After six years of development, solo developer Brad Warren of Magic Puncher Games is preparing to launch Sunken Realms, a focused action RPG dungeon crawler with roguelite elements, on Steam September 18, 2026. A new trailer has also been released to mark the announcement, with more than 10,000 players already having wishlisted the game. The story takes players beneath the surface to the forgotten underground city of Aedaria. Decades ago, the city was cursed by the gods and plunged into darkness. According to legend, anyone foolish enough to pass through its gates is swallowed by the city and never seen…
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Endless Rails puts a new spin on the bullet heaven formula by placing players aboard a constantly moving train traveling through a hostile wasteland. As swarms of enemies attempt to derail the journey, players command a fleet of automated drones orbiting the train, tearing through anything that gets in their way. The action comes in short, intense bursts, with each trip between stations lasting around 20 to 30 seconds. After reaching a station, players can spend their hard-earned coins on new train cars, weapons, drone slots, and powerful buffs before setting off once again. Building the right train is a…
RIFTSTORM is preparing to enter Early Access with a unique blend of genres, combining isometric action, cooperative roguelite gameplay, looter-shooter progression, and extraction mechanics into one fast-paced experience. Players take on the role of Weavers, elite operatives of the Mythic Protocol tasked with sealing dangerous dimensional rifts while battling hordes of supernatural creatures across procedurally generated missions. Rather than following the high-risk PvP formula common to extraction games, RIFTSTORM adopts an extraction-lite approach that focuses entirely on cooperative play. Players can work together to complete objectives, gather valuable weapons and resources, and extract successfully without the added pressure of hostile…
Following its upcoming PC launch, RibCage Games has confirmed that Alpha Nomos will also be making its way to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S later in 2026. The announcement comes alongside a brand-new trailer showcasing the game’s unique blend of rhythm-action combat, roguelite progression, and an atmospheric world brought to life through music. At the heart of Alpha Nomos is combat that revolves entirely around the beat. Every attack, dodge, and special ability is synchronized with the soundtrack, rewarding players who stay in rhythm with increased damage while punishing those who fall out of sync. Players take control of…
After spending months in Early Access, SWAPMEAT has officially launched its 1.0 release on Steam. Developer One More Game is celebrating the milestone with a substantial content update that introduces new planets, additional mutations, quality-of-life improvements, and the game’s long-awaited final boss encounter. The fast-paced third-person shooter roguelite first entered Early Access late last year, quickly attracting attention for its unusual body-swapping mechanic. Now, the full release expands the experience significantly while refining many of its core systems. In SWAPMEAT, players take control of Squishy, a shape-shifting operative working for Rangus Corp. Rather than simply defeating enemies, players can steal…
The co-op sci-fi bullet-hell roguelite MineGeon: Renegades has received a substantial update to its Steam Next Fest demo, giving players a deeper look at the action-packed adventure ahead of its full launch on July 14. Developed by Kickstone Studio, MineGeon: Renegades sends players beneath the surface of the planet PAIMO in search of treasure, powerful upgrades, and long-buried secrets. Blending cooperative gameplay with roguelite progression and intense bullet-hell combat, the game challenges players to survive increasingly dangerous expeditions while building stronger characters and uncovering new rewards. The latest demo update introduces a variety of new features and content, significantly expanding…
Publisher LINE Games has revealed a brand-new gameplay trailer for Ember and Blade during the Shacknews E4 Indie Showcase, giving players a fresh look at the fast-paced combat, challenging bosses, and dark fantasy world featured in the upcoming release. The latest trailer highlights the game’s blend of action RPG and roguelite mechanics, showcasing intense battles against overwhelming demon hordes while offering a glimpse at the powerful character customization systems that will allow players to create unique builds during every run. Ember and Blade has already generated significant attention ahead of launch, earning recognition as one of the Epic Games Store’s…
A new retro-inspired brawler has arrived on PC as Mad King Redemption officially launches into Early Access on Steam. Blending old-school arcade combat with roguelite progression, the game delivers fast-paced side-scrolling action designed for quick play sessions and cooperative chaos. Inspired by legendary beat-’em-up classics like Final Fight and Golden Axe, Mad King Redemption modernizes the genre while staying true to its roots. Players battle their way through hordes of enemies across two distinct biomes, face off against monstrous bosses, and attempt to harness the corrupted dark magic that drove the kingdom’s ruler into madness. The game leans into aggressive…
The Dungeon Company is hiring again—but this time, job security depends entirely on how well you can defend your dungeon. Infamous Keepers, a newly revealed tower defense roguelite from Goblinz Studio, brings players back into the darkly comedic world first introduced in Legend of Keepers. The game is scheduled to launch on PC via Steam in Q1 2027. In Infamous Keepers, players take on the role of a newly appointed Dungeon Keeper responsible for protecting their domain from relentless waves of invading heroes. But this isn’t just about placing traps and watching chaos unfold. Each encounter demands careful planning, quick…
Studios Rever Games and Radical Theory have officially unveiled Clockfall, a new hybrid action-RPG roguelite built around a unique time-management mechanic. Developed by the five-person indie team at Rever Games and co-published alongside Radical Theory, the title aims to shake up the genre by combining fast-paced dungeon crawling with strategic village defense gameplay. Clockfall is scheduled to launch in Early Access on Steam later this year, with a full release planned for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2027. Players eager to try the game early can already sign up for the ongoing PC playtest while development continues.…