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Sol Mates demo joins Steam Next Fest!
Daruma Games announced that the demo for their co-op roguelike game, Sol Mates, will be available during Steam Next Fest. The update includes a second mission, new playable characters with unique abilities, and additional enemies and challenges. The game supports online and local co-op and is playable on PC and Steam Deck.
The Planet Crafter launches on PS5 July 21
Miju Games announced that their survival game, The Planet Crafter, will launch on PlayStation 5 on July 21. The game focuses on a chill, non-violent experience where players manage survival needs and terraform planets, with progression continuing even when machines are left to operate. It will be available in single-player and co-op modes.
Nowhere Studios Launches Steam Next Fest Demo for Co-op Survival RPG ‘Good Heavens!’
Independent studio Nowhere Studios has released a Steam Next Fest demo for their upcoming co-op survival RPG, Good Heavens!. The demo allows players to explore the first biome of the fantasy world Xant-Rar, interact with locals, build bases, and tackle a boss-guarded dungeon. Good Heavens! is set to launch into Early Access on PC via Steam in August 2026.
CD Projekt reportedly has a second multiplayer Witcher game in development that's free-to-play and coming to mobile and PC
A new report suggests CD Projekt Red is developing a separate, free-to-play multiplayer Witcher game distinct from Project Sirius. This new title is reportedly a co-op action-RPG set during Geralt's younger years, targeting PC and mobile platforms. It will feature monster contracts, a skill-based combat system, and customizable witcher characters.
Rykte: ett gratis Witcher-spel med co-op är på gång
A rumor suggests CD Projekt is developing a free-to-play Witcher game with co-op features for PC and mobile platforms. The game is reportedly set in the year 1230 and allows players to create and customize their own witcher, focusing on skillful combat and monster hunting.
Outward 2 Early Access Delayed From July 7th to 2027
Nine Dots Studio has delayed the early access release of Outward 2 from July 7th to 2027. Creative director Guillaume Boucher-Vidal cited player feedback and the need for more development time to meet expectations as the reasons for the postponement. The game will retain its focus on survival, exploration, and co-op gameplay.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 is a breath of fresh air after the horrors of Diablo 4
Minecraft Dungeons 2 offers a refreshing take on the action RPG genre, providing a more relaxed and accessible dungeon-crawling experience compared to titles like Diablo 4. The game features up to four-player co-op, an interconnected world with hidden collectibles, and new enemy types like the Twisted Warden. Despite minor issues with character tracking, the sequel introduces quality-of-life improvements such as a mini-inventory system and a more responsive combat experience, aiming for a September 29, 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X.
Co-Op Cooking Horror Happy’s Humble BURGATORY Arrives on Steam Next Month
Happy's Humble BURGATORY, the co-op cooking horror game from Scythe Studios and tinyBuild, is set to launch on PC via Steam on July 16th. The game expands on the universe of Happy's Humble Burger Farm, featuring 1-4 player cooperative gameplay where players must manage a fast-food restaurant while avoiding a monstrous mascot. Unique mechanics include voice chat sensitivity that can alert enemies or alter the environment, and over 35 gameplay modifiers that change each run.
Rumor Mill
A rumor suggests an unannounced co-op game set in The Witcher universe is in development for PC and mobile platforms. Further details about the project remain scarce.
Risk It All for Riches as MineGeon: Renegades Brings Major New Content to Steam Next Fest Demo
Kickstone Studio has released a major update for the MineGeon: Renegades demo on Steam as part of Steam Next Fest. The expanded demo introduces a new playable class, mini-bosses, base customization, and a cooking system ahead of the game's July 14 launch. MineGeon: Renegades is a co-op sci-fi bullet-hell roguelite.
We Were Here Tomorrow Releases Demo With Steam Next Fest
Total Mayhem Games has released a demo for their upcoming co-op puzzle game, We Were Here Tomorrow, as part of Steam Next Fest. The demo allows players to experience the initial escape-room-style puzzles within the Norcek Facility. The full game is set to launch later this year on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Are We Sinking Yet? Demo is live TODAY! 🚨
The demo for the co-op game Are We Sinking Yet? is now available as part of Steam Next Fest, running from June 15 to June 22. Players can team up online to navigate dangerous rivers, fix leaky boats, and contend with realistic water physics. Developers will also be hosting live gameplay broadcasts on the Steam store page throughout the event.
Join the We're In Trouble Demo today! 🚨
The demo for the co-op game We're In Trouble is now available as part of Steam Next Fest, running from June 15 to June 22. Players can team up with up to three friends online to manage a sinking ship, fix mechanical failures, and coordinate efforts to survive. Developers are encouraging players to test the physics and provide feedback.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Mistfall Hunter, Crewed, and Forsaken Lands
This article rounds up lesser-known multiplayer games, including Mistfall Hunter, a PvPvE extraction ARPG with a beta planned for Steam Next Fest on June 15th and a full release on July 29th. Crewed, a co-op spaceship chaos game for up to six players, has a demo available and aims for a Q3 release. Forsaken Lands, a co-op deckbuilding roguelike for up to three players, is currently in a playtest.
Demon Spore – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Demon Spore is an upcoming action roguelite where players take on the role of a scientist attempting to escape a research lab overrun by a rapidly evolving tentacle horror. The game features randomized layouts, local co-op for up to four players, and environmental interaction for survival. Beta sign-ups are currently open via the game's Discord server.
Survivor-style roguelite RPG Lunadra: Luna Awakens the Legendary Dragon announced for Nintendo Switch
Luna’s Tail Creative announced that the survivor-style roguelite RPG Lunadra: Luna Awakens the Legendary Dragon will be released on Nintendo Switch on July 1, 2026, for $4.99. The game features a black cat adventurer battling monsters with transformation mechanics and supports local 2-player co-op.
Co-op FPS Jump Space is back with its biggest update yet, and you can test it right now
Keepsake Games has released a major update for its co-op space FPS, Jump Space, which is currently available on the experimental branch for PC players. The update introduces a new player spacecraft called the Hammerhead, additional weapons, and significant core system upgrades, including reworked loot and a blueprint system for storing weapons. The developers are testing features like hot-joining and improved disconnect handling, with plans to bring the update to the live version by the end of June.
Starseeker Astroneer Expeditions rockets into early access with cutesy co-op extraction gameplay
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, a spin-off from Astroneer, has launched into early access on PC, Xbox, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by System Era Softworks, the game features co-op extraction missions and is expected to remain in early access for at least a year. The studio plans to release multiple updates adding new content and features, while also continuing monthly updates for the original Astroneer.
Expendabots Announced
Collision Games and Blue Brain Games have announced Expendabots, a co-op horror and extraction game. The title is set to release later this year on Windows and macOS via Steam, with a reveal trailer showcasing some of its features.
Casual adventure game Sesame Street: Friends & Fun announced
Outright Games and Infinigon Games have announced Sesame Street: Friends & Fun, a narrative adventure game inspired by the popular children's show. The game will feature characters like Elmo, Grover, and Cookie Monster and will include quests, customization, and local co-op play. It is set to launch on October 9th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.
