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SULFUR: A Deeply Striking FPS!
SULFUR is a creative first-person shooter that blends dungeon crawling and extraction mechanics with roguelike elements. While the gunplay, weapon customization, and presentation are strong, the punishing difficulty and occasional repetitive nature can be drawbacks. The game is currently in Early Access on Steam for $24.99.
Making our favorite FPS modes 1v1 to decide the greatest of them all
This article discusses the diverse and enduring appeal of various first-person shooter game modes. It introduces a reader-voted tournament to determine the greatest FPS mode, pitting popular formats like Team Deathmatch, Battle Royale, and Capture the Flag against each other.
Poppy Playtime Spinoff Escape from Playtime Gets Early Access Release Date
The co-op survival horror spinoff 'Escape from Playtime,' based on the 'Poppy Playtime' series, is set to launch into Steam Early Access on October 21. The game was previously announced at Gamescom last month.
NightRunner – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
NightRunner is a new horde survival game combining extraction, dungeon exploration, and tower defense elements. Players choose from four Runner Kits and crew roles, defending their moving train wagon against enemies. The game features four distinct modes where failed runs result in losing all scavenged resources.
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions adds new missions with Sinking Reef update, teases next patch
The early access co-op extraction game Starseeker has received the Sinking Reef update, adding a new aquatic region with new missions, blueprints, and sea labs. The update also includes bug fixes and UI improvements, with System Era teasing more structured missions and an 'existential threat' in future patches.
Mistfall Hunter Impressions: An Extraction Soulslike Gem — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Mistfall Hunter is an extraction Soulslike game that offers a premium experience with free-to-play mechanics like timed crafting and safe inventory slots. While these systems feel unusual for a $25 product, they make the game accessible and encourage engagement. The game features six playable characters and two maps with varying difficulty, with the reviewer eager to explore more content.
Mistfall Hunter Peaks at Nearly 45,000 Concurrent on Steam, Crosses 500,000 Players Overall
Bellring Games' Mistfall Hunter has surpassed 500,000 players overall and achieved a peak of nearly 45,000 concurrent players on Steam. To celebrate, the developers are issuing in-game rewards and plan to release a client update addressing stability issues and introducing new content, including the Mist Lord boss encounter.
Mobilspel, monsterfångst och familjens första Halo – Vi tar #spelhelg
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, covering a diverse range of titles including Frosthaven, Balatro, Final Fantasy VI, Marvel Snap, Palworld, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, and Halo. Other mentioned games include The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Crazy Taxi, Double Dragon: Rise of the Dragons, Cyberpunk 2077, RoboCop: Rogue City, Thimbleweed Park, Mario Party, Helldivers 2, Mistfall Hunter, and Splatoon Raiders. The article also touches upon extraction games, board games, and party games.
Mistfall Hunter Arrives On Game Pass, Xbox, PC, PS5 – Enter The Gyldenmist At Your Own Risk
Mistfall Hunter has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, also joining Xbox Game Pass on day one. The game blends extraction gameplay with dark fantasy action RPG mechanics, featuring PvPvE encounters where players risk losing all their loot if they fail to extract. Developed by Bellring Games and published by Skystone Games, it emphasizes skill-based combat and cooperative play without pay-to-win mechanics.
Mistfall Hunter on PS5 Pro is the “Most Refined Version,” DualSense Support Coming Post-Launch
Mistfall Hunter, a Souls-like PvEvP extraction title, is launching today for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game will feature separate Quality and Performance modes, with the PlayStation 5 Pro version promising the most refined console experience. DualSense support with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers is planned for future updates.
FixForce: The Fun Starts When Everything Goes Wrong
FixForce is a co-op extraction platformer from Surgent Studios where up to six players act as robot repairmen in a post-apocalyptic world. The game emphasizes emergent chaos and player-driven solutions, allowing disembodied heads to continue playing and even revive teammates. FixForce is available on Xbox Series X|S and PC, and is included with Xbox Game Pass.
250,000+ Wishlists: Co-op Tornado Survival Game Funnel Runners Launches July 16
The co-op tornado survival game Funnel Runners is launching into Steam Early Access on July 16, 2024, with a 10% discount. The game has already garnered over 250,000 Steam wishlists and features first-person scavenging, teamwork, and physics-driven destruction as players attempt to escape a city before a tornado hits.
Mega-viral horror co-op extraction builder ‘Grain Rot’ launching August 7 on PC
The co-op horror extraction builder 'Grain Rot' will launch on PC via Steam on August 7, 2026. Developed by Beck & Branch Games and published by Neem Interactive, the game has gained significant traction with nearly 200,000 wishlists and over 350,000 demo downloads. Players team up to salvage loot from underground ruins while avoiding monsters and potential betrayal from teammates.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for July 13 to 17
This week's Xbox releases from July 13 to 17 include a variety of genres across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass. Notable titles include the roguelike 'Ascend to ZERO', the tactical train-builder 'Fogpiercer', and the open-world extreme sports game 'MAVRIX by Matt Jones'.
It’s a Dwarf’s Life in the Mines: Dwarf Delve to Release on July 27th
Gloom Box and indie.io announced that the rogue-lite extraction adventure game Dwarf Delve will launch on PC via Steam on July 27th, 2026. Players will descend into procedurally generated mines, collecting ores and relics while managing risks of collapse and time running out. Resources gathered can be used for permanent upgrades and new equipment.
Best New Xbox And Game Pass Games For July 2026
July 2026 will bring several notable game releases and Game Pass additions for Xbox players. Highlights include remakes of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag and Halo: Combat Evolved, alongside new titles like The Planet Crafter and Mistfall Hunter. The month offers a diverse range of genres, from action RPGs and puzzle adventures to survival and retro shooters, ensuring something for every player.
How to extract in Sand Raiders of Sophie
This guide explains how to extract in Sand Raiders of Sophie by using radio towers to call for a dropship. Players must reach a radio tower, activate it, and then wait for a dropship to arrive within a specific time limit to bank their scavenged loot. The process has different mechanics for Voyage and Storm Dive game modes.
Hands On: Astroneer Turns Co-Op Extraction Adventure, But Is 'Starseeker' Worth Playing In Early Access?
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, the co-op focused spin-off of Astroneer, is now available in Early Access on Nintendo Switch. This new title shifts from the original's survival sandbox to a more structured extraction-style gameplay loop with time-limited missions and hostile alien creatures. While the game shows promise with its charming aesthetic and engaging co-op design, it currently suffers from bugs and progress-blocking issues typical of early access titles, alongside the inclusion of microtransactions.
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.
Into the Fire is a survival extraction game where the enemy is a volcano
Into the Fire, a new survival extraction game from Starward Industries, was showcased with a trailer during Summer Game Fest. Players must rescue survivors from a volcanic archipelago using specialized tools before lava and environmental hazards consume the islands. The game is set to release in Early Access on PC via Steam later this year.
