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Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report shows off a full multiplayer battle
King Art Games has released a new Battlefield Report for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, showcasing a 1v1 multiplayer match between the Space Marines and Orks. The video highlights faction differences and familiar real-time strategy gameplay. The game is set to release on September 17th and will feature four factions, including Adeptus Mechanicus and Necrons, along with a Conquest Mode and mission editor.
Mario Kart World gets two new Knockout Tour routes and a new Photo Mode feature in latest update
Mario Kart World has received update version 1.7.0, introducing two new Knockout Tour routes: Drill Rally and Boomerang Rally. The update also enhances Photo Mode with new stickers and improves acceleration and gliding speeds for certain characters and vehicles. Additionally, several gameplay fixes and optimizations have been implemented to enhance the overall player experience.
How to build an Xbox game night for every kind of player
This guide provides advice on hosting a successful Xbox game night for players of all skill levels and preferences. It emphasizes selecting a variety of games, structuring the evening in rounds, and accommodating both active players and spectators. The article also touches on practical tips like food choices, room setup, and utilizing services like Game Pass.
Multiplayer sci-fi sandbox SpaceCraft introduces an offline solo mode just two weeks after its early access
Shiro Games has introduced an offline solo mode for its sci-fi sandbox game SpaceCraft, just two weeks after its early access launch. This new mode allows players to experience the game solo, with some features like nexus trading disabled, while enabling benefits such as paused production when the game is inactive. The studio cited community feedback as the primary driver for this addition, which comes amidst mixed reviews on Steam and a peak concurrency of over 7,700 players.
Splatoon Raiders Hands-on Preview - An island adventure
Splatoon Raiders is an upcoming adventure game where players join Deep Cut and a new character, The Mechanic, on a treasure hunting expedition to the Spirhalite Islands. After crashing, they must establish a base and explore islands for treasure, battling Salmonids and utilizing customizable weapons and ink tanks. The game features multiplayer support and is set to release on July 23, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Wreckfest 2 Update 8 Adds Player Progression, New Cars, and Chaotic Random Waypoint Mode | Invision Game
Wreckfest 2 has launched Update 8, introducing its first player progression system that rewards players for racing, crashing, and general chaos. The update also adds new races, two new cars, a multiplayer-exclusive Random Waypoint Mode with unpredictable objectives, and features like shareable paint jobs and an Easy Tuning Mode. This update is part of the game's ongoing Early Access roadmap, with further progression features planned.
Splatoon Raiders multiplayer features detailed
Splatoon Raiders will feature multiplayer modes for up to four players, supporting local wireless and online play. A new "Call for Help" feature allows solo players to summon online assistance for raids, with rewards for both the helper and the host. The game is set to launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23, 2026.
Star Fox Review – You Did Good, Fox
This review praises Star Fox, a remake of Star Fox 64, for its engaging gameplay, updated visuals, and enhanced narrative. Despite being a familiar experience, the game's quick pace, rewarding level design, and new online multiplayer mode make it a compelling title for both new and returning players. The updated aesthetic and soundtrack are highlighted as significant improvements over previous versions.
nanos world – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
nanos world is a new open-world multiplayer sandbox game that offers extensive creative freedom through Lua scripting and custom Unreal Engine 5 asset imports. Players can host dedicated servers for various game modes, from roleplay to tactical shooters. The platform aims to be a spiritual successor to games like Garry's Mod and SA-MP, and is currently offering beta sign-ups.
Delta Force's "biggest update of the year" adds a radioactive map, Terminator-style enemy agents, and a transport chopper
The free-to-play shooter Delta Force is receiving its "biggest update of the year," titled 'Season Meltdown,' on Tuesday, June 30. This update introduces a new map called Coliseum for Havoc Warfare mode, two new weapons, a transport helicopter, and a new operator with freezing abilities. Hazard Operations mode will feature the AZ3 Nuclear Plant location with radiation hazards and a new Terminator-inspired enemy boss, the Neural Device Agent H1000.
Roadmaps and Plans
An unofficial multiplayer mode for The Last of Us Part II Remastered is planned for PC release in September 2026. This fan-made project aims to bring cooperative gameplay to the acclaimed title on PC.
Animal Game – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Animal Game is a 2 to 4 player roguelite party brawler featuring creatures battling with oversized weapons. The game includes an anti-snowball system where the last place player receives powerful upgrade selections, keeping matches unpredictable. Both local and online multiplayer options are available, and players can sign up for the beta.
SpaceCraft now has a solo offline mode
Shiro Games has released a solo offline mode for their early access space exploration and building game, SpaceCraft, in response to community feedback. This new mode offers separate progression and removes multiplayer-specific systems like Nexus trading, while also introducing improvements such as reduced crafting times and increased extractor speeds for players who prefer a single-player experience.
Meccha Chameleon review: A wonderful, rough-edged playground of creativity and psychic violence
Meccha Chameleon offers a creative and engaging multiplayer hide-and-seek experience where players hand-paint their camouflage to blend into the environment. Despite some technical issues and a rough user interface stemming from its indie development, the game's core mechanic of competitive disguise provides a uniquely rewarding and fun challenge.
The best MMO and multiplayer deals from Steam’s 2026 summer sale and beyond
Steam's 2026 Summer Sale is offering significant discounts on a wide variety of MMO and multiplayer titles, including bundles and individual game sales. Notable deals include discounts on Palworld, Guild Wars 2, Dune Awakening, Destiny 2 DLC, Elder Scrolls Online, and many more, with prices slashed across numerous genres and publishers.
Star Fox Is Now Available on Nintendo Switch 2
Star Fox, a remake of the classic on-rails shooter Lylat Wars, has launched on Nintendo Switch 2. The game features updated graphics, new voiced cutscenes, and includes familiar characters like Fox McCloud and his father James. It offers Campaign, Challenge, and VS modes, with local and online multiplayer options, and innovative control schemes.
Ratatan - An Apology and Notice Regarding Launch Delay
The release of the rhythm roguelike action game 'Ratatan' has been postponed from June 25, 2026, to October 15, 2026. Developer Ratata Arts cited the need for further improvements to multiplayer stability, bug fixes based on Steam Early Access feedback, and final adjustments across platforms. Players who pre-ordered will receive Deluxe bonus content as compensation.
Cubic Spree launches today on Steam
Surtrflame's 2D action party game, Cubic Spree, has launched on PC via Steam. The game supports up to 8 players locally and online, featuring customizable characters and user-created levels. Players can express themselves through a skin editor and build custom arenas using a level editor.
Meccha Chameleon sells 3 million copies in its first week
Indie multiplayer game Meccha Chameleon, developed by lemorion_1224, has achieved significant success, selling 3 million copies in its first week. The game challenges players to camouflage themselves within environments to avoid detection. It has also seen a peak of over 340,000 concurrent players on Steam, with a new map planned for release.
Multiplayer ‘remains a clear focus’ for Dune Awakening, says Funcom in its single-player explainer
Funcom has clarified its focus for Dune: Awakening, stating that multiplayer remains a core element despite the addition of a dedicated single-player mode. The developer explained that the transition to single-player required significant technical infrastructure changes, shifting operations from server to client. While social hubs will remain, player-to-player trading has been removed in the solo experience, though players can customize resource rates and other settings.