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The Outlast Trials just received a surprise Nintendo Switch 2 release
Red Barrels has surprise-released The Outlast Trials on Nintendo Switch. The cooperative survival horror game, originally launched in 2024, is now available digitally for $39.99. The game tasks players with surviving mind-numbing experiments conducted by the Murkoff Corporation.
Cinder City Details Gameplay And Tactical Systems in Latest Dev Preview
A recent developer preview for Cinder City showcased its gameplay and tactical systems, highlighting the importance of vehicle choice and loadouts for navigating its desolate, ruined world. The preview also emphasized the game's cooperative play features, allowing players to tackle objectives together.
PEAK Releases on October 22nd for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2
PEAK, the survival game featuring nature walkers on a mysterious island, will be released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch on October 22nd. The Complete Edition includes all updates, new biomes, items, and features crossplay for cooperative play.
Acclaimed PS4, PS5 Co-Op Game Discounted by 70% on PlayStation Store
The acclaimed co-op game It Takes Two is currently available for 70% off on the PlayStation Store, priced at $11.99. Developed by Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts, the game requires two players and features mandatory split-screen co-op. It won Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2021 and has received numerous other accolades for its innovative gameplay and design.
Deep Dish Dungeon Serves Up A Different Kind Of Dungeon Crawl On Game Pass, Xbox And PC
Deep Dish Dungeon, a dungeon crawler focused on exploration and crafting rather than combat, has launched on Xbox Game Pass and PC. Developed by Behold Studios and published by Raw Fury, the game emphasizes resource gathering, cooking for stat buffs, and cooperative play for up to three players.
The Icebind feels like "Warframe 2014" in all the best ways, and now you can finally play it
Digital Extremes has released The Icebind, a new six-player cooperative mode for Warframe, which aims to provide a challenging experience reminiscent of the game's early days. Community Director Megan Everett clarified that The Icebind is not a raid but a mode designed for coordinated squads, addressing player requests for more challenging content. The mode currently requires a full six-player group and features performance-based loot, with plans to potentially support smaller squads in the future.
Marked for Mayhem is a multiplayer RPG where players fight foes and their own teammates for points
Marked for Mayhem is a multiplayer RPG from indie studio Bladework Games where players compete for points by completing missions and defeating enemies, despite a cooperative premise. The game features shared missions but individual glory, with players able to steal points from rivals. It is targeting a 2027 release and is taking beta signups.
I Only Play Arc Raiders As A PvE Game, But PvE Servers Miss The Point
The author argues that while Arc Raiders is introducing a limited-time PvE server test, this misses the point of the game's core appeal. The threat of player-versus-player encounters, even if rarely engaged with, makes cooperative moments more rewarding. Forcing PvE removes this dynamic, potentially diminishing the experience for players who prefer the option of conflict.
XBOX Insiders Can Join the Chicken Invaders Collection Preview Today!
Xbox Insiders can now join a preview of the Chicken Invaders Collection, a compilation of the arcade shooter series developed by InterAction studios. The collection features fast-paced action, boss fights, and cooperative play for up to 8 players on Xbox consoles and PC. Feedback from participants will help the developers prepare the game for its full release.
Fish & Ships is a new friendslop adventure of fish on an airship heading to the ocean
Fish & Ships is a newly announced friendslop game where players control a group of fish attempting to pilot a poorly made airship back to the ocean. The game emphasizes chaotic cooperative play, encouraging players to work together despite the potential for hilarious failure, such as throwing friends overboard or using them as fuel.
Marked For Mayhem is a 4-player dungeon crawler that wants you to try to win as a team while also beating all your…
Marked For Mayhem, a four-player dungeon crawler, received its world premiere trailer at the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct. The game challenges players to cooperate with teammates to complete objectives on hostile alien planets while simultaneously competing for the highest individual score, potentially leading to fractured friendships.
Orbitals Is An Antidote For Hazelight’s Miserable Characters
Orbitals, a Nintendo Switch exclusive, offers a refreshing take on cooperative gameplay by featuring protagonists who genuinely enjoy each other's company, unlike the often-combative characters in Hazelight Studios' titles like A Way Out and It Takes Two. While Orbitals' minimalist approach to character backstories might leave some lore enthusiasts wanting, its focus on positive character dynamics and infectious energy provides a more palatable and joyful cooperative experience.
PowerWash Simulator 2 getting Barbie Pack DLC
FuturLab has announced a new downloadable content pack for PowerWash Simulator 2, titled the Barbie Pack, which will be released in late 2026. The DLC will allow players to clean various Barbie-themed locations and items, featuring five new levels and cooperative play options. The pack will be priced at $7.99.
Unique PS5 RPG Party Game Gets Free Demo on PlayStation Store
A free demo for the chaotic 4-player RPG party game, The Prinny Party: Going Overboard!, is now available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Developed by Nippon Ichi Software, the demo features a 'Super-Spicy mode' and allows players to experience core gameplay mechanics like earning experience, acquiring equipment, and cooperative boss battles. The full game is set to launch on November 11, 2026.
FZ Play trotsar rymdstormen i Orbitals
The article previews Orbitals, a two-player cooperative puzzle platformer set on a decaying space station during a cosmic storm. The game emphasizes collaboration with puzzles and challenges requiring both players to succeed, featuring a distinct retro-futuristic art style inspired by 80s and 90s Japanese anime.
Age Twisters is a genuinely charming co-op game hoping to bridge the generation divide - and one of my loveliest surprises at Gamescom
Age Twisters is a charming cooperative puzzle game from Piccolo Studios that aims to bridge the generation gap. Players control a grandfather and granddaughter who can change their age at will, using unique abilities tied to each stage to solve puzzles. The game features a lighthearted story and vibrant visuals, offering a refreshing change of pace from more violent titles.
Farhaven is a cozy co-op ‘FriendMO’ sandbox that promises a private world of shared adventure
Farhaven is a new isometric sandbox game described as a 'FriendMO' that emphasizes cooperative play for up to 15 players. Developed by Dragon Snacks Games, the title allows friends to share progression in activities like house decoration, town building, crafting, farming, and dungeon delving. The game is available for wishlisting on Steam, with a Kickstarter campaign planned.
Discover the Secrets Waiting Inside Norček Industries in We Were Here Tomorrow
We Were Here Tomorrow, developed by Total Mayhem Games, is set to launch for Xbox Series X in October. The cooperative puzzle game will feature asymmetric puzzles, time-swapping mechanics, and a retro-futuristic setting within the mysterious Norček Industries facility. Players will need to communicate effectively to overcome challenges and uncover the truth behind the facility's research.
1001 Threads of Mizan takes players on a flying carpet ride
MBC Game Studio's upcoming title, 1001 Threads of Mizan, offers a unique Arabian fantasy setting inspired by One Thousand and One Nights. The action game features three heroes battling an ancient jinn king, with a distinctive flying carpet mechanic used for both traversal and combat. While playable solo, the game is best experienced cooperatively and is planned for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
How To Play Bumpy Flight
This guide explains the core mechanics of Bumpy Flight, a game where players manage passengers and fly a plane to a destination. It covers pre-flight tasks like loading luggage and boarding passengers, in-flight duties such as managing passenger needs and flying the aircraft, and how to handle in-game events like turbulence and engine failures. The guide also offers tips for effective job delegation and preparation.
