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Shape Of Dreams Review | TheXboxHub
Shape of Dreams is a compelling action roguelite that blends dream and reality, now available on Xbox after its PC release. The game features randomized runs with permanent upgrades, distinct travelers with unique combat styles, and deep customization options. Its gorgeous cel-shaded visuals and slick four-player crossplay co-op make it a standout title, especially on Game Pass.
Upcoming PC Survival Mystery Hello Sunshine Debuts a New Trailer
Megabit Publishing and Red Thread Games revealed a new trailer for their upcoming PC survival mystery, Hello Sunshine, at the PC Gaming Show: Tokyo Direct. The game tasks players with surviving a sun that actively tries to kill them, utilizing a giant robot's shadow for protection during the day and managing resources at night. Hello Sunshine will feature both single-player and co-op modes and is available to wishlist on Steam.
PAX West 2026 - Scenes from the Show Floor
PAX West 2026 highlighted a strong showing of indie games, with major publishers like Nintendo and Capcom absent. The event featured new sections like the Indie Incubator and Artist Alley, drawing large crowds to independent developers. Several promising titles were showcased, including the roguelite FPS MURDEER, the JRPG-inspired Terra Nova: Legend of the Runes, and the physics-based 3D platformer The Box is Alive.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for September 28 to October 2
This weekly feature highlights new games coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between September 28 and October 2. Titles include Minecraft Dungeons II, Gears of War: E-Day, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and a remastered The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, among many others across various genres.
Review: Heave Ho 2 (Switch 2)
Heave Ho 2 offers a chaotic and joyful co-op party experience where players control wobbly blobs with long arms to navigate obstacles. While the imprecise controls are part of the fun, they can also lead to frustration, especially when playing with less experienced friends. The game features diverse visuals and constantly shifting objectives, keeping gameplay engaging across its Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 releases.
Arc Raiders ska testa ett PvE-läge i oktober
Embark Studios will test a PvE-only mode for Arc Raiders from October 13-20, responding to player demand for a cooperative experience without PvP conflict. This mode will offer a different loot value and exclude certain map conditions designed for higher tension.
Stage Fright Brings Cute Horror and Co-op Chaos From the Makers of Overcooked!
Stage Fright, a new two-player co-op adventure from Ghost Town Games, the creators of Overcooked!, is set to bring cute horror and chaotic puzzle-solving. The game features an emphasis on teamwork and communication as players explore a mysterious town, with a charming yet eerie presentation. It is planned for PC and Nintendo Switch, with the release date yet to be announced.
Nodusfall Team Doesn’t Want Difficulty to Be an Obstacle For New Players
HoYoverse's upcoming mythology-themed action game, Nodusfall, is designed to be accessible to new players, with the studio aiming to avoid difficulty being a barrier. While featuring challenging boss fights and co-op gameplay, the game will also offer story elements blending various mythologies and social activities. Nodusfall is currently targeting a PC release and will not feature a gacha system for character unlocks.
Aniimo Launches on Mobile with Cross-Play, Cross-Progression and Co-Op Features
Pawprint Studio's creature-catching RPG Aniimo has launched on mobile devices, featuring full cross-play and cross-progression with its PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S versions. The game offers over 200 creatures to collect, a Twining mechanic to merge with creatures, and extensive co-op features.
A new Monster Hunter World seamless co-op mod tackles the RPG's most frustrating issue
A new mod for Monster Hunter World, developed by 'Huntardy', aims to significantly improve the game's co-op experience by addressing frustrating campaign progression issues. The mod allows players to seamlessly join quests, run around hubs together, and bypass the cutscene gate that previously hindered multiplayer play.
Nodusfall Hands-On Preview: It’s Hoyoverse’s New One About Squadding Up and Killing Really, Really Big Monsters
The preview of HoYoverse's upcoming game Nodusfall highlights its impressive co-op gameplay and satisfying combat against large monsters. Despite the action game genre currently lacking innovation, Nodusfall stands out with its engaging mechanics and management features.
"There is no easy answer anymore, there's no kind of playbook" – Secret Mode is hedging its bets with two very different pillars
Independent UK publisher Secret Mode is experiencing significant growth by focusing on two distinct pillars: 'pure indie' titles and higher-budget games like Star Wars: Galactic Racer. The company, which recently separated from Sumo Digital and Tencent, is also exploring a 'caretaker development' model for existing titles and emphasizes the importance of discoverability in the current market.
Mecha Mayhem – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Mecha Mayhem, a physics-based robot fighting game, is opening beta sign-ups. Players control a customizable maintenance droid that can salvage and equip enemy parts, exploring a persistent roguelike world map solo or in co-op. The game also features a freeplay mode with AI opponents trained using machine learning.
A developer with no games on Steam now has the store's third-most-wishlisted game, behind Light No Fire and…
The airline comedy co-op game Dear Passengers, developed by the mobile-focused studio Flexus, has become Steam's third-most-wishlisted game, surpassing titles like Fable and Resident Evil Veronica. Flexus, which has never released a game on Steam before, has achieved this remarkable feat with Dear Passengers, a game fitting the 'friendslop' trend, amassing 2 million wishlists by July 31st.
The best Elden Ring mod is coming to the worst Dark Souls game tomorrow, and the new seamless co-op also has prox chat…
A highly anticipated seamless co-op mod for Dark Souls 2, developed by modder Yui, is set to release on September 22nd. The mod will also feature proximity chat and various quality-of-life improvements, aiming to enhance the game's playability and challenge.
Dark Souls 2 now has seamless co-op, from the same creator as Elden Ring's
A modder known as 'Yui' has released a seamless co-op mod for Dark Souls 2: Scholar of the First Sin, allowing up to six players to complete the entire game together. This mod, following similar successful projects for Elden Ring and other FromSoftware titles, synchronizes NPC dialogue, removes area restrictions, and includes proximity chat for PvP. While the mod makes the game easier, it features customizable balance options and an optional difficulty mechanic for experienced players.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 – 15 Things We Know So Far
Minecraft Dungeons II is set to expand upon its predecessor with a new interconnected world called the Sift, featuring new mobs, items, and a boss called the Twisted Warden. The sequel introduces deeper buildcrafting with expanded combat slots and a four-piece armor system, unlimited projectile ammo, and the long-awaited addition of a jump mechanic. It will launch on September 29th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, with cross-play and enhanced co-op features.
Take to the skies and shoot your mates in the face with a shotgun in Fish & Ships
A trailer for the co-op airship game Fish & Ships was revealed during the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct 2026. The game features fish piloting an airship, engaging in aerial combat with shotguns and throwable boxes, and navigating hazardous environments. Players can wishlist the title on Steam, though a release date has not yet been announced.
Robots versus fungi FPS Mycopunk is leaving early access next month
The co-op focused, robot versus fungi first-person shooter Mycopunk will be leaving early access and launching its 1.0 version on October 20. Developed by Pigeons at Play, the game tasks players with completing missions on alien planets to eradicate fungal infestations. The full release will be available on Steam, with the early access version playable now.
Paper co-op deckbuilder Hellcard 2 has a new demo that you can play right now
A new co-op demo for Hellcard 2, the sequel to the highly-rated roguelite deckbuilder Hellcard, is now available to play on Steam. The game features a unique papercraft aesthetic and allows for both solo and online co-op play, with a full release planned for 2027.
