Some indie games take years to break out of PC gaming circles before reaching a wider audience. This is precisely the case with Buckshot Roulette, a first-person horror game that built its reputation on Steam before considering an arrival on consoles. Long reserved for PC players, the title will finally reach this highly anticipated milestone.
Developed by Mike Klubnika, Buckshot Roulette was initially released on PC in April 2024. Inspired by the chilling principle of Russian roulette, the game mixes reflection, strategy and chance in a deliberately tense experience. It quickly established itself as one of the most notable independent horror games of its generation, reaching an impressive threshold of more than eight million players.
Buckshot Roulette, a massive success born on PC
Before achieving this success, Buckshot Roulette first debuted on itch.io, a platform often used by independent creators to test their concepts. Its arrival on Steam marked a decisive turning point. The game quickly benefited from extremely positive evaluations, driven by its oppressive atmosphere and its minimalist but effective gameplay.
Buckshot Roulette originally offered a short, intense single-player experience focused on puzzles and high-risk decisions. This narrow approach has attracted a wide audience, in particular thanks to its very accessible price, set at only a few dollars. This positioning allowed the game to reach a much wider audience than most independent productions of the genre.
The arrival of multiplayer has changed the dimension of the game
In October, the developer enriched Buckshot Roulette with a multiplayer mode. This novelty has profoundly transformed the experience. Now, players could compete with friends in games where each decision could seal the fate of a participant.
This multiplayer mode greatly contributed to extending the lifespan of the game. Where the single-player experience relied on very concentrated tension, multiplayer added a social and unpredictable dimension. This development strengthened the popularity of the title and confirmed its potential beyond a simple experimental game.
A console release confirmed for 2026 after a delay
Faced with this enthusiasm, the question of a release on consoles quickly arose. Bringing an independent game to platforms like the Nintendo Switch or PlayStation represents a significant investment, often difficult for a small studio to assume. Initial plans called for a console release as early as 2025, but technical difficulties led to an indefinite postponement.
A recent update published on Steam, however, confirmed that the console port of Buckshot Roulette was back on track. The game is now expected on consoles in 2026, without a specific date or official list of platforms at the moment. The developers said more information is expected to come in the new year.
A game still very accessible on Steam before its arrival on consoles
While waiting for this console release, Buckshot Roulette remains easily accessible on PC. The game is regularly offered on sale on Steam, where its already very low price is further reduced during certain periods. This accessibility continues to fuel its popularity among horror game fans.
Alongside the console port, the developers also mentioned the arrival of new derivative products and a physical edition of the soundtrack. Other announcements could follow after the holidays, suggesting that Buckshot Roulette has not yet revealed all its secrets, even after having won over millions of players.