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Focus Entertainment business and news from across the web.- Space Marine 2 Steam Deck Review (in Progress) – GOTY Contender, but Play It Elsewhere for Now – TouchArcadeThis in-progress review of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 highlights its strengths as a brutal, gorgeous, and fun action shooter, particularly on PlayStation 5. While the game is technically playable on Steam Deck, performance issues prevent it from running smoothly, though official support is planned for later in the year. The article praises the gameplay, visuals, and DualSense features on PS5, while noting ongoing testing for online multiplayer and cross-progression.
- Yerba Buena in MayFocus Entertainment and developer Mad About Pandas have announced Yerba Buena, a puzzle-platformer set to release on May 26th for PC and consoles. The game will be available on Steam for Windows.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando Launches Today with Explosive Co-op Zombie Action | Invision GameJohn Carpenter's Toxic Commando, a co-op zombie shooter inspired by 1980s action horror, has been released by Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game features chaotic battles against massive zombie hordes and grotesque monsters, powered by Saber's Swarm Engine. It supports four-player co-op with full crossplay and includes a story about elite mercenaries fighting an apocalypse triggered by a failed energy experiment.
BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations revealed, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads in nine categoriesThe nominations for the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards have been revealed, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading with 12 nominations, including Best Game. Other notable nominees for Best Game include Dispatch and Ghost of Yōtei. The awards ceremony will take place on April 17, 2026, in London.
If You Loved Space Marine 2, Toxic Commando Might Be Your Next Co-op FixToxic Commando is presented as a potential successor to Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 for players seeking a chaotic co-op experience. While Space Marine 2 emphasizes disciplined, weighty combat, Toxic Commando aims for personality-driven chaos with a B-movie aesthetic. Both games share core co-op shooter pillars like readable combat, emergent storytelling, and engaging mission flow, suggesting Toxic Commando could appeal to squads who enjoyed the camaraderie and intense moments of Space Marine 2.- John Carpenter's Toxic Commando ReleasedJohn Carpenter's Toxic Commando, a first-person shooter developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment, is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game is a collaboration with director John Carpenter.
Everything announced at FGS Live From GDC 2026FGS Live From GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 showcased numerous game announcements, including world premieres and new trailers. Titles like Slash Zero, Yerba Buena, Project Songbird, and Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core were revealed, with many slated for PC and console releases in 2026. The event also featured developer interviews and updates on existing titles.- Focus Entertainment unveil a new surreal puzzle-platforming adventure with Yerba Buena, releasing May 26Focus Entertainment and Mad About Pandas have unveiled Yerba Buena, a surreal puzzle-platformer set in 1970s San Francisco, releasing May 26, 2026, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Players control Barb, who uses a unique 'Oscillator' tool to copy and paste environmental traits to solve puzzles and combat a sinister plot threatening the city.
- First-person puzzle platformer Yerba Buena announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PCFocus Entertainment and Mad About Pandas have announced Yerba Buena, a first-person puzzle platformer. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
Review – John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando (PS5)John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a cinematic first-person shooter developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment Publishing. While the game features impressive visuals, sound design, and voice acting, inspired by John Carpenter's film work, its gameplay can be overwhelming with constant swarms of enemies and a generic plot. The co-op focused shooter offers a variety of weapons and abilities, but may struggle to retain players seeking a deeper narrative.
New PS5 Co-Op Action Game Gets Solid ReviewsJohn Carpenter's Toxic Commando, a co-op first-person shooter developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment, has launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game, which features mercenaries fighting zombies released by the Sludge God, is receiving solid reviews with an average score of 74 on OpenCritic, with many critics praising its chaotic fun and co-op mechanics despite some repetitive elements.- John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando is out today - Prepare for relentless Zombie Carnage!John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This 4-player co-op shooter, built on Saber Interactive's Swarm Engine, features waves of zombies and bosses inspired by grindhouse horror. Players can team up with crossplay support, drive vehicles to crush enemies, and utilize a variety of weapons and abilities.
Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweepThe nominations for the Bafta Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, matching its record at The Game Awards. Dispatch and Arc Raiders also received multiple nominations, including for Best Game. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17.
Blast Zombies With Friends In John Carpenter’s Toxic CommandoJohn Carpenter's Toxic Commando, a co-op first-person shooter developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment, has officially launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game throws players into a monster-infested future inspired by 80s action-horror cinema, featuring teamwork, extensive firepower, and dark humor.
New PS5 Zombie Shooter Out Today on PS StoreJohn Carpenter's Toxic Commando, a cooperative zombie shooter developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment, is now available for PlayStation 5. The game features up to four-player co-op and utilizes Saber's Swarm Engine. It is offered in Standard and Blood Editions, with the latter including a season pass and cosmetic pack.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando review - from the director of The ThingJohn Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a competent co-op shooter that, despite its association with the acclaimed director, feels like an Xbox 360 era throwback. While the music and gunplay are solid, and the siege and vehicle sections are fun, the game suffers from unoriginal ideas, underdeveloped abilities, and a weak script. It offers a reasonably priced diversion for friends looking for a new co-op experience, but its connection to John Carpenter is limited primarily to the soundtrack.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando Review - New Song, Old BeatJohn Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a competent but unremarkable co-operative shooter that offers a brief campaign and familiar gameplay mechanics. While it features solid gunplay, 80s synth vibes, and interesting zombie designs, its first-person perspective hinders its swarm technology, and the mission design and narrative are repetitive and threadbare. The game is best enjoyed with friends, as single-player with AI companions is a compromised experience.
Fighting off massive zombie hordes in Toxic Commando gives me the Left 4 Dead rush, though it struggles to sustain the thrillToxic Commando offers satisfying zombie-slaying action and fun vehicle combat, reminiscent of Left 4 Dead and World War Z. However, its limited use of unique class powers and a relatively short nine-mission campaign raise concerns about long-term replayability and grind appeal, despite competent AI bots on lower difficulties.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for March 9 to 13This weekly feature highlights new game releases for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between March 9 and 13. The lineup includes titles across various genres such as horror, RPG, sports, puzzle, and platformer, with several optimized for Xbox Series X|S and available on Xbox Game Pass.- Atomic Heart: Blood on Crystal Next MonthFocus Entertainment and Mundfish Studio have announced that Blood on Crystal, the new DLC for Atomic Heart, will be released next month. This DLC is set to provide the conclusion to the sci-fi action/RPG's narrative.