Lethal Company
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Phasmophobia-Like Co-Op Horror Survival Fearwoods Drops a New Trailer on SteamDeveloper Fearwoods has released a new trailer and development roadmap for their upcoming co-op horror survival game, Fearwoods, which is heavily inspired by titles like Phasmophobia and Lethal Company. The roadmap outlines the game's progression from demo to early access and its eventual full release, detailing planned features such as new maps, dynamic events, and narrative content. Fearwoods is set to launch on PC in the coming months and supports 1-3 players.
I love being a cultist in Feed the Pit, and not just because I get to throw scummy stock-brokers into a toothy vortexFeed the Pit offers a cathartic extraction experience where players hunt wealthy individuals to sacrifice to a monstrous entity, blending this core loop with a creepy narrative. The game features a found family of cultists and a unique card-based investigation system to locate targets within its first act, which spans three to four hours and will be followed by free updates.
The latest indie mega-sensation is Meccha Chameleon, an artsy hide-and-seek game, which has sold an astronomical amount in only two weeksThe indie hide-and-seek game Meccha Chameleon has achieved over 7 million copies sold in less than two weeks since its release. The game, developed by solo developer Lemelion, features players disguising themselves with paint tools and has gained popularity through word-of-mouth and influencers. A Japan-themed map is set to be added soon, and the game's low price point of £5.29 is highlighted as a contrast to rising triple-A game costs.
Digital Third Spaces: How Games Replaced the CaféAs traditional 'Third Spaces' decline due to economic pressures, video games like WEBFISHING and Flock Around are emerging as digital alternatives for social connection. While platforms like Roblox and Fortnite offer vast online communities, they often come with issues of hyper-monetization and exploitation. Newer, low-stakes social games aim to provide accessible, inclusive gathering places, though concerns remain about the gamification of social interaction and online moderation challenges.
GAME ANNOUNCEMENT: HAUNT YOUR FRIENDS IN VIRAL HORROR COMEDY CO-OP TITLE, 'HAUNTED HEIST'Indie studio autotroph games announced Haunted Heist, a co-op horror party game coming to Steam later this year. Players can choose to be either a Heister collecting gems or a Trickster sabotaging the heist in procedurally generated mansions. The game supports 3-10 players and features asymmetrical PvP gameplay with unique abilities for each role.
18 amazing indie games you missed during Summer Game Fest weekSummer Game Fest week featured numerous upcoming indie games alongside major announcements from large publishers. Titles like Fights In Tight Spaces 2, the single-player Among Us Story: On Guard, and the horror game Carcass Clad were highlighted. Other notable indies include Cassette Beasts 2, El Paso, Elsewhere 2, and the retro-themed Hack '95.
Peak boss doesn't mind us calling it friendslop: 'Why not make a game where the point is to hang out with your…Aggro Crab studio head Nick Kaman discusses the term 'friendslop,' a label for inexpensive co-op games focused on social interaction. Kaman embraces the term, seeing it as a useful descriptor for a genre that gained prominence following COVID-19, with games like Peak, Among Us, and Lethal Company facilitating social connections through gameplay.
R.E.P.O devs confirm cosmetics release date, alongside how it worksThe developers of R.E.P.O have announced that the game's cosmetics update will be released on May 7th. This update will introduce a system for earning cosmetic items through lootboxes found within levels, which can then be exchanged for rewards in the store. All cosmetics are earned in-game with no microtransactions.
"Co-op makes everything significantly more difficult" - How Subnautica 2's addition of multiplayer required ground-up rethinking of the survival classicUnknown Worlds Entertainment's Anthony Gallegos and Scott MacDonald discuss the challenges and design decisions behind implementing four-player co-op in Subnautica 2. They explain how the addition of multiplayer required a ground-up rethinking of core mechanics to maintain the survival classic's spirit while offering new, shared terrifying experiences and addressing player quality-of-life requests like non-shared inventories.
This week's standout PC game is an astronaut epic from Life is Strange and Vampyr creators Don't Nod, made in partnership with the European Space AgencyThis week's PC game releases include the sci-fi astronaut epic Aphelion from Don't Nod, in partnership with the European Space Agency. Other notable launches include the roguelite Deified, the sandbox s&box, the shooter Far Far West, and the strategy RPG Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era. Several games are launching in early access, offering players a chance to experience them before full release.- Friendslop and Attack on Titan intersect in this upcoming co-op indieTitan Hunters is an upcoming co-op tower defense game heavily inspired by Attack on Titan, featuring players defending a castle against titans. The game, also referred to as "friendslop" due to its meme potential, is developed by an indie studio and is expected to release soon, though a specific date has not yet been announced. The creator of Attack on Titan, Hajime Isayama, is mentioned in relation to potential copyright issues.
After nearly 1 year, viral Steam horror hit Lethal Company is back with another big update boasting 3 new creatures that are sure to leave my pals and me screamingLethal Company, the viral Steam horror hit developed by Zeekerss, has received a major update, Version 80, nearly a year after its last significant patch. This update introduces a rework of the March exterior, bug fixes, performance improvements, three new creatures, a returning creature, new factory rooms, and a utility slot, focusing on forest moons and improving the experience for new players.- How to deal with Feiopars in Lethal CompanyThis guide details how to deal with the Feiopar, a feline enemy in Lethal Company. The Feiopar spawns on forest moons and behaves as a stalking entity, similar to the Bracken. Players can avoid its attacks by maintaining eye contact, acting aggressively, or using tools like the Shovel.
- Friendslop horror game Content Warning is now out on consolesLandfall has released their horror game Content Warning on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game, which was initially a PC exclusive, now features crossplay between all platforms and is Steam Deck verified. Content Warning achieved viral success, selling millions of copies after its initial free limited-time release on PC.
- All new Lethal Company v80 monsters and how they workLethal Company's v80 update introduces four new monsters: Backwater Gunkfish, Cadaver Bloom, Feiopar, and the returning Kidnapper Fox. The guide details each creature's behavior, threat level, rarity, and unique mechanics, such as the Gunkfish's obscuring goo and the Cadaver Bloom's toxic spores.
- How to deal with Backwater Gunkfish in Lethal CompanyThis guide explains how to deal with the Backwater Gunkfish, a new aquatic enemy in Lethal Company version 80. The Gunkfish, found in forest moons, squirts vision-obscuring goo and leaves slippery residue when disturbed, but does not deal direct damage. The best strategy is to avoid disturbing it, as it poses no threat if left alone.
- How to deal with Cadaver Bloom in Lethal CompanyThis guide explains how to deal with the Cadaver Bloom, a new flora threat introduced in Lethal Company version 0.80. The Cadaver Bloom releases deadly spores that cause a fever-like illness and eventual death. Players can use items like the Shovel or Weed Killer to manage its growth, but there is currently no antidote for the spores.
- Lethal Company v80: Full patch notes, listedLethal Company has received its v80 update, focusing on streamlining existing features, enhancing forest biomes, and adjusting the Factory interior. This update introduces three new creatures, the return of the Kidnapper Fox, and various gameplay and visual improvements, including foliage additions and performance optimizations. Players can access the beta version through Steam's properties menu.
Fortnite's new Peak skin costs almost 3 times as much as the indie game it's based on: 'That's actually a slap in the face to the Peak developers'Fortnite's new Peak climbing game-inspired skins are priced significantly higher than the original indie title, with one customisable skin costing nearly three times the price of the game itself. This pricing has drawn criticism from players and sparked comparisons to a similar situation with Lethal Company skins in 2024. The article suggests purchasing the indie game on sale instead of the expensive cosmetic items.
To make video games for Gen Z, be authenticFormer Hollywood executive Sharon Tal Yguado stated that while Gen Z and Gen Alpha are not engaging with traditional $70 AAA games, they are actively playing titles like Roblox, Minecraft, and Fortnite. Yguado emphasized that authenticity and community are key to reaching these younger demographics, who prefer influencer recommendations over polished marketing. Astrid Entertainment is developing a co-op game with creative tools specifically for this audience.