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Gombo Early Access
Gombo, a co-op action-adventure game developed by Martin Cochet and published by FDG Entertainment, is now available in Early Access on PC via Steam. The game features a "Cuphead-style" art direction and promises to uncover "dark secrets."
Demos and Freebies
The roguelike side-scrolling co-op action game Maximum Thunderness has released a demo on Steam for PC. The game features players battling space alien criminals.
Mouthwashing Dev’s New Game Looks Like A Big Departure From Its Predecessor
Wrong Organ's new game, Carcass Clad, marks a significant departure from their previous horror title, Mouthwashing. This upcoming three-player co-op experience shifts focus from survival to controlling a tank crew in a war-torn city. The game is set for a PC release and is available for wishlisting on Steam.
To the delight of its skateboarding aliens, I have failed to solo Saturday morning cartoon-styled co-op roguelike Maximum Thunderness as if I have four hands
Maximum Thunderness is a co-op roguelike shooter from Berzerk Studio, featuring skateboarding aliens and Saturday morning cartoon aesthetics. The game plays similarly to Hades 2, with players choosing ability augmentations after clearing short highway-like chambers. While the demo is available on Steam, the author questions if the game's premise has enough depth to stand out in the crowded roguelike genre.
State of Decay 3 dev wanted the first gameplay trailer to show off how much higher the game's quality is, but promises deeper systems are still there
Undead Labs showcased the first gameplay trailer for State of Decay 3, confirming all footage was captured in-engine and highlighting improved visual quality. Creative director Kevin Patzelt stated the game is built in Unreal Engine 5 and will feature deeper systems like settlement building and co-op, with a target release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Subnautica 2 – Hands-On with the Co-op Ocean Survival Hype
Subnautica 2 is now available in early access, offering a co-op survival experience focused on ocean exploration and base building. The game retains core mechanics from its predecessor but introduces non-lethal defense options and a cooperative multiplayer mode. While the developer aims to preserve vulnerability, the current defensive tools require refinement, though co-op gameplay is highlighted as a major strength.
Round Up: Every Switch 1 & 2 Announcement From Summer Game Fest's Weekend Showcases
Summer Game Fest 2026 featured numerous announcements for the Nintendo Switch, including a variety of indie titles and some ports of existing games. Showcases like Geoff Keighley's Opening Show, Day of the Devs, Southeast Asian Games Showcase, Wholesome Direct, and others revealed new games and DLC across multiple genres.
Carcass Clad, the Mouthwashing team's next game, is a horrifying co-op tank game, announced at the PC Gaming Show
Wrong Organ, the developers of Mouthwashing, have announced their next game, Carcass Clad. This co-op horror title features players controlling a corpse-clad tank in a ruined cityscape. The game was revealed at the PC Gaming Show and is available to wishlist on Steam.
Can You Samurai? Renowned Expeditions Series Heads to Feudal Japan in a New Turn-Based RPG
Expeditions: Samurai, a new historical turn-based RPG from Campfire Cabal and THQ Nordic, is set in feudal Japan around the year 1600. Players will navigate a branching narrative shaped by their decisions, featuring dynamic turn-based combat and drop-in/drop-out co-op. The game is planned for PC release this Summer and will be available via Early Access.
First-person stealth-action horror P.O.N. surpasses 800,000 wishlists on Steam
Independent publisher Spaghetti Cat and developer Team VAC announced that their upcoming first-person stealth-action horror game, P.O.N., has surpassed 800,000 wishlists on Steam. The game, which was revealed during the PCGS Showcase, features players operating as criminals in a world hunted by "superheroes."
🚨We're In Trouble Demo Coming to Steam Next Fest on June 15!
The co-op stealth game We're In Trouble will release a demo on Steam for PC during Steam Next Fest, running from June 15 to June 22. Players must work together to move a body undetected, navigating realistic physics and avoiding security.
Sonic Pico Park Preview – Gotta Go Fast With Friends
Sonic Pico Park is an upcoming co-op puzzle-platformer that was previewed at Summer Game Fest. Players control Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy, working together to solve environmental puzzles using abilities like spin-dashes and character-specific moves. The game emphasizes chaotic fun and accessibility, making it suitable for both Sonic fans and newcomers.
"It is alive": the makers of 2024 horror GOTY Mouthwashing are back with perhaps the most dreadful World War tank sim you'll ever play
Developers Wrong Organ, known for the horror game Mouthwashing, have announced Carcass Clad, a co-op tank simulation game inspired by the 1939 Winter War. Players will collaborate to operate a tank in a war-torn city, facing off against enemies adorned with grotesque "divine livestock." The game emphasizes teamwork and strategic operation over narrative, aiming for a brutal and challenging experience.
Valheim 1.0 release date announced, so prepare to ward off "ancient evils and lurking threats" in its treacherously icy final biome
Valheim's 1.0 release, scheduled for September 9th, will introduce the Deep North, a new icy biome filled with ancient threats. Developers Iron Gate Studios describe the region as a treacherous final frontier for the co-op Viking survival game. The update aims to provide a worthy conclusion to the Valheim journey.
Every game, trailer, and announcement in the PC Gaming Show 2026
The PC Gaming Show 2026 showcased over 60 games, including more than 20 world premieres, with a focus on roguelites, deck-builders, and action RPGs. Many titles featured demos or playtests available on Steam, with announcements ranging from new DLC for existing games to entirely new IPs. The event also included interviews and behind-the-scenes looks at upcoming PC titles.
If you've ever thought to yourself 'Yeah, me and my mates could probably take on Batman' then P.O.N is the next horror game you should check out
P.O.N is a new first-person stealth-action horror game where players complete missions for criminal syndicates while evading deadly superheroes. The game, which flips the traditional superhero narrative, was showcased at the PC Gaming Show and is scheduled for release in Q2 2027. It emphasizes co-op gameplay, with players having a better chance of survival when sticking together.
From the creators of Mouthwashing comes a co-op tank game with a disgusting twist
Carcass Clad is a new co-op tank game from Wrong Organ, the developers of Mouthwashing, revealed at the PC Gaming Show. The game features a unique twist where vehicles are armored with animals and players must manage roles like commander, driver, and gunner. It plays as a roguelike with runs broken into levels separated by safe rooms for upgrades.
This co-op clown cacophony crams over 80 minigames into a single videogame
Clowntown, a new co-op party game featuring over 80 minigames, was revealed at the PC Gaming Show. Designed for two to eight players, it offers various modes including cooperative campaigns, competitive play, and quick party options. The game is available to wishlist on Steam.
Indie climbing game rebrands and debuts unconventional tools like pogo sticks to help you reach the Sunset Summit
The co-op climbing game formerly known as Rise has been rebranded as Sunset Summit by developers Joe and Andrew Fender and publisher Future Friends Games. The game features unconventional tools like pogo sticks and delivery drones to help players ascend a mountain, and supports up to eight players with proximity chat, as well as offline solo play. A demo is available on Steam.
MOUTHWASHING devs announce tank horror game Carcass Clad
Developer Wrong Organ has announced Carcass Clad, a new three-person co-op horror game where players operate a tank. The game features tactile mechanics and unique roles for each crew member. Carcass Clad is in development for Windows PC via Steam, with no release date announced yet.
