Exterminauts
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Exterminauts Wants You to Live a 9-to-5 Life that Bites Back | IGN Preview
Exterminauts is a chaotic co-op game where players are constantly making decisions and dealing with unexpected events. The developers intend for this constant stream of emergent situations to be a core part of the experience, which was enjoyed during a recent demo.
Exterminauts looks like No Man's Sky but plays like Helldivers 2, and I crushed it at Gamescom 2026
Exterminauts, a new co-op PvE shooter from Behaviour Interactive, offers gameplay similar to Helldivers 2 with a focus on exterminating alien bugs. Despite initial reservations about the premise and genre, the previewer found the game enjoyable and achieved the highest score during a hands-on session at Gamescom 2026. Concerns were raised about the use of generative AI for character voices.
Betawatch: ArcheAge Chronicles plans a network test for next weekend
ArcheAge Chronicles is planning a network test for September 12th, continuing its development journey. The article also rounds up other MMO news, including updates on Guild Wars 3, Farhaven, and Aion 2, alongside a lengthy list of games currently in various stages of testing and development.
Evening Reading - September 1, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading from Shacknews covers various gaming news items, including Square Enix denying reports of going private, Bit Reactor furloughing Star Wars Zero Company developers, and a Street Fighter movie promo shoot controversy. It also highlights upcoming game releases and updates like Nopixel 5's beta, and mentions a review for Orbitals.
Exterminauts is sci-fi extraction shooting with a blue collar focus
Exterminauts is an upcoming third-person co-op extraction shooter from Behaviour Interactive, the studio behind Dead by Daylight. Set on the planet Tian, players take on the role of blue-collar exterminators fighting alien bugs and maintaining corporate infrastructure. The game features weaponized power tools, a unique "Overdrive" mechanic, and a focus on teamwork, with a planned release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
MMO Week in Review: Gamescom, Asura, and Ascension
Gamescom was the dominant event this week, bringing news for numerous MMOs including launch dates for Aion 2 and Path of Exile 2, and trailers for Dune Awakening, Sea of Remnants, and Cinder City. Star Citizen's Squadron 42 received another delay into 2027, while Guild Wars 3 revealed its Asura, and Blizzard shut down another World of Warcraft private server. Other news included updates for Throne and Liberty, Ultima Online, and The Division 2, alongside discussions on game design, AI training lawsuits, and the shutdown of the Project Ascension World of Warcraft emulator.
Gamescom 2026: Exterminauts is an upcoming co-op shooter where you use mad science against alien foes
Exterminauts is an upcoming co-op third-person PvE shooter where players team up to use weaponized power tools and mad-science gadgets against alien pests. Developed by Behaviour Interactive and published by Tencent, the game tasks players with completing MegaCorp contracts amidst intergalactic conflicts.
Xbox Gamescom 2026 Day One: The Biggest Reveals, Trailers and Games You Need to Know About | Invision Game
Xbox's Gamescom 2026 Day One showcase featured numerous reveals, including the Xbox Series X25 25th Anniversary Collection, new gameplay for Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Persona 4 Revival, and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. Microsoft also announced its 'Disc to Digital' initiative, allowing physical game owners to claim digital entitlements. Several new titles like Dumpster Gang, Chosen by Odin, Exterminauts, and Gravhounds were also highlighted, alongside updates for Forza Horizon 6.
Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026: Every Announcement and Game Revealed | Invision Game Community
The Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026 featured over 40 game announcements, including world premieres and new gameplay. The showcase highlighted a diverse range of titles across genres like RPGs, shooters, and strategy games, with many set for 2026 and 2027 releases on PC and consoles. Notable reveals included new entries in established franchises and unique indie projects.
Exterminauts Devs Talk Helldivers Comparisons And How It Separates Itself
Behaviour Interactive's Vincent Regimbart discussed how Exterminauts differentiates itself from Helldivers 2, emphasizing its 'workplace that fights back' theme over war. He also highlighted improvements to the progression system, including weapon mods and build paths. Exterminauts is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC in 2027.
Exterminauts Season Pass Won’t Make You Pay If You’re Willing To Play
Behaviour Interactive's upcoming third-person shooter Exterminauts will feature optional Battle Passes that can be earned through gameplay or purchased. Creative director Vincent Regimbald stated that these Battle Passes, lasting about six weeks, will offer new cosmetics and weapons. The game, launching in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, also includes weapon mods and passive abilities called emblems that allow for deep character customization.
Move Over Helldivers, I Have A New Favorite Three-Player PvE Extraction Shooter
Exterminauts, a new three-player PvE extraction shooter from Behaviour Interactive, offers a brighter and more chaotic alternative to games like Helldivers. The game features friendly fire, unique traversal mechanics, and weapon overcharging, all contributing to a fun and engaging co-op experience. While not revolutionary, its lighthearted combat and potential for varied contracts make it a promising title set for release in 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Exterminauts is Very Helldivers 2-Esque in Extensive New Gameplay
Exterminauts, a new co-op PvE extraction shooter from Behaviour Interactive, is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features players completing objectives on an alien planet, similar to Helldivers 2, with upgradable weapons and "Overclock" skills. Gameplay footage highlights the core loop of dropping in, completing missions, and extracting, while facing various alien threats.
Exterminauts is a 3-Player Co-Op Shooter Developed by Behaviour Interactive
Behaviour Interactive has revealed Exterminauts, a new third-person co-op shooter for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game tasks up to three players with defending bases against alien threats on planet Tian, featuring mechanics similar to Helldivers 2. The title is published by Level Infinite and does not yet have a release date.
Everything announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 — from Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake to The Witcher…
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements, including a Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered with new content. The show featured reveals for Ananta, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, Nodus Fall, Rainbow Six Tactics, Gears of War: E-Day, and many more titles across various genres and platforms.
