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Horizon Hunters Gathering’s Next Playtest Scheduled for May, New Hunters and Region Revealed
Guerrilla Games has announced a new closed playtest for Horizon Hunters Gathering, scheduled from May 22nd to 25th on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. This playtest will introduce two new playable Hunters, Ensa and Shadow, a new region called Breakers’ Bounty, and additional campaign content. The game is still in development with no release date announced.
Bodycam Onrecord – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Bodycam Onrecord is a new tactical shooter that emphasizes hyper-realistic immersion through a bodycam perspective. The game will feature classic PVP modes like Team Deathmatch and Search & Destroy, as well as co-op campaigns and horror modes. Players can sign up for the beta playtest on the Alpha Beta Gamer website.
Subnautica 2 Early Access Launch Scheduled for May 14 - GameHaunt
Subnautica 2 is set to launch its Early Access period on May 14, 2026, for PC and Xbox Series consoles, priced at £25.99 GBP or €29.99 EUR. Developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, the sequel will introduce optional four-player co-op and a new alien ocean world. The game has been highly anticipated, dominating Steam wishlists for nine months.
Witherbloom – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Witherbloom is a new 1-4 player survival-ARPG dungeon crawler where players explore abandoned divine realms to gather loot, resources, and survivors. The game features challenging combat, survival mechanics, and a hub-building system. Beta sign-ups are now open for players to help rebuild civilization.
Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 02/05/26
This week's gaming news includes the early access release date for Subnautica 2, Star Wars: Galactic Racer's October launch, and the shutdown of developer Spiders. Several games received high review scores, including TerraTech Legion and Ground Zero, while previews covered titles like 007: First Light and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Switch 2.
New Arc Raiders Map, New Threat: Your Guide to the Arc Turbine in Riven Tides
The Riven Tides update for Arc Raiders introduces the Arc Turbine, a new large enemy that can operate both in the air and on the ground. This guide provides details on the Arc Turbine's characteristics, its defensive and offensive capabilities, and offers developer tips for players on how to effectively combat this new threat. The update also includes a new map, Riven Tides, and other new content.
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.