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Outbound will launch earlier than planned because of Subnautica 2
Square Glade Games has moved the release date for their game Outbound forward to May 11th on PC platforms to avoid a direct clash with the Early Access launch of Subnautica 2 on May 14th. The PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions of Outbound will still release on May 14th. Outbound is a co-op exploration game where players travel in an upgradable camper.
25+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Weekend Offer Sale (Europe)
The European PlayStation Store is hosting a Weekend Offer sale featuring numerous PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 games at reduced prices until May 4th, 2026. The sale includes highly-rated titles such as A Plague Tale: Innocence, Dead Space, and Burnout Paradise Remastered, among many others.
Subnautica 2 early access launches globally on May 14, and here’s when it goes live in your region
Subnautica 2 will launch into early access globally on May 14, 2026, with Unknown Worlds announcing specific release times for various regions. The game will be priced at approximately $29.99 USD, with regional pricing to follow. The announcement was accompanied by a trailer and follows the game's move to self-publishing on Steam after a legal incident with Nexon.
Far Far West is Steam's latest indie success story, racking up 250,000 sales and a 97% rating in just two days
Far Far West, an extraction shooter with a fantasy Old West theme developed by Evil Raptor, has achieved significant success on Steam, selling 250,000 copies and earning a 97% positive rating within its first two days. The game supports up to four-player co-op and features a blend of cowboy weaponry and elemental magic. Currently in Early Access with a launch discount, its price is expected to increase upon full release.
'A galaxy of new Star Wars games' and more are coming to Fortnite to celebrate Star Wars Day
Fortnite is celebrating Star Wars Day with a month-long event featuring new game modes, cosmetics, and creator-made islands. Epic Games and Lucasfilm have introduced three new modes: Galactic Siege, Escape Vader, and Droid Tycoon. The event also includes new quests, skins for The Clone Wars characters, and previews of upcoming Star Wars content, including The Mandalorian and Grogu.
Forest Escape: Last Train - Final Playtest!
FragLab and Two Cakes Studio have announced a limited-time public playtest for their co-op horror exploration game, Forest Escape: Last Train. The playtest is available on Steam from May 1 to March 15, 2026, and supports 1-4 players. Players must repair a locomotive, solve puzzles, and escape a twisted realm inspired by The Escape Backrooms.
Dream Team Supreme Demo Drops Before Steam Deckbuilder Fest | HappyGamer
Big Adventure has released a public demo for their co-op roguelike deckbuilder, Dream Team Supreme, which features players controlling mechs fighting absurd kaiju. The demo aims to build hype before the upcoming Steam Deckbuilder Fest, highlighting the game's unique dual-deck management and cartridge positioning mechanics. The studio emphasizes that co-op was a core design element, differentiating it from other titles in the increasingly crowded deckbuilder genre.
Bounty Brawl: Most Wanted Brings 4-Player Co-Op Roguelite Action May 28 | HappyGamer
Bounty Brawl: Most Wanted, a 4-player co-op roguelite shooter from developer Nanuq and publisher Infini Fun, is set to launch on PC via Steam on May 28. The game features a unique narrative tension where players cooperate to defeat criminals but then compete against each other for the bounty. It aims to carve out a niche by integrating betrayal directly into its world and characters, offering a distinct experience in the co-op genre.
Wreck Runners Playtests Now Live for Co-Op Horror Extraction Game
Disruptive Games has announced Wreck Runners, a co-op horror extraction game set in the Bermuda Triangle, which is currently available for PC via Steam playtests until May 11. Players work for the Trustwell Corporation, tasked with salvaging scrap and surviving dangerous creatures and environmental hazards within the shifting world. The game emphasizes multiplayer teamwork, physics-driven chaos, and unpredictable extraction moments.
Subnautica 2 Launches in Early Access on May 14
Unknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 will launch in Early Access on May 14 for PC and Xbox Series X|S, priced at $29.99. The sequel introduces optional four-player co-op and builds upon the series' exploration and survival mechanics with new tools and threats. The game has been a top wishlisted title on Steam for nine months.
Arctic Drive – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Arctic Drive is a first-person co-op driving survival game where up to four players navigate a procedurally generated frozen wasteland in customizable off-road rigs. Players must scavenge for supplies, manage vehicle repairs and upgrades, and contend with dynamic weather and day-night cycles to survive. Beta sign-ups are now open for players interested in experiencing the harsh Arctic environment.
Subnautica 2 sets a May 14 early access date as Krafton’s Q1 2026 financials soar thanks to PUBG
Unknown Worlds announced that Subnautica 2 will launch in Early Access on May 14 for $29.99 USD on PC and Xbox Series consoles. The sequel introduces a new alien ocean world, expanded survival systems, and optional four-player co-op. This news comes as Krafton announced record Q1 2026 financials, largely attributed to PUBG.
SUBNAUTICA 2, THE NO.1 WISHLISTED GAME ON STEAM FOR NINE CONSECUTIVE MONTHS, LAUNCHES IN EARLY ACCESS ON MAY 14
Subnautica 2 will launch in Early Access on May 14 for PC and Xbox Series consoles, priced at £25.99 GBP/€29.99 EUR. The sequel features a new alien ocean world, expanded survival systems, and introduces optional four-player co-op for the first time. Unknown Worlds CEO Ted Gill expressed excitement for player feedback during the Early Access period.
Former Splash Damage Veterans Form Underdog to Build ZERO Sievert 2, the Co-op Sequel to the Cult Indie Extraction Hit
Underdog, a new studio formed by former Splash Damage veterans, has announced ZERO Sievert 2, the co-op sequel to the cult indie extraction shooter ZERO Sievert. The game will feature multiplayer co-op, deeper lore, new systems, and an evolved 2.5D visual style. The original ZERO Sievert, created by Luca Carbonera of CABO Studio, has sold over 600,000 copies on Steam.
Hardhats: Some Survival Required Announced
VoxRay Games has announced Hardhats: Some Survival Required, a co-op building adventure game. The voxel-powered title is set to release soon on PC via Steam, as showcased in its official announcement trailer.
Subnautica 2’s early access reveal means the wait is almost over
Subnautica 2 will launch into early access on May 14, 2026, for PC via Steam and Epic Games, and Xbox Series X. The upcoming open-world survival game from Unknown Worlds Entertainment will feature co-op gameplay. The article also touches on a recent legal dispute between Unknown Worlds Entertainment and its publisher Krafton, which has resulted in Krafton no longer being listed as the publisher.
Blood: Refreshed Supply gets Nintendo Switch release date, 120 FPS support and more
Blood: Fresh Supply will be released on Nintendo Switch on May 7, 2026, with enhanced features including support for up to 120 FPS, 4K resolution, and split-screen for up to six players. The horror-themed FPS follows Caleb's quest for revenge and includes the original game with its add-ons, remastered cutscenes, and new content.
Legendary Deus Ex and Thief director Warren Spector is back with a new game — it’s a stealth-heist-em-up called Thick as Thieves, and even the price is a steal at just five bucks on Steam
Legendary Deus Ex and Thief director Warren Spector is returning with a new game called Thick as Thieves, a solo and co-op stealth-heist game set in a fictional Scottish city. The game will launch for PC on May 20, 2026, with a surprisingly low price of $4.99 / £4.99. It features two large maps, 16 missions, and dynamic elements designed for replayability, with plans for future content updates.
"Co-op makes everything significantly more difficult" - How Subnautica 2's addition of multiplayer required ground-up rethinking of the survival classic
Unknown Worlds Entertainment's Anthony Gallegos and Scott MacDonald discuss the challenges and design decisions behind implementing four-player co-op in Subnautica 2. They explain how the addition of multiplayer required a ground-up rethinking of core mechanics to maintain the survival classic's spirit while offering new, shared terrifying experiences and addressing player quality-of-life requests like non-shared inventories.
THE SWASHBUCKLING PIRATE GAME WINDROSE CELEBRATES OVER 1.5 MILLION SALES WITH NEW ACCOLADES TRAILER
The co-op pirate survival-adventure game Windrose has sold over 1.5 million copies since its Early Access launch. Developer Kraken Express released a new accolades trailer to celebrate the milestone and detailed recent patches that improved performance and added building pieces. Future content drops will include a new biome called the Ashlands.