What the heck is Vampire Crawlers?
Vampire Crawlers, developed by Nosebleed Interactive, is an official spin-off of the hit game Vampire Survivors, set to launch on April 21. This card-based rogue-like dungeon crawler is available on multiple platforms including PC, PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox, and Game Pass. The game invites players into a familiar universe filled with recognizable enemies, power-ups, and characters while offering a fresh gameplay experience.
Quick Facts — Vampire Crawlers
| Developer | Nosebleed Interactive |
|---|---|
| Platform(s) | PC, PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox |
| Release Date | April 21 |
| Genre | card-based rogue-like dungeon crawler |
In contrast to the top-down auto-shooter style of its predecessor, Vampire Crawlers adopts a first-person perspective. Players explore hand-crafted dungeons step-by-step, battling enemies with a deck of cards that players can improve and expand during their runs. As players engage with the game, they collect crystals and unlock new cards, which are essential for progression through the levels.
Crawlers is just as chaotic and exciting as Survivors
Despite concerns about the shift to a slower-paced gameplay, Vampire Crawlers retains the chaotic energy that players loved in Vampire Survivors. Building combos is key to success, allowing players to unleash powerful attacks that can overwhelm enemies. The satisfaction of watching your screen explode with effects as foes disintegrate is still present, making the game just as thrilling.
Between dungeon runs, players return to a hub-like town, which serves as the main menu. Here, they can use gold earned during runs to upgrade their stats and choose from different characters that offer unique bonuses. After spending around 13 hours in Vampire Crawlers, players will find that the game continues to provide fresh discoveries and challenges, keeping them engaged long after their initial session ends.