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Heave Ho 2 locks in Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date, new trailer
Heave Ho 2 is set to launch on July 16, 2026, for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The sequel will feature 2-4 player online and local co-op and versus modes across eight new worlds, with new gadgets and mechanics. The game will be priced at $9.99 and will support GameShare functionality on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Marsupilami 2 – Salsa Palombia hands on playtest – quality platform fun, just like the good old days
Marsupilami 2 – Salsa Palombia is a "2.9D" platformer that captures the fun of classic games with its elastic-tailed jungle hero. Players can swap between three unique Marsupilamis to chain moves and explore four worlds, with local co-op, speed challenges, and competitive modes also included. The game is set to launch on September 3, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC, developed by Ocellus Studio and published by Microids.
Dog Man: Bark in Action coming to consoles and PC this fall — MP3s & NPCs
Dog Man: Bark in Action is coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PC this fall. The game features Dog Man and an expanded roster of playable characters, new worlds, and couch co-op. The story follows Dog Man's efforts to stop Dr. Scum from mind-controlling the city's inhabitants.
Play Goblin Cleanup for Free
Crisalu and Team17 have released a Dungeon Daddy Boss update for their co-op cleaning game, Goblin Cleanup, which is currently in Early Access. A new trailer showcases the update's features.
Another Promising PS5 Action RPG Gets 2026 Release Date
The action RPG Crimson Moon, developed and published by ProbablyMonsters, is set to release in September 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Players will control a half-angel, half-human hybrid defending humanity against demons and vampires in souls-inspired combat with co-op support.
Co-op Zombie Action 'Zombie Hamsters' Drops Free Demo on Steam
Developer Unigames LLP has released a free playable demo for their upcoming co-op zombie action game, Zombie Hamsters, on Steam. The game allows up to 4 players to control zombie hamsters escaping a laboratory, offering choices between chaotic mayhem or stealthy infiltration. The full release is scheduled for 2027.
Dog Man: Bark in Action announced for PC and consoles
Mindscape and Floor 84 Studio have announced Dog Man: Bark in Action, a new game based on Dav Pilkey's comic series. The game will feature over ten playable heroes, six new worlds, 60 levels, and local couch co-op. Dog Man: Bark in Action is set to launch this fall for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
ENTER THE MYSTERIOUS PURPLE LANDS IN DDoD'S UPDATED STEAM NEXT FEST DEMO
The Future Entertainment Company has released an updated demo for their top-down roguelite shooter, DDoD, for Steam Next Fest. This demo, refined through extensive playtesting, offers players a 1-2 hour experience exploring the mysterious Purple Lands, featuring new dungeons, gameplay improvements, and co-op support for up to four players.
Salvation Denied Releases Free Demo Ahead of Steam Next Fest
A free demo for the co-op building simulation game Salvation Denied is now available on Steam, featuring two playable missions. The full game is set to launch on PC in Fall 2026 and on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X in 2027. The demo incorporates player feedback from a previous open playtest.
HELLO DADDY! GOBLIN CLEANUP’S FIRST BOSS IS HERE TO PUT PLAYERS IN THEIR PLACE
Team17 and Crisalu Games have introduced the first boss, 'Dungeon Daddy,' to their co-op game Goblin Cleanup. The game is currently in Steam Early Access and will launch fully in 2027. A free weekend for the game is also running from June 11th to June 15th.
This turnip is on another level!
Jandusoft announced that Turnip Mountain, a new climbing game by solo developer Luke Sanderson, will be released on July 30th for all platforms, including PC. The game features a unique control system where each hand is controlled independently, with options for gamepad or two mice, and includes a local co-op mode.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Has 42 Skulls and Campaign Remix to Ensure Replayability
Halo: Campaign Evolved will feature 42 Skulls, which act as modifiers to alter gameplay, and a Campaign Remix mode designed to enhance replayability. The game will also support online co-op and two-player local split-screen with cross-platform play.
Gears of War: E-Day – 15 Major Details Before Launch
Gears of War: E-Day is set to launch on October 6th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with no PlayStation 5 version planned. The prequel focuses on the early days of the Locust War, showcasing the bond between Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago, and returns to urban combat with detailed city environments. The game will feature new mechanics like low-ground cover and sliding, enhanced destruction, revamped facial animations, and a return of 2-player split-screen co-op alongside a 4-player online co-op and a revamped 12-player Horde Siege mode.
PROBABLYMONSTERS SETS SEPTEMBER 2026 RELEASE FOR CRIMSON MOON, EARLY 2027 WINDOW FOR NEKOME: NAZI HUNTER
Independent game company ProbablyMonsters has announced release windows for two upcoming titles: Crimson Moon, a Gothic action-adventure RPG, is set for September 2026, while Nekome: Nazi Hunter, a grindhouse-inspired action game, is planned for early 2027. Both games aim to deliver AA experiences with AAA sensibilities, focusing on cinematic presentation and handcrafted gameplay. Crimson Moon will feature co-op carnage and deep character progression, while Nekome: Nazi Hunter will offer a single-player revenge story with a mix of stealth and brutal combat.
18 embargoes from Summer Game Fest just lifted, so let's rank everything I saw in LA
The author attended Summer Game Fest Play Days and provides a ranked list of 18 games they saw. The article details hands-on and hands-off impressions of various titles, offering brief critiques and release window estimates, with N+ Infinity Times Two topping the list.
Minecraft Dungeons II Blows the Doors of the ARPG Wide Open
Minecraft Dungeons II is set to release on September 29, offering an expanded ARPG experience with a new story, an Overworld map, and enhanced customization options. The game aims for accessibility, making it suitable for both casual players and genre enthusiasts, with robust co-op features for up to four players. It will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, and included with Game Pass.
Friendship-Ruining Chaos Game Hold Your King Launches on Steam with a 20% Release Discount!
The physics-based co-op party game Hold Your King, developed by Next Big Game Studio and published by Joygame Select and UGC90, has launched on Steam for PC. The game features a 20% release discount for a limited time and challenges players to cooperatively carry a king and queen on stretchers through trap-filled courses, testing their coordination and patience.
Romestead Preview – A blast with friends, but a little less so without
Romestead is a new survival game that blends elements of Stardew Valley's aesthetics with Valheim's settlement building and combat, set in a Roman Empire-inspired world. While enjoyable solo, the game truly shines in co-op, where players can form raiding parties and manage their growing settlement together. Currently in Early Access, Romestead offers a fresh setting and deep mechanics, with potential for future improvements in building customization and loot variety.
Demos and Freebies
Spook-A-Boo, a co-op ghost hunting game for 1-4 players, is available on Steam for PC. The game challenges players to find and capture ghosts hidden in plain sight using detection and scanning mechanics.
GungHo Online Entertainment Reveals Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet, Exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2
GungHo Online Entertainment America has announced Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet, an open-world action game exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch in Spring 2027. The sequel expands on the original's Ninja-Gum Action combat with a new story-driven PvE experience, dungeons, and boss battles, playable solo or in co-op. A playable demo will be available at Anime Expo 2026.