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Zwamman launches July 28, demo available now
Zwamman, a single-screen puzzle game where players use a spotlight to guide the hero through dark forests to find crystals, is set to release on July 28 for PC. A demo is currently available on Steam and Itch. The game features infinite puzzles with 10 difficulty levels and supports local co-op.
Rome has fallen and the gods are missing. Lead the rebuilding effort in new survival game Romestead
The co-op survival crafting game Romestead has launched in Early Access on Steam, developed by Beartwigs and published by Three Friends. The game tasks players with rebuilding civilization after the fall of Ancient Rome, featuring resource management, combat against various enemies, and a mechanic to reconnect with the gods. The developers plan for an early access period of one to two years, with future updates including more biomes, bosses, and features.
Burglin’ Gnomes launch press release June 10th 2026
Finnish indie developer Fobri announced that their debut game, Burglin' Gnomes, will launch on Steam on June 10, 2026. This chaotic co-op adventure features procedurally generated houses, 6-player online co-op, and scaling difficulty. The game draws inspiration from titles like Lethal Company, focusing on emergent gameplay through player tasks and interactions.
Escape Simulator Breaks Out Onto XBOX Game Pass
The co-op puzzle game Escape Simulator has launched on Xbox Game Pass, Windows PC Store, and PC Game Pass. Players can tackle over 30 original escape rooms solo or with up to 8 players online, with cross-platform multiplayer support. The game also features a room editor for PC players to create and share their own escape rooms.
Escape Simulator Breaks Out On Xbox And Game Pass
Escape Simulator, developed by Pine Studio, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC with full Play Anywhere support, and is available on Game Pass. The game offers 28 official escape rooms and over 4000 community-created rooms, emphasizing online co-op gameplay.
Here Are Your Free PlayStation Plus Essential Monthly Games For June, 2026
PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers will receive Grounded: Fully Yoked Edition, Nickelodeon: All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide for free starting June 2, 2026. All three titles are multiplayer-focused, offering co-op and competitive experiences on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
Living Hell is a horrifying indie game built around multiplayer
Living Hell is an upcoming co-op indie horror game developed by Joe Fender, known for Devour. Up to four players will team up to survive the mutated creatures of Pelican City, presented in a PlayStation 1-era pixelated art style. The game is planned for a 2026 release on Windows PC via Steam and will feature procedurally changing environments, unique characters, and proximity voice chat.
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core Early Access Review – No, No, Dig Up
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core, a spin-off from Ghost Ship Games, attempts to blend the original's co-op mining shooter gameplay with roguelite elements. While it features familiar weapons and enemies, the developer insists on a different vibe, focusing on a squad of operatives sent to reclaim a darkened planet. The review highlights issues with the roguelite structure's implementation in co-op, particularly regarding upgrade distribution and the timed nature of runs, suggesting the game needs further refinement during its early access period.
Peak's success helped Aggro Crab commit to co-op, says studio head: 'We thought we were a character action…
Aggro Crab studio head Nick Kaman stated that the success of their game Peak, developed in collaboration with Landfall Games, has shifted the studio's focus towards co-op experiences. Previously considering themselves a character action studio, the positive reception and energy gained from Peak and Content Warning have led them to explore social game mechanics further in their upcoming title, Crashout Crew.
Jump Into Early Access Soulslike Co-op Action With Serpent’s Gaze Out Now
Feeble Minds has launched their 1-4 player co-op soulslike game, Serpent's Gaze, into Early Access on Steam for PC. The game features handcrafted levels, a build-creation system inspired by roguelikes, and a 'Curse' system for escalating difficulty. The developers are seeking community feedback to improve the game towards its 1.0 release.
Dawn of War 2 review (2009)
This 2009 PC Gamer review of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II highlights its shift from traditional RTS mechanics to a more squad-based, RPG-like experience. While praised for its tactical depth and satisfying co-op, the review notes a lack of variety in missions and limited unit customization as significant drawbacks compared to the original game.
NEW CO-OP FANTASY/HORROR "BLACKROOTS" IS ANNOUNCED
Dizzy Games announced Blackroots, a debut co-op fantasy horror game set to release in Q2 2027. Players will work together or alone to fight a dark force known as Ul'vorran, purging corruption and breaking pacts. The game will feature Story Mode and Purge Mode, along with mechanics like player sanity and a 'Madness Maze'.
Stealth-Action Heist Adventure Thick as Thieves with Co-Op Mode Drops on PC
The stealth-action heist game Thick as Thieves, developed by OtherSide Entertainment and published by Megabit Publishing, has launched on PC via Steam. The game features solo and two-player online co-op modes, set in an alternate-history 1910s Scotland where magic and technology collide. Players take on the role of a Thieves' Guild member undertaking heists with shifting security layouts and dynamic difficulty.
Monster Cleaning Sim KAIJU CLEANUP Reveals First Co-op Trailer
The first co-op trailer for the monster cleaning simulation game Kaiju Cleanup has been revealed, showcasing 2-4 player online multiplayer. Players will tackle massive monster messes in disaster zones, carving up remains, extracting toxic innards, and powerwashing detritus. The game is available to wishlist on Steam, with publisher Mythwright and developer Brightrock Games aiming for a future playtest.
Multiplayer heist-’em-up Thick as Thieves downgrades to two-person co-op as it fully launches
The multiplayer heist game Thick as Thieves has fully launched, shifting its focus from PvPvE to singleplayer and two-player co-op. Players can experience dynamic stealth gameplay in a 1910s-styled metropolis for $5. User reviews on Steam are mostly positive, with planned updates addressing graphics and controls.
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions Early Access and demo announced for Nintendo Switch 2
System Era Softworks and Devolver Digital announced that Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, a spin-off in the Astroneer universe, will launch in Early Access on June 11 for the Nintendo Switch 2. A free demo will be available starting June 4, with progress carrying over. The co-op-focused game tasks players with exploring worlds, completing objectives, and tackling space perils from the ESS Starseeker station.
Devolver Digital Confirms June 11 Launch for All-New Standalone Game STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions on PC, Consoles – Playtest Announced for Thrilling Co-op Space Adventures
Developer System Era Softworks and publisher Devolver Digital announced that STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions, a standalone game set in the Astroneer universe, will launch into Early Access on June 11 for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S. A public playtest for the co-op space adventure will begin on June 4.
STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions reveals June launch, public playtest, and content roadmap
Devolver Digital and System Era Softworks have announced that STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions will launch in Early Access on June 11th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. A public playtest for the co-op space exploration game is scheduled for June 4th, with progress carrying over to the full release. The game features cooperative exploration, base building, and survival elements.
SUBNAUTICA 2 SURPASSES 4 MILLION COPIES SOLD
Unknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 has sold over 4 million copies worldwide since its Early Access launch on May 14. The game achieved 1 million copies sold at launch and exceeded 2 million within 12 hours, with peak concurrent players on Steam reaching over 467,000. The sequel features optional co-op for up to four players and is built on Unreal Engine 5.
Announcing Grilluminati: Run a Cult, Fake a Restaurant, Feed a God
Belgian indie studios Anaxanthia and Godspear Games have announced Grilluminati, a co-op game where players manage a grill restaurant while secretly running a cult. The game, currently in development for PC, features up to four players working together to perform rituals, appease gods, and cover up evidence of their dark activities. A release date is yet to be announced, but a Steam page and reveal trailer have been released.
