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John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando Review – Style Over Substance in This Zombie Horde Shooter
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a zombie horde shooter that prioritizes style over substance, featuring a rushed and underdeveloped story with repetitive missions and empty maps. While the core gameplay of fighting hordes can be fun, the lack of personality in characters and enemies, coupled with an abrupt ending and mandatory online connection issues, detracts from the experience.
Dragonkin: The Banished Unleashes A New Slaying Adventure On Xbox, PlayStation And PC
Dragonkin: The Banished, a new hack-and-slash action RPG developed by EKO Software and published by Nacon, has been released on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features four distinct hero classes, deep character customization through the Ancestral Grid system, and online co-op for up to four players. A Blood Scales Edition is available now, with the Standard Edition launching on March 19th.
How multiplayer works In Slay The Spire 2
Slay the Spire 2 offers a transformative multiplayer experience that significantly alters character building and combat strategy. The co-op mode, especially with four players, shifts the methodical roguelike into a chaotic yet fun experience, with unique mechanics for combat, map progression, and reward distribution.
Cozy van life game Outbound drops gameplay loop trailer and physical editions ahead of April launch
The cozy co-op campervan simulation game Outbound, developed by Square Glade Games, has released a new trailer showcasing its four-player gameplay loop. Physical editions, including a standard version with soundtrack and DLC, and a collector's edition with additional merchandise, will be available alongside the digital release.
Pode finally gets Xbox release
Indie developer Henchman & Goon has released the co-op puzzle-platformer Pode for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. The game was originally launched for Nintendo Switch in 2018, followed by PlayStation 4 in 2019 and PC in 2020. Pode features two characters, a rock and a fallen star, working together to solve puzzles in an environment inspired by Norwegian art and culture.
Victorian co-op horror game CORDURA announced
Publisher and developer Garage51 has announced CORDURA, a new co-op psychological horror game set in Victorian-era England. The game is in development for PC and PlayStation 5, featuring procedural maps, proximity voice chat, and a mimic system where the darkness can imitate allies. CORDURA supports up to 4 players, with a dynamic difficulty system scaling for solo or group play.
Ghost of Yōtei: Legends Unlocks Quickplay for Survival Missions, Nerfs Archer’s Ultimate
Sucker Punch Productions has released patch 1.511 for Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, introducing several balance changes and quality-of-life improvements. Quickplay for Survival Missions is now unlocked by default, and leaderboards will display active Challenge Cards and remaining time. The Archer's True Aim Yumi ultimate ability has been significantly nerfed, while currency rewards for dismantling gear have been increased.
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide Beyond the Hive Update Adds Expeditions Mode
Fatshark's "Beyond the Hive" update for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide introduces a new Expeditions Mode, launching March 17, 2026. This free update allows players to explore the hostile wastelands outside the city of Tertium for the first time, featuring dynamic runs, environmental threats, new weapons, and a new enemy type, the Ogryn Pack Master.
Outbreak: Shades of Horror Devours XPA with Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Dead Drop Studios announced that their co-op survival horror title, Outbreak: Shades of Horror, will release on Xbox Series X|S in 2026. Players will experience a zombie apocalypse in Cypress Ridge, with the game featuring cross-platform multiplayer.
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This article rounds up recent trailers and developer updates for several games. It features a co-op trailer for Clean Up Earth, an Operation Deep Freeze trailer for Killing Floor 3, an introduction to Kintsugiyama and The Legend of California, and a developer diary for The Occultist.
Ghost Ship Games announce the early access release date for Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core
Ghost Ship Games and Coffee Stain have announced that Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core will launch in Early Access on May 20. This co-op roguelike spin-off of Deep Rock Galactic will feature progression-based upgrades and rewards. A playtest is also available for players to sign up for on Steam.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando Review | TheXboxHub
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando blends 80s action movie aesthetics with zombie-slaying co-op gameplay. Developed by Saber Interactive, the first-person shooter features four distinct characters, nine campaigns, and a focus on fast-paced, chaotic combat against hordes of enemies. The game aims for a tongue-in-cheek tone, offering both solo and multiplayer experiences with a strong emphasis on teamwork and explosive action.
What We Played – Marathon, Toxic Commando & Monster Hunter Stories 3
Several gaming outlets shared their recent playtime, with Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection being highlighted as a strong entry in the series. Other titles frequently mentioned include Marathon, Toxic Commando, and Pokopia, with various staff members sharing their experiences across multiple genres like RPGs, shooters, and horror.
Directive 8020 Couch Co-op Trailer
A new co-op trailer has been released for the game Directive 8020. The trailer highlights the game's cooperative gameplay features.
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando Comparison Reveals Differences Across PC, PS5, and Xbox
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a co-op romp reminiscent of Left 4 Dead and Call of Duty Zombies. The article compares the game's differences across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox platforms.
Deep Dish Dungeon Trailer Delves Into the Delicious Gameplay
Behold Studios and Raw Fury have released a new trailer for Deep Dish Dungeon, showcasing its culinary gameplay, monster battling, platforming, and puzzle-solving elements. The trailer also highlights the game's unique 3D pixelated visuals and reveals a fall 2026 release window. The game allows for solo or co-op play for up to three players, focusing on exploration, resource gathering, crafting, and cooking.
Directive 8020 Gets A Creepy New Co-op Focused Trailer
Supermassive Games has released a new trailer for Directive 8020, highlighting its co-op gameplay mechanics. The horror title, launching May 12th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, will feature offline co-op for up to five players, with online multiplayer planned post-launch. Players will navigate a dangerous alien planet as crew members of a crashed colony ship.
If You Loved Space Marine 2, Toxic Commando Might Be Your Next Co-op Fix
Toxic Commando is presented as a potential successor to Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 for players seeking a chaotic co-op experience. While Space Marine 2 emphasizes disciplined, weighty combat, Toxic Commando aims for personality-driven chaos with a B-movie aesthetic. Both games share core co-op shooter pillars like readable combat, emergent storytelling, and engaging mission flow, suggesting Toxic Commando could appeal to squads who enjoyed the camaraderie and intense moments of Space Marine 2.
Blight: Survival Gets New Trailer to Celebrate 1.5 Million Wishlists, More Details Revealed
Haenir Studio and Behaviour Interactive released a new trailer for their co-op action horror game Blight: Survival, celebrating over 1.5 million wishlists on Steam. Senior creative director Ashley Pannell discussed the game's development, community engagement, and its blend of extraction and round-based elements, emphasizing a focus on risk-reward in combat and exploration. The game is in development for PC with no release date announced.
Blight: Survival Remerges After 1.5 Million Steam Wishlists and a Viral Trailer With a New Look at Gameplay - IGN
Blight: Survival has resurfaced with a new gameplay trailer and a promise of major updates in 2026, following the accumulation of 1.5 million Steam wishlists. Developers Haenir Studio and publisher Behaviour Interactive are planning small-scale playtests to refine the medieval co-op action horror game, which features combat finishers and extraction elements.
