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January 27, 2026

ReBlade: The Death Spiral, a New Cyberpunk Action Roguelike, Announced for PC

Developer ChillyRoom, in collaboration with publisher Spiral Up Games, has announced a new game titled ReBlade: The Death Spiral, set in a cyberpunk world where players navigate a dystopian city as a condemned Synthetic. The game features roguelike runs with combat against cyborg adversaries, weapon and augment discovery for personalized gameplay, and interaction with various characters for trading and alliances. A specific release date has not been announced, but the game can be added to wishlists on Steam. A reveal trailer and screenshots are available.

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January 4, 2026

30 hidden gems from 2025 to grab before the Steam Winter Sale ends

The PC gaming landscape in 2025 features a diverse array of new titles, many receiving critical acclaim. A selection of 15 standout games has been curated based on specific criteria: they were released or re-released in 2025, received little to no prior coverage, have around 95% positive user ratings, offer offbeat yet accessible gameplay, are discounted by a minimum of 30%, and include one game per genre. 1. Project Silverfish - Price: £17.50 (30% off); Developer: Siris Pendrake; A non-linear shooter set in a post-apocalyptic world with lizard-people and multi-faction battles. 2. Contract Rush DX - Price: £11.72 (30% off); Developer: Figburn & Melon; A platformer blending elements of Mega Man and Contra with vector animation and humor, allowing players to tackle levels in any order. 3. Godpoke - Price: £10.05 (40% off); Developer: LimboLane; An adventure where players mend quarrelsome gods using a dialogue-stealing mechanic to solve puzzles. 4. Missile Command Delta - Price: £11.72 (30% off); Developer: 13AM Games, Mighty Yell; A tactical hex-based strategy game with a teen drama narrative and point-and-click puzzles. 5. Shooty Shooty Robot Invasion - Price: £5.10 (40% off); Developer: Bubby Darkstar; A humorous FPS where players navigate a beach while dealing with quirky robot foes. 6. Maliki: Poison Of The Past - Price: £15 (40% off); Developer: Blue Banshee; A JRPG-inspired title featuring time travel and turn-based combat based on a webcomic. 7. Desecrators - Price: £7 (30% off); Developer: Woodhound; A roguelike shooter with procedurally generated levels and online co-op support. 8. Wyrmhall - Price: £2.55 (70% off); Developer: Leafy Games; A game where players manage an artifact-cleaning stall in an interdimensional nexus. 9. Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo - Price: £11.72 (30% off); Developer: Pocket Trap; An adventure game featuring dungeon-crawling and puzzle-solving mechanics inspired by classic Zelda games. 10. Lingo 2 - Price: £5.95 (30% off); Developer: Brenton Wildes; A word puzzle adventure set in a minimalist block labyrinth. 11. Skogdal - Price: £8.37 (50% off); Developer: Erlend Kirkeboe, Kay Arne Kirkeboe; A deck-building game set in a quirky, 90s Norway with humor and strategic gameplay. 12. Schism - Price: £6.50 (35% off); Developer: Fami; A low-fi action roguelike with a punk aesthetic and intense combat. 13. My Little Puppy - Price: £14.69 (30% off); Developer: Dreamotion Inc.; An emotional adventure following a corgi's journey through the afterlife. 14. Decade - Price: £5.95 (30% off); Developer: Last Piscean; A narrative-driven game exploring time travel consequences in a post-apocalyptic world. 15. Kiloton - Price: £2.14 (50% off); Developer: Jack Morehart; A minimalist strategy game simulating geopolitical tensions with quick decision-making.

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December 22, 2025

Unmissable Games With Great Stories To Tell In 2025

Hades 2, developed by Supergiant Games, is set to release on September 25, 2025. Players will take on the role of Melinoe, sister of Zagreus, as she battles the titan Chronos, who has taken over Hades' throne. The game features engaging dialogue, witty writing, and exceptional voice acting, enhancing character interactions. It will be available on PC and Nintendo Switch.

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December 14, 2025

The Hades 2 rival I poured even more hours into this year just got three new bosses, and it’s half price if you’re quick

Windwalk Games' Sworn is an action roguelike that emphasizes replayability with four unique characters, each having four customizable weapons and spells, allowing for numerous combinations. The game features vibrant environments inspired by Arthurian legend and supports up to four-player co-op gameplay. The recent update, version 1.1, introduces three new alternate bosses: Lady Kay, Sir Dagonet, and Lady Agravain, along with various balance adjustments and an increased internal cap on attack speed. The update is live, and the game is available for a limited-time discount on Steam at .49.

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December 1, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (December 1, 2025)

Steam unveils approximately a dozen new games daily, providing a mix of variety and potential for hidden gems to be overlooked. - Hail to the Rainbow - Release Date: November 28 - Developer: Hосков Сергей - Description: A quirky boomer shooter where players control Captain Wayne, who aims to rob and eliminate wealthy individuals, featuring absurd ballistics and animated cutscenes. - The Use of Life - Release Date: November 26 - Developer: Daraneko Games - Description: A multi-ending adventure book style JRPG that combines turn-based combat with quick-time events and presents its narrative in a storybook format. A free demo is available. - Abandoned Archive - Release Date: November 25 - Developer: Vedal - Description: An action roguelike focusing on spellcasting and elemental magic synergy, with exploration mechanics in a dungeon-crawling style. It has received over 600 overwhelmingly positive reviews. - Randomice - Release Date: November 26 - Developer: Videoludid - Description: A metroidvania roguelite where players control a mouse in a suburban house, with randomized upgrades and a consistent house layout, featuring whimsical items like rockets and grappling hooks.

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November 21, 2025

Every death costs you 10 years in this open world roguelike, so your missing daughter might be a grandmother by the time you find her

Erosion, developed by Plot Twist and published by Lyrical Games, is an open-world action roguelike game where each death propels players a decade into the future. The protagonist seeks vengeance against a warlord who kidnapped his daughter, and with each respawn, the landscape and the fate of his daughter evolve, potentially aging her significantly. The game emphasizes the consequences of time and loss, encouraging players to reflect on their choices. A reveal trailer showcasing the gameplay is available on platforms like YouTube.

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November 13, 2025

You can grab a stunning fantasy game, an intense tactical FPS, and a high-speed roguelike all for free if you’re fast

2025 has seen significant growth in the indie gaming sector, highlighted by standout titles such as Sandfall's Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, vedinad's Megabonk, and Dogubomb's Blue Prince. Players can claim three indie games for free from the Epic Games Store from November 13 to November 20, including Songs of Silence, a fantasy game with 4X strategy and autobattler mechanics; Zero Hour, a tactical first-person shooter set in Bangladesh; and Scourgebringer, an action roguelike featuring dynamic dungeon environments and platforming combat.

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October 1, 2025

One of Steam’s most highly anticipated roguelikes adds generative AI disclosure five days after release, and fans aren’t happy

Hotel Barcelona debuted last week with a Metacritic score of 58 from 15 reviews and a 55% positive rating on Steam, categorizing it as 'mixed.' The game, developed by Goichi 'Suda51' Suda and Hidetaka 'Swery' Suehiro, has disappointed fans due to the introduction of a generative AI disclosure on its Steam page just five days after launch. Critics have raised ethical concerns about the use of generative AI, particularly regarding copyright issues and its impact on creative jobs. The AI features are set to be removed in an upcoming patch, following similar issues faced by another game, The Alters. The late disclosure has raised questions about compliance with Steam's Terms of Service, potentially affecting players' ability to seek refunds.

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September 17, 2025

Hades 2’s imminent arrival is awful timing for this Arthurian roguelike, but you should still give it a chance

Hades 2 is set to launch on September 25, prompting Windwalk Games to move the release date of their game Sworn to September 23 to avoid competition. Sworn will be available at a 33% discount until September 29, priced at .74/£16.74. The game has received an 87% positive review average on Steam.

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September 13, 2025

Hades 2 might have serious competition as new challenger from Lies of P studio skyrockets on Steam

Hades 2 is nearing the end of its early access phase, while Shape of Dreams has launched and is gaining traction in the roguelike genre. Developed by Neowiz, Shape of Dreams features rapid-paced gameplay, eight unique characters, and a complex build system similar to Path of Exile 2. It supports cooperative play for up to three players and includes eight distinct worlds with unique bosses and secrets. The game has achieved over 40,000 concurrent players within its first 24 hours and has received positive initial reviews, with 78% recommending it and a 92% approval rating among English-speaking players. Shape of Dreams is available on Steam for .99/£16.79, with a 20% launch discount until September 24, and a free demo is also offered.