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The Aliens co-op shooter that ate up way too much of my time is going bigger for its sequel
Cold Iron Studios has announced Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, the sequel to their co-op shooter, set to launch in summer 2026 for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game will expand to four-player co-op, introduce new classes including a customizable Specialist, and feature a variety of new Xenomorph enemies and dedicated horde maps.
Explosive co-op shooter Aliens: Fireteam Elite gets a sequel, and it's coming soon
Cold Iron Studios has officially confirmed Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a sequel to the co-op shooter, set to release in summer 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The sequel will expand to four-player co-op, introduce new classes and weapons, and feature an updated horde mode and cross-platform play.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Announced For PC and Consoles
Daybreak Game Company and Cold Iron Studios have announced Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a co-op third-person shooter sequel launching this summer for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The game will feature four-player cooperative squad combat, new xenomorph types, a customizable Specialist class, and a Horde Mode.
Daybreak and Cold Iron formally unveil Aliens Fireteam Elite 2, coming in Q3 this year
Daybreak Game Company and Cold Iron Studios have officially unveiled Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, the sequel to their cooperative shooter. The game is slated for a Q3 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, featuring four-player co-op, cross-play, and a new Specialist class. EG7 also revealed that Daybreak is in talks to acquire Cold Iron Studios.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 revealed to arrive this "Summer"
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is set to launch this summer, developed by Cold Iron Studios and published by Daybreak Game Company. The sequel will feature squads of four players, a greater variety of Xenomorph threats, a customizable Specialist class, and a dedicated horde mode. The game aims to provide a definitive co-op Aliens experience, improving upon its predecessor.
Highly Anticipated Aliens PS5 Game Gets Release Date Window
Cold Iron Studios and Daybreak Games have announced Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a sequel to the 2021 co-op shooter, set for a Summer 2026 release window on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game will feature four-player squads, full crossplay, customizable classes, and a new Horde mode. The original game, released in 2021, also received updates and a Nintendo Switch port.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is coming this summer, now with more marines and a 'massive variety of new…
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is in development by Cold Iron Studios and will be published by Daybreak Game Company. The co-op shooter is expected to launch this summer on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The sequel promises new xenomorph types, expanded horde modes, and more marines to fight the alien threat.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Revealed, And You Can Almost Hear The Motion Tracker Already
Cold Iron Studios and Daybreak Game Company have revealed Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a sequel to the 2021 PvE shooter. It is scheduled for a Summer 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, featuring four-player fireteams, cross-play support, new Xenomorph types, and a dedicated Horde mode.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is Out This Summer With 4-Player Support, Larger Horde Maps and More
Cold Iron Studios' Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 is set to launch this Summer for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The sequel will feature 4-player cooperative support, larger horde maps with escalating enemy waves, and new Xenomorph types. The game will also include full cross-play at launch.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Officially Announced, May 7th Reveal Confirmed
Cold Iron Studios has officially announced Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, with a full reveal scheduled for May 7th via IGN. The game is a third-person PvE shooter, similar to its predecessor, and is expected to feature a campaign of eight to 12 hours and a new Horde Mode variant. It is slated for release on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, potentially in the third quarter of this year.
Fortnite Save the World is now free to play, and on Switch 2 for the first time
Fortnite Save the World, the original co-op horde mode, is now free to play on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, Xbox Cloud Gaming, GeForce Now, Amazon Luna, and Nintendo Switch. This move aims to give the mode a broader audience, with new crossover quests planned between Save the World and Fortnite Battle Royale. Existing players will receive several in-game items as a thank you.
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando review - guns, guts, and glory | Pocket Tactics
This review of John Carpenter's Toxic Commando questions whether the game successfully translates the director's unique style into an interactive experience. It explores the game's blend of action, gore, and horde-based gameplay.
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando Review - Lost in the Horde | COGconnected
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is a horde-based action game that struggles to stand out amidst its genre. Despite a promising premise and a gameplay trailer showcasing its cooperative elements, the game appears lost in the crowd of similar titles.
Gears 5 Review | Giant Bomb
Gears 5 offers a solid campaign that continues the story of Kait Diaz, though its new open-world elements are less successful than traditional Gears gameplay. The game also features an improved Horde mode and a new Escape mode, but competitive multiplayer remains largely unchanged. Available on Xbox Game Pass, Gears 5 is recommended for its campaign and Horde mode, especially given its inclusion in the subscription service.
