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Co-Op Bermuda Triangle Extraction Game ‘Wreck Runners’ Heading to Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 Consoles on July 16
Disruptive Games announced that its co-op multiplayer extraction game, Wreck Runners, will launch on July 16, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game is set in the Bermuda Triangle and tasks players with gathering loot for the Trustwell Corporation while braving unnatural creatures and an encroaching fog.
The Hunt Awaits: Everything You Need to Know About the Mistfall Hunter Open Beta on XBOX
Mistfall Hunter, a dark fantasy action extraction RPG, is launching its first open beta on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC from June 14 to June 22. The beta will introduce the new Withered Knight class and the Hallowgrove map, alongside other gameplay updates and exclusive cosmetics for participants. The game is set to officially launch on July 29, 2026, and will be available Day One with Xbox Game Pass.
MMOs You’ve Never Heard Of: Mistfall Hunter, Crewed, and Forsaken Lands
This article rounds up lesser-known multiplayer games, including Mistfall Hunter, a PvPvE extraction ARPG with a beta planned for Steam Next Fest on June 15th and a full release on July 29th. Crewed, a co-op spaceship chaos game for up to six players, has a demo available and aims for a Q3 release. Forsaken Lands, a co-op deckbuilding roguelike for up to three players, is currently in a playtest.
Expendabots Announced
Collision Games and Blue Brain Games have announced Expendabots, a co-op horror and extraction game. The title is set to release later this year on Windows and macOS via Steam, with a reveal trailer showcasing some of its features.
The indie team that spun out of Project Blackbird just announced friendslop game Hijinks High
Indie studio Sackbird, formed by former ZeniMax Online Studios developers who were laid off after the cancellation of Project Blackbird, has announced its first game, Hijinks High. This multiplayer party game tasks players with causing as much mayhem as possible in a school setting before the final bell rings, with an extraction element involving escaping faculty.
Zombie extraction game Pale Tide announced for PC
Belgian studio Aberratic has announced Pale Tide, a single-player zombie extraction game that will be released on PC. The game focuses on survival and resource management within a post-apocalyptic world.
Scary Alone, Hilarious Together! Face Ancient Horrors and Deadly Traps With Friends in Tomb Busters, coming to mobile and PC on May 27
Giant Games announced that its co-op horror looter extraction game, Tomb Busters, will launch globally on PC, iOS, and Android on May 27, 2026. The game, which has achieved over 200 million downloads in China, features cooperative gameplay with up to four players delving into tombs filled with traps and monsters inspired by Chinese folklore. Pre-registration is now open for mobile platforms.
The chaotic underwater co-op experience dives onto Steam May 14, 2026
Independent developer Khaos Games announced that their co-op submarine extraction game What’Sub will launch in Early Access on Steam on May 14, 2026. The game features up to four players crewing a submarine to extract cargo from hostile underwater depths, with sessions lasting approximately ten minutes before a shark storm arrives.
WRUP: He’s Chort edition | Massively Overpowered
This week's 'What Are You Playing' segment features discussions on Guild Wars 2, The Division 2, and Final Fantasy XIV. Staff members also shared their thoughts on disappointing landmarks, with Mount Rushmore and Plymouth Rock being mentioned.
Disruptive Games Opens Playtests for Bermuda Triangle Co-op Horror Extraction Game ‘Wreck Runners'
Disruptive Games has announced Wreck Runners, a co-op extraction horror game set in the Bermuda Triangle, for PC. The game is currently holding playtests on Steam until May 11th, allowing players to experience its physics-driven multiplayer gameplay. Players will salvage loot while battling environmental hazards and creatures in a shapeshifting world.
Wreck Runners Playtests Now Live for Co-Op Horror Extraction Game
Disruptive Games has announced Wreck Runners, a co-op horror extraction game set in the Bermuda Triangle, which is currently available for PC via Steam playtests until May 11. Players work for the Trustwell Corporation, tasked with salvaging scrap and surviving dangerous creatures and environmental hazards within the shifting world. The game emphasizes multiplayer teamwork, physics-driven chaos, and unpredictable extraction moments.
Dark And Darker Can "Move Ahead With Full Legal Certainty" After Court Ruling
Developer Ironmace can proceed with Dark and Darker development with legal certainty following a South Korean Supreme Court ruling that upheld a lower court's decision in a copyright dispute with Nexon. While the court found Ironmace infringed on trade secrets, it was not guilty of copyright infringement, and the developer's appeals were dismissed. This ruling ends the legal battle, allowing the game to continue its online service without threat of suspension.
Dark Fantasy ExtrAction RPG Gods, Death & Reapers Launches Playtest; Available on Steam and FirstLook Until May 4
Wolcen Studio has launched the Closed Alpha 5 playtest for their Dark Fantasy ExtrAction RPG, Gods, Death & Reapers, available on Steam and FirstLook until May 4. This update introduces new map modes, abilities, upgrades, environmental hazards, enemy types, and an endgame Arena mode. The game blends PvP extraction gameplay with PvE encounters and will release on Windows PC via Steam Early Access.
Live Service Game The Cube, Save Us Dies After Just Three Weeks | HappyGamer
The live service game 'The Cube, Save Us' has shut down after only three weeks, highlighting the rapid failures within the genre. This extraction/battle royale hybrid joins other titles like Concord and Highguard in a trend of short-lived online experiences. The article reflects on the saturation of the battle royale market and the challenges live service games face in building sustainable player bases and communities.
VOID DIVER Celebrates 90,000 Wishlists with New Character Raven
VOID DIVER: Escape from the Abyss has surpassed 90,000 wishlists on Steam, prompting the release of its fourth playable character, Raven. Developed by STUDIO NEMO under LoadComplete, the game combines extraction and RPG elements with an HD-2D visual style. Future updates planned for 2026 include new content for Steam Next Fest and expanded shop management features.
Astroneer spinoff Starseeker prepares for an April open beta with new gameplay videos
System Era Softworks announced that Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions, a multiplayer spinoff of Astroneer, will begin an open beta in April. Players can sign up via Discord for testing on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5. New gameplay videos showcase creatures on the planet Tephra and a nearly 20-minute look at the expedition gameplay loop.
Road to Vostok sales have funded the game’s production for ‘years and years’ to come, says dev
Road to Vostok, an extraction and hardcore genre game, has achieved significant sales success in its first 24 hours of Early Access, fully funding its production for years to come. The solo developer's game is a top seller in multiple countries on Steam and has garnered a 'Very Positive' rating, with estimations suggesting around 63,000 copies sold and substantial revenue.
From Frogspawn to Frog Sqwad: The Making of A Sticky, Snacky New Multiplayer Game
Developer Panic Stations shares insights into the creation of their upcoming multiplayer puzzle-platformer, Frog Sqwad. The game, which features up to 8 players as frogs with sticky tongues, is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud in June 2026, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass. The article details the team's focus on maximizing fun per minute and the development of core mechanics like tongue physics and procedural generation.
Superalignment – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Superalignment is a co-op horror extraction game for up to four players where participants harvest energy cells from derelict orbital stations infested with hostile machines. The game features procedurally generated layouts, and players can invest earnings in better gear between shifts. Teamwork is emphasized, with players dividing roles or sticking together for safety.
The Division 2 has set a new concurrent record on Steam, almost doubling its previous peak player count since 2019
Tom Clancy's The Division 2 has achieved a new all-time concurrent player record on Steam, reaching over 27,000 players. This surge is attributed to the game's 10th-anniversary celebration, which includes a limited-time Realism Mode and free access to the Warlords of New York expansion. Future updates and The Division 3 are also in development.
