Vampire Crawlers: Turn-Based Spinoff Coming to All Platforms in 2026

Strategic card combat is coming to the Vampire Survivors universe as poncle prepares to launch its first spinoff title in early 2026. The roguelike deck-building dungeon crawler transforms the series' signature snowballing action into turn-based battles where familiar characters and weapons become powerful cards in players' hands.

Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors will arrive simultaneously across all major platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, iOS, and Android. Day-one availability on Xbox Game Pass Premium and Ultimate tiers ensures widespread access when the game launches.

The spinoff introduces poncle's innovative Turboturn™ combat system, challenging players to build devastating card combos while exploring procedurally generated dungeons at their own pace. Unlike the relentless action of its predecessor, this entry rewards strategic planning and careful deck construction.

From Bullets to Cards

The franchise's beloved "snowballing thrill" takes new form within a turn-based framework. Players navigate dungeon environments with functional walls and treasures, assembling decks filled with cards representing series staples like Pascarelina and garlic. Each familiar element from Vampire Survivors gains unique card-based effects and synergies.

This reimagining maintains the series' lighthearted tone while introducing strategic depth through deck construction and tactical card play. Roguelike unpredictability combines with methodical planning as each run generates fresh dungeon layouts and card combinations to discover.

Turboturn Combat System

The proprietary Turboturn™ system rewards players for sequencing cards strategically during combat. Playing cards in ascending mana order creates combo chains where each card multiplies the effect of the next. Skilled players can extend chains to 10 or more cards using "Wild" cards, unleashing devastating combinations that echo the overwhelming power fantasy of the original game.

Flexible pacing accommodates multiple playstyles. Tactical players can analyze each turn carefully, while speed-focused players can execute rapid-fire card sequences. This design choice ensures the game appeals to both deliberate strategists and players seeking quick, intense sessions.

Deck Building and Progression

Between combat encounters, players strengthen their decks by leveling up individual cards and discovering new additions. The roguelike structure means each run offers fresh opportunities to experiment with different deck compositions and synergies, mirroring the build variety that made Vampire Survivors compelling.

Exploration plays a crucial role in progression. Finding shovels allows access to deeper dungeon floors, where greater challenges and rewards await. The combination of card leveling, deck customization, and environmental navigation creates multiple paths to victory across repeated runs.

Global Multi-Platform Launch

The simultaneous worldwide release in early to mid 2026 spans Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, iOS, and Android. This comprehensive platform coverage ensures players can enjoy the game regardless of their preferred gaming device.

Xbox Game Pass Premium and Ultimate subscribers gain day-one access as part of their subscription. The game supports 10 languages including English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, and Chinese variants. Post-launch content updates are already planned, extending the game's lifespan beyond its initial release.

For more information, visit the official Steam page.

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