At last, the weekend is finally here and that means only one thing. It’s time to crack open the Steam library and enjoy some long weekend gaming marathons. This weekend it’s all about roguelites and we’ve got our top single-player, multiplayer, and brand-new games for you below.
Weekend Gaming Inspiration
If roguelites aren’t your thing we’ve got plenty of other game recs to help inspire your weekend gaming.
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Cult of the Lamb
Cult of the Lamb is an action-packed roguelite that puts you in control of a possessed lamb. Saved from utter annihilation by an ominous stranger, you must repay your debt by building a loyal following in his name. In a world full of false prophets, start your cult by venturing out into mysterious regions to build a community of woodland followers.
Collect resources to build new structures, give sermons to reinforce the faith of your flock, and perform rituals to appease the gods. All of which will spread the word and transform your following into the one true cult. Along the way, you’ll need to explore the vast sprawling randomly generated world and fight off hordes of deadly enemies or rival cult leaders to assert your dominance as the mighty lamb god.
Official PC System Specification
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 or later | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 3240 or AMD FX 4300 | Intel Core i5 3470 or equivalent |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 Ti or AMD Radeon HD 7750 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon R9 380 |
| Storage | 4GB available space | 4GB available space |
| Additional | The Steam Client now requires Windows 10 or later | The Steam Client now requires Windows 10 or later |
For the King II
For the King II is the exciting sequel to the classic roguelite and RPG. Team up with either friends or embark solo on an adventure across Fahrul to take down a tyrannical Queen Rosomon once and for all. Create the ultimate party from twelve different character classes, each boasting their own unique set of perks, playstyles, and strengths that prove advantageous in battle.
Combat takes place in the form of classic turn-based tabletop gameplay. The Battle Grid offers a brand-new challenge as your position and movement will provide both you and your enemies with powerful buffs or penalties. You’ll need to plan your moves strategically as your fate rests on the roll of a dice.
Official PC System Specification
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 4670K or AMD FX 8350 | Intel Core i7 6700K or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon RX 550 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Super or AMD Radeon RX 5700XT |
| Storage | 7GB available space | 7GB available space |
| Additional | – | SSD recommended |
We took a closer look at For the King II in our indie showcase where we reviewed all the gameplay. Check out the blog post for our thoughts.
The Rogue Prince of Persia
The Rogue Prince of Persia transforms the classic gameplay from the Prince of Persia series into a roguelite. Lead the Prince in his fight against the terrifying Hun army as you master acrobatic moves that blend both platforming and combat. Travel across vibrant Persia and meet a colourful cast of characters as you work to defend your home from corrupt Hun warriors.
Utilise powerful acrobatic moves to outsmart your enemies as you wall-run, avoid traps, and explore pesky hard-to-reach areas. To further aid you in battle, choose from a variety of weaponry and medallions to inflict devasting effects on your opponents.
Please note The Rogue Prince of Persia will be released on May 27th 2024 in early access. Gameplay may change and develop over time during the early access period.
| Minimum | |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 4460 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 |
| Memory | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950 or AMD RX 5500 XT |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 5GB available space |
Looking to Play These Great Roguelites?
Is your PC not up to the task of running these roguelites? At Overclockers UK you can find your next great PC or laptop upgrade featuring all the latest and greatest gaming hardware.
We’ve got our top picks below that we think are perfect for dominating the enemy in these roguelites. However, if our recs don’t suit your aesthetic or gameplay demands, you can shop the full range instead.
Refract Gaming Jade Pre Built PC
- Pre built gaming PC
- Includes AMD Ryzen 7 7700 CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti
- 32GB DDR5 RAM
- 1TB M.2 SSD
ASUS ROG Strix G18 Gaming Laptop
- 18.0 WQXGA display
- 240Hz
- Intel i9 14900HX and NVIDIA RTX 4070
- 32GB DDR5 RAM
- Windows 11 Home
What Game Will You Be Playing this Weekend?
What will you be playing this weekend? Let us know in the comments! Me? I’ll be carrying on with my Stardew Valley 1.6 perfection grind.
*Prices correct at time of writing and PC specs are subject to change.
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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