Poncle studio has launched the mobile version of Vampire Crawlers, a turn-based card roguelike game with dungeon exploration. The mobile version is priced significantly higher than the PC version on Steam, causing controversy among players.
Next week, between August 17th and 21st, Xbox will launch several new titles, including:
- The Sinking City 2: A third-person survival horror game set in 1920s Arkham, featuring puzzles and resource management.
- Backyard Baseball: A reimagined version of the classic game with new modes and 30 characters across 11 remastered stadiums.
- Mortal Shell II: A standalone sequel with faster combat and deeper weapon customization in a compact open world.
- Black Flower: A roguelike game focused on managing a garden through unpredictable weather.
- Grim Trials (August 19): An action roguelite where players craft weapons and face demons as a Reaper.
- Find The Cats 2: A hidden object adventure game centered on finding cats in colorful environments.
- Ground Zero Hero: A post-apocalyptic game where defeating enemies enhances player evolution.
- Gallipoli (August 20): A PvP game based on World War I beach landings that emphasizes teamwork.
- Uncle Joe’s Motel: A sim-horror adventure that combines simulation tasks with psychological drama.
Steam is currently offering the action-RPG roguelike game Moonlighter for free from August 5 through August 9, 2026, to celebrate the announcement of its sequel, Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, which will be released on September 2. Moonlighter, originally launched in 2018, has a 100% discount on Steam, allowing users to claim it permanently. The sequel will be available on multiple platforms, including Steam, and will feature new content and challenges.
Guillermo del Toro expressed admiration for the game Dead Cells but requested a mode to reduce frustrations from its difficulty. Motion Twin, the game's development team, clarified that an Assist mode already exists, allowing players to resurrect at the beginning of the current biome or at the nearest checkpoint instead of restarting the entire run. Del Toro's concerns were mainly about the roguelike mechanics that cause significant setbacks upon death. His oversight regarding the Assist mode is noted as a common experience among gamers who often overlook basic gameplay features.
An array of Android game and app deals is currently available, featuring titles such as Aeon’s End, Runic Curse, Quest of Wizard, HOOK, Slay the Spire, Inbetween Land (Full), Thimbleweed Park, and The Wild Case Adventure (Full). The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra is discounted by up to 5 and comes with a free pair of Galaxy Buds 4. Additional price drops include various game titles, productivity apps, creative software, and educational resources.
Everything is Crab is an action roguelike game that offers a whimsical take on evolution, allowing for immediate transformations of creatures. Since its launch last month, it has become a popular choice among players, particularly after a substantial update that added new features. Future updates are planned, including a community-designed addition in late summer and premium downloadable content (DLC) in autumn, alongside free cosmetic enhancements.
From the Top is a roguelike game that appeals to millennials nostalgic for Beyblade battles. Slayblade, a new top-battling roguelike, has been released with a demo at this month’s Next Fest, featuring vibrant Y2K nostalgia, a Toonami-inspired soundtrack, and pixelated graphics. The game's design includes pseudo-Beyblades with a chunky plastic aesthetic and playful elements. The demo is available on Steam, targeting both nostalgic millennials and new gamers.
Realm of Ink is a roguelike game currently in early access, featuring a stunning art style inspired by Chinese ink-wash painting and fast-paced action reminiscent of Hades and Dead Cells. Players control Red, a swordswoman on a quest to defeat a Fox Demon, navigating arenas filled with enemies and utilizing randomized power-ups to enhance gameplay. The game includes a unique 'pet' system with a companion named Momo that can change forms based on the player's Ink Gem loadout. It is available for purchase on Steam for PC and Steam Deck, as well as on console, with a full 1.0 release scheduled for May 26.
NetHack, an iconic roguelike game first released in 1987, has been added to the Museum of Modern Art alongside other notable titles. As of yesterday, it has been updated to version 5.0.0, which includes 3,100 fixes and changes. The game is still an active open-source project supported by the DevTeam. Players should be aware that old saves and "bones files" will not be compatible with this new version. The main menu of the NetHack website now provides download links for various platforms, including Windows, DOS, and Amiga. The game's GitHub page contains detailed updates, including gameplay notes. Resources like PC Gamer's "NetHack from aaaa to Zruty," a let's play series, are available to assist players in navigating the game.
Yogscast Games is releasing a roguelike game titled The Subminer, set in the icy depths of Enceladus, one of Saturn's moons. Players control a prototype bio-droid tasked with scavenging resources and escaping dangers in a procedurally generated underwater environment divided into three depth levels. Upon death, players return with upgrades for further attempts. The game features a submarine for navigation and support, while players can also dive into tighter spaces as a diver, facing increased vulnerability. The Subminer is developed by Tech Turtles and is set to launch on Steam in 2026. Players can wishlist the game for notifications upon release.