As someone who has sunk countless hours into Vampire Survivors, I approached Halls of Torment on Xbox with both excitement and skepticism. Could another auto-shooter roguelite really capture that same addictive magic without feeling like a shallow imitation? To my surprise, Halls of Torment not only embraces the familiar loop of mowing down endless hordes, but it layers on a grim, gothic atmosphere and a deeper progression system that makes it feel like a natural evolution of

The Tech Power Pack DLC for Formula Legends is a fascinating tribute to motorsport’s most daring experiments. Rather than simply adding more cars to the roster, this expansion dives into the history of racing innovation, bringing three radical machines to life in a way that feels both nostalgic and fresh. Each vehicle is inspired by real-world engineering gambles that once shook the racing world, and the developers have done an impressive job of translating those quirks into

When Heroes of Mount Dragon landed on Xbox, it came with a bold promise: to rekindle the magic of classic fantasy beat ’em ups while adding a modern twist. Developed by RuniQ, the game positions itself as a spiritual successor to the likes of Golden Axe and Castle Crashers, but with its own fiery hook, the ability for heroes to transform into dragons mid-battle. That premise alone is enough to spark curiosity, and the opening hours deliver a spectacle of vibrant fantasy lands

When I first played Last Outpost, I wasn’t sure what to expect. At a glance, it looks like a straightforward survival strategy game, but once you dive in, it reveals itself as something more layered and surprisingly addictive. Set in a bleak, zombie-ravaged world, the game puts you in charge of defending humanity’s final stronghold. It’s not just about building walls and placing turrets, it’s about making tough choices under pressure, balancing scarce resources, and adapting

The Formula Legends – Raw Power DLC is a compact but exciting expansion that adds three distinctive cars from different eras of motorsport, each with unique handling and style, making it a worthwhile addition for fans who want more variety and nostalgia in their racing experience. What’s Included Three new cars  inspired by iconic motorsport eras: The Jorsey  – An elegant early-90s contender, clearly modeled after classic Jordan F1 cars, with sleek lines and balanced handling

Fishing games usually conjure images of calm waters, gentle breezes, and a cozy loop of casting lines and reeling in catches. Dredge, developed by Black Salt Games and published by Team17, takes that familiar formula and twists it into something far more unsettling. On Xbox, the game feels perfectly at home, running smoothly with crisp visuals that highlight both the beauty of its coastal landscapes and the creeping dread that lurks beneath the surface. From the moment you do

The Necromancer’s Tale, developed and published by Psychic Software, is a gothic role-playing game that dares to tread where few RPGs venture: into the morally fraught world of necromancy. Set in an alternate 18th-century Europe, the game immediately distinguishes itself from the crowd by weaving together political intrigue, tactical combat, and a richly layered narrative that forces players to confront the consequences of wielding forbidden power. From the very beginning, th

When two of gaming’s most eccentric auteurs - Goichi Suda (better known as Suda51) and Hidetaka “Swery” Suehiro announce a collaboration, expectations are bound to be high. Both are known for creating cult classics that revel in the strange, the surreal, and the downright bizarre. With Hotel Barcelona , their long-awaited joint project, the pair deliver exactly what fans might expect: a roguelite drenched in grindhouse horror aesthetics, brimming with dark humour, and unapolo

As someone who spends a lot of time digging into indie titles, I’m always on the lookout for games that feel personal, imaginative, and a little offbeat. SOPA: Tale of the Stolen Potato fits that description perfectly. It’s the kind of game that doesn’t try to compete with sprawling AAA blockbusters, but instead carves out its own identity through charm, humour, and cultural storytelling. SOPA: Tale of the Stolen Potato is about Miho, a young boy living with his grandmother.

Chip ‘N Clawz vs. The Brainioids is one of those rare indie titles that immediately catches your eye with its eccentric name and vibrant comic-book aesthetic, but it’s the gameplay that keeps you hooked. At first glance, it looks like a light hearted action romp, but beneath the cartoonish exterior lies a surprisingly layered hybrid of real-time strategy and third-person combat. You’re not just blasting away at alien invaders, you’re managing resources, building defences, and

When Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War  first launched back in 2004, it was a revelation for real-time strategy fans. Relic Entertainment managed to capture the grimdark atmosphere of the Warhammer 40K universe while delivering a game that felt cinematic, brutal, and endlessly replayable. The Definitive Edition takes that classic foundation and reintroduces it to a modern audience, bundling the original game with all three expansions, Winter Assault , Dark Crusade , and Soulstorm

Catto’s Post Office  is one of those indie gems that immediately catches your eye with its charm and simplicity. At first glance, it might seem like just another cosy delivery game, but it quickly reveals itself as something more heartfelt. You step into the role of Catto, a tuxedo cat who spends their day delivering parcels around a whimsical town filled entirely with other cats. The premise is disarmingly simple, yet it’s wrapped in such warmth and whimsy that it feels like

In a gaming landscape saturated with gritty realism and sprawling open worlds, Wander Stars  dares to be something different and something heartfelt, stylish, and unabashedly nostalgic. Developed by Paper Castle Games and published by Fellow Traveller, this turn-based RPG is a love letter to classic anime, blending vibrant visuals, episodic storytelling, and inventive combat into a galactic adventure that feels both fresh and familiar. From the moment you boot it up, Wander S

If you’ve ever wanted to solve mysteries with Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the gang, Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club  delivers exactly that and wrapped in a warm, pastel-coloured bow. Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club  on Xbox is a gentle, nostalgia-laced adventure that invites players into the whimsical world of Charles M. Schulz’s Peanuts gang, reimagined through the lens of light detective work and cosy exploration. Developed by Cradle Games and published by GameMill Entertain

Back in 2017, Yooka-Laylee  was pitched as a spiritual successor to Banjo-Kazooie , crafted by ex-Rare devs under the banner of Playtonic Games. It had the DNA: quirky characters, sprawling worlds, and a cheeky sense of humour. But despite its charm, the game felt like a rough draft of something special, held back by clunky controls, bloated level design, and a progression system that didn’t quite respect your time. Enter Yooka-Replaylee , a full-scale remaster that doesn’t j

Launching for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox next month, exclusive Nintendo Switch physical editions to ship at the same time! Eastasiasoft are thrilled to announce that platforming adventure  Montezuma’s Revenge – The 40th Anniversary Edition  will arrive for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and the Microsoft Store for Windows on December 10th! Originally developed by Robert Jaeger and released in 1984 as Montezuma’s Revenge, Th

Auroch Digital has announced Warhammer Survivors, a fast-paced rogue-like survivors game, launching in 2026. Developed and published by Auroch Digital (Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun) in partnership with poncle (Vampire Survivors) and ​​Warhammer​​​​​​, Warhammer Survivors takes the relentless and charming pixel-vomit gameplay and fuses it with the globally renowned grimdark of the Warhammer universe​s​.  Endorsed as part of the official Survivors lineage, this standalone game bri

Independent games studio ORANGE POPCORN has announced that Maid of Salvation is now available on Steam . A downloadable demo version of the game is currently available.   Maid of Salvation is an immersive game that emphasizes fast-paced combat and deep exploration, blending stylish battles with an evolving arsenal of weapons and skills discovered throughout the journey.   Set in a dark fantasy world, the game follows Shizuka, a devoted maid from the Sanctuary, tasked with a

An immersive RPG inspired by Dragon Quest featuring an open world, charming visual aesthetic, and a lovable furry companion, funded on Kickstarter and working on stretch goals MARCHE, ITALY - October 21, 2025 - Independent game developer Lupio Studios is pleased to present The Last Worlds: Crossed Souls , an immersive open-world RPG with a charming visual aesthetic and a fluffy companion, Lupio, for whom the studio is named. The team is comprised of three brothers who have a

Coatsink have today released a free Halloween themed content update that gives a creepy twist to their otherwise cozy minimalist city builder, ISLANDERS: New Shores . The update, available now on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch, adds the “Halloween” biome - a dark and gloomy map that contains a creepy secret, so be careful where you click! The new update also adds a new Boon called “Replace”, the addition of pumpkins, gravestones and candle variants as Seasons items, a new c