John Carpenter's Toxic Commando
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Toxic Commando lead says Saber Interactive hasn't "ruled out" a Nintendo Switch 2 port
Saber Interactive has not ruled out the possibility of a Nintendo Switch port for John Carpenter's Toxic Commando. The game is already available on the ROG Ally, and the studio is also considering Steam Deck verification.
Toxic Commando lead says Saber Interactive hasn't ″ruled out″ a Nintendo Switch 2 port
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a zombie shooter that prioritizes style over substance, featuring flashy 80s horror aesthetics and horde combat. However, the game is hampered by repetitive missions, weak writing, and an always-online requirement. Saber Interactive has not ruled out a potential port for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Cathedral Is the First Graphic Novel From Horror Legend John Carpenter - IGN
Horror legend John Carpenter is releasing his first full-length graphic novel, "John Carpenter's Cathedral," through Storm King Comics on August 4, 2026. Co-written by Carpenter, Sandy King, and Sean Sobczak, the 120-page horror story is set in downtown Los Angeles and follows detectives investigating a murder linked to an ancient evil within an abandoned cathedral. Carpenter described the inspiration as a nightmare landscape filled with sinister monsters.
Evening Patches
Several games have received official patches and updates. Aethermancer's 'Full of Fusion Update' is now live, Blood's 'Refreshed Supply - Patch 3.0 (Death Wish)' is available, and John Carpenter's Toxic Commando has received a connectivity fix patch. The Precinct also received updates.
Game Reviews
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando offers adequate cooperative action but does not reach the heights of Left 4 Dead, according to a review from Eurogamer.net. The article also briefly mentions an "Evolve Benchmark" from Cjrist Centered Gamer.
Horror Icon John Carpenter Lists His Favorite Video Games of All Time — and 3 He's Really Looking Forward To - IGN
Horror director John Carpenter shared his all-time favorite video games, including Borderlands 2, Sonic the Hedgehog, Fallout 76, Horizon Zero Dawn, Assassin's Creed, and Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy. He also expressed excitement for upcoming titles such as John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, a Halloween-themed game, and the next installment in the Fallout series.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando review - adequate cooperative action, but it's no Left 4 Dead
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando offers adequate cooperative zombie blasting action, but ultimately falls short of the standard set by Left 4 Dead due to flabby mission design and unnecessary meta-progression. While it provides disposable fun at a reasonable price, its levels are too samey and lack the memorable design that makes other cooperative shooters replayable.
John Carpenter Can't Wait To Play A Game That Hasn't Even Been Revealed Yet
Filmmaker John Carpenter expressed his excitement for the unrevealed Fallout 5, stating his long-standing love for the Fallout universe. He also discussed his enjoyment of Fallout 76 and listed other beloved titles including Sonic the Hedgehog and Assassin's Creed. Starfield is also mentioned as coming to PlayStation 5 with new DLC.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando Review | TRG
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando offers excellent shooting mechanics and seamless co-op gameplay. The game provides a strong cooperative experience for players.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando Review | TRG
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando offers a visually stylish 80s horror aesthetic and zombie horde combat, but is ultimately held back by repetitive missions, weak writing, and an always-online requirement. The game is available on Xbox Series X.
John Carpenters Toxic Commando Review Style Over Substance in This Zombie Shooter - MonsterVine
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando features a stylish 80s horror aesthetic and zombie horde combat. However, the game is hampered by repetitive missions, weak writing, and an mandatory always-online requirement.
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando Review – Style Over Substance in This Zombie Shooter - MonsterVine
This review of John Carpenter's Toxic Commando suggests the game prioritizes style over substance. Saber Interactive's CCO Tim Willits discussed the game's development, likening its creation to a "peanut butter and chocolate" combination.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando Best Settings Guide For PC & Steam Deck
This guide provides the best settings for John Carpenter's Toxic Commando to optimize performance on PC and Steam Deck, particularly for mid-end hardware. It focuses on achieving smoother gameplay and better visual fidelity.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando Best Settings Guide For PC & Steam Deck
This guide provides the best settings for John Carpenter's Toxic Commando on PC and Steam Deck. A comparison also highlights visual and performance differences across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X consoles.
Toxic Commando head reveals the ″peanut butter and chocolate″ combo that made the game possible
A comparison of John Carpenter's Toxic Commando reveals visual and performance differences across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The article highlights the technical aspects of the game on different platforms.
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando Review – Style Over Substance in This Zombie Horde Shooter
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a zombie horde shooter that prioritizes style over substance, featuring a rushed and underdeveloped story with repetitive missions and empty maps. While the core gameplay of fighting hordes can be fun, the lack of personality in characters and enemies, coupled with an abrupt ending and mandatory online connection issues, detracts from the experience.
Best skills for each class in John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando features four distinct classes, each with a unique skill tree. This guide details the best skills to unlock and upgrade for The Strike, The Medic, The Operator, and The Defender to maximize their effectiveness in combat.
Something for the Weekend – 14/03/26
This week's gaming news includes updates on Resident Evil Requiem DLC, Fortnite Save the World going free-to-play, Epic Games increasing V-Bucks prices, and layoffs at EA's Battlefield Studios. New releases and DLCs like Dave the Diver: In the Jungle, Adorable Adventures, and Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core are also highlighted, alongside a closed beta for Tropico 7. Reviews were published for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Laysara: Summit Kingdom, and Fatal Frame II: The Crimson Butterfly Remake, among others. Early impressions of Bungie's Marathon and Ready or Not's Boiling Point DLC were shared, along with an interview about Rainbow Six Mobile.
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando Review – So-So, Commando
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando offers a co-op zombie-slaying experience reminiscent of Left 4 Dead, with responsive shooting mechanics and weapon customization. However, the game suffers from a weak narrative, cliched characters, and a frustrating solo experience due to the lack of checkpoints. Performance on PlayStation 5 is stable despite visual compromises.
Game Reviews
This review of John Carpenter's Toxic Commando suggests a 'Buy Wait for Sale' approach, with a strong caution to 'Never Touch'. The review includes an NSFW video from AGC.