Mouthwashing
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Mouthwashing is finally on consoles and Xbox Game Pass, and it's a Halloween must for horror fans
The first-person horror adventure game Mouthwashing, developed by Wrong Organ, is now available on consoles including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S, as well as on Xbox Game Pass. Praised for its masterful environmental design, strong audio, and impactful, non-chronological story, the game offers a psychological horror experience rather than relying on jump scares. It is also currently available at a 40 percent discount on Steam.
Nintendo Download – October 29, 2026 (North America) – Croc 2, Minecraft for Switch 2 more
The North American Nintendo Download for October 29, 2026, features new releases for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Notable titles include Croc 2 Kingdom of the Gobbos, Minecraft, and Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered. The report also highlights ongoing 'Screaming Deals' sales and Halloween-themed activities.
Nintendo Download – October 29, 2026 (Europe)
The European Nintendo Download for the week of October 29, 2026, features a variety of new titles for the Nintendo Switch. Retail releases include Hello Kitty Party Land, One Piece: Grand Gourmet, and Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest, among others. Digital downloads offer games such as Cities: Skylines – Expanded Edition, Minecraft, and Joe & Mac Retro Collection.
Here's our second wave of Xbox Game Pass games for October 2026
Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in October 2026. The additions include the console debuts of The Séance of Blake Manor and Mouthwashing, alongside Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade. Several games are also departing the service.
Mouthwashing is Coming to Consoles on October 29th, Intense New Trailer Now Live
The popular horror title Mouthwashing is coming to consoles on October 29th, with releases planned for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series, in addition to its existing PC version. The game, which has sold over 500,000 copies on PC, puts players in the role of a crew member on a space shuttle facing dwindling food supplies and a grim mystery.
Mouthwashing shares Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Mouthwashing, a first-person horror game from Critical Reflex and Wrong Organ, will be released on Nintendo Switch on October 29, 2026. A physical release will also be available at a later date via Fangamer. The game follows the dying crew of a shipwrecked space freighter.
ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase Recap: All the News and Announcements
The ID@XBOX x IGN Showcase revealed numerous indie titles coming to Xbox and PC, with many also heading to Game Pass. Highlights include the reveals of A Game About Digging a Hole Together, Magenta Down, and Chronoscript: The Endless End, alongside updates on games from Critical Reflex like Arctic Eggs, Mouthwashing, and No, I’m Not a Human. Several titles will also support Xbox Play Anywhere.
Three CRITICAL REFLEX Hits Are Coming to XBOX, And One Arrives Today
CRITICAL REFLEX is bringing three acclaimed indie titles to Xbox platforms, with two launching just in time for Halloween. Arctic Eggs is available now on Xbox Series X|S, while the psychological horror hit Mouthwashing arrives on October 29th, day one with Xbox Game Pass. The paranoia horror game No, I'm Not a Human is slated for a 2027 release on Xbox and Game Pass.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 9: The Triple-I Initiative Showcase
This article rounds up various PC game deals available over the weekend, including discounts on Steam, Humble Store, and other digital storefronts. It highlights free games, bundle offers, and specific title sales, with a focus on titles featured in the recent Triple-I Initiative Showcase.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Oct. 2: Steam Autumn Sale and friends
The annual Steam Autumn Sale has begun, offering discounts on a wide range of PC games, including recent releases and older titles. Several other digital storefronts like GOG.com, Epic Games Store, and Fanatical are also hosting their own autumn sales, providing various deals and free games.
Why so many Steam games have weirdly similar (and forgettable) names
The article discusses the trend of generic and forgettable game names on Steam, citing examples like DUST: Origins and Duskfade. Experts like Hannah Flynn and Simon Carless offer insights into effective game naming strategies, emphasizing originality, memorability, and reflecting the game's essence over mimicking popular titles.
"A game for everyone is a game for no one": Don't expect an easy ride in Carcass Clad, the co-op tank horror game from the makers of Mouthwashing
Wrong Organ's upcoming co-op tank horror game, Carcass Clad, offers a significant departure from their previous narrative-focused title, Mouthwashing. The game emphasizes stressful, complex teamwork between three players piloting a tank, with roles like Gunner, Commander, and Driver requiring precise coordination and communication. While not aiming for broad accessibility, Carcass Clad promises a unique and intense experience for those seeking challenging gameplay and justifiable yelling at friends.
The Sunday Papers
This article discusses several recent gaming news items and industry reflections. It covers Brenda Romero's autofiction, The Guardian's summer game previews featuring Wrong Organ's Carcass Clad, differing opinions on Game Freak's Beast of Reincarnation, and Sean Murray's perspective on No Man's Sky's decade-long development. Additionally, it investigates sexual harassment allegations against indie horror publishers like Critical Reflex and Black Lantern Collective, and touches on the worsening wildfire situation in France.
Mouthwashing's follow-up is self-described 'friendsweat' where 3 players struggle to operate a tank in a defiled city: 'We're definitely not quite at Peak, but we're not trying to make Arma either'
Wrong Organ's upcoming game, Carcass Clad, is a co-op multiplayer experience where three players must work together to operate a tank in a defiled city. Developers Jeffrey Tomec and Dave van Egdom describe the game as 'friendsweat,' drawing inspiration from military simulation and co-op games like Helldivers and Left 4 Dead, aiming for emergent gameplay centered around the claustrophobic experience of being inside a tank.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
I love being a cultist in Feed the Pit, and not just because I get to throw scummy stock-brokers into a toothy vortex
Feed 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.
Carcass Clad is less story-heavy than Mouthwashing, but 'a lot of thought' has gone into it: 'We haven't discovered how much we can push it'
Developer Wrong Organ is exploring ways to integrate narrative into their upcoming roguelike tank simulator, Carcass Clad, without it feeling forced. While less story-heavy than their previous game Mouthwashing, the studio has put significant thought into the game's setting and lore, aiming to balance gameplay with storytelling.
Following the success of Mouthwashing, developer Wrong Organ wasn't ready to make a better 'story game,'…
Developer Wrong Organ is shifting focus from narrative horror with Mouthwashing to a co-op tank simulator called Carcass Clad. The studio aims to avoid being pigeonholed and explore different gameplay experiences, with plans to potentially return to a "gameplay story game" in the future.
Review: Lover’s Enigma Starts Strong
Lover's Enigma, a new otome game with thriller elements from FallenCranberry Studio, starts strong with striking visuals and an unsettling atmosphere but is hampered by bugs and rushed relationship development. While the mystery and artistic direction are praised, the game suffers from frequent crashes and underdeveloped romantic routes, making it more of a thriller than a dating sim. The game is available for PC and has received patches to address some issues.
18 amazing indie games you missed during Summer Game Fest week
Summer 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.
