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"We're always on the hunt for new content" – Secret Mode on the surprise acquisition of Chained Together
Secret Mode has acquired the viral co-op platformer Chained Together from Anegar Games, with backing from Emona Capital. CEO Ed Blincoe stated that acquisitions are a core pillar of their strategy, alongside signing new titles. The publisher plans to bring in a new development team to expand content for Chained Together and is also continuing its support for the previously acquired game, Escape the Backrooms.
Chained Together links up with Secret Mode for future development
Publisher Secret Mode has partnered with Anegar Games for the continued development and support of the viral co-op platformer Chained Together. The game, which has sold over 10 million copies on PC, challenges up to four players to ascend through treacherous environments. Secret Mode, an independent publisher that has previously supported titles like Escape the Backrooms, will bring new development partners to the project.
Escape the Backrooms available now on Xbox Series X|S and PS5
The co-op horror game Escape the Backrooms is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, featuring cross-platform play with PC. Priced at $12.99, the game offers over 30 levels of exploration and survival against terrifying entities. It is also available on various Xbox Game Pass tiers.
Steam Week in Review: 4 Backrooms games released on Steam last week, joining a list of over 500 cash-ins, parodies and…
The release of a Backrooms movie has coincided with a modest influx of four new Backrooms-themed games on Steam, adding to a library of over 500 titles. While many are low-effort cash grabs, some like Escape the Backrooms, Inside the Backrooms, The Complex: Expedition, and Within the Backrooms offer more engaging experiences. Steam's top sellers list includes titles like Forza Horizon 6 and Counter-Strike 2, with Paralives showing strong interest in the life simulation genre.
Escape the Backrooms console ports now available
Publisher Secret Mode and developers Fancy Games and Blackbird Interactive have released console versions of Escape the Backrooms for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. The horror game, previously available on PC, features over 30 unique levels, co-op multiplayer for up to 4 players, and proximity voice chat.
Escape The Backrooms – One Of PC’s Biggest Horror Hits Joins Game Pass
Escape The Backrooms, a popular PC horror game, has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, and is available on day one for Game Pass subscribers. The game features over 30 levels inspired by the Backrooms internet phenomenon and supports up to four-player online co-op with cross-platform play.
Make Way DLC and Free Weekend
A new Legends Pack DLC is now available for the arcade racing game Make Way, developed by Ice BEAM and published by Secret Mode. The DLC is available for PC and consoles, with the PC version accessible on Steam. The article also mentions a free weekend event for the game.
Make Way adds more chaos with massive free update and nostalgic paid DLC
Make Way has received a major free update called World Tour, adding eight new vehicles and significant online multiplayer enhancements. Additionally, a paid DLC, the Legends Pack, introduces ten more vehicles, bringing the total to 52. The party racer is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
Make Way Expands The Chaos With World Tour Update And Legends Pack DLC
The chaotic party racer Make Way has received a major content update with the free World Tour expansion and the paid Legends Pack DLC. The update adds eight new vehicles and three maps, while the DLC introduces ten additional vehicles, expanding the total to 52. New Team Mode and multiplayer improvements are also included across Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Everything is Crab review
Everything is Crab is an action roguelike inspired by Spore's creature phase, offering a unique take on the genre with its focus on ecosystem and evolution. While praised for its creativity and visual representation of creature mutations, the game suffers from overly frequent leveling-up interruptions and slow meta-progression, making it feel more like a novelty than a long-term obsession.
Everything is Crab reveals its final form today
The evolutionary roguelite Everything is Crab has been released today on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Developed by Odd Dreams Digital and published by Secret Mode, the game allows players to control an amorphous blob named Darwin and evolve its form through over 100 evolutions and 20 specializations. Players can choose various playstyles, from aggressive to pacifist, and face off against boss monsters in diverse environments.
NUTMEG! A Nostalgic Deckbuilding Football Manager VIDEO Review
Nutmeg! is a deckbuilding management game that aims to be an accessible entry point into the genre. Players manage a soccer team, aiming for championships while handling marketing, player trades, and staff hiring. The game simplifies complex management mechanics but suffers from a lack of transparency in its tutorial and strategic depth, making some choices feel arbitrary.
Talking Point: Will These Upcoming Star Wars Games Make The Hyperspace Jump To Switch 2?
This article analyzes the likelihood of several upcoming Star Wars games releasing on the Nintendo Switch 2. While some titles like Star Wars Zero Company show promise, others like Star Wars: Eclipse and Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic face significant hurdles due to their demanding nature and development status. The piece also touches on the potential for ports of existing games like the Star Wars Jedi series.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is going podracing in October
Fuse Games and Secret Mode have announced that Star Wars: Galactic Racer will launch on October 6, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game is described as a "runs-based Star Wars racing adventure" where players pilot podracers and other vehicles online with up to 12 players. Pre-orders and a Deluxe Edition offer bonus content, with a physical collector's edition also available.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Launches This October | Console Creatures
Secret Mode and Fuse Games will release Star Wars: Galactic Racer on October 8, 2026, for Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features a story campaign where players control Shade, a racer seeking glory and revenge in the Outer Rim, facing off against rivals and piloting various repulsorcraft.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Launches October 6 on PS5, Xbox, and PC
Secret Mode and Fuse Games announced that Star Wars: Galactic Racer will launch on October 6, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game features a run-based racing adventure with multiple vehicle classes and online multiplayer for up to 12 players. Different editions, including Standard, Deluxe, and Collector's, are available for pre-order with platform-specific bonuses.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Is Speeding In This October
Star Wars: Galactic Racer, the debut title from Fuse Games and published by Secret Mode, is set to release on October 6. The new racing game features a campaign set after the original trilogy and offers multiplayer modes with extensive vehicle customization. Pre-orders are available with platform-specific bonus liveries, and different editions offer additional vehicles, cosmetic items, and digital content.
Star Wars Galactic Racer release date revealed, alongside Deluxe and Collector Editions
Star Wars Galactic Racer is set to launch on October 6th, 2026, for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The game will feature Standard, Deluxe, and Collector's Editions, with the latter including exclusive vehicles, digital art books, and physical collectibles. Pre-orders are now available, with pricing details for the Collector's Edition yet to be announced.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Release Date Officially Revealed for October
Fuse Games and Secret Mode have officially revealed that Star Wars: Galactic Racer will launch on October 6th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game is described as a high-stakes reinvention of racing set in the Star Wars galaxy, featuring a single-player story campaign and multiplayer modes.
Star Wars Galactic Racer Launches October 8 with Various Editions
Star Wars: Galactic Racer is set to launch on October 8, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Publisher Secret Mode and developer Fuse Games have detailed the game's campaign, which features customizable repulsorcraft and a story centered around a racing league. Multiple editions, including Standard, Deluxe, and Collector's, will be available, with pre-order bonuses including a bonus vehicle livery.