Alive In's promising Soulslike Metroidvania Vapor World: Over The Mind entered early access on August 19 with 100,000 wishlists but quickly drew overwhelmingly negative Steam reviews focused on AI-generated cutscenes. Studio director Young Kim acknowledged the backlash and committed to replacing the cutscenes by the weekend, though the launch reputation has already suffered.
IGN previewed Swords of Legends at Summer Game Fest 2026, spending over an hour with Aurogon Shanghai's wuxia-inspired soulslike. The demo showcases stylish martial arts combat, summonable boss allies, and a mythical hero progression system rooted in the Gujian series.
Sony reveals its July 2026 PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup, with Team Ninja's Rise of the Ronin available now for Extra and Premium subscribers in the US. This Soulslike action RPG offers a unique setting during Japan's Edo period and Boshin War, complete with innovative traversal mechanics. Discover how Rise of the Ronin enhances the PS Plus catalog this month.
Eternity's Edge, a newly released open-world Soulslike game on Steam, combines the challenging gameplay of Dark Souls with the frantic survival elements of Vampire Survivors. This unique blend promises a fresh take on the Soulsborne genre. With its launch, players are diving into a world of intense combat and strategic survival.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers have a lot to look forward to this week with the addition of three highly anticipated titles: the critically acclaimed JRPG Persona 5 Royal, the charming Beastro, and the challenging Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. These games offer a diverse gaming experience, from social sim and dungeon crawling to cozy cooking and intense Soulslike combat. Whether you're in the mood for style and depth or a relaxing yet engaging challenge, this week's lineup has something for everyone.
Discover how Hark the Ghoul combines the dark, gothic elements of Bloodborne with the immersive dungeon crawling of King's Field, all in a first-person Action RPG. With its unique character background system and satisfying quick melee mechanics, this indie title is making waves. Play the demo now on Steam and experience the blend of Lunacid's depth with a twist of Dark Messiah's infamous kick.
Discover why Nine Sols, with its 92% review score, is a must-play at its discounted price of $12 on Steam until May 18. This 20-hour soulslike gem offers a compelling narrative and innovative gameplay mechanics like the Unbounded Counter. A steal for fans of Sekiro, Hollow Knight, and Silksong.
