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Lost in Random: The Eternal Die Demo Out Now on Xbox (and Why You Should Play!)
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Summary
- Lost in Random: The Eternal Die‘s free demo is available now on Xbox.
- Return to the world of Random as Queen Aleksandra in this dark fantasy roguelite.
- Lost in Random: The Eternal Die will be released this year for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Game Pass.
Fate has spoken, and your chance to step back into the dark and whimsical world of Random has arrived! The free demo for Lost in Random: The Eternal Die is now available on Xbox, giving you a first-hand look at this exciting new chapter. If you’ve been craving an adventure filled with mystery, danger, and a touch of fate, now is the perfect time to dive in.

A First Glimpse into The Eternal Die

In our free demo, you’ll step into the first of four eerie worlds within the Black Die, ruled by the sinister Mare the Knight. This new realm is treacherous, unpredictable, and crawling with dangers that will push your skills to the limit – including the first of four ruthless world bosses, The Doublet Twins. But don’t worry – you won’t be taking on this challenge unarmed.

Your weapon of choice? The Sword of Sixtopia, swift and agile, perfect for rapid strikes and devastating spin attacks. Combine it with powerful card abilities and relics to customise your build for your own playstyle. And of course, you’ll have your die-companion, Fortune, by your side. Toss him into battle to deal massive damage, and use the all-new relic system to power up your skills, abilities, Fortune and more for a super slick and advanced combat experience. Combat in The Eternal Die is all about choice – no two runs will be the same!

In the demo you’ll get to experiment with our brand-new relic system and tiered upgrades, helping you become stronger every turn. Every time you fall, you’ll return to the Sanctuary, where you can unlock new skills, power up your weapons, and prepare yourself for another run. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for Aama’s lost dicelings, too – finding them will earn you powerful, permanent upgrades bringing you one step closer to escaping this nightmare realm.

And this is just the beginning! When the full game launches, you’ll get your hands on three more weapons – the mighty Helleven’s Hammer, the fatal Sevendipity Striker, and the deadly Lance of Lady Luck – each with its own unique combat style and upgrade path, as well as 15 unique card abilities and over 100 relics to create your perfect build. Synergy will be everything and we cannot wait to see what creative and crazy builds you come up with!

Beyond battles, the demo is also your first glimpse into the twisted world of the Black Die. You’re trapped in the Black Die by Mare the Knight and it’s up to you to uncover its secrets, meet its peculiar (and perhaps familiar) inhabitants, and piece together the mystery of your imprisonment. Some of the odd folk you meet might even hold the key to your escape – if you take the time to listen. Seek wisdom from Chance, an enigmatic guide to the Black Die’s sinister machinations. Return Aama’s children to unlock powerful upgrades. Stock up on supplies at Mannie Chex’s ever-moving pop-up shop. And if you’re feeling bold enough, you can challenge the mysterious Wager Rollins, always eager for a game of chance.

If you loved Lost in Random, this demo is your chance to dive back into its beautifully bizarre world – but this time, with an exciting roguelite twist. We can’t wait for you to experience it!

The Next Chapter of Lost in Random

The Eternal Die takes you back to the eerie, ever-changing world of Random, but this time, luck plays an even greater role. Taking on a roguelite spin, each run treats you to a high-stakes game where skill, strategy, and a touch of fortune determine your fate. Roll the dice, wield your weapons, and embrace the unpredictable nature of combat as you battle through the Black Die’s twisted trials.

Martin Storm, Game Director, shares what makes The Eternal Die stand out:

“The Eternal Die offers more fast-paced, skill-driven combat packed with intricate synergies. Every roll, every battle, and every ever-changing encounter will test your adaptability and decision-making. With each run, you’ll unlock powerful upgrades and uncover the unpredictable magic of Random in an entirely new way.”

At the heart of this adventure is a new hero: Queen Aleksandra, the once-mighty ruler of Random. Stripped of her power and forced into the Black Die’s merciless trials, she must rely on her wits, combat skills, and her ever-loyal (and very adorable) die-companion, Fortune, to battle the ancient evil that took everything from her and reclaim what was rightfully hers. But she won’t be alone. Along the way, unexpected – and perhaps even familiar – allies may lend a hand… if luck is on your side, that is.

The choice to make Aleksandra the protagonist of The Eternal Die was no coincidence. As Oskar Hanska, Senior Narrative Designer, explains:

“We wanted gameplay changes to also resonate in the narrative. With the new focus on enhanced action and more complex combat, exploring the once fearsome Queen Aleksandra’s story and powers was the perfect choice.”

Prepare for the Full Release

Your adventure is just beginning. When Lost in Random: The Eternal Die launches later this year, you’ll get to experience the full story, wield additional weapons and upgrades, and uncover even more secrets hidden within the Black Die’s sinister world. And the best part? The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S and Game Pass from day one.

So, are you ready to roll the dice? Play the demo now and wishlist Lost in Random: The Eternal Die today!

Lost in Random: The Eternal Die

Thunderful Publishing

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

Aleksandra, Queen of Random, has lost everything. Deprived of her powers and trapped in a dark, nightmare realm, she must rely on her skills and trusty die-companion Fortune. Together, they gamble with fate on an epic adventure of revenge, redemption, and revelations in the whimsical realms of Random. Random Rules!
To defeat her tormentor, Aleksandra must brave ever-changing realms packed with random twists, challenges, and rewards. Embracing chaos, adapting, and strategizing is key. Throw Fortune or rely on weapons to smash foes. Split-second decisions, some luck, and your mastery of chance will determine your fate! A Unique Relic System
Collect and strategically match Relics on your board to uncover hundreds of combinations of instant effects, chaotic synergies, and powerful bonuses that heavily impact various playstyles – making each attempt at victory feel like a fresh opportunity. The Sanctuary
Death is not final but returns you to the Sanctuary, an evolving haven with a fully-voiced band of eclectic characters. Unlock and upgrade weapons from a living weapon rack, choose wisely among the Blessings from the almighty Aama, or simply freshen up your wardrobe. Performing quests for your allies will restore Aleksandra’s full power and reveal her true potential. Rambunctious Realms
Immerse yourself in a rich, fully voiced story and the distinct artstyle of Random. Delve deep into four, randomly-generated realms, each with its own unique flair and style that will keep you coming back for more.

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14/02/2025
The Secret Ingredient in Metal: Hellsinger’s New Horde Mode – Roguelite Design
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Summary
- Dive into the belly of the beast in the multi-award winning rhythm shooter’s latest free update: Horde Mode, which takes inspiration from roguelite design.
- Discover the reasons behind this direction, and the kind of upgrades and choices you will make in your attempt to escape the beast’s maw.
- The free new game mode launches alongside the new Purgatory DLC, which brings more original music.
We have just launched Metal: Hellsinger’s new Horde Mode, a free update that adds a new way to experience the heavy metal rhythm shooter. Horde Mode is all about distilling the game into its purest, burning essence, while adding a spark of something new into the mix: roguelite design.

We can’t tell you how excited we are to finally launch this update, and to see you all fight tooth and nail, guns roaring to every beat. Fear not as we dive into the belly of the beast, for metal thunders in our very souls.

Escape the Maw of Leviathan

What’s the expression, out of the frying pan and into the gaping maw of Leviathan? After wreaking blistering havoc in the Hells, The Unknown and Paz had their eyes set on the heavens, but fate is a fickle beast, and now they must escape through the teeth of the colossal Leviathan.

Your goal in Horde Mode is to fight through increasingly challenging waves of enemies in new arenas; floating rocks in a cavernous belly. A Hell within Hell. There are three stages on your way out of Leviathan. After the final stage, a new final boss will test you to your limits.

Horde Mode is designed for replayability. Every run is different. The stages’ layout changes between runs, and so do the powers you pick up between waves. After you fall – because fall you will – you can unlock permanent upgrades that you carry in each run.

Music is the infernal engine of Metal: Hellsinger, and it’s always at the core of our game design. That’s why we also added a way to create your own playlist before you enter Leviathan. Choose any number of songs from the game’s multi award-winning original score and the game will pick one randomly for each of the three stages.

Memories of Metal

In the depths of Leviathan, your powers have been sapped. But as you slay, guns bucking to the beat, the essence of fallen demons empower the altar which you’ll find in every arena. Fill the altar sufficiently to complete the wave, then approach it to receive a Memory – a choice between three (to start with) power-ups. Combine these powers to achieve powerful synergies, rising beyond even the highest peaks of power you held in the campaign.

This is where Metal: Hellsinger sings to a new tune. Having to choose between powers, combining them into synergies, and having a different mix each run, is an inherently roguelite mechanism, and we were surprised at just how good it feels in our game.

For example, perhaps you want to become the ultimate bleed demon, in which case you can combine powerups that give improved bleed damage and duration with those that let you apply bleed in new ways (like with headshots or specific weapons, or both). Add the Memory that makes bleeding enemies take more headshot damage, and you have a bloody good time on your hands.

In practice, however, you often have to adapt to the choices you’re given. But sometimes, the stars do align.

Dreams of Death

As demons fall before you, they drop Void Echoes. At the end of your run, you can spend them to unlock a wide variety of permanent upgrades, from more health, to weapon specializations, to faster generation of your ultimate ability.

Sigils are a category of Dreams where you have the most choice from the start, that allows you to cover your potential weaknesses. If you have trouble timing those perfect reloads, pick up Ghost Rounds to make the first two to eight shots (depending on rank) after switching weapons consume no ammo.

Each time you shoot an enemy on the beat, your Fury grows, which directly affects how intense the music is and how much damage you do. Fury caps out at x16, which is where you will hear one of the many legendary vocalists in their full glory. If that sounds like a good time, the Unyielding Fury Sigil is for you. With it, you can never drop below 4x Fury, and you enter Leviathan already at 16x Fury, music blasting on all cylinders right out of the gate.

A particularly interesting Dream unlock is the Extra Memory, which does exactly what it says on the tin. With four Memories to choose from between each wave, your choices and ability to synergize are increased even further.

The Secret Spice

This free update has been a long time in the making. We knew we didn’t want to radically change the core gameplay. Slaying on the beat to absolute banger tracks is the soul of the game, and we know it resonates with players. Yet we wanted to offer something new.

To us, the roguelite progression framework and the pure flow-inducing rhythm gunplay is an epic meeting of genres. When in doubt, look to music: thrash metal, death metal, prog metal, power metal – and we’re still only in the realms of metal! Variety is the spice of life, especially in Hell, and we hope you enjoy it.

Riding shotgun with The Horde Mode Update, our Purgatory DLC is also available now, adding even more content, with a new weapon, three outfits, and three new original tracks performed by Melissa Bonny (Ad Infinitum), Joe Bad (Fit for an Autopsy), and Matt Heafy (Trivium).

Go forth, Hellsingers, and make Hell fear the beat.

Metal: Hellsinger – Complete Edition

Funcom

☆☆☆☆☆ 17

★★★★★

$49.99

Dig your claws into the complete Metal: Hellsinger experience with the base game and all DLCs: • Metal: Hellsinger • Dream of the Beast • Purgatory • Essential Hits Pack Every legend has a song. And yours is one of vengeance and destruction. Part human, part demon, and bent on vengeance. Become The Unknown, and fight through the fiercest domains of Hell on an infernal ride to face the Red Judge herself. You have a score to settle. Slay in sync to the beat and feel the music get more intense. Dream of the Beast: • Two New Original Songs. • Dream of the Beast, performed by Cristina Scabbia (Lacuna Coil). • Leviathan, performed by Will Ramos (Lorna Shore). • New Weapon: The Red Right Hand. Fire in rhythmic bursts that vary in length. • Three outfits with passive effects. Purgatory: • Three new original songs. • Goodbye, My Morning Star performed by Matt Heafy (Trivium). • Swallow the Fire performed by Melissa Bonny (Ad Infinitum). • Mouth of Hell performed by Joe Bad (Fit for an Autopsy). • New Weapon: Telos. Slay demons with arrows from a powerful bow. • Three cosmetic outfits. Essential Hits Pack: • Gorillaz – Feel Good Inc. • Muse – Uprising • Depeche Mode – Personal Jesus • Icona Pop – I Love It (feat. Charli XCX) • DVBBS & Borgeous – Tsunami • Disturbed – Down With the Sickness • Galantis – Runaway (U & I) • Paramore – Misery Business Note: The Song Layering feature is not available on licensed tracks.

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08/12/2023
Reclaim The Wilderness in Against The Storm – A Roguelite City Builder Coming to PC Game Pass

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Greetings! My name is Łukasz, and I’m here to tell you a little about your new duties as Viceroy for the Scorched Queen, our protector and ruler of civilization’s last bastion against the Blightstorm.

Against the Storm is a roguelite city builder where every run is a bite-sized city-building experience with a distinct variety of problems to solve. It’s set in a fantasy world inhabited by Humans, Beavers, Lizards, Harpies, and Foxes who stand united against hidden dangers and never-ending rains.

Your task is to settle the untamed wilds and gather valuable resources necessary to rebuild the Smoldering City – the only safe haven from the apocalyptic storms. You are responsible for managing resources, allocating workers, and building up supply chains across multiple production buildings.

However, the Queen wouldn’t send her elite overseers if these expeditions were so mundane – there’s a catch.

You only have a subset of all the buildings at your disposal and it is up to you to draft or otherwise acquire the best blueprints for the job. Due to the scarcity of resources and limited workforce, you will often find yourself wrangling with both recipes and villagers within this industrial pyramid.

This is done while you’re also tending to your villagers’ needs and deciding which tasks to accomplish to keep the Queen content. She is not indifferent to your struggles and will occasionally offer you powerful perks. Different combinations of effects can create synergies that may change the fate of the settlement.

Your guiding principle is to “play the hand you’re dealt”. Trying to repeat the same strategy over and over will quickly get you in trouble. Adapt and experiment. Make the most out of the tools at hand. Short on meat? No problem. Turn insects into skewers instead. The lizard gatherers may not love you for that, but they’ll appreciate it more than raw veggies!

But beware – there are forces at work that are constantly trying to halt your efforts. The recurring Storms are a true test of the town’s worth and your management skills. Meanwhile, the forests will fight your progress with seasonal curses and ominous beasts that guard rich glades. Not to mention that our Queen is not the most patient of rulers and will pull the rug out from under your settlement if you fail to prove its sustainability.

Yet, should you succeed, she will reward you handsomely with meta resources which can be spent on permanent upgrades. After that, it’s time to move on to the next settlement! Study the world map for promising locations and lucrative events. If you’re brave enough, you can even attempt to reforge the Ancient Seals and delay the Blighstorm by a few years.

Against the Storm offers the complexity and depth of multi-layered city builders condensed into accessible sessions, each completable in a single evening. The generous progression system and vast upgrade tree always give you something to work towards.

With six mechanically distinct biomes, dozens of gameplay modifiers, and hundreds of perks, each new settlement feels as novel as the first and poses a different set of challenges to deal with. And that’s what you’re here for, Viceroy. May the storm be gentle on you!

Add Against the Storm to your Play List and reclaim the wilderness when the game enters PC Game Pass on December 8.

Against the Storm

Hooded Horse

☆☆☆☆☆

★★★★★

You are the Viceroy – a leader charged by the Scorched Queen to reclaim the wilderness and discover lost riches for the Smoldering City, civilization’s last bastion against the Blightstorm that destroyed the old world. Unlike most survival city builders where your focus is on a single city, in Against the Storm you must build a vast, prosperous network of settlements populated by diverse fantasy races, each with their own specializations and needs. The wilderness holds many hidden dangers, and never-ending storms will batter your population into submission. If your settlements should fall, then the expedition may end – but not the game. Against the Storm is a roguelite city builder, meaning you will carry forward the resources, upgrades, and experience of your past expeditions each time you set off for a new journey into the wild. MANAGE A DIVERSE POPULATION OF VILLAGERS
Foxes, Beavers, and lizards stand alongside humans and harpies in the struggle to survive. Utilize each group’s strengths as you balance their varying needs, from housing and culinary preferences to taste in luxuries and recreation. Will you manufacture raincoats, brew ale, and bake pies to boost morale in the face of the oppressive hostility of the forest, or will you prioritize the needs of one species over another to operate more swiftly for the Scorched Queen? CITY BUILDER MEETS ROGUELITE
Experience core city builder gameplay enhanced by roguelite replayability. Build and manage multiple settlements spread out across a large world map, all while collecting valuable meta-progression resources to upgrade the Smoldering City. Feel the pressure of an expectant monarch as the Scorched Queen demands constant progress while recurring Blightstorms pose an inevitable threat to your settlements. Manage your reputation to secure your success at any one settlement before moving on to establish another, constantly seeking new opportunities for growth, taking on unique challenges across multiple biomes, and bracing for the inevitable destruction of everything but the Smoldering City itself. How will you maximize each cycle to not just ensure the best fate for the Smoldering City, but for your career as Viceroy as well? NEVER THE SAME GAME TWICE
With hundreds of gameplay modifiers and five distinct biomes, every city location presents unique challenges for even the most resourceful Viceroy. Adjust your strategy to changing weather conditions and experiment with rosters of building blueprints and perks that can help your society thrive or bring it to ruin. Will you take on and complete additional objectives and delve deeper into the dangerous forest for potential boons, or will you approach with caution to ensure you operate within your capabilities? All the while, you never know what wares the Trader will bring next year, and the forest holds treasures and resources, but also ancient threats. BUILD AN ENDLESS NUMBER OF CITIES
Laying the foundations for a new city is one of the most exciting moments in a city-building game. In Against the Storm, you’ll have the opportunity to repeatedly experience this by creating new settlements, while still interacting with your network of previously established cities in a growing world.

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05/12/2023
Unique Rogue-lite, Deflector, is Out Now on Xbox Consoles

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Hey, Xbox fans!

Autumn has already begun, the summer holiday season is behind us and with it… the machine of great premieres in the game industry takes off! We know that there are a whole bunch of amazing games ahead to play, but I am here today to remind you that in this great melting pot there are also interesting indie gems waiting for your attention. Today I will briefly introduce you to just such a piece – Deflector – a game by Arrowfist Games, which you can now play on Xbox consoles. Let’s go!

Deflect Them All
Before we dive into the details, let’s get the basics out of the way. Yes, the game’s title can provide you some hints about its mechanics, haha. But let me tell you more. Deflector is a top down, action rogue-lite set in a intriguing sci-fi world – deadly microcosmos. The protagonist’s task here is to eliminate the viruses that have invaded the system. Actually, it all turns out to be a big experiment in which each of your failures provide new experience and data, allowing you to start the ‘research’ over and over again. And all of that in an intriguing, dark, visually appealing setting and accompanied by heavy metal music in the background. Can you feel it?

Yes, Deflector’s gameplay is where it truly shines. The game challenges you to think on your feet, adapt to ever-changing circumstances, and harness your newfound powers to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. As a gamer, I love it when titles not only test my skills but also forces me to think strategically about every move. This was all thanks to the developer’s unique approach to the formula:

“Deflector was born with the idea of creating a roguelike with a fresh core gameplay, drawing inspiration from acclaimed titles like Hades and Risk Of Rain 2. We decided to challenge the genre’s core principle of dodging enemy attacks by flipping it into: players must actively pursue enemy bullets and deflect them!” – Mario Benavente Garcia, CEO & Creative Director of Arrowfist Games.

The game thus throws the player into a whirlwind of dynamic action with elements of management and planning. Deflector is a game with randomly generated levels, enemies and obstacles so each experience will be completely different. In addition, the game allows you to make progression in your own style; e.g., by choosing the right stops for regeneration while traversing the map. And when you want to go full-on again, you can jump into the right mode and face the next wave of enemies, putting your timing and precision to the test.

Meet the Makers: Arrowfist Games
Now, let’s take a moment to appreciate the minds behind the game – Arrowfist Games. These folks are not your typical game developers. They’re a small (just three people!) passionate team that pours their heart and soul into their project. They’re in it for the love of gaming and the desire to create something special.

“The journey began in early 2020 with our initial prototype at GameBCN, a game incubator in Barcelona, which helped us lay the foundation for Arrowfist Games and our debut title, Deflector.”
– Mario Benavente Garcia, CEO & Creative Director of Arrowfist Games.

In an industry often dominated by corporate giants, it’s always cool to see a group of passionate individuals come together to craft a game that’s not just another, the same product but something new and creatively twisted. It’s a reminder that gaming is an art form, and it’s fueled by the passion and creativity of those who pour their souls into it.

Let’s Go!
Deflector is available now on all Xbox consoles (Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S), so, fellow gamers, if you’re looking for a game that’s as unique as it is challenging, give iit a try. Maybe you will find in it what you have been missing somewhere else! We’d also love to hear your thoughts on the game so don’t hesitate to share them with us, when you play.

Also don’t forget to visit our website www.reddeergames.com and socials!

See you!

Deflector

©RedDeerGames

☆☆☆☆☆ 2

★★★★★

$22.99 $18.39

Deflector is a hack and slash game, where you will experience a dynamic gameplay with an unlimited and unique combo system. Test your reflex and don’t let your guard down – enemies will have no mercy. Jump into the future, select your loadout, and save the world from the enormous and well known danger in history – viruses. FUTURISTIC WORLD
Explore locations controlled by viruses and set them free from evil. Progress through the run and choose your path. Use the environment to your advantage, and beware of toxic water, spikes, or electrical fences. Each location offers its unique layouts and traps – so watch your every step. ENTERTAINING COMBAT SYSTEM
Pick your character and defeat enemies with style. Each hero has a different set of skills and abilities. If you are a fan of melee combat, pick up a sword or put on your boxing gloves. Do you prefer to keep a distance from enemies? No time to waste – get your boomerang and deflect enemies’ projectiles to kill them. UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES
Create unique combos, test them, and find your favorite way to slash through enemies. Thanks to game mechanics each approach will be slightly different. You will have to choose additional abilities, stats, and routes on the map. In addition, remember to gather resources from missions to permanently upgrade your skills.

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02/10/2023