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CCP teases the Dermestid: EVE Frontier’s newest threat is built for fleets, not solo pilots
CCP Games is introducing a new NPC threat called the Dermestid to EVE Frontier, designed for cooperative fleet hunts rather than solo play. This addition emphasizes the game's focus on multiplayer combat and teamwork, requiring players to organize and strategize to overcome the high-difficulty opponent. The Dermestid's rollout is part of CCP's ongoing effort to keep the EVE Frontier universe evolving with new challenges and events.
Riktigt fina betyg för nysläppta samarbetsspelet Big Walk
The cooperative game Big Walk, from the creators of Untitled Goose Game, has received strong reviews, averaging 89/100 on Opencritic and being labeled 'very positive' on Steam. The game emphasizes proximity-based voice communication and other methods like gestures and whiteboards for up to twelve players across PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
Big Walk Review - All friend, no slop
Big Walk is a highly considered and expertly crafted social game from House House, featuring charming hybrid beings exploring a gorgeous, open Australian landscape. The game innovates on the 'friend slop' genre by focusing on clear goals and rewarding exploration and communication challenges, despite minor glitches and awkward movement.
Diskutera – Vilket spel önskade du hade co-op?
This article discusses which single-player games players wish had cooperative multiplayer modes. It highlights The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom as an example of a game that would benefit from cooperative exploration and suggests that co-op doesn't necessarily mean a full game redesign, but could involve shared battles or exploration.
Gears of War: E-Day’s Horde Mode Is Bigger Than We Expected
A preview of Gears of War: E-Day's Horde Siege mode reveals a significantly expanded and varied cooperative experience for up to twelve players. The mode features multiple objective-based activities, including defense, exploration, and wave survival, across larger urban maps than previous installments. The preview highlights the dynamic gameplay loop, class-based abilities, and improved movement mechanics, suggesting a compelling evolution of the traditional Horde mode.
Gears of War E-Day's Horde Siege shines when squads collide in its dense city, but sags when they're apart
Gears of War: E-Day's new Horde Siege mode offers an ambitious co-operative experience where three squads of four players battle Locusts across large city districts. While the mode shines when squads converge and objectives intersect, it can feel less engaging when players are isolated. The game is set to release on October 6, 2026, for PC and Xbox Series X/S.
Quiz – Delad spelglädje
This article presents a quiz focused on cooperative gaming experiences, encouraging readers to test their knowledge of games that emphasize teamwork. It also includes a poll asking readers whether they prefer local couch co-op or online multiplayer, with results showing a slight preference for local play. Several other gaming news snippets and forum discussions are also mentioned.
Delad glädje är dubbel glädje
The author reflects on their journey from a solitary gamer to someone who highly values multiplayer experiences. Initially preferring single-player games due to limited controllers and competitive anxieties, their perspective shifted with the advent of the Xbox 360 and its co-op-focused titles. Now, shared gaming sessions, both local and online, are the source of many of their fondest gaming memories, reinforcing the idea that shared joy is indeed double joy.
15 Games to Play With Your Spouse This Summer (2026)
This article lists 15 games, including 10 video games and 5 board games, suitable for couples to play together, focusing on titles that minimize frustration and encourage cooperation. It highlights games like It Takes Two, Baldur's Gate 3, and Sky Team, offering advice on how to integrate gaming into a shared hobby.
Bokura: Planet out on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch today, Bokura also coming to Switch 2 [update: Bokura release date]
Bokura: Planet has launched on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 today, with its prequel, Bokura, set to release on Nintendo Switch 2 in November. Bokura: Planet is a cooperative puzzle game where two inmates must escape a hostile planet by coordinating verbally, while Bokura focuses on two players escaping home through parallel realities that require careful collaboration. Both titles are available as digital downloads.
Prepare To Be Thrown Into The Heat With Firefighters Code Red
Aerosoft and Chronos North have announced Firefighters Code Red, a new firefighting simulation game coming to Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game will feature dynamic blazes, unpredictable rescue missions, and cross-platform co-op across over 30 North American-inspired locations. Players will utilize authentic equipment and face randomized scenarios that require quick thinking and teamwork.
The Planet Crafter Launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S After Selling Over 2 Million Copies | Invision Game
Miju Games has released its survival title, The Planet Crafter, on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, following over 2 million copies sold on Steam. The game, which focuses on terraforming a barren planet, is also available day one on Xbox Game Pass and features online co-op for up to eight players.
Go-Go Town launch trailer – town-building sim released on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
The town-building simulation game Go-Go Town has officially launched on Nintendo Switch and PC, accompanied by a new trailer. Players take on the role of mayor to transform a small town into a bustling tourist destination by building shops, managing resources, and customizing the environment. Post-launch updates are planned, including 'Cooperative Chaos' later this year and 'Vehicle Customization' in early 2027.
¡Heave Ho 2, un caótico party game cooperativo como ningún otro, aterriza HOY en PC y consolas Nintendo!
Le Cartel and Devolver Digital have announced that Heave Ho 2, the sequel to their cooperative party game, is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch for $9.99. The game features 2-4 player local and online cooperative and versus modes across 8 themed worlds, with new mechanics and items. The Nintendo Switch version supports GameShare and CameraPlay features.
Game Demos
Bound By A Curse is a two-player asymmetric horror game available on Steam for PC. In the game, one player navigates a perilous environment while the other provides guidance from a control room. A curse affects the player exploring the environment.
Zombie Island codes (July 2026)
This guide provides active codes for the Roblox game Zombie Island, offering players in-game currency like gems. It also explains how to redeem these codes within the game and where to find future code updates, often through patch notes or the game's Discord server.
Wreck Runners – Join the XBOX Insider Playtest!
Disruptive Games is inviting Xbox Insiders to participate in the first playtest for Wreck Runners, a cooperative extraction game launching on Xbox on July 16. The playtest will run from July 9 to July 13 and is available exclusively on Xbox Series X|S consoles. Players can join by accessing the Xbox Insider Hub app and providing feedback through the "Report a problem" feature.
Lost Vessel launches free-to-play July 6: a sci-fi idle RPG where deep solo progression pours into a co-op endgame
Lazy Frog Games announced that its sci-fi idle RPG, Lost Vessel, will launch free-to-play on July 6, 2026, for PC and Steam Deck, with cross-platform save support. The game emphasizes a transition from deep solo progression to cooperative endgame activities like shared expeditions and world bosses, featuring a strictly cosmetic-only monetization model.
Dawn of War 2’s The Last Stand mode is still the best co-op MOBA that never was
The Last Stand mode from Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II is analyzed as a highly successful cooperative MOBA-like experience that predates many modern titles. Despite its age and limited maps, the mode's challenging gameplay and unique blend of RTS and MOBA elements continue to attract players, highlighting its innovative design.
Game Pass Adds A Fan Favourite As Eight Games Prepare To Leave
Xbox Game Pass is adding RV There Yet? and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 to its library across various tiers, including PC Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate. However, eight games, including Rise of the Tomb Raider and Slay the Spire, will be removed from the service on June 30th.
