Technical Thriller merges elements of Risk of Rain, Warframe, and Devil May Cry, offering an anticipated playable demo soon, followed by early access later in the year.
Blastin' Baddies Galore: Get ready to tear through the underworld with Morbid Metal, a roguelike gem from Screen Juice and Ubisoft! This adrenaline-pumping action game dares to challenge the norm by letting you rule a gang of AI badasses in a digital hellscape.
Morbid Metal rocked the PC Gaming Show 2025 with its ability to deliver everything you know and love about roguelikes - upgrades, shifting runs, and nail-biting boss battles - but with a wicked twist. Picture this: controlling up to four characters at once! No need for a nervous D-Pad dance; managing your chaos squad seems a breeze.
Our cast consists of three murder-bot musketeers, showcased in the trailer, each sporting unique gear to bring forth their own playstyle. The crowd-pleasing favorite, in my book, is the hulking brute with powerful ranged blasts. Others boast sleek katanas and hard-hitting glaives. The combinations and combo chains already whirling in my mind Say goodbye to that skill ceiling because Morbid Metal isn't Here to hold you back; instead, it wants you to explode with wicked combos!
Morbid Metal boldly embraces elements from Warframe, a choice that'll make any kickass android fan squeal with glee. But don't worry about feeling overwhelmed; this game isn't just a pretty face. Its gameplay experience shines, focusing on how it handles and feels while you're doing the boot-slashing.
The true strength of Morbid Metal lies in its control mechanics. Characters move with speed and finesse as you chain moves together. With no blocking or parrying to worry about, you'll be focusing on landing combos and special attacks.
So buckle up, roguelike aficionados! Morbid Metal's invading early access on August 21st. If you want a taste of this chaotic masterpiece, grab a demo of the game at Next Fest on August 20th.
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- Morbid Metal, a standout game from the PC Gaming Show 2025, invites players to joining early access on August 21st, offering them a chance to experience its chaotic gameplay a day earlier in the demo, available at Next Fest on August 20th.
- Harvey Randall, a frequent contributor to TechRadar, The Escapist, Dicebreaker, The Gamer, Into the Spine, and PC Gamer, is eagerly anticipating Morbid Metal's unique blend of roguelike elements, Warframe-inspired mechanics, and unparalleled control systems, which allow for seamless and explosive combo attacks without the need for blocking or parrying.
- In Morbid Metal, players can bet on their skills to win games by controlling up to four characters simultaneously and utilizing their unique abilities to dominate season after season, leveraging the power of advanced technology to deliver a one-of-a-kind gaming experience.
