offers players unique customization through real-time upgrades and diverse gameplay modes.
One Of The Best Metroidvanias Of The Past Decade Is A Bargain On Steam Right NowDead Cells revitalizes the Metroidvania genre by integrating roguelike mechanics, making each gameplay experience both familiar and uniquely challenging.
Nif Nif, now on Kickstarter, is a "cozy roguelike deckbuilder" that's suitable for everyone, and it's packing more than just cute visualsNif Nif aims to be an accessible roguelike deckbuilder for families, focusing on simplicity and non-violent gameplay.
Peglin is the roguelike Peggle RPG we didn't know we neededPeglin offers an engaging mix of Peggle's mechanics with RPG elements and roguelike features, appealing to fans of both genres.
Steam Just Added the Most Inventive Dungeon-Crawler of the YearPyrene innovatively blends deckbuilding and dungeon-crawling mechanics, creating a unique gaming experience that reinvigorates the genre.
One Of The Best Metroidvanias Of The Past Decade Is A Bargain On Steam Right NowDead Cells revitalizes the Metroidvania genre by integrating roguelike mechanics, making each gameplay experience both familiar and uniquely challenging.
Nif Nif, now on Kickstarter, is a "cozy roguelike deckbuilder" that's suitable for everyone, and it's packing more than just cute visualsNif Nif aims to be an accessible roguelike deckbuilder for families, focusing on simplicity and non-violent gameplay.
Peglin is the roguelike Peggle RPG we didn't know we neededPeglin offers an engaging mix of Peggle's mechanics with RPG elements and roguelike features, appealing to fans of both genres.
Steam Just Added the Most Inventive Dungeon-Crawler of the YearPyrene innovatively blends deckbuilding and dungeon-crawling mechanics, creating a unique gaming experience that reinvigorates the genre.
'Balatro' Is Coming to Apple Arcade and Also iOS as a Standalone Premium Release Beginning September 26thBalatro, a popular poker-inspired roguelike, launches on mobile on September 26, 2023, priced at $9.99 with an Apple Arcade version available.
Balatro arrives on phones Sept. 26, so plan your "sick" days accordinglyLocalThunk emphasizes that his game Balatro is not related to gambling, ensuring player safety from potential financial loss.
Balatro is getting a free 'major gameplay update' in 2025Balatro, a popular poker roguelike, will receive a major gameplay update in 2025, bringing new ideas and strategies for all platforms. The developer, LocalThunk, is focused on maintaining the game's integrity.
Balatro Is Finally Getting A Physical ReleaseBalatro, a poker-themed roguelike deck-building game by LocalThunk, achieved unexpected success and is now getting a physical release with exclusive Joker/booster cards.
'Balatro' Is Coming to Apple Arcade and Also iOS as a Standalone Premium Release Beginning September 26thBalatro, a popular poker-inspired roguelike, launches on mobile on September 26, 2023, priced at $9.99 with an Apple Arcade version available.
Balatro arrives on phones Sept. 26, so plan your "sick" days accordinglyLocalThunk emphasizes that his game Balatro is not related to gambling, ensuring player safety from potential financial loss.
Balatro is getting a free 'major gameplay update' in 2025Balatro, a popular poker roguelike, will receive a major gameplay update in 2025, bringing new ideas and strategies for all platforms. The developer, LocalThunk, is focused on maintaining the game's integrity.
Balatro Is Finally Getting A Physical ReleaseBalatro, a poker-themed roguelike deck-building game by LocalThunk, achieved unexpected success and is now getting a physical release with exclusive Joker/booster cards.
Redacted Is A Punk-Rock Roguelike Set In The Callisto Protocol Universe, And It'll Be Out SoonStriking Distance Studios is launching 'Redacted,' a roguelike dungeon-crawler set in the same universe as 'The Callisto Protocol,' on October 31.
'Slice & Dice' iOS Review - Don't Read, Just Download It Now (But Also Please Read)Slice & Dice is a highly recommended dice-based roguelike dungeon crawler, praised for its depth, variety in modes and modifiers, and overall gameplay experience.
Redacted Is A Punk-Rock Roguelike Set In The Callisto Protocol Universe, And It'll Be Out SoonStriking Distance Studios is launching 'Redacted,' a roguelike dungeon-crawler set in the same universe as 'The Callisto Protocol,' on October 31.
'Slice & Dice' iOS Review - Don't Read, Just Download It Now (But Also Please Read)Slice & Dice is a highly recommended dice-based roguelike dungeon crawler, praised for its depth, variety in modes and modifiers, and overall gameplay experience.
Dark Fantasy Roguelike RPG 'Loop Hero' Is Now Available on Mobile Worldwide Through PlaydigiousLoop Hero is now available on mobile platforms as a free-to-start release with a one-time unlock priced at $6.99.
'Dumb Ways To Survive' Is a New Spin-Off Game for the Hit Series 'Dumb Ways To Die' Now Available in Soft Launch via NetflixDumb Ways to Survive is a spin-off game of the popular Dumb Ways to Die series.The new game is a roguelike survival adventure where players try to survive or die as a dummy or cute explorer.
Dark Fantasy Roguelike RPG 'Loop Hero' Is Now Available on Mobile Worldwide Through PlaydigiousLoop Hero is now available on mobile platforms as a free-to-start release with a one-time unlock priced at $6.99.
'Dumb Ways To Survive' Is a New Spin-Off Game for the Hit Series 'Dumb Ways To Die' Now Available in Soft Launch via NetflixDumb Ways to Survive is a spin-off game of the popular Dumb Ways to Die series.The new game is a roguelike survival adventure where players try to survive or die as a dummy or cute explorer.
We Finally Got A Good Look At Hades 2 GameplayHades 2 features a new protagonist, Melinoë, and continues the roguelike gameplay of the original game.
Hades II Technical Test Is Coming, Time To Get ExcitedSupergiant announces a technical test for Hades 2 before Early Access, featuring new protagonist Melinoë.
We Finally Got A Good Look At Hades 2 GameplayHades 2 features a new protagonist, Melinoë, and continues the roguelike gameplay of the original game.
Hades II Technical Test Is Coming, Time To Get ExcitedSupergiant announces a technical test for Hades 2 before Early Access, featuring new protagonist Melinoë.
TMNT Splintered Fate Shreds Onto Nintendo Switch In JulyTMNT Splintered Fate launched on Apple Arcade, to have a timed exclusive Nintendo Switch release later this year.
Zenless Zone Zero PS5 Technical Test Registration Is Now LiveHoyoverse announced registration for Zenless Zone Zero PS5 test.Requirements for the technical test of Zenless Zone Zero were detailed.
'90s Dark Web Streaming Sim Is Way More Terrifying Than I ExpectedThe horror narrative roguelike game at Tribeca Festival's games section, darkwebSTREAMER, hooks players with a risk-reward system and occult activities to become a top streamer.