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Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 executive producer talks about expanding the sequel for four playersExecutive Producer Lyle Hall of Cold Iron Studios discusses Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, highlighting the expansion to four-player squads as the biggest change. The sequel will also feature more teamwork, weapon variety, and new classes, including a customizable Specialist. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is slated for a Summer 2026 release on PC and consoles.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 director says the team 'worked very close' with 20th Century Studios 'to make sure that we were hitting the lore correctly'Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will feature a self-contained story that closely adheres to the established Alien franchise lore, according to game director Chris Cross. Cold Iron Studios collaborated with 20th Century Studios to ensure accuracy, while the game will also include returning characters. The co-operative shooter is set for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Series S, and PC, with a focus on four-player co-op.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 director says making the game four-player is a 'challenge' because there's now 'four times the amount of things that you need to put on screen' — But it 'works better in a PVE game'Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 game director Chris Cross confirmed the sequel will feature four-player co-op, a highly requested feature that the studio found challenging to implement due to the increased number of on-screen elements. Cross explained that four players work well in a PvE setting, allowing for more strategic team compositions and harkening back to classic co-op experiences. The game is planned for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Preview – Bigger Battles, More Xenomorphs, and Four-Player ChaosAliens: Fireteam Elite 2, developed by Cold Iron Studios, will expand on its predecessor with larger battles, more Xenomorph types, and the addition of a fourth player. The game takes place five years after the first installment and features Marines fighting against Xenomorphs, Synths, and robots. Players can customize their Marines with unique classes and abilities, with the preview highlighting the Machinist class's deployable turrets. The game is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.- Solo-Developed 3D Space Roguelite Sovereign's End Launches June 23, 2026; Demo Available Now on SteamNQR Games Inc. announced that the solo-developed 3D space action roguelite Sovereign's End will launch on Steam for PC on June 23, 2026. A demo is available now, featuring core gameplay mechanics like movement-focused combat, the Breakpoint system for ability transformation, and unlockable ship Cores. The game also includes native Twitch chat integration for audience participation.
- Uppföljare till Aliens: Fireteam Elite utannonseradA sequel to the co-op shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite has been announced, titled Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. The game will feature up to four players battling xenomorphs, with new enemy types, five distinct classes, and team-based mechanics encouraging cooperation. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is set to release this summer on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
- MMO Week in Review: The big rebranding of CCP GamesCCP Games, the studio behind EVE Online, has rebranded to Fenris Creations and announced a partnership with Google DeepMind for AI development. This news comes amidst other MMO updates including Guild Wars 2's new zone, Conan Exiles' Enhanced version, and acquisitions like Daybreak buying Cold Iron Studios.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 brings more co-op Xenomorph action later this yearCold Iron Studios is developing Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a sequel to the co-op shooter, set to release in Australian winter 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game will feature four-player squads, new Xenomorph types, playable classes with customizable abilities, cross-platform voice chat, and dedicated Horde maps.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Revealed for PS5, Xbox, and PCDaybreak Game Company, Cold Iron Studios, and 20th Century Games have announced Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a sequel to the cooperative third-person survival shooter. The game will feature four-player co-op, new character classes, deeper squad mechanics, and expanded customization. Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is set to launch this summer for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
The Aliens co-op shooter that ate up way too much of my time is going bigger for its sequelCold Iron Studios has announced Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, the sequel to their co-op shooter, set to launch in summer 2026 for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game will expand to four-player co-op, introduce new classes including a customizable Specialist, and feature a variety of new Xenomorph enemies and dedicated horde maps.
Explosive co-op shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite gets a sequel, and it's coming soonCold Iron Studios has officially confirmed Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a sequel to the co-op shooter, set to release in summer 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The sequel will expand to four-player co-op, introduce new classes and weapons, and feature an updated horde mode and cross-platform play.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Announced For PC and ConsolesDaybreak Game Company and Cold Iron Studios have announced Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a co-op third-person shooter sequel launching this summer for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The game will feature four-player cooperative squad combat, new xenomorph types, a customizable Specialist class, and a Horde Mode.- Betawatch: Farever glides into early access while Loftia lands from closed betaSeveral games are entering or continuing their early access and beta phases. Farever has officially launched into early access, while Loftia is preparing to bolster its early access based on closed beta feedback. Other titles like Trove, Aliens Fireteam Elite 2, Path of Exile 2, and Reaper Actual are also undergoing testing or preparing for updates and releases.
Four Player Co-Op Shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 RevealedCold Iron Studios and Daybreak Game Company have revealed Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a four-player co-op shooter set in the Aliens universe. The game will feature new classes, customizable loadouts, and new environments, aiming to deliver the definitive co-op Aliens experience. It is set to release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Summer Game Fest Live Show 2026 Tickets Now Available on TicketmasterTickets for the Summer Game Fest Live Show 2026, scheduled for June 5 at the Dolby Theatre, are now available on Ticketmaster. The two-hour event will feature new game announcements, surprise guests, and updates from the team behind The Game Awards. The article also briefly mentions upcoming updates for Monster Hunter Now, the release of Genshin Impact Version Luna VII, the reveal of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, collaborations for Subway Surfers and Angry Birds 2, and trailers for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Announced for Xbox, PlayStation and PC with Bigger Co-op BattlesDaybreak Game Company, Cold Iron Studios, and 20th Century Games have announced Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a co-op shooter set to launch in Summer 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The sequel expands on the original with larger four-player squads, deeper class systems, and more challenging enemy encounters, including new threats beyond the xenomorphs.- Daybreak and Cold Iron formally unveil Aliens Fireteam Elite 2, coming in Q3 this yearDaybreak Game Company and Cold Iron Studios have officially unveiled Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, the sequel to their cooperative shooter. The game is slated for a Q3 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, featuring four-player co-op, cross-play, and a new Specialist class. EG7 also revealed that Daybreak is in talks to acquire Cold Iron Studios.
- EG7 Q1 2026: Daybreak is acquiring Cold Iron Studios (again) as Palia and Far Far West soarEnad Global 7 reported a 13.1% drop in Q1 2026 revenues compared to the previous year, though its subsidiary Daybreak Game Company saw a 16.8% increase driven by Palia, EverQuest, and DC Universe Online. Daybreak is once again in talks to acquire Cold Iron Studios, with the intention of bringing the development of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 in-house. The company also noted strong sales for Far Far West, which recently launched into early access.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 revealed to arrive this "Summer"Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is set to launch this summer, developed by Cold Iron Studios and published by Daybreak Game Company. The sequel will feature squads of four players, a greater variety of Xenomorph threats, a customizable Specialist class, and a dedicated horde mode. The game aims to provide a definitive co-op Aliens experience, improving upon its predecessor.- Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 announced for summer 2026Cold Iron Studios has announced Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, with Daybreak Games set to publish the co-op multiplayer title. The game is slated for a summer 2026 release, continuing the fight against the Xenomorphs.