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Big Walk Is an Upcoming Co-Op Multiplayer Adventure with Weird Communication MechanicsBig Walk, an upcoming co-op multiplayer adventure from developer House House and publisher Panic, is set to release on August 4th, 2026, for macOS, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Nintendo Switch. The game features unique communication mechanics where players must use methods like miming, singing, or gestures to overcome obstacles, alongside proximity voice chat that adapts to the environment.
Big Walk was born during a COVID lockdown out of a distaste for birthday party Zoom callsHouse House's multiplayer puzzle game Big Walk is set to release on August 4th. The game was conceived during COVID-19 lockdowns, with developers aiming to create a space for friends to connect, inspired by the limitations of virtual birthday parties. Proximity voice chat was an early focus to facilitate this social experience.
Big Walk's creators reflect on their six-year journeyHouse House developers Nico Disseldorp and Stuart Gillespie-Cook reflect on the six-year development of their upcoming co-op exploration game, Big Walk. Inspired by COVID lockdowns, the game emphasizes social interaction through proximity chat and will launch on August 4, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PC, and Mac. The team discusses their decision against using Early Access to maintain their creative process and how the game's unique mechanics, like muffled voice chat for puzzles, are difficult to describe but core to its appeal.
Big Walk adds Switch 2 version, launches August 4The cooperative multiplayer adventure game Big Walk will launch on August 4 for PC, PlayStation 5, and the newly announced Switch 2. The PlayStation 5 version will be available day one as a PlayStation Plus Monthly Game. The game features proximity voice chat, flexible player counts up to 12, and cross-play.
The rise, fall, and resurgence of Australian game developmentThe Australian game development industry has experienced a significant resurgence, transitioning from major studio closures after the 2008 financial crisis to a thriving indie scene supported by government tax incentives and funding. Despite challenges like a smaller talent pool, government initiatives like the Digital Games Tax Offset have made Australia an attractive investment destination, fostering growth for both indie and larger studios.
I was the untitled goose in Big Walk, the balmy new open world co-op puzzler from House HouseBig Walk is a new open-world co-op puzzler from House House where players control bird-like characters in a park setting, completing puzzles and interacting with each other. The game emphasizes gentle gameplay and social interaction, drawing comparisons to House House's previous hit, Untitled Goose Game, but with a focus on collaboration rather than mischief.
Big Walk hands-on report: cooperative chaos exploring a puzzle-filled open world | PS BlogBig Walk is a cooperative online game from House House, the creators of Untitled Goose Game, where players explore a puzzle-filled open world with friends. The game emphasizes communication and teamwork using various tools, with opportunities for casual social interaction. It is scheduled for release in 2025 and is being published by Panic.
Big Walk hands-on report: cooperative chaos exploring a puzzle-filled open worldBig Walk is a cooperative adventure game from House House where players explore a puzzle-filled open world together. The game emphasizes communication and shared experiences through independent arm movement, proximity chat, and collaborative puzzle-solving. It will launch on PlayStation 5 as a PlayStation Plus Monthly Game later this year, supporting two to twelve players.
You can play Big Walk before launch, but only if you take a big walk to the publisher's office to play it in personA demo for House House's open-world co-op puzzle game, Big Walk, will be available from March 16 to April 19, but can only be played in person at the publisher Panic's office in Portland. This in-person event is likely the only chance to play the game before launch, as the developers are prioritizing finishing the game over creating an online demo or participating in Steam Next Fest.
An hour of puzzle-solving in the quirky world of Big Walk is the most fun I've had in co-op in agesBig Walk is a cooperative online walker-talker game from House House where players solve puzzles together in a gentle open world. The game emphasizes teamwork, communication, and exploration, with puzzles scaling based on the number of players, supporting up to 12. It also features customization options and areas for players to simply relax and socialize.
15 Funniest Games to Play in 2026: From Scripted Wit to Physics ChaosThis article explores the funniest games available in 2026, categorizing them by their comedic approach, from scripted wit to physics-based chaos. It highlights titles like Aperture Desk Job for its Valve-style humor, Helldivers 2 for emergent multiplayer comedy, and West of Loathing for its exceptionally funny writing. The piece also touches on the importance of mindful gaming habits to prevent burnout.