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PAX West 2026 - Lazy River: Zombie Survival that Makes a Splash
Lazy River is a 4-player co-op first-person zombie survival game set in a waterpark, offering a creative twist on the genre. Players scavenge, craft, and build a raft to survive waves of zombies and robots, utilizing unique water-based weaponry and park equipment. The game aims to stand out with its fun and unconventional setting, providing a frantic and entertaining experience.
Evening Reading - September 28, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game reviews and previews, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, Minecraft Dungeons 2, and Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. The article also touches on the state of retro gaming, the increasing involvement of AI in various fields, and the importance of art style in Halo.
Lazy River takes survival shooting into a whimsical water park
Lazy River is a whimsical PvE survival shooter set in a water park where players must survive a zombie outbreak and a malfunctioning security system while building a raft. The game combines leisurely drifting with intense combat and base-building elements, featuring unique weapons like pool noodles and squirt guns. Developed by a team including veteran indie developer Mike Boxleiter, Lazy River is planned for a 2027 Steam Early Access release on PC.
“Friendslop” Sounds Like An Insult. What Do Developers Think?
The term "friendslop," used to describe co-op games with low mechanical complexity and high social interaction, is a subject of debate among developers. While some find it demeaning, many developers are coming to accept or even embrace the label, recognizing its utility in describing a popular game style, despite potential negative connotations.
PAX West 2026 names its 11 PAX Rising Showcase winners
PAX West 2026 has announced the 11 winners of its PAX Rising Showcase, an event dedicated to highlighting upcoming indie games. Among the selected titles are Lazy River, Dungeon Lurker, Giga Turtles, and the unrevealed Project Red. These games will be playable at the Seattle Convention Center from September 4-7, 2026.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Highlights: 13 Upcoming Games You Shouldn’t Miss
This article previews 13 upcoming games showcased at Summer Game Fest 2026, spanning various genres including indie, horror, action roguelikes, and revivals. It highlights titles like Demi and the Fractured Dream, Blood Dungeon, Lazy River, Tenebris Somnia, The Lost Wild, Crimson Moon, Nekome: Nazi Hunter, D-topia, Bad Magpie, Slap Out of It, Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered, Forever Ago, and Mr. Records, offering brief impressions of their gameplay and potential.
Best Summer Game Fest 2026 Games You Might Have Missed
This article highlights several upcoming indie games that may have been overlooked amidst the major announcements from Summer Game Fest and other showcases. It features a diverse range of titles, including action, RPG, horror, and simulation genres, with brief descriptions and personal endorsements from the writers.
Day of the Devs - Summer Game Fest 2026 highlights
Day of the Devs showcased several indie game titles during Summer Game Fest 2026, including Blood Dungeon, Tenebris Somnia, and Trine 6: Together In Time. The event highlighted upcoming games with trailers and Steam links, aiming to cut through the noise for attendees.
Left 4 Dead meets friendslop as you and your pals try to escape 'the galaxy's most-unregulated waterpark'
Lazy River is a new co-op survival crafting game where players must escape a space station waterpark after a pee-related incident turns everyone into zombies. Players will build rafts from scavenged resources, arm themselves with makeshift weapons, and fight through automated defenses and zombie hordes. The game is developed by Mike Boxleiter and is set to enter early access in 2027 for PC.
Something for the SGF Weekend – 06/06/26
This week's gaming news roundup covers announcements from Summer Game Fest, Day of the Devs, and other showcases, including reveals for Marvel's Wolverine, Until Dawn 2, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several games received reviews, such as 007 First Light and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, while previews were offered for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve and Chivalware.
All the announcements & trailers from Day of the Devs SGF 2026
Day of the Devs at Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a variety of indie titles, including Blood Dungeon, Tenebris Somnia, and 33 Immortals. The event featured world premieres and exclusive announcements, highlighting over 20 games across different genres and platforms like PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
All of the Day of the Devs Games Shown at SGF 2026
The Summer Game Fest 2026 Day of the Devs showcase featured 20 indie titles, with gameplay footage and developer details. While no games were shadowdrops, a Steam section allowed for easy wishlisting. Notable announcements included 33 Immortals for Xbox Series X and PC on June 10, 2026, and Trine 6: Together in Time for multiple platforms on September 17, 2026.
Day Of The Devs: Summer Game Fest Edition 2026 – Everything Revealed
Day of the Devs presented 20 indie titles at Summer Game Fest 2026, showcasing a diverse range of genres and developers. Highlights included release dates for Screenbound and the 1.0 launch of 33 Immortals, alongside new looks at Blood Dungeon, Tenebris Somnia, and Super Yooka-Laylee Kart.
Day of the Devs 2026 - everything announced in the big Summer Game Fest indie showcase
Day of the Devs showcased a variety of indie games, including Blood Dungeon, Tenebris Somnia, Mr. Records, 33 Immortals, Dreadmoor, Threads of Time, N Plus Infinity Times Two, Into the Unwell, Bub, Lazy River, Prove You're Human, Ithaca, Screenbound, Shot One Fighters, Apple Crumble, Slap Out of It, Super Yooka-Laylee Kart, Into the Fire, Trine 6: Together in Time, and When Sirens Fall Silent. Several titles received release dates or new gameplay details, with many heading to PC and consoles.
Day of the Devs 2026: Everything Announced!
Day of the Devs 2026 showcased 20 indie titles, including new entries in the Trine and Yooka-Laylee series. Highlights included the roguelike platformer Blood Dungeon, the retro survival-horror Tenebris Somnia, and the multiplayer roguelike 33 Immortals. Several games announced release dates or windows, with others slated for early access or future updates.
Defend your raft from space zombies in Lazy River, from the creator of Secret Hitler
Lazy River, a co-op shooter from Secret Hitler creator Mike Boxleiter, is set to launch in Early Access in summer 2027. Players must defend their raft from space zombies in a malfunctioning space waterpark by using water-based weaponry and crafting.
In co-op shooter Lazy River, peeing in the pool turns guests into zombies
The co-op shooter Lazy River features a unique mechanic where players who urinate in the pool risk transforming into zombies. This adds a dangerous consequence to a common, albeit unsanitary, action within the game's environment.