Cheat Death — Release Date, Trailer & What We Know

Play dice poker with the Grim Reaper in a dark strategic roguelite. Releasing Jul 16, 2026.

Jul 16, 2026Roguelikeby GG StudioPrice: N/A
Quick verdict Cheat Death is one of the most anticipated upcoming Roguelike games on Steam, set for Jul 16, 2026. It's on our trending radar ahead of launch — a strong early signal. If you like Roguelike games such as A Simple Square, Slaughter Horse 2, Rain of Awakening, it's worth a wishlist.

About Cheat Death

PLAY DICE POKER FOR YOUR LIFE Face the Grim Reaper in a dark strategic roguelite where every match is a duel for survival. Build poker hands from powerful dice, stack upgrades and boons, and turn bad odds into winning plays. BUILD DEADLY DICE COMBINATIONS Master different dice types, each with unique effects, and assemble powerful poker combinations. Shape your build over the run to create explosive synergies, outscale your opponent, and turn every roll into a tactical decision. CHEAT, RIG, SABOTAGE Use grim items, relics, and dirty tricks to bend the rules in your favor. Reroll at the perfect moment, manipulate results, protect your own hand, or disrupt Death’s plans before the final reveal. SURVIVE HIGH-RISK MINI-GAMES Dice poker is only part of the ordeal. Risk your life in deadly mini-games like Roulette, the Wheel of Fortune, and other twisted trials where smart preparation matters as much as luck. CHOOSE YOUR PATH TO AWAKENING The Astral is full of lost souls, and each one awaits your choice. Save them, punish them, or walk past. Every choice shapes your future and leads to one of six endings. Fragments of your past are scattered across the void between worlds. Remember who you were before death, and piece yourself back together.

Description via Steam.

Key Stats

Genre
Roguelike
Developer
GG Studio
Release
Jul 16, 2026
Price
N/A

Should You Play Cheat Death?

Who it's for: fans of Roguelike games like A Simple Square, Slaughter Horse 2, Rain of Awakening.

PLAY DICE POKER FOR YOUR LIFE Face the Grim Reaper in a dark strategic roguelite where every match is a duel for survival. Build poker hands from powerful dice, stack upgrades and boons, and turn bad odds into winning plays. BUILD DEADLY DICE COMBINATIONS Master different dice types, each with unique effects, and assemble powerful poker combinations. Shape your build over the run to create explosive synergies, outscale your opponent, and turn every roll into a tactical decision. CHEAT, RIG, SABOTAGE Use grim items, relics, and dirty tricks to bend the ru…

Cheat Death is single-player on Steam and runs on Windows. It's on our trending radar ahead of its Jul 16, 2026 release.

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System Requirements & Platforms

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Platforms: Windows

Minimum

OS: Window 10 · Processor: Intel® Core™ i3-6100 / AMD® Radeon HD 7870 · Memory: 6 GB RAM · Graphics: Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 760 / AMD® Radeon™ HD 7870 · DirectX: Version 10 · Storage: 5 GB available space · Sound Card: Direct X- compatible soundcard · Additional Notes: Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers.

Recommended

OS: Window 10 · Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-4670K / AMD® Ryzen™ 5 2400G · Memory: 6 GB RAM · Graphics: Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 1650 (4GB) / AMD® Radeon™ R9 390X (8GB) · DirectX: Version 10 · Storage: 5 GB available space · Sound Card: Direct X- compatible soundcard · Additional Notes: Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers.

Cheat Death — Frequently Asked Questions

When does Cheat Death release?
Cheat Death is set to launch on Jul 16, 2026 (Coming Soon on Steam).
What kind of game is Cheat Death?
Cheat Death is a Roguelike game. Play dice poker with the Grim Reaper in a dark strategic roguelite.
Is Cheat Death multiplayer or co-op?
No — Cheat Death is listed as single-player only on Steam.
Is Cheat Death on Steam Deck or consoles?
Cheat Death runs on Windows via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
How much does Cheat Death cost?
Pricing has not been announced yet (N/A). Wishlist it on Steam to be notified at launch.
What are Cheat Death's system requirements?
The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
Is Cheat Death worth wishlisting?
If you enjoy Roguelike games like A Simple Square, Slaughter Horse 2, Rain of Awakening, yes. It's on our trending radar.
Who made Cheat Death?
Cheat Death is developed by GG Studio and published by Polden Publishing.
What games is Cheat Death similar to?
Cheat Death sits alongside Roguelike games such as A Simple Square, Slaughter Horse 2, Rain of Awakening.
What platforms is Cheat Death on?
Cheat Death is available on Windows.

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