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Heave Ho 2 launches in July
Devolver Digital and Le Cartel Studio announced that Heave Ho 2, a slapstick multiplayer party platformer, will launch on July 16th for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game features 2-4 player online and couch co-op/versus modes across eight themed worlds with new mechanics and gadgets. A demo is currently available on PC.
Marvel Rivals Season 8.5 Brings Cyclops, Massive New Battles And Summer Celebrations
Marvel Rivals Season 8.5 has launched, introducing the iconic mutant Cyclops to the hero roster and a new 18v18 game mode called Bounty Annihilation. The update also brings a new map, K’un-Lun: Shenloong Arena, and a Summer Festival event with rewards and new costumes. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, and NetEase Games is also launching a program to support third-party community tournaments.
Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Information is “Coming,” Assures The Coalition
The Coalition has confirmed that more details about the multiplayer modes for Gears of War: E-Day will be revealed soon. Brand director Nicole Fawcette stated that the initial gameplay reveal focused on the cinematic story and characters, but multiplayer information, including the return of Versus and an expanded Horde mode with Siege, is forthcoming. The game is set to release on October 6th for Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Tapestry is a painterly grand strategy multiplayer war game where you plot your victory at the start of every match
Tapestry is a new turn-based grand strategy multiplayer game from BeeForge Studios, featuring a painterly art style and unique mechanics for plotting actions at the start of each match. Players can choose from four distinct factions, engage in dice-based combat with modifiers, and utilize private one-to-one chats for diplomacy or deception. The game is currently fundraising on Kickstarter and available to wishlist on Steam.
The American Revolution Arrives In Holdfast: Nations At War With Huge Free Expansion
The free American Revolution expansion is now available for Holdfast: Nations At War on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. This major update introduces the American Revolutionary War setting with new historical battlefields, game modes like Invasion and Offensive, and 15 new classes, supporting the game's signature 75v75 multiplayer battles.
PIGEON: A LOVE STORY DROPS NEXT FEST DEMO UPDATE FEATURING LOCALISATION, MULTIPLAYER AND MIC-ACTIVATED ‘COOING’
Wristwork and Tiny Dragon Games have released a major v1 demo update for Pigeon: A Love Story, coinciding with Steam Next Fest. The update introduces extensive localisation for multiple languages, a 'speak to coo' microphone integration, multiplayer mode, a visual overhaul of London, and community-driven rejection submissions.
Fight for the King or join Washington’s Continental Army in Holdfast: American Revolution, out now on Steam, Xbox Series X/S & PS5!
The major free expansion, Holdfast: American Revolution, is now available for Holdfast: Nations At War on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. This expansion brings the American Revolutionary War to the game's 150-player battlefields, allowing players to choose sides between the British Redcoats and Washington's Continental Army. New features include amphibious landings in Invasion mode and 15 bespoke classes.
Rhythm Paradise Groove Preview – The rhythm is gonna get you
Rhythm Paradise Groove offers a collection of quirky rhythm-based mini-games, each with a unique visual and musical style. While some challenges may require practice, the game's eccentric humor, simple mechanics, and catchy music create a fun experience. The preview also highlighted a unique RPG-like mode called Beatspell and various multiplayer options.
Rhythm Paradise Groove hands-on preview - don’t stop the minigame music
A hands-on preview of Rhythm Paradise Groove for the Nintendo Switch reveals a return to the series' demanding rhythm-based minigames, focusing on timing and memorization rather than randomness. The game features 80 solo minigames and promises over 30 multiplayer modes, aiming to be the series' biggest entry yet and an accessible party game.
NBA The Run Review
NBA The Run offers a fast-paced 3v3 basketball experience reminiscent of the NBA Street series, featuring online multiplayer modes like Solos and Squads. While it boasts good visuals and a decent roster of unlockable players, the game lacks depth and long-term engagement due to repetitive tournament structures and somewhat stiff on-court action.
Multiplayer in JDM launches today on Steam!
The multiplayer component for the game JDM has launched today on Steam, with GOG and Epic Games Store releases to follow. The multiplayer mode supports up to 8 players in an open-world sandbox environment.
3goo Launches Arcade Racer 4PGP on PlayStation 5 and Steam
3goo has launched its arcade-style racing game, 4PGP, on PlayStation 5 and Steam for $19.99 USD. The game features multiplayer competition, a 90s-inspired arcade feel with modern performance, and support for up to four players in split-screen. Updates for the PlayStation 5 and Steam versions include 4K/60FPS support, analogue acceleration/braking, and new unlockable content. The Nintendo Switch versions also received a free update with similar improvements and added racing wheel support.
Co-op multiplayer roguelike 33 Immortals fights its way out of early access to reach 1.0 today
The cooperative multiplayer roguelike 33 Immortals, developed by Thunder Lotus, has officially launched its 1.0 version today, June 10th, after exiting early access. The game features crossplay support, and progress from the demo version will carry over to the full release.
REMATCH SEASON 4: The Rematch Nations Cup Is On. So Are You!
Sloclap has launched Season 4 for their football game Rematch, introducing the timed Nations Cup event running from June 11th to July 23rd. Players can represent one of 32 nations, compete in fast-paced matches, and unlock exclusive rewards through the new Captain Pass. The update also includes gameplay improvements like a Fake Shot feature and enhanced goalkeeper AI, alongside discounts across all platforms.
Arcade Golf Swings onto PC: Golf 5 MAX Arrives on Steam in Q4 2026
Golf 5 MAX, a retro-inspired arcade golf game from Lenya Digital and AAA Game Studios, is set to launch on PC via Steam in Q4 2026. A public demo featuring two courses is available now ahead of Steam Next Fest. The game will include single-player and multiplayer modes, RPG-style character progression, and a realistic physics engine powering a classic 3-click swing system.
Tunnel for Treasures with Friends in the New Demo for DIG Raiders: Anomaly Extraction, Available Today
A new demo for the multiplayer extraction game DIG Raiders: Anomaly Extraction is available today, featuring five new levels ahead of its inclusion in Steam Next Fest. Developed by Soda Game Studio and published by Infini Fun, the game will release on PC via Steam in 2026. The demo allows players to experience co-op, competitive, or solo missions with distinct goals and mechanics across various environments.
JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE SURVIVATON Announced by Vampire Survivors Developer Poncle | Invision Game Community
SHUEISHA GAMES and developer Poncle have announced JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON, a multiplayer action game inspired by Vampire Survivors. The title will feature over 20 playable characters from the JUJUTSU KAISEN series, up to eight-player online matches, and will launch in 2026 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Players will battle waves of enemies and rivals, with victory determined by a final one-on-one duel.
Pick Your Country And Compete In Rematch’s New Nations Cup Event
Sloclap has launched Season 4 for its game Rematch, introducing a new Nations Cup event that runs from June 11th to July 23rd. Players can represent one of 32 nations, unlock exclusive cosmetics through the new Captain Pass, and enjoy gameplay improvements including a new Fake Shot mechanic and enhanced goalkeeper AI. The update is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
"It's coming" Gears of War: E-Day developer reassures multiplayer fans that more information is on the way
Developers for Gears of War: E-Day have assured fans that more information regarding the game's multiplayer modes will be revealed soon. Following the game's single-player focused reveal, lead developers confirmed that details about multiplayer mechanics, including the four-player squad format and the Siege game mode, are forthcoming. The game is confirmed as an exclusive for Xbox and PC.
30+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Mid-Year Deals Sale (North America/Europe)
Sony's PlayStation Store is hosting a Mid-Year Deals sale, offering discounts on numerous PS5 and PS4 games until July 1st. The sale includes titles like '13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim', 'Anger Foot', and 'Another Crab's Treasure', with some games reaching their lowest prices ever. Push Square has curated a list of recommended titles that have received high scores.
