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Ubisoft talk up "unique, darker" Assassin's Creed Hexe, also promise their Invictus multiplayer game is making progress
Ubisoft provided an update on upcoming Assassin's Creed titles, confirming that Assassin's Creed Codename Invictus is progressing steadily and that the company aims to reintroduce co-op gameplay. Assassin's Creed Hexe is described as a unique, darker, narrative-driven experience, while post-release support for Assassin's Creed Shadows is winding down.
The Bizarre Lineage Raids Guide
This guide explains the Raid system in Bizarre Lineage, detailing how to initiate them, the rewards available, and strategies for completing each individual Raid. Raids are multiplayer co-op events that offer valuable items and currency, with specific tokens earned from each boss that can be exchanged for unique gear.
Slay The Spire 2 release countdown: Exact date and time
Slay the Spire 2 is set to launch in early access on March 5, with specific release times announced for various regions including 10am PT, 12pm CT, 1pm ET, 6pm UTC, and 7pm CET. The sequel to the popular roguelike deckbuilder will feature returning and new characters, enhanced gameplay mechanics, and a new co-op mode for up to four players.
Slapstick Co-Op Title Heave Ho 2 Launching This Summer
Heave Ho 2, a co-op title from Le Cartel Studio and Devolver Digital, is set to launch for PC and consoles this summer. The game will feature online and local co-op for up to four players across eight themed worlds. Alexandre Muttoni, co-founder of Le Cartel Studio, expressed enthusiasm for the game's ability to bring laughter and purpose.
Deadzone: Rogue – Indie World Showcase 3.3.2026
Deadzone: Rogue is a fast-paced roguelite first-person shooter where players fight for survival on a derelict space station. The game features procedurally generated levels, weapon and augment scavenging, and evolving biomechanical enemies, with both solo and co-op modes available. It is set to release on Nintendo Switch.
Everything Announced in the Indie World Showcase - March 3, 2026 - NintendoFuse
Nintendo showcased 18 upcoming indie games for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 during its Indie World Showcase. The event featured announcements for titles like Blue Prince, Rotwood, and Mixtape, with release dates spanning from March 2026 to Q4 2026. Several games will feature special versions for the Switch 2 and some will include Joy-Con 2 mouse controls.
Rotwood brings side-scrolling and a great art style to Switch 2 and PC today
Klei Entertainment's side-scrolling brawler Rotwood is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch. The game features loot gathering, combo attacks, and up to four-player co-op, building upon its Steam Early Access launch in April 2024. An earlier deal with Netflix for mobile versions was dissolved.
The PC game releases we're most excited about in March
March 2026 is set to be a busy month for PC game releases, featuring a variety of genres including the extraction shooter Marathon, the open-world action RPG Crimson Desert, and the horror remake Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Several other titles like Slay the Spire 2, Death Stranding 2, and SAND: Raiders of Sophie are also slated for release, alongside various game development events and Steam sales.
Cozy crafty Solarpunk shows its first-ever co-op gameplay in a new trailer
The crafting sim Solarpunk, developed by Cyberware, has revealed its first co-op gameplay trailer, showcasing up to 4-player cooperative experiences. Players can explore, gather resources, and build together without combat pressure. The game, which has over one million wishlists on Steam, is set to release on PC in 2026.
Superstar Chefs - A fun for all the family Arcade game for the C64 by Donut80
Donut80 has released a new Commodore 64 arcade game called Superstar Chefs, featuring 2-player co-op. Players help the chefs recover stolen recipes across various levels in Cocktail Land, defeating enemies and collecting fruit to progress. The game emphasizes modern controls with classic arcade energy.
In a world of serious videogames, the Valheim devs' new co-op dungeon crawler is a reminder that having fun is okay
Begraved, a new co-op dungeon crawler from developers who previously worked on Valheim, is highlighted as a fun and engaging experience. The game serves as a reminder that enjoyment is a key aspect of video games.
Teardown's multiplayer update rolls out next month, so start packing a voxel lorry with mates and explosives
Teardown is launching its multiplayer update in March, adding co-op campaign play, sandbox hijinks, and new game modes. Developer Tuxedo Labs also plans a multiplayer racing experience for later in the year. The update aims to enhance the game's longevity by introducing communal elements.
God of War: Sons of Sparta players can now unlock the two-player, endgame roguelike challenge by entering a code on…
Mega Cat Studios has made the endgame roguelike challenge mode, The Pit of Agonies, in God of War: Sons of Sparta accessible from the start menu on PlayStation 5. Players can now unlock this mode, which supports solo or two-player local co-op, by entering a specific code combination without needing to complete the main game first.
New Frostrail video delivers more survival train horror shooting plus weird underground Tomb Raider temples
The new gameplay overview for Frostrail, a co-op horror survival game from the developers of Barotrauma, reveals more than just train-based combat. The video showcases exploration of underground ruins with lush vegetation and Tomb Raider-esque architecture, adding a layer of mystery beyond the initial ice zombie encounters. The game is set to release in early access this year and will support both solo and co-op play.
Frostrail gets a new trailer to showcase its freezing train-survival gameplay
Frostrail, an open-world survival game where players manage a train traversing a frozen world, received a new gameplay trailer during IGN Fan Fest. The trailer showcases core mechanics like scavenging, combat against 'Revenants,' and train upgrades. Developed by FakeFish, the game is set to launch in Early Access later this year, with potential Linux support being considered.
Rescue Ops: Wildfire – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Rescue Ops: Wildfire is a new firefighting simulation game that allows players to battle wildfires solo or in co-op. The game features dynamic fire behavior, realistic wildland fire engines, and tactical support options. An open beta is currently available for players to sign up for.
Cleaner Company – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Cleaner Company is an upcoming online co-op game for up to four players where they take on the role of 'Star Wipers' tasked with cleaning abandoned space stations and other cosmic locations. Players will use various tools to clean up alien substances and extraterrestrial remains, gather resources to upgrade their gear, and work together to overcome dangerous creatures and uncover secrets. A beta sign-up is currently available.
Tales of Kenzera: ZAU's next venture is an extraction platformer fusion of Lethal Company and Garry's Mod called FixForce
Surgent Studios, known for Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, is developing a new game called FixForce, an extraction platformer that blends elements of Lethal Company and Garry's Mod. Players will cooperate with up to five friends to find parts to fix machines in a flooded, post-apocalyptic city, using a drill-wrench to build platforms. FixForce is set to launch in early access on March 12th.
Following fan backlash, God of War: Sons of Sparta's two-player roguelike challenge mode can now be accessed from the off
Following player feedback, Mega Cat Studios and Sony Santa Monica have provided a cheat code to unlock the two-player roguelike challenge mode, 'The Pit of Agonies,' in God of War: Sons of Sparta from the start. This mode can now be accessed without completing the main story on PlayStation 5.
Unlock God of War Sons of Sparta’s toughest challenge in The Pit
God of War Sons of Sparta players can now access The Pit, a new endgame roguelike challenge mode, earlier than intended by inputting a specific code on the main menu. This mode features local two-player co-op and introduces 'Agony' modifiers that increase difficulty and variety with each run. Completing runs rewards players with Symbols of Suffering and Ashes of Agony for permanent upgrades.
