Fans have already been hands-on for months through its Early Access build, where Supergiant has steadily refined weapons, boons, and balance based on community feedback. Now, the full release brings the complete narrative, polished systems, and new layers of depth to Melinoë’s journey.
This time, players step into the role of the Princess of the Underworld, facing Chronos, Titan of Time, across twisted realms. New weapons, gods, and incantations add to the formula, while Supergiant’s signature mix of fast, fluid combat and mythos-rich storytelling remains at the core.
It’s not just another roguelite — it’s shaping up to be the event game of the fall.
🔄 What is an Action Roguelite?
If you’ve played Hades, Dead Cells, or Risk of Rain, you know the thrill. Action roguelites combine:
- Fast-paced combat – usually melee, ranged, or hybrid.
- Procedurally generated levels – no two runs are exactly the same.
- Run-based progression – death resets your immediate progress, but you often carry forward meta upgrades, unlocks, or knowledge.
The appeal is simple: every run feels like a new story, with the potential for wild synergies and clutch moments you’ll be talking about afterward.
With Hades II leading the way this fall, it’s the perfect time to shine a light on other roguelites making waves.
🎮 Action Roguelites to Watch
With Hades II stealing the spotlight this fall, it’s a great time to look at other roguelites making waves. Below is a mix of newly released and upcoming action roguelites that are worth keeping an eye on — each bringing its own twist to the genre.
Shape of Dreams – Indie Co-op Hit
- What it is: A fast, co-op roguelite where you swap abilities (“memories”) and fuse them with essences for wild build variety.
- Why watch:
• Sold 100k+ copies in its first day despite competing with Silksong & Borderlands news.
• Excellent pick-up-and-play action for friends.Featured in: Shape of Dreams – A Surreal Journey Through the Mind
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault – Shopkeeper Roguelite Returns
- What it is: Dungeon crawl at night, run your shop by day — now in full 3D. Early Access Oct 23, 2025.
- Why watch:
• A proven hybrid loop of action + economy.
• “Hades meets Wind Waker” in style, with better biomes and deeper mechanics than the first game.Read more: Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
Endless Tactics – Strategy Roguelite
- What it is: Defend bases, harvest resources, and lead squads in turn-based combat with roguelite structure.
- Why watch:
• Tactical depth plus roguelite replayability.
• Ideal for players who prefer planning and strategy to button-mashing. - Read more: Steam page
Also featured in: Wishlist Wednesday – Tactical Games
Crimson Horn – Autobattler Roguelite
- What it is: Forge an army, equip gear, and unleash chaos in an autobattler meets roguelite hybrid.
- Why watch:
• Fresh genre blend that stands apart from dungeon crawlers.
• Perfect for fans who enjoy theorycrafting builds and synergies. - Read more: Steam page
Also featured in: Wishlist Wednesday – Tactical Games
🌌 From Digital Sagas: Lost Colony
While we’ve been celebrating roguelites across the industry, we’re also developing one of our own. Lost Colony is a sci-fi twin-stick shooter roguelike where you battle aliens and rogue drones alongside your evolving combat drone companion.
- What it is: Stranded on a long-abandoned space colony, you must fight to survive against relentless alien horrors and malfunctioning security systems.
- Why watch:
• 🔥 Intense Twin-Stick Combat – Fluid, responsive shooting and dodging as you face waves of enemies.
• 🌌 A Mysterious, Hostile World – Explore derelict labs, alien caverns, and shifting corridors of the colony.
• 🛠️ Upgrade & Adapt – Collect alien tech to upgrade weapons and unlock new abilities.
• 🤖 Boost Your Drone Companion – Power up your drone with shields, blasts, and other run-based upgrades.
• 🔄 Procedurally Generated Challenges – Each run delivers new layouts, enemies, and loot.
• 🔎 Unravel the Colony’s Dark Past – Discover what destroyed the settlement—and what lurks beneath its surface. - Read more: Wishlist Lost Colony on Steam
✨ From our studio to yours: thank you for supporting indie roguelites — and don’t forget to Join the Saga.