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Exterminauts Season Pass Won’t Make You Pay If You’re Willing To Play
Behaviour Interactive's upcoming third-person shooter Exterminauts will feature optional Battle Passes that can be earned through gameplay or purchased. Creative director Vincent Regimbald stated that these Battle Passes, lasting about six weeks, will offer new cosmetics and weapons. The game, launching in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, also includes weapon mods and passive abilities called emblems that allow for deep character customization.
Move Over Helldivers, I Have A New Favorite Three-Player PvE Extraction Shooter
Exterminauts, a new three-player PvE extraction shooter from Behaviour Interactive, offers a brighter and more chaotic alternative to games like Helldivers. The game features friendly fire, unique traversal mechanics, and weapon overcharging, all contributing to a fun and engaging co-op experience. While not revolutionary, its lighthearted combat and potential for varied contracts make it a promising title set for release in 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Exterminauts is a 3-Player Co-Op Shooter Developed by Behaviour Interactive
Behaviour Interactive has revealed Exterminauts, a new third-person co-op shooter for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game tasks up to three players with defending bases against alien threats on planet Tian, featuring mechanics similar to Helldivers 2. The title is published by Level Infinite and does not yet have a release date.
Exterminauts is Very Helldivers 2-Esque in Extensive New Gameplay
Exterminauts, a new co-op PvE extraction shooter from Behaviour Interactive, is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features players completing objectives on an alien planet, similar to Helldivers 2, with upgradable weapons and "Overclock" skills. Gameplay footage highlights the core loop of dropping in, completing missions, and extracting, while facing various alien threats.
The highlights of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased a variety of new titles and updates, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's free remaster and upcoming expansion stealing the spotlight. The event also featured reveals for Nodusfall, Final Fantasy 7: Revelation, Metro 2039, and numerous other games from both established and emerging studios, highlighting a strong international presence. Host Geoff Keighley acknowledged the industry's current challenges, including layoffs and hardware price increases, while celebrating developers' continued innovation.
Dead by Daylight's new chat wheel for Survivors is already better thanks to feedback
Behaviour Interactive is introducing a new 'Player Intent' chat wheel for Survivors in Dead by Daylight, allowing for quick communication of actions and intentions. The system will feature customizable preset messages with a cooldown to prevent spam. Players will have the option to disable the feature entirely or mute individual users who misuse it.
New PlayStation 5 Game in PS2 Era Action Series Gets Release Date
Serious Sam: Shatterverse, a new multiplayer action game from Behaviour Interactive and Devolver Digital, will launch on August 31, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game features co-op, first-person shooter, and roguelite gameplay as players battle across shifting universes.
Serious Sam: Shatterverse släpps den 31 augusti
Serious Sam: Shatterverse, a cooperative spin-off developed by Behaviour Interactive, is set to release on August 31. The game allows up to five players to team up as different versions of Sam from various realities to fight against Uber Mental and his lieutenants, utilizing both classic and new weapons, enemies, and modifiers.
Dead by Daylight is getting a Survivor chat wheel soon, as Behaviour reveals plans to debloat a decade of systems
Behaviour Interactive has revealed upcoming updates for Dead by Daylight, including a Survivor chat wheel planned for fall, and efforts to streamline add-ons and progression systems. The developers also discussed plans for Killer bots in custom games, improvements to the offering system, and reflected on past event failures. Future updates aim to reduce inventory bloat and enhance the overall player experience.
Dead by Daylight: Chorus of Sin enters PTB with new angelic Killer & spiritual Survivor
Dead by Daylight's new original Chapter, Chorus of Sin, has entered the Public Test Build, featuring a new Killer named The Judgement and a Survivor named Aurora Stardotter. This chapter, developed with community input, introduces perks focused on buffing and debuffing generator repairs, haste, and healing. The PTB allows players to test these new additions before the official release on August 25.
Dead by Daylight's first-ever community-created chapter has finally hit the PTB
Dead by Daylight's new community-created chapter, Chorus of Sin, is now available on the Public Test Build. The chapter introduces a new Killer, The Judgement, an angelic figure with corrupted features, and a new Survivor, Aurora Stardotter, a spiritual scientist. The chapter officially launches in-game on Tuesday, August 25.
Dead by Daylight's Chorus of Sin Chapter to get first-ever early access period, if you're dedicated enough
Dead by Daylight's upcoming Chorus of Sin Chapter will feature an early access period exclusively on Steam for select players. To be eligible, players must watch connected Twitch streams of Dead by Daylight content creators for at least one hour. The early access build will be available on specific dates in July before the full launch on August 25.
Dead By Daylight Is Giving Out Free Codes For Its Next Chapter
Dead by Daylight is offering players a chance to access its upcoming "Chorus of Sin" chapter early through a community-driven event. By watching designated Twitch streams for at least an hour, participants can enter a drawing for Steam codes to play the new chapter before its official August 25 release and the August 5 private test build.
When is DBD Chaos Shuffle back?
The limited-time mode Chaos Shuffle is returning to Dead by Daylight from Tuesday, July 28, 2026, to Tuesday, August 4, 2026. This mode randomly assigns perks to players and is part of the game's Summer of Screams event, which also features the 2v8 and Lights Out modifiers.
"If I work on that, my kids will think I'm Gandalf" – Blackbird Interactive on the highs and lows of external development
Blackbird Interactive discusses the challenges and rewards of external development, balancing work-for-hire projects with original titles. President Rory McGuire and Director Alex Delamaire highlight the importance of team excitement, client management, and leveraging diverse skill sets to succeed in the external development space.
ICE NINE KILLS Enter The Fog With “PLAY DEAD”
Ice Nine Kills has released a new single and music video titled “Play Dead” in collaboration with the horror game Dead by Daylight, celebrating its 10th anniversary. The track features appearances from Tony Hawk, Devon Sawa, and Krsy Fox, and includes an in-game cosmetic collection for players. This collaboration further solidifies Ice Nine Kills' connection to the horror genre across music and gaming.
Unkillable: inside Dead by Daylight's incredible decade of scares
Dead by Daylight celebrates its tenth anniversary, reflecting on its journey from a niche indie horror game to a major live-service title. Creative Director Dave Richard and Executive Producer José Ramos discuss the game's growth, its unique community, and future updates including a visual overhaul and new content like Art the Clown from Terrifier. Despite past challenges with bugs and system stability, Behaviour Interactive remains committed to improving the player experience and expanding the Dead by Daylight universe.
Dead by Daylight's Entity lives off emotions, and I can't stop feeding it
The Entity in Dead by Daylight is sustained not by death, but by the intense emotions experienced by both killers and survivors during trials. Developer Behaviour Interactive revealed that the thrill of the hunt, the highs of escape, and even the despair of defeat all feed this ultimate evil. The article argues that player emotions, mirroring those of the in-game characters, also contribute to keeping the game's core loop alive.
United Videogame Workers union announces fund for laid-off employees
The United Videogame Workers union has launched the Game Worker Hardship Fund to assist video game industry employees in the US and Canada impacted by layoffs since 2024. The fund offers financial aid up to $5,000 USD and is supported by union fees. This initiative comes amid recent job cuts at companies like Xbox, Electronic Arts, Bungie, and Behaviour Interactive, highlighting a precarious period for the industry.
ICE NINE KILLS Enter The Fog With “PLAY DEAD”
Horror-themed metal band Ice Nine Kills has released a new single and music video titled "Play Dead" in collaboration with the video game Dead by Daylight. The track, created for the game's 10th anniversary, features appearances from Tony Hawk, Devon Sawa, and Krsy Fox, and includes an in-game cosmetic collection for players. This collaboration further solidifies Ice Nine Kills' connection to the horror genre across music and gaming.