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No Man's Sky now has its own Death Star with a laser so big it can 'destroy space station sized objects'
Hello Games has released 'The Swarm' update for No Man's Sky, introducing a massive space station called the Hive of Glass equipped with a powerful laser capable of destroying large objects. This update also features cooperative gameplay elements where players must work together to neutralize the threat and offers new ground-based activities like salvaging drones and researching their technology.
Så bra är Core Keeper: ISK-medlemmarna sätter betyg!
Core Keeper has received a collective rating of 3.4 out of 5 from members of the Indiespelklubben. Players praised its beautiful art style, music, and cooperative gameplay, where different roles like building and exploration complement each other. However, some found the resource gathering and base building repetitive, and the game's pacing slow.
No Man’s Sky: The Swarm – Unite Against a New Galactic Threat in This Free Update
Hello Games has released a free update for No Man's Sky titled 'The Swarm,' available now for existing Xbox and Game Pass players. This update introduces a new galactic threat in the form of a massive Hive-like ship, requiring players to strategize in squadrons to penetrate its defenses and uncover its weaknesses. Players can contribute to the war effort through various means, with achievements and exclusive rewards for those who participate.
Helldivers 2-esque war against a giant evil robo-eye beckons in No Man's Sky's The Swarm update, invading the galaxy right now
No Man's Sky's latest update, The Swarm, introduces a Helldivers 2-inspired cooperative event where players join factions to battle a giant robotic eye and its drone army. Hello Games boss Sean Murray described the threat as an existential one to the universe, with players contributing to a galaxy-wide war effort through ship battles and investigating crashed drones. The update emphasizes teamwork and offers new gear for successful participants.
Cozy Co-Op Night: 6 Couples Games Without Fights | TAG
This guide recommends six video games designed for couples seeking a conflict-free co-op experience, focusing on collaborative and forgiving gameplay. Titles like Stardew Valley, A Short Hike, and Unravel Two are highlighted for their ability to foster shared enjoyment without causing arguments, with advice also provided on creating a cozy gaming ritual and identifying when gaming might be causing relationship friction.
Unrailed 2: Back on Track leaves early access in June
Indie developer Indoor Astronaut announced that Unrailed 2: Back on Track will leave early access on June 11th for PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. The game features chaotic multiplayer railroad building with procedurally generated worlds, new story elements, permanent upgrades, and a community map creation tool. A new 8-player versus mode is also included.
5 Couples Games for Partners Who Don't Game | TAG
This list recommends five cooperative games suitable for couples where one partner is not a regular gamer. Titles like A Short Hike, Unravel Two, Stardew Valley, It Takes Two, and Wingspan are highlighted for their accessibility, gentle learning curves, and focus on fun over complex mechanics, minimizing the need for extensive gaming experience.
How to create a convoy in Forza Horizon 6 and play with friends
This guide explains how to create a convoy in Forza Horizon 6 to play with friends. It details the steps necessary to set up a group for cooperative multiplayer sessions within the game.
Hela: of Mice & Magic Shows Off Forest Animals in New Deep Dive
Knights Peak and Windup Games have released a new preview for Hela: of Mice & Magic, showcasing its forest animals and environments inspired by Northern Sweden. The game, scheduled for a 2026 release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, features animals that offer gameplay benefits, such as potion ingredients or companions for faster travel. Players control a mouse assisting a witch in protecting the land, with solo and cooperative modes available.
Long-Distance Couples Gaming: 7 Voice-Call Picks | TAG
This guide recommends seven games suitable for long-distance couples who communicate via voice calls, focusing on titles that facilitate shared experiences despite geographical separation. The selections range from asynchronous games like Stardew Valley and Minecraft to more structured co-op experiences such as It Takes Two and Helldivers 2, all supporting cross-platform play and voice chat.
Best Co-op Games for Couples Who Hate Toxicity (2026) | TAG
This list compiles cooperative games designed for couples to enjoy together, specifically addressing and mitigating common sources of toxicity. The games featured ensure private sessions or easy matchmaking closure, accommodate varying skill levels without penalizing less experienced players, and foster positive shared experiences rather than conflict.
Starseeker announces June 11 early access, Astroneer promises monthly updates at least through 2026
System Era Softworks announced that its Astroneer spinoff, Starseeker, will launch into early access on June 11th for PC, Steam, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, featuring cross-play and cross-progression. The cooperative multiplayer game will receive monthly updates through at least 2026, with the base game priced under $30 and no microtransactions. Meanwhile, the original Astroneer will also continue to receive monthly updates until at least the end of 2026, culminating in a special 10-year anniversary update.
Couples' Guide to Surviving Helldivers 2 as a Duo | TAG
This guide provides strategies for playing Helldivers 2 as a duo, focusing on specific loadout choices, mission selection, and communication to compensate for the lack of two squad members. It suggests playing on Hazard levels 3 to 5 and dividing roles for anti-armor and horde-clear capabilities, as well as orbital and aerial stratagem support. Effective communication via voice chat is emphasized as mandatory for maintaining the necessary tempo.
Q-Games announces cozy co-op open-world golf game Yodelee Golf for PC
Q-Games has announced Yodelee Golf, a new cozy, cooperative, open-world golf game for PC. The title promises a relaxed experience for players to enjoy together.
Split Fiction Replay Plan if You Only Have Wednesday Nights
Hazelight Studios' upcoming game, Split Fiction, is a lengthy cooperative experience that may require multiple gaming sessions for couples with limited playtime. The article suggests a replay plan for players who can only dedicate Wednesday nights to the game, estimating it will take 4 to 6 weeks to complete.
Split Fiction Replay Plan if You Only Have Wednesday Nights
Hazelight Studios' upcoming game, Split Fiction, is a lengthy cooperative experience that may require multiple gaming sessions for couples with limited playtime. The article suggests a replay plan for players who can only dedicate Wednesday nights to the game, estimating it will take 4 to 6 weeks to complete.
Subnautica 2 Achieves 1 Million Copies Sold in First Hour of Launch - GameHaunt
Subnautica 2 achieved over 1 million copies sold within its first hour of launching into Early Access on May 14, 2026, topping Steam's sales charts. The sequel introduces optional 4-player co-op with cross-play between PC and Xbox, a new planet named Zazura, and is built on Unreal Engine 5. It features new tools like the Tadpole submersible and the Biomod upgrade system.
How to play with friends - Subnautica 2
This guide explains how to play Subnautica 2 with friends by hosting or joining multiplayer sessions. It covers the cooperative play aspects of the game.
Live now: Red Rust Pioneers teaser trailer, 4-player co-op frontier survival
Fish in a Bottle, under its Rusty Robot publishing label, has released a new teaser trailer and development update for its co-operative frontier survival game, Red Rust Pioneers. The game, set in 1842, features 4-player co-op, homestead building, and survival mechanics, and is built with community feedback in mind. Developed using Unreal Engine 5.7, Red Rust Pioneers is planned for Early Access on PC in 2026.
How to play with friends - Directive 8020
This guide explains how to initiate a multiplayer session in the game Directive 8020. It details the steps required for players to connect and begin a cooperative run with friends.