Renato Cavallera CMO at Nuntius Games July 31, 2026 · 3 min read [https://x.com/intent/post?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnews.xbox.com%2Fen-us%2F2026%2F07%2F31%2Fhard-work-pays-off-as-shard-squad-comes-to-xbox%2F&text=Hard%20Work%20Pays%20off%20as%20Shard%20Squad%20Comes%20to%20XBOX] Summary - Now available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC. - Control adorable monsters in a a bullet heaven roguelite. - The Brazilian developer’s own words about his first game and realizing a dream.

Produced by Brazilian studio The Root Studios and published by Nuntius Games, Shard Squad [https://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/store/shard-squad/9p5wl628p8x6]is a bullet heaven roguelite featuring charming pixel art visuals, and it finally arrives on XBOX consoles today with Xbox Play Anywhere support after months of anticipation.

Starring an adorable cast of little monsters known as Shards, the game blends action and strategy against increasingly intense enemy hordes without sacrificing on-screen clarity. Players recruit new creatures throughout each run and build powerful synergies, making every playthrough feel like a new discovery.

A Cast that Will Warm your Heart

What truly makes the game special is the care and personality poured into each of its adorable monsters. According to Shard Squad director Rennan Costa, the team wanted to create a world that felt alive and ensure that its more than 20 playable Shards would be seen as more than just gameplay mechanics. Some were even inspired by the developers’ own pets in an effort to share that same emotional bond with players.

“In many games, character choice ends up being based only on which one is the strongest or which ability best matches your playstyle. That’s important, of course, but we wanted there to be a connection beyond the mechanics,” Rennan says.

“That’s why we created a universe where the Shards have relationships with one another. They can be friends, family members, rivals, or simply share important moments in the story. That context gives each character a stronger identity and makes them feel like they truly belong in a living world. In the end, that creates a deeper connection with the player: they don’t choose a character only because they’re powerful, but because they like them, their personality, their design, and the story they carry.”

An adventure Full of Possibilities — Now Even Moreso on XBOX

Shard Squad is packed with content designed to provide many hours of gameplay and memorable moments. With the game’s arrival on XBOX, every monster comes equipped with the Prime Evolution system, allowing them to evolve during a run and unlock an exclusive appearance along with even more powerful techniques to overcome challenges.

You can also choose from more than 90 relics with unique effects that help shape your own playstyle. Experimentation is the key.

As you survive the hordes and evolve your Shards, special events may occur that gran...