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Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Launches on August 25th for $50
Cold Iron Studios announced that Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will launch on August 25th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game will be available in a Standard Edition for $49.99 and a 40th Anniversary Premium Edition for $69.99, which includes cosmetic items themed after Ripley and Herk Mondo.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Showcases The Marauder’s Devastating Skill-Set In New Trailer
Cold Iron Studios has released a new trailer for Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 showcasing the Marauder class, described as a "force multiplier" effective in both ranged and melee combat. The game is slated for a Summer 2026 release window on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
The Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 team is hosting an art and sound panel at SDCC 2026
Cold Iron Studios, the developer of Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, will host a panel at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25th. The panel will feature discussions on the game's art and sound design with composer Austin Wintory, art director Nicholas Stohlman, senior environment artist Michelle Vargas, and audio director Derrick Reyes. Attendees can also expect new reveals about the game ahead of its fall release.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 executive producer talks about expanding the sequel for four players
Executive 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 Chaos
Aliens: 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 Steam
NQR 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.
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A 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 Games
CCP 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 year
Cold 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 PC
Daybreak 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 sequel
Cold 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 soon
Cold 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 Consoles
Daybreak 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 beta
Several 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 Revealed
Cold 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 Ticketmaster
Tickets 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 Battles
Daybreak 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 year
Daybreak 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.