Devolver Delays Dark Scrolls to June 22 After Mina the Hollower Launch

Devolver Digital has delayed Dark Scrolls to June 22, citing the launch of Mina the Hollower as the reason. This marks a rare moment where a publisher intentionally clears a path for a competitor’s release. The studio’s message to fans was straightforward: “Go play Mina, and I will see you on June 22nd.”

On the surface, Dark Scrolls invites comparisons to Slay the Spire and Hollow Knight. However, Devolver has made it clear that the game isn’t a Soulslike. This distinction seems necessary since many dark-themed action titles often get labeled as such. The delay may help Dark Scrolls find a less crowded launch window, at least in theory.

This decision comes as Slay the Spire 2 is navigating its own rocky early access phase. Mega Crit’s deck-builder launched on March 6 and currently boasts 117,304 concurrent players, along with a 93% positive rating from 57,742 reviews — impressive numbers by any standard. The game survived a review bomb in mid-May while maintaining strong sales. A patch released on May 22 improved the Aeonglass boss and adjusted several cards and enemies.

The indie action-roguelike scene is quite crowded right now. Mina the Hollower, released by Yacht Club Games, has generated significant pre-launch excitement. This buzz was likely strong enough to persuade Devolver that launching Dark Scrolls at the same time would be a mistake. Such scheduling decisions aren’t common but do happen. Publishers usually try to avoid direct competition with major releases that have established fan bases.

For players, the June 22 release date offers a clear target after a previously vague timeframe. It’ll be interesting to see if Dark Scrolls can find its niche alongside the still-popular Slay the Spire 2 and the buzz around Mina the Hollower.

By The Numbers

Slay the Spire 2 Steam Reviews	93% positive
Total Reviews (STS2)	57,742
Current Concurrent Players (STS2)	117,304
Slay the Spire 2 Price	$24.99 (Steam Early Access)
Dark Scrolls New Release Date	June 22, 2026

Community feelings about Slay the Spire 2 are mixed in some areas, even with its high overall score. One Steam reviewer commented: “Its totally RNG based game” — a critique that reflects a segment of players looking for more predictable systems in the sequel. Mega Crit’s updates, including the May 22 patch, indicate the studio is listening to feedback, but the debate over RNG is likely to persist.

What To Watch

• Whether Dark Scrolls keeps its June 22 release date or faces another delay — Devolver has shown a willingness to shift dates, and the time after Mina’s launch could still be competitive depending on other releases in June.
• Slay the Spire 2’s player retention as summer approaches; 117,304 concurrent players is a solid starting point for early access, but the fallout from the review bomb and ongoing RNG criticisms may push Mega Crit toward more significant changes before the full launch.
• How the actual reception of Mina the Hollower influences the indie action landscape — if it doesn’t perform well, Devolver’s decision to delay might seem overly cautious; if it excels, then it was the right call.