Minecraft Dungeons – Video Game News, Reviews, Walkthroughs And Guides | GamingBolt https://gamingbolt.com Get a Bolt of Gaming Now! Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:03:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 15 Biggest Games Launching in September 2026 https://gamingbolt.com/15-biggest-games-launching-in-september-2026 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:03:39 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=651980 September is finally here, and it’s probably the busiest September in years. Owing to every developer and publisher trying to avoid Grand Theft Auto 6, and then trying to avoid each other, we have this great big rigmarole of releases. Pretty much every genre is accounted for: Open-world, action RPGs, character-driven hack-and-slash titles, sports games, racing games, cyberpunk restaurant management titles – you name it.

The real question is: What should you be on the lookout for? Let’s dive into the 15 biggest new games of September 2026, starting with perhaps my most anticipated release…

Control Resonant

It’s not the fact that Remedy has taken inspiration from The X-Files, Roadside Picnic and the Southern Reach Trilogy, or that its impeccable art direction and music-making skills are on full display. Even the fact that it’s the long-awaited follow-up to Control, posing larger environments packed with quests and secrets to discover while digging much more into the action RPG build-crafting, really has me excited. It’s everything altogether – the vibe, the mystery, and the sense that something ominous, which no one could have possibly predicted, is set to take place. Control Resonant launches on September 24th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, and right now, I can’t wait to get my hands on it.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword

It shouldn’t have taken this long for Onimusha to make a comeback, but Way of the Sword feels worth the wait. Embodying a brand new protagonist, the vagabond Miyamoto Musashi, players embark on a dark odyssey of Genma-slaying, proving that he’s the very best swordsman that Edo has ever seen. With a unique parrying system, the return of Issen, and stellar production values, Onimusha: Way of the Sword isn’t just a triumphant return – it’s a promising new chapter in the series. It’s out on September 4th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Silent Hill: Townfall

Konami is fixated on a new Silent Hill title every year, and much like Silent Hill f, Townfall is unlike what we’ve seen before. Granted, Simon Ordell’s journey through the fog-shrouded St Amelia looks familiar on the surface, whether it’s piecing together exactly what he needs to put right or the terrifying creatures roaming about. But Screen Burn is keen on subverting expectations, starting with the immersive first-person perspective and the CRTV, which is as good at distracting enemies as it is at peering into the past. Out on September 24th, Silent Hill: Townfall could make for a hat trick of quality releases for the franchise.

Hot Wheels Infinite Rush

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From the backyard and living room to an expansive world with four islands to explore, Milestone’s racing franchise has stepped up its game. Infinite Rush still offers multiple vehicle types to master with over 150 cars to collect in total, but it’s all about defeating the Rush Master on each island and standing tall over them all. If you’re feeling Forza Horizon 6 withdrawals, maybe Hot Wheels Infinite Rush could serve as a nice diversion when it launches on September 10th.

Minecraft Dungeons 2

As popular as the first game was with 25 million+ players, the lackluster depth, especially for a loot-driven action RPG, felt like a significant drawback. Well, Double Eleven and Moang have apparently heard those complaints, among others, loud and clear. Cue Minecraft Dungeons 2, which now features an interconnected world to explore at your leisure, new mechanics like jump attacks for more dynamic combat, and a complete overhaul to equipment, elevating the build-crafting to new heights. Out on September 29th for $30, it could be everything that we hoped for the original (and maybe more).

EA Sports FC 27

After last year, you would think EA would be content with the FC downslide. Thankfully, it’s taking some steps to make the player a more active participant, whether it’s prioritizing manual defending, more skill-based passing, and off-balance dribbling to incentivize more aggressive play. Will all of this work out? Your guess is as good as ours, but as far as trying to improve the core gameplay, they’re trying, at least. We’ll see if it works out when EA Sports FC 27 launches on September 25th.

Valheim 1.0

From its humble beginning as an early access survival crafting title that became a mega-hit to slow but consistent updates through the years, Valheim will finally receive the 1.0 update on September 9th (which also marks its launch on PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2). Between the final biome – the fitting Deep North – and new enemies in the Elakingar, it feels like a fitting conclusion to a years-long journey. And if you’ve never hopped aboard, there truly will be no better time to start than with 1.0.

Marvel’s Wolverine

Insomniac Games steps beyond the bright skies of Spider-Man into the gory, twisted world that Logan calls home when Marvel’s Wolverine launches on September 15th for PS5. Besides emphasizing a linear adventure with the occasional open area to explore, it makes no bones about the sheer brutality of combat, as Logan lunges at enemies and systematically dismantles them. Sure, there’s a lot more to look forward to – sneaking sections, team-ups with Jean Grey and Sabertooth, and a complex story with plenty of optional side content as you piece together Logan’s memories. But as far as capturing the power fantasy, Marvel’s Wolverine is it.

The Blood of Dawnwalker

When Rebel Wolves first revealed The Blood of Dawnwalker, its Witcher 3 roots were abundantly clear. Since then, however, the team has unraveled the dark world of Vale Sangora in stark detail, whether it’s the impact of your choices, how time will influence Coen’s development, or how the world at large changes. It’s out on September 3rd for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, and as far as dark horses go, this could be 2026’s most pleasant surprise yet.

NHL 27

I wish I could be somewhat hopeful for NHL 27 compared to FC 27, but hey, at least they’re bringing back Connected Franchise Mode so you can create your own league. That has to count for something, right? Launching on September 11th for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, it also promises a revamped presentation for sharper-looking games, a new commentary team, and 32 arenas.

Nivalis Nights

Speaking of games that took years to launch, there’s Nivalis Nights from ION LANDS. Unlike its predecessors, you’ll explore the city on ground level, managing a restaurant or venturing out to interact with dozens of fully voiced NPCs. Between activities like fishing, building friendships, mini-games, and much more, it’s a dream come true for cyberpunk fans when it launches on September 29th.

Crimson Moon

A third-person hack-and-slash action RPG for just $20? That begins to describe Crimson Moon, for sure, but it’s also a rogue-like where you can venture on missions alone or with a partner. Success and progression reward new modifiers, but you’ll also find gear that improves your stats, while Boons offer run-exclusive benefits that may be worth investing in. Given ProbablyMonsters’ pedigree, we’re intrigued by Crimson Moon, if nothing else. It’s out on September 1st for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

NBA 2K27

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Yet another year of sports titles – such is the cycle of life, and you can’t possibly exclude Visual Concepts’ NBA 2K27. All the standard modes are here, from The City and MyCAREER to MyTEAM, but there are some notable gameplay improvements. It’s almost the opposite of what FC 27 is doing, with stronger AI defenders, but you can also expect all dunk shots to rely on the Dunk Meter, making it far more dynamic. That’s on top of new Badges, a cross-platform Auction House, and much more, all on September 4th.

Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter

Probably my second-most anticipated game of the month, which is also a remake of my favorite entry in the Trails series. Out on September 17th, it follows the same combat system, allowing you to swap between real-time action and turn-based commands, except you can now execute Brave Rush attacks for more damage. Battles against Ouroboros Enforcers will also feel more dramatic (and challenging) thanks to Enforcer Boost. But beyond all that, experiencing what’s arguably the finest story in the series, with all its emotional moments fully voice-acted, is an experience that any long-time fan shouldn’t miss.

WARDOGS (Early Access)

Tactical multiplayer shooters can be hit or miss, but there’s a certain charm to WARDOGS, especially off the back of its developer giving 10 reasons why you shouldn’t invest in early access. As a title that supports up to 100 players in a huge, realistic sandbox with vehicles, control zones, real-time destruction and even an economy, it offers an unprecedented amount of freedom with its chaos. It’s available on September 10th for PC.

]]> Xbox Announces Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, Minecraft Dungeons 2 and More for Gamescom https://gamingbolt.com/xbox-announces-fable-gears-of-war-e-day-metro-2039-minecraft-dungeons-2-and-more-for-gamescom Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:29:12 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=649380 Xbox will be returning to Gamescom from August 26th to 30th, and, as in previous years, it will have tons of games playable at its booth. Among the 25 titles featured are Stranger Than Heaven, Alien: Isolation 2, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Minecraft Dungeons 2, Metro 2039, etc.

For Modern Warfare 4, players can go hands-on with multiplayer, coinciding with the beta’s launch next month. Fable won’t be playable, but Playground Games will host a live presentation showcasing combat. As for Gears of War: E-Day, this will be the first time that anyone can go play the campaign ahead of launch.

Other notable titles include Alien Deathstorm, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Turok Origins, and Valor Mortis. Recently released titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved are also present, but you can try out the upcoming Drift Attack mode in Forza Horizon 6 and nab get a “sneak peek” at upcoming collaborations.

Live broadcasts have also been confirmed for 7 AM PST on August 26th and 27th with “interviews, special guests, gameplay reveals, new trailers, and more.” Xbox has yet to outline exactly what to expect, so stay tuned for more details in the coming months.

Otherwise, you can look forward to Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25th, which features titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past and Silent Hill: Townfall.

]]> Minecraft Dungeons Sequel Has Been in Development For Two Years – Rumour https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-sequel-has-been-in-development-for-two-years-rumour Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:36:16 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=613580 While dungeon crawling Minecraft spin-off Minecraft Dungeons was quite popular when it came out – it even crossed 25 million players back in 2023 – Mojang has been quiet about its future. A new rumour indicates that a sequel to Minecraft Dungeons might be in the works.

Datamining team XOXLeak has discovered that a game, internally titled Project Spicewood, has been in development for the last two years, and that it is a sequel to Minecraft Dungeons. It is worth noting that, as is the case with most rumours, this one should also be taken with a grain of salt.

According to the leak, some of the new zones in Project Spicewood will be Honeycomb Fields (with Undermill, Farm, Island, Lake, Fields and Forest as its main points of interest), Desert (with Cliff, Fortress, Mountain, Village and Icelagoon), and Forest (with Deep Dark Entrance, Outpost Entrance, Witchzone and Shady Forest). There will also be a town, which will likely be the base of operations for players.

Back in September 2023, Mojang had announced that update 1.17 would be the last bit of content made for Minecraft Dungeons, and that the development team that worked on the game would be moving on to another Minecraft-related project. This timeline seemingly matches up with XOXLeak’s post quite well, since we’re close to two years having passed since the announcement.

“As 1.17 was Minecraft Dungeons’ final update, our team has now moved on to new projects that continue to explore experiences in the Minecraft universe,” said Mojang at the time. “This means that there are no new features or content updates planned for the game. We do intend to continue bringing new experiences to the Minecraft universe and give our team the freedom to keep exploring the types of games they’re passionate about – just as they did with Dungeons.”

Since its release back in May 2020, Minecraft Dungeons had been quite popular. February 2022 saw the game’s player base rise all the way up to 15 million, and then in September 2023, Mojang had announced that more than 25 million players had experienced the dungeon crawler.

Another spinoff, Minecraft Legends, has also been quite popular. Back in April 2023, Mojang revealed that it the title had more than 3 million players since its launch. The game had seen plenty of updates, but in January 2024, Mojang had announced that the Snow vs Snouts update would be the last one the title would get.

For more details on both of the spin-off games, check out our reviews of Minecraft Dungeons and Minecraft Legends.

In the meantime, Minecraft continues to be incredibly popular. A report from October 2023 revealed that the game had surpassed 300 million copies sold since its official launch all the way back in 2011. Currently, Minecraft sits at the top of the charts for the number of copies it has sold, with GTA 5 being second with roughly 210 million copies sold, and Wii Sports being a distant third with 82.9 million copies sold.

]]> Minecraft Dungeons Crosses 25 Million Players https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-crosses-25-million-players Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:00:46 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=566715 Minecraft Dungeons might not be Microsoft’s biggest or most high-profile release, but the dungeon crawling action RPG spinoff has, nonetheless, managed to attract a healthy player base.

Mojang and Microsoft have announced that Minecraft Dungeons has surpassed 25 million players across all platforms since its launch in May of 2020, nearly three and a half years ago. At last count, in February 2022, that number stood at 15 million players, so the game has clearly maintained impressive momentum in terms of attracting new players.

To commemorate the milestone, a new trailer has also been released, which showcases gameplay footage, highlights some of the game’s many post-launch updates, and of course, thanks the community for its support. Check it out below.

Mojang has also confirmed that update 1.17 was the last big update to release for Minecraft Dungeons, with the dungeon crawler’s development team having shifted focus to new projects, which are also set in the Minecraft universe. You can read more on that through here.

Minecraft Dungeons is available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

]]> Minecraft Dungeons Team Has “Moved on to New Projects” in the Minecraft Universe https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-team-has-moved-on-to-new-projects-in-the-minecraft-universe Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:00:44 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=566717 The Minecraft brand’s versatility means there’s no shortage of different kinds of gaming experiences it can provide, and we got a taste of that with the launch of dungeon crawling action RPG Minecraft Dungeons with its launch in 2020. Over three years on from its release though, support for the game is ending.

Mojang has announced that update 1.17 was the final major update for Minecraft Dungeons, and that its development team is now focused on developing “new projects”, which are also set in the Minecraft universe.

“As 1.17 was Minecraft Dungeons’ final update, our team has now moved on to new projects that continue to explore experiences in the Minecraft universe,” Mojang wrote. “This means that there are no new features or content updates planned for the game. We do intend to continue bringing new experiences to the Minecraft universe and give our team the freedom to keep exploring the types of games they’re passionate about – just as they did with Dungeons.”

Mojang has also announced that Minecraft Dungeons has exceeded 25 million players worldwide.

Meanwhile, another Minecraft spinoff, action strategy title Minecraft Legends, launched earlier this year for PC and consoles, and had crossed 3 million players within a couple of weeks of its release.

]]> Battlefield 2042, Minecraft Dungeons, and Code Vein Will be Free with PS Plus in March https://gamingbolt.com/battlefield-2042-minecraft-dungeons-and-code-vein-will-be-free-with-ps-plus-in-march https://gamingbolt.com/battlefield-2042-minecraft-dungeons-and-code-vein-will-be-free-with-ps-plus-in-march#comments Fri, 24 Feb 2023 03:46:48 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=544717 Sony’s recent State of Play presentation saw several new announcements and showcases, with games like Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, Resident Evil 4, Destiny 2, and Baldur’s Gate 3 taking the stage. Amidst those showings, Sony also managed to sneak in details on what March will have in store for PlayStation Plus subscribers.

The service’s three monthly free games – available to subscribers of any of the three tiers – will be Battlefield 2042, Code Vein, and Minecraft Dungeons, and will be available to claim from March 7 to April 3.

Meanwhile, the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog – available to PS Plus Extra and Premium subscribers – will also be adding several major games, including Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, Ghostwire: Tokyo, Rainbow Six Extraction, and Immortals Fenyx Rising. As recently announced, Awaceb’s tropical open world adventure title Tchia will also be available via the service at when it launches next month.

]]> https://gamingbolt.com/battlefield-2042-minecraft-dungeons-and-code-vein-will-be-free-with-ps-plus-in-march/feed 12 Minecraft Dungeons is Celebrating is Second Anniversary with a Special Event https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-is-celebrating-is-second-anniversary-with-a-special-event https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-is-celebrating-is-second-anniversary-with-a-special-event#respond Tue, 31 May 2022 10:06:58 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=519432 Minecraft Dungeons might not be as much of a dominating presence in the cultural zeitgeist as the phenomena of a game that spawned it, but then again, it was never meant to be that. What it was meant to be was a solid action RPG offshoot that could appeal to a wide audience and keep them coming back for more for a long time to come, and thanks to its solid inherent quality and the consistent post-launch support it has released with expansions, seasonal events, and more, it’s been quite successful in its attempts to do that.

It’s now two years ago that Minecraft Dungeons originally launched, and sure enough, Mojang is looking to commemorate that occasion in style– with a special event that actually kicked off on May 25, and will run until June 15. And what has that celebration brought to the table? Well, there are new seasonal trials for players to take on, which will yield various rewards, including new gear like the Sparkler, Sweet Tooth, or the Sugar Rush, in addition to the new anniversary cape. There’s also a new tower challenge that’ll help you earn the friendship of the baby moobloom pet- and yes, you read that right.

Check out a brief teaser trailer of the game’s 2nd anniversary celebration below.

Minecraft Dungeons is available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

]]> https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-is-celebrating-is-second-anniversary-with-a-special-event/feed 0 Ori and the Blind Forest, Fable Anniversary, and More Xbox First Party Titles Optimized for Steam Deck https://gamingbolt.com/ori-and-the-blind-forest-fable-anniversary-and-more-xbox-first-party-titles-optimized-for-steam-deck https://gamingbolt.com/ori-and-the-blind-forest-fable-anniversary-and-more-xbox-first-party-titles-optimized-for-steam-deck#respond Mon, 04 Apr 2022 21:11:12 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=513619 The Steam Deck has been out for well over a month, and the list of games in Steam’s massive library that are fully optimized for the handheld device has been growing consistently. Microsoft has been playing its part in that well, having confirmed less than a month ago that the likes of Psychonauts 2 and Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice had joined that list.

Now, more Xbox first party games have received the “Steam Deck Verified” tag, which denotes the highest level of compatibility for a game on the device. As announced in an update published on Steam, this new batch includes Fable Anniversary, Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition, Halo Wars: Definitive Edition, Killer Instinct, Kalimba, Halo: Spartan Strike, and Rush: A Disney–Pixar Adventure.

Meanwhile, a handful of new games have also been given the “Playable” tag, which, as you may have guessed, means that though these games are playable on the Steam Deck, they haven’t been fully optimized for the device. The new batch of Playable games includes Gears Tactics, Minecraft Dungeons, Deadlight, and Halo: Spartan Assault.

Microsoft’s been announcing new batches of games at a steady clip until now, so hopefully it won’t be long before more games join the list. Stay tuned for future updates.

]]> https://gamingbolt.com/ori-and-the-blind-forest-fable-anniversary-and-more-xbox-first-party-titles-optimized-for-steam-deck/feed 0 Minecraft Dungeons Crosses 15 Million Players https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-crosses-15-million-players https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-crosses-15-million-players#comments Wed, 09 Feb 2022 11:40:30 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=507823 Minecraft Dungeons may not have set the world on fire since its launch in 2020, but the dungeon crawling action RPG spinoff has done more than well enough for itself in that time, especially if you’re going by the numbers. Recently, for instance, Mojang announced on Twitter that Minecraft Dungeons has now amassed over 15 million players across all platforms to date, surpassing the 10 million it stood at at this time last year.

To commemorate the milestone, Minecraft Dungeons has also kicked off a new inter-themed event, Festival of Frost, which will run from now until February 22. This will bring new “frost-themed floors” in the Tower and seasonal trials from the Chills and Thrills event, while every player that logs into the game during this period will also get the Iceologer Cape for free.

Minecraft Dungeons is available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

]]> https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-crosses-15-million-players/feed 1 Minecraft Dungeons – Seasonal Adventures Coming in December, Tower Challenge Announced https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-seasonal-adventures-coming-in-december-tower-challenge-announced https://gamingbolt.com/minecraft-dungeons-seasonal-adventures-coming-in-december-tower-challenge-announced#respond Mon, 18 Oct 2021 09:05:36 +0000 https://gamingbolt.com/?p=496747 Minecraft Dungeons will continue to receive big updates in the coming months, starting with the release of Seasonal Adventures. Announced during Minecon Live, Mojang revealed a Battle Pass-like system where players could level up through various ranks and earn cosmetic rewards. These include emotes, skins, flairs and pets.

Along with a free track (that provides different currency), players can also spend on a Premium Pass. The first Season is The Cloudy Climb and it arrives in December. On top of this is a free mode called the Tower. This is a 30-level mode with each floor containing different enemies, bosses, NPCs and so on. It changes every two weeks, providing a new range of challenges to face.

Minecraft Dungeons is currently available for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, PC and Nintendo Switch. Along with being available on Xbox Game Pass, it also recently launched on Steam. You can check out our review for the base game here.

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