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WPCA: World Phasebound Control Authority is a New Co-Op Hunting Game For to PC and PS5
Developer 5minlab and publisher Krafton have revealed WPCA: World Phasebound Control Authority, a new co-op hunting game for PC and PlayStation 5. Players act as Containment Agents battling supernatural phenomena with hack-and-slash combat and unique character abilities. The game will feature single-player and up to three-player co-op modes.
Bossa Studios unveils new ‘chaotic’ co-op game while admitting Lost Skies has not made any money
Bossa Studios has announced its new chaotic co-op physics-building game, 'What Goes Up,' set to release later this year on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5, published by Team17. Meanwhile, the studio admitted that its survival title 'Lost Skies' has not generated any revenue, forcing a pivot to fund ongoing development for both games.
Genshin Impact devs' new action game Nodusfall feels like Elden Ring Nightreign at home, but don't write it…
HoYoverse's new PvE action game, Nodusfall, offers a darker aesthetic compared to Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, drawing heavy comparisons to Elden Ring with its mechanics. While it features familiar elements like a steed and bonfire-like rests, Nodusfall aims for a more accessible difficulty and includes dedicated healer roles, making it appealing to a broader audience.
Smack Talk Best Characters Guide - Best Fighting Style
This guide for the PvP party fighting game Smack Talk discusses the best characters to use, highlighting Kaiju as the top-tier choice due to its powerful special and beacon attacks. The Police officer's special move and the balanced Chef character are also detailed as viable options.
Forge Your Legend: Building the Ultimate Nephilim in Crimson Moon
Crimson Moon, launching September 1 on Xbox Series X|S, focuses on an in-depth build system for its Nephilim characters. Players can customize their gear and abilities through randomized hunts and a purification system at their home base, Sanctus Clypeus. The game supports solo play and 2-player co-op, with an exclusive Hex-Knight armor set for all Xbox players at launch.
Exterminauts is sci-fi extraction shooting with a blue collar focus
Exterminauts is an upcoming third-person co-op extraction shooter from Behaviour Interactive, the studio behind Dead by Daylight. Set on the planet Tian, players take on the role of blue-collar exterminators fighting alien bugs and maintaining corporate infrastructure. The game features weaponized power tools, a unique "Overdrive" mechanic, and a focus on teamwork, with a planned release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Gunmetal Gothic – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Gunmetal Gothic is a co-op action RPG featuring a retro-3D aesthetic and gothic city setting where players fight demonic machines. The game supports solo or up to four-player co-op, with a point-buy loadout system and gear upgrades. A beta demo is available for download on Steam.
Turok: Origins – A Classic, Arcade-Style Shooter That Celebrates What Shooters Do Best
Turok: Origins is shaping up to be a fun, arcade-style shooter that embraces classic gameplay with dinosaurs, aliens, and big guns. The upcoming title from Saber Interactive will feature both single-player and co-op campaigns, with players choosing from distinct classes like Cougar, Bison, and Raven. The game is set to release on Xbox Series X|S and aims to offer a satisfying shooting experience in short or long play sessions.
New PS5 Game in PS2 Era Action Series Out Now on PlayStation Store
Serious Sam: Shatterverse, a new co-op, first-person shooter, and roguelite action game, has launched on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. Developed by Behaviour Interactive and published by Devolver Digital, the game is priced at $19.99, with a 10% discount for PS Plus members until September 7. Early player reception on the PS Store is positive, though Steam reviews are mixed.
Raise Hell In Crimson Moon
Crimson Moon, an action-adventure RPG developed by ProbablyMonsters, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Players take on the role of a Nephilim, a human-angel hybrid, defending the city of Gildenarch from demonic forces. The game features replayable missions, character progression, and supports both solo and two-player co-op modes.
Orbitals review - gorgeous anime stylings from breakaway It Takes Two devs only make for a lesser light of the co-op renaissance
Orbitals, a co-op puzzle platformer from former It Takes Two developers, features gorgeous anime stylings and charming characters but ultimately falls short of its inspirations. While the game's presentation and character interactions are endearing, its core gameplay mechanics and narrative feel derivative and lack memorable moments, making it a lesser entry in the co-op genre.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve’s Online Modes Include Co-op, PvP and 8-Player Limited-Time Sorties
Project Aces revealed details about the online modes for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, including Co-op Assault, Co-op Warfare, and limited-time Scramble and Emergency Sortie missions. The game will feature 4v4 co-op and PvP modes, as well as eight-player battles against Colossal Weapons. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve launches on October 2nd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Two-player anime adventure Orbitals hypes September 3 launch with music video and digital instruction book
The two-player co-op adventure game Orbitals, developed by Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive, is set to launch on Nintendo Switch on September 3rd. The developers have released a music video for the opening theme, a website-based digital instruction manual requiring two players, and announced a pop-up merchandise shop in Kyoto. A friend's pass will allow a second player to join for free.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of September 2026
September 2026 is set to be a packed month for new game releases across PC and consoles, with many major titles aiming to avoid the shadow of Grand Theft Auto 6. Highlights include new entries in established franchises like Onimusha and Fire Emblem, alongside anticipated new titles such as Marvel's Wolverine and Silent Hill: Townfall.
Early access sandbox Everwind unveils its next major update: Winds of Creation & Beyond
The early access sandbox game Everwind is set to receive its next major update, 'Winds of Creation & Beyond,' in the latter half of September. This update will introduce the Bandit faction, a Steamer Localizer, new items and enemies, and a significant focus on the Sandbox mode, aiming to provide players with more creative freedom.
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North - Legacy Edition Review | TheXboxHub
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North - Legacy Edition offers a chance to revisit a forgotten 2011 action RPG. While the remaster shows its age visually and in gameplay pacing, its earnest Tolkien-esque story and enjoyable hack-and-slash combat make it a worthwhile nostalgic trip.
All the key details on HoYo's co-op monster slayer Nodusfall
HoYoverse's upcoming co-op action RPG, Nodusfall, is set to feature dark fantasy elements and monster hunting gameplay, drawing comparisons to Elden Ring and Monster Hunter. The game will not feature character gacha mechanics, with all characters obtained through story progression, though cosmetic monetization is being considered. Nodusfall is being developed using Unreal Engine 5 and is expected to launch after Petit Planet and Honkai: Nexus Anima, potentially in 2028.
Nodusfall isn't Elden Ring, Monster Hunter or a typical HoYoverse game—it's something very different
HoYoverse's new co-op action game, Nodusfall, deviates from the company's typical gacha model, focusing instead on role-based classes and intense combat inspired by games like Elden Ring and Monster Hunter. While character acquisition won't rely on random draws, cosmetic monetization is being considered. The game features distinct character combat styles and large-scale boss battles, with no release date announced yet.
Xbox Gamescom 2026 Day One: The Biggest Reveals, Trailers and Games You Need to Know About | Invision Game
Xbox's Gamescom 2026 Day One showcase featured numerous reveals, including the Xbox Series X25 25th Anniversary Collection, new gameplay for Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Persona 4 Revival, and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. Microsoft also announced its 'Disc to Digital' initiative, allowing physical game owners to claim digital entitlements. Several new titles like Dumpster Gang, Chosen by Odin, Exterminauts, and Gravhounds were also highlighted, alongside updates for Forza Horizon 6.
Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement försenas till 2027
Koji Igarashi's Castlevania-like sequel, Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement, has been delayed from its original 2024 release to 2027. While in the final stages of development, the team requires more time to ensure the game's quality. The title is set in 16th-century England and will feature split-screen co-op.