Category: Game Preview

[News] Roguelite Dungeon Crawler Cryptical Path Releasing on PC on Jan. 29

 Old Skull Games officially revealed the release date for its roguelite dungeon crawler, Cryptical Path. Launching on Steam on January 29, 2025, Cryptical Path sees players controlling the Architect, building their own path and navigating an ever-changing labyrinth within which they’ve been summoned. The game pushes the boundaries of the roguelite genre as it is the very first action roguelite builder that allows players to add a new creative angle to their style of gameplay.

An action roguelite that makes you the Architect of your adventure

In Cryptical Path, players dive into a universe where every run is theirs to shape. The goal is simple: reach the boss and defeat him. But there is a twist. Thanks to a unique feature, players can place their own rooms in the dungeon, creating their own path and influencing the challenges ahead. This gameplay mechanic adds a new layer of optimization and a unique depth to the roguelite genre.

A journey designed by roguelite fans

Aimed at action roguelite enthusiasts, Cryptical Path stands out with its dynamic and ever-evolving gameplay, where every decision in configuring the dungeon can reshape the course of the adventure. This modularity gives players control over their experience while preserving classic genre staples like progression through repeated attempts, diverse enemies, and intense combat. 

Cryptical Path’s key features:

  • Rogue-builder: The ability to carve your dungeon, increasing the replayability and the control you have in each and every run.
  • Immersive world: Explore a 2D side-scroller within beautifully crafted 3D environments.
  • Fast paced action: Embody the Architect, a dynamic character that can dodge, dash and slash in the blink of an eye!
  • Constant progress: Unlock powerful items and choose which talents to master.

V Rising hits 5 Million Sales!The Vampire Revolution Continues with Exciting 2025 Expansion

Below is new information released from Stunlock Studios, Also they have sent me a review copy to personally check out so stay tuned for my full review coming probably in the next couple weeks!

Stunlock Studios celebrates a monumental achievement as V Rising, the open-world vampire survival game, surpasses 5 million copies sold! This milestone cements the game’s status as one of the most popular survival games of recent years, captivating players with its addictive blend of survival mechanics, intense combat, and gothic world-building.

Since its launch, V Rising has drawn millions into its hauntingly beautiful world, garnering critical acclaim and overwhelming community praise. With over 89% positive reviews on Steam, it has become a beloved staple for fans of survival action RPGs and vampire lore alike.

Watch out Vampires! The Future of V Rising Burns Brighter than the Deadly SunlightPrepare for a vampiric evolution as Stunlock Studios is set to redefine the vampire experience with a big update coming in 2025. A brand-new biome awaits, teeming with uncharted territories, a deadly new faction, and ancient technologies ready to be claimed.
Players can also look forward to a revamped progression system featuring stat caps, a Fusion Forge for crafting ultimate builds, and risk-free PvP options like dueling, customizable castle arenas, and much more. These updates promise endless experimentation and thrilling battles, solidifying V Rising as a must-play title in the survival genre.
What Awaits You in V Rising:Awaken as a Vampire:
Rise from centuries of slumber as a weakened vampire. Feed on blood to regain your strength, avoid the burning sunlight, and dominate in intense PvE and PvP combat as you carve your path to power.Explore a Gothic Open-World:
Venture into a vast and dangerous realm filled with mythical horrors and hidden treasures. Traverse lush forests, haunted ruins, and shadowy caverns, battling supernatural foes and unearthing the secrets of Vardoran.Build Your Vampire Kingdom:
Construct and customize a gothic castle to serve as your stronghold. Gather resources, recruit loyal thralls, and expand your domain to become the ruler of a growing empire. Defend your treasures from rival vampires and claim your place as a true lord of the night.Master Sword and Dark Sorcery:
Wield deadly weapons and master unholy abilities in skill-based combat. Combine spells and armaments to create your perfect blend of power, adapting your strategies to conquer formidable enemies and claim their abilities.Compete or Cooperate:
Play solo or join forces with friends to take on the challenges of Vardoran. Raid enemy castles, forge alliances, or dominate in PvP battles. The night is yours to conquer, whether through cooperation or betrayal.Haven’t joined the vampire horde yet? Now is your time to claim the night on Steam or PlayStation 5.
Join the Vampire Community:V Rising has a thriving community of over 5 million players worldwide. With overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam and a dedicated fan base, the game continues to evolve with new content and features shaped by player feedback.

Stay connected and follow V Rising on social media for the latest updates and community events:Buy now on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1604030/V_Rising/Buy now on the PlayStation store: https://store.playstation.com/concept/10007965Visit our Website: https://playvrising.com/Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@playvrisingFollow us on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/VRisingGameLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VRisingGameJoin the Discord server: https://discord.gg/vrising

Breath of Death VII: The Beginning: Reanimated Out Now on PC

This game came out years ago on the X-Box Live Arcade and I know many of you would have missed it. So great news, for about $5 ( or your regional equivalent) you can check this one out now on PC. Here is a quick blurb they sent me about the release, and who knows maybe I will have a review up soon. Stay tuned to find out.

An true upgraded 16-bit retro experience!

Unlockable Adventure-like minigame “Dragonduck Mode”

New OST by HyperDuck SoundWorks (Dust: An Elysian Tail, Cosmic Star Heroine)

Specifically designed to streamline the turn-based RPG experience

Comedy-focused writing and a light-hearted parody of the genre

Low PC specs, HIGH performance!

Chained Echoes Ashes of Elrant DLC 2025

Deck13 Spotlight are ending 2024 with some incredible news.

Chained Echoes was nominated game of the year in Germany 2023 and was acclaimed throughout the world as one special JRPG. Now the awesome announcement of a new experience with DLC that will be released in 2025 across all platforms!

Deck13 Spotlight and Umami Tiger, the newly founded Studio from Matthias Linda, areproud to announce Ashes of Elrant, the official DLC for the masterpiece and award winning indie JRPG Chained Echoes. The expansion will launch in the second quarter of 2025 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch.
The Crimson Wings are needed once more!
Ashes of Elrant takes players to a new land, away from Valandis. It is set right before the final fight of Chained Echoes so you can prepare yourself for meeting your beloved heroes once again. The Clan of the Crimson Wings has to answer a call for help from the land of Elrant. A land where nothing is as it seems.
Get yourself ready for a new playable character – the White Wolf, visit new areas, fight over 40 new monsters and bosses and listen to 15 new tracks by mastermind Eddie Marianukroh. And also grab yourself a fishing rod – you will need it.

Flocking Hell (Demo)

So I got an email from Sextant Studios which you can find over on Blue Sky ( also feel free to follow me here ) Asking me if I would be interested in checking out their demo, and of course, I was only too happy too.

The game has an odd premise, and I am as the kids say, here for it. Hell has indeed opened up in the fields you call home, and you must connect the cities to defend yourself. You do this in what I can best describe as an auto battler meets strategy game for people who have little time to waste but want to have a hard time mastering something. Also, they grew up loving Minesweeper.

Did I mention, that you play as sheep? Yes, Flocking Hell refers to the fact you are indeed sheep. I do not know or care how these sheep built these full-fledged cities, but they have done it. You click these empty spaces to discover towns then connect them and watch these adorable sheep run to and fro to reinforce each other to defend against the incoming horde and after 80 turns, there will be hell. Sort of, the demons are honestly as cute as the sheep. I love those little guys even when they wreck me, and they did. For two hours I couldn’t get past level 4, I suck at this game. But damn if I don’t enjoy it.

A nice touch is the card system, you get them in between levels ( you do start with a couple) and they do various things like leveling up your cities or showing blocks, etc. They do cost sheep to use but the rewards usually outweigh the cost. I haven’t gotten the chance to use them all and I am far from having mastered the game and its mechanics, but check out the trailer below and absolutely check out the demo over on Steam.

8 Bit Adventures 2 Comes to Consoles (PS/SW/XB)

Australian developer Critical Games released their hit JRPG 8-Bit Adventures 2 on PC last year. Flushed from its success, and the critical fanfare it received from media, they’re eager to announce that the console versions – PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch – will release on October 16th 2024.

“After seven years of work developing and self-funding 8-Bit Adventures 2, I was overwhelmed and delighted with the positive response that the PC version received. The central storyline, cast, and battle system hooked fans of the RPG genre, and I look forward to sharing this experience with console players.” – Joshua Hallaran.

Game experience

Explore and immerse yourself in a vast and varied world, brought to life by vibrant 8-Bit graphics, memorable NES-accurate music, and an unforgettable cast of characters.

Players can enjoy strategic, dynamic turn-based combat which focuses on unique character skills, swapping party members, managing the turn order, and unleashing powerful Team Attacks and Omega Burst finishing moves – no random battles or mandatory grinding required.

A perfect entry point into the series, this is a story for new and returning players alike!

Features

  • Airship Travel – fly across an expansive World Map, filled with character-driven Side-Quests & challenging Super Boss battles!
  • Nostalgia Perfected – vivid & vibrant Pixel Art visuals, with an enchanting & unforgettable Chiptune OST.
  • Uplifting, Story-Rich Adventure which blends Fantasy and Sci-Fi.
  • 30-40 Hours Playtime.
  • Turn-Based Battles with Depth and Strategy. Freely swap allies mid-combat, and unleash Team Attacks or Omega Burst finishing moves!
  • No Random Battles – enemies are always visible on the map.
  • Seven Playable Characters, including a blind martial artist and an Exterminator-class robot.
  • Constant Variety – everything from exploring ancient ruins to solving a robot murder mystery!
  • Tightly Paced Story which balances the classic JRPG experience with modern design.
  • A Tragic Villain with a Unique Twist – save the world from a vengeful Glitch!

The Story & Objective
When a mistreated child with impossible powers threatens to reshape the world, a hero’s disappearance kicks off a grand adventure – and a battle for survival!

This boy has unleashed chaos across the globe; raising an undead army, possessing a squadron of deadly airships, poisoning the land, and imprisoning an entire continent far above the clouds. He believes that this upheaval will create a new, more perfect world – a world which will have a place for him.

Granted special powers by an omniscient computer, the player must stop the boy before it’s too late. But can they also save him? Or was his fate sealed at birth?


Put simply, 8-Bit Adventures 2 features everything fans love about classic JRPGs. An earnest, engaging storyline; relatable, easy-to-love characters; strategic turn-based combat; deep party customization; an unforgettable soundtrack; and a large, fantastical world – traversed by Airship, and brought to life by vibrant 8-Bit inspired visuals.

While it may be a sequel, anyone can jump into this brand new adventure!

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2” Launches Today (PC, PS5, XSX

 Focus Entertainment and developer Saber Interactive are thrilled to present the official launch trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Years of passion, dedication, and hard work have gone into the creation of this action-packed, guns-blazing, third-person shooter where players will defend the Imperium as one of humanity’s strongest warriors against the horrors of the galaxy. The game is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Across all modes, embody the brutality and superhuman skill of a Space Marine as you fight against the worst the galaxy has to offer. Smash xenos skulls in close combat with incredible strength and a flesh-sundering chainsword. Unleash heavy weaponry with the power to decimate whole battlefields and annihilate the enemies of Mankind. Combine the two in a whirlwind of bloody combat as you bring victory for humanity.

Enjoy the campaign on your own or with friends as every mode is fully co-op-enabled, with customizable characters for PvE missions and PvP battles that can be upgraded as you play. More content is also on the way with new missions, enemies, weapons, and much more now in development for post-launch support! More details in our post-launch roadmap below:

Coming Soon ‘Drova – Forsaken Kin’ – A Brutal World + New Trailer (PC/SW/XB/PS4/5) RPG

  Many of you may remember me posting about Drova-Forsaken kin earlier in the year. Now we are back with a new Trailer,and while I can’t say exactly when it will release I can. Oh my mistake I can tell you,October 15th. For those like me that have been waiting for awhile,the wait is almost over. Check out the trailer that shows some amazing graphics, interesting fights and what seems like one hell of a story. Best wishes and may the gaming gods bring you glory.

Gamescom: Focus & Saber Reveal “RoadCraft” at Opening Night Live (PC, PS5, XSX)

Just a quick post to show Roadcraft, the newest title revealed from Focus and Saber.

Take control of your fleet of construction vehicles to overcome the toughest challenges. Use your bulldozer to clear blocked paths, mobilize your heavy transporter to carry multiple vehicles, and operate your cranes, whether fixed or mobile, to lift containers and equipment with precision. Reactivate a factory by reconnecting it to the power grid with your cable layer, spread hot asphalt using your paver, and perfectly flatten it with your roller to create new roads.

Explore and unlock more than 40 vehicles as you progress through a captivating campaign. Each object, based on its mass and size, can be moved and manipulated to achieve your goals. Use materials like sand, wood, and tar to transform the terrain and facilitate the passage of your vehicles. Every resource found can be crucial for reconstruction! Supply factories and sand quarries to ensure a continuous production of resources needed for building roads and bridges. As the operations chief, plan the routes for your transport trucks on the map and ensure no obstacle impedes their path!

Features:

  • Rebuild devastated areas solo or in co-op mode for up to four players in a simulation featuring advanced physics.
  • Operate more than 40 vehicles, from bulldozers to construction cranes.
  • Work in various regions around the world with eight maps, each 4 km² in size.
  • Manipulate materials such as wood, sand and asphalt using Saber’s new physics engine.
  • Construct new roads and bridges to facilitate movement across rugged terrain.
  • Plot point-to-point routes on your map to guide your logistics convoys and recycle every piece of debris into reconstruction materials.

RoadCraft is planned for release in 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Wishlist now!

ARK Series Publisher Snail Games Announces New “Open Universe” AAA Title, For The Stars

Snail Games USA are pleased to officially announce their new AAA space-themed “open universe” survival title, For The Stars, coming to PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Playing as an intrepid explorer and scientist, For The Stars invites you to travel from world to world, uncovering the secrets of alien civilizations, seeking out rare and exotic creatures and harnessing resources to tame the deadly biomes you encounter on a vast array of diverse planets waiting to be explored. 

In For The Stars‘ ambitious persistent multiplayer universe, you will establish and expand outposts across the cosmos, conquer the challenges of hostile biomes, forge alliances and build a legacy that spans the galaxy.

Key Features

  • Diverse Worlds: Each planet you visit offers new challenges and rewards, with distinct ecosystems, creatures and resources. From lush, verdant worlds to barren, rocky landscapes, the variety ensures no two explorations are the same.
  • Strange Alien Ruins: Discover remnants of lost civilizations, ancient ruins, and hidden treasures that tell the stories of the cosmos.
  • Unique Resources: Collect and harness strange resources found on different planets. Build advanced outposts, craft powerful tools, and develop cutting-edge technology needed to overcome each world’s challenges.
  • Advanced Construction: Establish and expand outposts on various planets. Balance your needs with laboratories, factories, and living quarters. Your ingenuity and strategy will determine the success of your colonies and determine if they can withstand the trials of space.
  • Extensive Research: Start with advanced technologies that you can innovate on. Unlock new technologies by studying alien artifacts and natural phenomena. Research to help you overcome specific challenges, build more efficient outposts, create advanced equipment, and explore further into the unknown.
  • Customizable Spacecraft: Design and build your own spacecraft to travel between planets. Each ship can be tailored to your specific needs using resources and technology you have found, whether it’s for combat, exploration, or resource gathering.
  • Dynamic Combat: Engage in fast-paced combat using both futuristic weapons and special abilities with alien origins. Customize your arsenal for counterplay against hostile alien creatures, enemy players, and other threats. 
  • Multiplayer Exploration: Team up with friends or make new allies as you explore the galaxy together in a persistent multiplayer universe. Collaborate on building projects, share discoveries, and tackle challenges as a united front. Choose to enter contested regions to fight other players for control of the galaxy.

“We’re thrilled to finally officially announce For The Stars after three years of development,” said Primus Majda, Game Director on For The Stars. “We are gamers first and foremost. We love survival games and Snail has a lot of experience with them. We have an ambitious game in mind, and we are taking what we’ve learned from other projects to make it happen. Our goal is to create a game that’s played like a sandbox survival game but has the impact of a 4x galaxy civilization game.”

For The Stars
For The Stars Steam page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1415230/For_The_Stars/
X: x.com/playforthestars
YouTube :youtube.com/@PlayForTheStars
Instagram: instagram.com/playforthestarsgame
Tiktok: tiktok.com/@playforthestars 
For The Stars Discord: https://t.co/AhJAgIXZhy