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Big Walk ignores 'friendslop' trends, and is better for it
Big Walk, a new co-op puzzle game from House House, distinguishes itself from the 'friendslop' genre by focusing on exploration and communication rather than high-stakes challenges or failure states. Despite its patient and sometimes dull moments, the game offers memorable experiences rooted in mundane interactions and collaborative problem-solving, setting it apart from more repetitive trend-driven titles.
Big Walk Review - All friend, no slop
Big Walk is a highly considered and expertly crafted social game from House House, featuring charming hybrid beings exploring a gorgeous, open Australian landscape. The game innovates on the 'friend slop' genre by focusing on clear goals and rewarding exploration and communication challenges, despite minor glitches and awkward movement.
With upcoming PS Plus game Big Walk, Untilted Goose Game developer House House's co-op puzzle quest takes the hangout game to a new peak - here's our review
Big Walk, the latest co-op puzzle game from House House, offers a deeply rewarding multiplayer adventure that emphasizes communication and shared experiences. While it shares the playful spirit of Untitled Goose Game, Big Walk focuses on cooperative challenges and the joys and frustrations of human interaction, particularly through its aggressive proximity chat implementation.
This week in PC games: Beast of Reincarnation, Big Walk, and Marvel Tōkon, plus a round table RPG, some flammable robots, and a flock of lovestruck pigeons
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres such as the RTS Flow of War, the post-apocalyptic action RPG Beast of Reincarnation, and the multiplayer puzzle game Big Walk. Other notable titles include the roguelite Anomaly President, the turn-based RPG Cielle is Not Happy, and the tag-team fighter MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 31: PlayStation Summer Sale Part 2
The PlayStation Summer Sale has entered its second phase, featuring discounts on games like Saros and Ghost of Yotei, alongside first-time deals on Saros and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The Nintendo eShop also has sales on Bethesda, Capcom, and Annapurna Interactive titles. Xbox Game Pass deals are available for subscribers, and general sales are open to all Xbox users.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 24: PlayStation & Xbox Summer Sales continue
The PlayStation Summer Sale and Xbox Ultimate Game Sale are ongoing, offering discounts on a wide range of titles for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The Nintendo eShop also features deals, including a sale on Balatro for the Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also access free games.
Big Walk Is Destined To Be Your Next Big Co-Op Obsession
Big Walk, a new co-op puzzle game from House House, the developers of Untitled Goose Game, is set to release on August 4 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game supports two to 12 players exploring a large island filled with puzzles and secrets, emphasizing exploration and communication. The article highlights the game's unguided approach and rewarding discoveries, suggesting it could become the next major hangout game.
"A densely-packed open world game about death anxiety": Bad Magpie's avian mischief channels a lot of heartache
Milktooth's debut game, Bad Magpie, explores themes of death anxiety and loss through the eyes of a one-winged magpie collecting trinkets for a fallen star. Inspired by folklore and the developers' personal experiences during lockdown, the game features a handcrafted world with multi-solution puzzles and ASMR-like tactile interactions. The developers aim to subvert the typical collectathon genre by framing collection as a way to process grief, drawing parallels to the magpie's superstitious symbolism and its perceived hoarding habits.
Slap Out of It! operates on the 'Rule of Dumb' when it comes to comedy & puzzles
Turbo Button's upcoming comedy puzzle game, Slap Out of It!, is inspired by the 'Rule of Dumb,' focusing on silly and humorous interactions. Co-Director Nic Vasconcellos explained that the team prioritizes creating funny moments through timing and pacing, drawing inspiration from games like Untitled Goose Game and Thank Goodness You're Here. While it's one of Turbo Button's first non-VR titles, it incorporates design elements from their previous VR work.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Our fave Nintendo 64 memories! Pure Nintendo Podcast E168
The Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts Jemma, Trev, and Kirk reminisce about their favorite memories of the Nintendo 64 in celebration of its 30th anniversary. The episode also touches on the anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog, discusses new demos available on the Nintendo Switch, and covers various games the hosts have been playing, including Dave the Diver and Untitled Goose Game.
Bad Magpie Hands-on Preview - Naughty bird
Bad Magpie is an upcoming adventure game from UK studio Milktooth where players control a magpie causing chaos to collect shiny trinkets. A 30-minute preview at Summer Game Fest showcased the game's playful mechanics, including setting flowers on fire and solving environmental puzzles. Bad Magpie is set to release on PC and Xbox Series X|S in 2027.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 12: PlayStation Mid-Year Deals
PlayStation is offering mid-year deals on titles like ARC Raiders and Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, with additional free games for PlayStation Plus members. Xbox features Capcom publisher sales, including Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, while the Nintendo eShop also has Capcom discounts. Various other publishers like Atari and RGG Studio also have sales across platforms.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Every Announcement, Game Reveal & Trailer
Nintendo showcased a packed Nintendo Direct presentation featuring numerous game announcements and trailers for the Nintendo Switch 2. Highlights included new titles like Rhythm Heaven Groove, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Stellar Blade, and Xenoblade Genesis, alongside updates and expansions for existing franchises such as Dragon's Dogma 2, Pokémon Pokopia, and Final Fantasy XIV Online.
Big Walk was born during a COVID lockdown out of a distaste for birthday party Zoom calls
House 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 journey
House 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.
First PS Plus Essential Game for August 2026 Announced
Sony has announced that Big Walk will be the first PlayStation Plus Essential game for August 2026, launching on August 4th. This cooperative online game from the creators of Untitled Goose Game will be a day one release on PlayStation 5 as part of the Essential Tier.
Be a cheeky bird thief in Bad Magpie
Bad Magpie, an open-world adventure game from UK studio Milktooth, is set to release on Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2027, launching day one on Game Pass. Players control a magpie with a single wing who collects trinkets to gain the affection of a fallen star. The studio was founded by Catherine Unger, Daisy Fernandez, and George Batchelor.
Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements, including Resident Evil: Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, and a new Cuphead game. Fumito Ueda's GenAtlas, a new Mortal Shell sequel, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin were also revealed. The event also featured updates and release dates for titles like Stranger Than Heaven, Palworld, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation, with a surprise appearance by Tifa in Street Fighter 6.
Switch spring 2026 sale includes Silksong and more favorites
Nintendo is holding an Indie Sale offering discounts on numerous titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable games on sale include Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hollow Knight, UFO 50, Untitled Goose Game, Cuphead, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, Balatro, Slay the Spire, and No Man's Sky. The sale runs until June 7.
