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The Best Online Co-Op Games for Long-Distance Friends (2026) | TAG
This guide highlights the best online co-op games for maintaining friendships across long distances, emphasizing shared experiences over simple communication. It details games like It Takes Two, Deep Rock Galactic, and Baldur's Gate 3, noting platform availability, subscription requirements, and crossplay options. The article also stresses the importance of platform overlap, scheduling, and voice chat setup for a successful remote gaming experience.
Ocean Media Drops Four More Casual Adventures Onto Xbox
Ocean Media has released four new casual games on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S: Jewel Match Solitaire L’Amour, Perfect Klondike Solitaire, Faircroft’s Antiques: The Forbidden Crypt Collector’s Edition, and So Much Stuff Collector’s Edition. These titles cater to players seeking hidden-object hunts, card games, and relaxing puzzle experiences.
The Jackbox Party Pack 12 is the inevitable sequel to Party Pack 11
Jackbox Games has announced Jackbox Party Pack 12, the latest installment in their annual party game series, set to release on multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. While specific game details are under wraps, the pack promises five new experiences designed to engage players in various social and creative activities. The studio also revealed a deal with Netflix to bring Jackbox games to subscribers and is developing Trivia Murder Party 3.
SOEDESCO announces May 29 Steam release for Truck Driver: The American Dream
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai announced that Truck Driver: The American Dream will launch on Steam on May 29, 2026, following its release on PlayStation and Xbox. The PC version will include updates such as new missions, steering wheel support, a hunger system, and hardware ray tracing support, alongside a dedicated Steam Deck profile.
SOEDESCO® announces May 29 Steam release for Truck Driver: The American Dream
SOEDESCO and developer Kyodai announced that Truck Driver: The American Dream will launch on Steam for PC on May 29, 2026. The game, already available on PlayStation and Xbox, will receive simultaneous updates including new missions, steering wheel support, a hunger system, and graphical enhancements like ray tracing and DLSS/FSR support.
Next-Gen Xbox Project Helix Won't Get Much New Info In Today's Event, Exec Says
Xbox executive Jason Ronald confirmed that more details about the next-generation hybrid device, codenamed Project Helix, will be revealed later this year, potentially during the Xbox Games Showcase in June. An upcoming Xbox Game Dev Update event will recap GDC announcements for developers, focusing on how Project Helix, powered by a custom AMD SoC and next-gen DirectX, will benefit them. While developer systems are slated to ship in 2027, Microsoft has not yet announced a consumer launch timeline due to factors like AI-fueled memory and chip shortages impacting pricing and availability.
Borderlands 4 Switch 2 Port Could Still Happen, But It's Not A Priority Right Now
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that a Nintendo Switch port for Borderlands 4 is 'doable' but currently on pause, with Gearbox Software prioritizing PC and current-generation console versions. While support for the Switch platform has been shown, the primary focus remains on PlayStation and Xbox consoles. Development challenges and performance issues are being addressed before considering additional platform releases.
Xbox Makes Another Small But Significant Change With Revamped Start-Up Animation
Xbox has introduced a revamped start-up animation as part of an upcoming firmware update. The new animation features a brighter green logo and retains the iconic Xbox sound, aiming to signify a new chapter for the brand. CEO Asha Sharma shared the update, which will be available on May 13th.
Everything We Learned about Stranger Than Heaven During the Xbox Presents Showcase
RGG Studio revealed new details about their upcoming game, Stranger Than Heaven, during an Xbox Presents showcase. The studio shared key information about the title during the event.
Stranger Than Heaven sure looks like a Yakuza series prequel in its first 30-minute deep dive, oh and Snoop Dogg is here
RGG Studio has revealed Stranger Than Heaven, an action game that appears to be a prequel to the Yakuza series. Executive director Masayoshi Yokoyama showcased the game, which spans five cities across five decades and features a more brutal combat system with a focus on weapons. The game is set to launch in Winter 2026.
The Jackbox Party Pack 12 Announced
Jackbox Games has announced The Jackbox Party Pack 12, the latest installment in their popular party game series. It will feature five new games and is scheduled for release this autumn on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox platforms.
Business and Finance
Analysts suggest PC gamers purchase more games priced under $30 at launch compared to their PlayStation and Xbox counterparts. This trend is significantly reshaping the PC gaming market, according to Griffin Gaming Partners.
Mina The Hollower Is Officially Launching This Month
Yacht Club Games' new title, Mina the Hollower, is set to launch on May 29 for PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC, priced at $19.99. Despite a successful Kickstarter campaign, the company is facing financial difficulties and has stated that the game's sales are critical for its survival.
Parkour Action-Adventure Game Motorslice Drops Across PC and Consoles
The parkour action-adventure game Motorslice, developed by Regular Studio and published by Top Hat Studios, is now available on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox. Players control P, a character who navigates a brutalist, post-apocalyptic world filled with hostile machinery, utilizing parkour and a chainsaw to defeat colossal boss machines by climbing and dismantling them.
Stranger Than Heaven Is A Yakuza Prequel With A Star-Studded Cast
Stranger Than Heaven, a prequel to the Yakuza/Like A Dragon series, was revealed with a new presentation showcasing its gameplay and story. The game follows Makoto Daito across 50 years and five distinct periods in Japan's history, featuring a star-studded cast including Yu Shirota, Snoop Dogg, and Tori Kelly. It will be available on Xbox Game Pass this winter.
Hades 2 Review – God Tier Roguelike Action
Hades 2 is a masterfully crafted roguelike from Supergiant Games that expands upon its predecessor with more content and flashier action, though it is less focused. The game follows Melinoe, sister of Zagreus, as she battles the titan Chronos. While the core gameplay loop remains, Melinoe introduces new combat mechanics and abilities, and the game features a vast amount of dialogue and progression systems, offering a larger, albeit sometimes messier, experience than the original.
Funcom won’t rule out Conan Exiles Enhanced for console as players triple its Steam concurrency
Funcom has stated that a console release for Conan Exiles Enhanced has not been ruled out, despite initial plans focusing solely on Steam PC. The studio cited capacity issues and the complexity of migrating from Unreal Engine 4 to Unreal Engine 5 as reasons for the staggered launch. The PC version has seen a significant surge in player concurrency following the update.
Borderlands 4 On Switch 2 Is "Doable," Take-Two Says After Gearbox Said Platform Was "Perfect" For It
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that developing Borderlands 4 for the Nintendo Switch is "doable" but has been indefinitely paused to address PC version issues first. Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford previously described the Switch as "perfect" for the game. Zelnick also confirmed that PlayStation and Xbox remain Take-Two's primary console platforms.
Minecraft 26.20 update out now, patch notes
Minecraft has released update version 26.20, introducing new features like Sulfur Cubes and Sulfur Springs, along with significant accessibility improvements including customizable closed captions. The update also brings various bug fixes and gameplay tweaks across multiple platforms, with a new Party System beta available on Xbox, Windows, Android, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Reggie-Fils Aime discusses what went wrong with Wii U
Former Nintendo of America boss Reggie Fils-Aime discussed the Wii U's commercial failure, citing issues with product release timelines and a lack of compelling software compared to competitors. He also revealed that the Nintendo Switch's launch planning began during a meeting with the late Satoru Iwata, who had learned his cancer had returned.
