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Loya – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Loya is an upcoming open-world survival RPG where players command massive walking fortresses to battle colossal monsters. The game features resource collection for base building, direct control of defensive cannons, and exploration of dungeons. Loya supports both solo and cooperative play, emphasizing strategy and preparation for survival against gigantic threats.
Stylish roguelite action game 7 Trials announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Newcore Games has announced 7 Trials, a stylish roguelite action game featuring four-player cooperative play, set in a "twisted afterlife." The game will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Game director Manjae Lee highlighted the game's integration of Korean afterlife mythology and its unique "Trinity" system for combat customization.
Take A Deep Dive With A New Game Pass Addition This Week
Abyssus, a cooperative roguelite first-person shooter, is the latest addition to Xbox Game Pass on June 25th, available on cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game features a 'brinepunk' aesthetic, procedurally generated levels, and supports up to four players in its underwater setting. This marks a quiet week for Game Pass additions, with more titles like RV There Yet? and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 expected later in the summer.
Aion 2 is an MMO for character creation enthusiasts, and it has the looks to back it up
Aion 2, the long-awaited sequel to the original MMO, is shaping up to be a sprawling game with a strong emphasis on character creation and customization. Developers at NCSoft highlighted the deep character customization tools, extensive cosmetic options for wings and pets, and a world 36 times larger than the first game. The game also features genuinely cooperative combat mechanics where player skills can synergize.
Greed Party on Steam Next Fest is almost here!
A free playable demo for the cooperative roguelike Greed Party is now available on PC as part of Steam Next Fest. The demo, which runs from June 15 to June 22, allows players to experience the game's risk-and-reward mechanics, randomized weapons, and intense boss encounters. Feedback from this event will inform the game's full release.
Cozy Stickerville, the most chillax of boardgames?
Cozy Stickerville is a cooperative board game focused on players working together to build a town and create a story, rather than competing for victory. Unlike tense games decided by luck, this game emphasizes a relaxed, collaborative experience.
Lords of the Fallen II gets full coop progression from day 1 and confirms a Katana class is in the game
CI Games has revealed that Lords of the Fallen 2 will feature full cooperative progression from day one, allowing players to unlock items and complete quests together. The developers also confirmed the addition of a katana weapon class, inspired by popular demand from the Souls-like community, aiming for a savage yet graceful combat style.
Schließt euch mit Freunden zusammen und erkundet fremde neue Welten in STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions – dem Koop-Weltraumabenteuer, das ab sofort für PC und Konsolen verfügbar ist
STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions, a cooperative space exploration game from System Era Softworks and Devolver Digital, has launched into Early Access for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game emphasizes teamwork and community, allowing players to explore new worlds, utilize advanced technologies, and contribute to a shared goal from a central space station.
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions Is It Worth It?
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, an early access title, shifts the focus from Astroneer's sandbox survival to structured cooperative expeditions. While it retains the original's charm and deformable terrain, it introduces new objectives and a strong emphasis on teamwork for up to four players. Despite some early access bugs and limited content, the game offers a rewarding sense of discovery and progression, making it a promising cooperative adventure.
Gamble Your Luck in the Greed Party Free Demo on Steam Next Fest!
Greed Party, a cooperative action roguelike inspired by gambling mechanics, will feature a free playable demo on Steam Next Fest from June 15-22. Players can collect chips, unlock weapons, and face enemies in a world driven by chance. The demo aims to gather community feedback for future development.
Does Big Walk have crossplay and how to join your friends
Big Walk supports cross-platform play, allowing friends on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch to play together. The game is designed for cooperative play with 2-12 players, and hosts manage save game progress across multiple sessions. Players can join sessions using a unique Join Code if they are not on the same platform as the host.
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet announced for Switch 2
GungHo Online Entertainment announced Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet for Switch 2, set to launch in spring 2027. This sequel transitions the series from player-versus-player to an open-world player-versus-environment experience, featuring high-speed Ninja-Gum Action combat, dungeons, and colossal bosses. The game will be told in a two-part story, with the first installment focusing on the protagonist being transported to an uncharted planet. A demo will be playable at Anime Expo 2026.
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet announced
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet is announced for a spring 2027 launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. The sequel transitions the series to a full open-world adventure, featuring exploration, new combat mechanics, and cooperative boss fights for up to four players. GungHo Online Entertainment is developing the title.
Clowntown Announced
Batterystaple Games has announced Clowntown, a cooperative party game for up to eight players. The game features puzzle-solving and minigames with a clown theme.
🚣 Are We Sinking Yet? Will Be Featured at Steam Next Fest on June 15!
The cooperative game Are We Sinking Yet? will be featured with a free demo at Steam Next Fest from June 15 to June 22. Players can experience the game's "predictable physics, unpredictable friends" dynamic and provide feedback to help shape its development before the official release.
90s screensavers-inspired co-op QA horror game Pipes.exe announced for PC
Pipes.exe, a cooperative horror game inspired by 90s screensavers, has been announced by publisher CRITICAL REFLEX and developer Moving Pieces Interactive for PC via Steam. Players will investigate software bugs, repair systems, and survive threats in a digital workspace, with a playtest available now. The game supports solo play or up to four players online with integrated voice chat.
Side-scrolling roguelike co-op action game Maximum Thunderness announced for PC
Berzerk Studio has announced Maximum Thunderness, a side-scrolling roguelike cooperative action game set to release on PC via Steam in 2026. A demo is currently available. The game features up to three players fighting an alien invasion with upgradeable abilities and collected skills.
Teeto adds Switch 2 version, launches July 15
The 3D platformer Teeto is launching on July 15 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC, and the upcoming Switch 2. A new trailer also revealed the Switch 2 version. The game features absorbing and transforming abilities, cooperative play, and a story about fighting shadow creatures and rescuing multiplied characters.
Steam Demo - Available Now (Single Player, Coop, PvP, Bots) news - Obscurity: Unknown Threat
A playable demo for the horror shooter Obscurity: Unknown Threat is now available on Steam. The game features both symmetrical FPS modes and asymmetrical battles against a hidden enemy, with options for single-player missions, cooperative scenarios, and online battles with bot support.
Strategic bullet-hell shoot ’em up Brave Rounds explodes onto PC and Nintendo Switch
Developer PlayShift Games announced that its bullet-hell shoot 'em up, Brave Rounds, is now available on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch. The game features fast-paced, close-range combat, a story involving a cult conspiracy, and multiple gameplay modes including solo, co-op, and dual control.