Grim Trials Brings Heavy Metal Reaper Action to PC and Consoles This August

Developer Glory Jam and publisher Soft Source Publishing have announced that heavy metal action roguelite Grim Trials will launch on August 20, 2026. The fast-paced hack and slash title will be available across multiple platforms, including PC via Grim Trials on Steam, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. Players step into the shoes of Avelin, a newly deceased soul appointed as Death’s Reaper, who must carve her way through brutal underworld arenas to uncover the lost memories of her past life.

Key Information

• Title: Grim Trials
• Genre: Action, RPG, Action Roguelite, Hack and Slash
• Developer: Glory Jam
• Publisher: Soft Source Publishing
• Release Date: August 20, 2026
• Platforms: PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2
• Community & Socials: Official Discord, Instagram, Bluesky, YouTube

What Is Grim Trials?

Grim Trials is an isometric action roguelite that combines fast-paced dual-weapon combat with deep equipment customization and narrative progression. Set in an atmospheric afterlife, the game puts players in control of Avelin, a young woman recruited after her premature death to serve as one of Death’s active Reapers.

Tasked with cleansing sinful souls and confronting monstrous entities, Avelin must fight through procedural hexagonal grid arenas filled with lethal traps, hordes of unholy beasts, and seven sacrilegious bosses. Beyond combat, the core loop centers around The Academy, an afterlife hub where Reapers train, forge equipment, and interact with mentors to unravel lore surrounding Avelin’s past and her motivation to reunite with the love she left behind.

What Are the Key Gameplay Features in Grim Trials?

The core mechanics of Grim Trials combine hack and slash precision with long-term roguelite progression. Players can expect a varied set of features designed to reward tactical positioning and creative character builds:

• Dual-Wield Weapon System: Master a combination of melee scythes and range-customizable crossbows to strike enemies, manipulate distance, and maximize combat damage.
• Divine Blessings: Harness temporary power boosts granted mid-run by Gods of Death from across the globe to shape your tactical approach during every expedition.
• Academy Exploration and Mentorship: Spend time between runs in The Academy to accept quests, build relationships with senior mentors, unlock esoteric lore, and gather crafting recipes.
• Crafting and Gear Customization: Collect raw materials on the battlefield to forge customized weapons, sturdy armor sets, and essential battle consumables alongside specialized mentors.
• Persistent Skill Trees: Retain hard-earned experience and crafting resources after every death, allowing you to invest in a massive skill tree to power up Avelin for future attempts.

When Is Grim Trials Launching and Which Platforms Support It?

Grim Trials releases globally on August 20, 2026. Indie developer Glory Jam and publisher Soft Source Publishing are launching the game simultaneously across current-generation consoles, PC, and hand-held ecosystems.

PC gamers can purchase the title on Steam, where a playable demo is already accessible for users seeking an early hands-on preview of the combat mechanics. Console gamers will find the release across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.