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Orbitals Is An Antidote For Hazelight’s Miserable Characters
Orbitals, a Nintendo Switch exclusive, offers a refreshing take on cooperative gameplay by featuring protagonists who genuinely enjoy each other's company, unlike the often-combative characters in Hazelight Studios' titles like A Way Out and It Takes Two. While Orbitals' minimalist approach to character backstories might leave some lore enthusiasts wanting, its focus on positive character dynamics and infectious energy provides a more palatable and joyful cooperative experience.
Orbitals review: We walk together, we fly together
Orbitals is a charming co-op splitscreen platformer with a retro anime-style sci-fi adventure, developed by Shapefarm. Players control Maki and Omura as they scavenge a broken space station to find parts to escape, utilizing unique tools and coordinating ship maintenance and piloting. Despite occasional camera issues and momentum-based puzzle frustrations, the game offers a heartwarming experience with solid voice acting and a forgiving checkpoint system.
7 developers that will save the video games industry - Reader’s Feature
This reader's feature highlights seven smaller developers, including 11 bit studios, AdHoc Studios, Daniel Mullins Games, Hazelight Studios, Larian Studios, Sandfall Interactive, and Supergiant Games, who are seen as vital to the future of the video game industry. The article praises their innovative approaches to game design and storytelling, contrasting them with the perceived missteps of larger publishers.
Games You Only Need One Copy Of To Play With Others
This article highlights games that support a 'Friend's Pass' or similar feature, allowing one player to own the game while others can join in without purchasing a copy. It covers titles across various platforms like PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, emphasizing cooperative play and cost-saving for gamers.
15 Games to Play With Your Spouse This Summer (2026)
This article lists 15 games, including 10 video games and 5 board games, suitable for couples to play together, focusing on titles that minimize frustration and encourage cooperation. It highlights games like It Takes Two, Baldur's Gate 3, and Sky Team, offering advice on how to integrate gaming into a shared hobby.
Orbitals Is Like an Anime-Styled It Takes Two, and So Far We Love It | IGN Preview
Orbitals, the debut title from developer Shapefarm, aims to deliver a retro anime experience for two players. Game director Jacob Lungden previously worked on co-op titles like It Takes Two, suggesting a strong foundation for the game's cooperative gameplay.
6 Vacation Week Games to Finish Before Flying Home | TAG
This guide recommends six games that can be completed within a 5-10 hour playtime, ideal for finishing during a week-long vacation. It emphasizes narrative-driven and handheld-compatible titles like Inside, Stray, A Short Hike, What Remains of Edith Finch, and Firewatch, with Outer Wilds suggested for longer vacations. The article also provides advice on session structure, device choice, and avoiding common vacation gaming pitfalls.
6 Heist and Crime Games Before GTA 6 | TAG
This article provides a list of six heist and crime games to play while anticipating Grand Theft Auto 6. It highlights titles like Payday 2, Monaco: What's Yours Is Mine, The Outlast Trials, A Way Out, Hitman World of Assassination, and Teardown, detailing their co-op or solo gameplay, length, and platform availability. The guide also offers recommendations based on player preferences and available time, with a focus on games where heists are the central experience.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: May 2026’s top downloads
PlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for May 2026 across PS5, PS4, and PS VR2. In Asia, '007 First Light' led the PS5 charts, while 'NTE: Neverness to Everness' topped the Free to Play charts.
5 Couch Co-Op Games With Real Endings for Couples | TAG
This guide highlights five couch co-op games with definitive endings suitable for couples: It Takes Two, Split Fiction, A Way Out, Unravel Two, and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. These titles are playable on a single TV with two controllers, offering narrative closure within 5 to 16 hours, and are available on platforms like PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
10 Co-Op Games Couples Actually Finish Together (2026) | TAG
This article highlights ten co-op games suitable for couples, focusing on titles that can be completed within a reasonable timeframe, typically 10 to 25 hours. It categorizes games based on player skill levels and preferences, offering options for mixed-skill pairs, experienced gamers, and those new to the medium. The list includes titles like It Takes Two, Split Fiction, Unravel Two, and Portal 2, emphasizing games that promote shared experiences and achievable endings.
The Best Online Co-Op Games for Long-Distance Friends (2026) | TAG
This guide highlights the best online co-op games for maintaining friendships across long distances, emphasizing shared experiences over simple communication. It details games like It Takes Two, Deep Rock Galactic, and Baldur's Gate 3, noting platform availability, subscription requirements, and crossplay options. The article also stresses the importance of platform overlap, scheduling, and voice chat setup for a successful remote gaming experience.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloads
Sony has released the top downloaded games for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2 in Southeast Asia for April 2026. Pragmata led the PS5 charts in Asia, while Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes and NTE: Neverness to Everness debuted on the PS VR2 and free-to-play charts respectively.
PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store has revealed its top download charts for April 2026 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2. Notable entries include Pragmata and Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, while NTE: Neverness to Everness appeared on the free-to-play charts.
New Orbitals Gameplay Trailer Makes Us Even More Excited For The Anime Co-Op Adventure
A new gameplay trailer for the co-op adventure game Orbitals showcases its anime-inspired visual style and diverse gameplay mechanics, including 3D platforming and gravity manipulation. Creative Director Marcos Ramos and Game Director Jakob Lundgren demonstrated the teamwork required to overcome challenges. The game is set to launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in Summer.
This Co-Op Anime Adventure Couldn't Have Been Anything Else, Says Orbitals Team
Developers from Shapefarm and Kepler Interactive discuss the creation of their co-op anime adventure game, Orbitals. Creative director Marcos Ramos and game director Jakob Lundgren detail how the game evolved from its initial top-down robot concept to its current anime-inspired aesthetic, emphasizing the importance of character design and the co-op experience. The team also highlights their collaboration with Studio Massket for cutscene animation and their dedication to capturing the authentic feel of '80s anime through meticulous attention to detail.
Long Before Friendslop, Portal 2 Made Co-Op Cool
Portal 2's 15th anniversary is being celebrated by reminiscing about its innovative cooperative mode, which predated many modern social gaming trends. The game's dual-protagonist co-op campaign, featuring unique puzzle mechanics and charming characters, is highlighted as a precursor to current "friendslop" and co-op-focused titles. The article also notes its early cross-platform play between PC and PlayStation 3 as a remarkable feat for its time.
It Takes Two, Split Fiction studio tops 50 million sales
Hazelight Studios' cooperative adventure game It Takes Two has surpassed 30 million sales. The studio's previous titles, A Way Out and Split Fiction, have also achieved significant sales milestones, with 13 million and 7 million units sold respectively. This brings the total sales for the studio's games to over 50 million units.
Split Fiction dev Hazelight Studios accrues 50M total sales
Hazelight Studios, the developer behind It Takes Two, A Way Out, and Split Fiction, has announced a combined total of over 50 million sales across its three titles. It Takes Two leads with 30 million units sold, followed by A Way Out with 13 million and Split Fiction with seven million. This milestone highlights the continued demand for co-op gaming experiences.
Josef Fares Hazelight firar 50 miljoner sålda spel – It Takes Two dominerar
Hazelight Studios, led by Josef Fares, has announced that its games have collectively sold over 50 million units. It Takes Two is the standout success with 30 million copies sold, followed by A Way Out with 13 million and Split Fiction with 7 million. The studio is currently developing its fourth game, with Fares promising it will surpass Split Fiction.