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Hands Over, a Horror Party Game, Announced for PC
Hands Over, a new multiplayer horror party game developed by Artdock, has been announced for PC. The game reimagines popular childhood mini-games with a deadly twist.
I Can't Believe I'm Writing This: Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat Is Coming to PS5, PS4
Outright Games is developing a new party game based on Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat, set to release on October 30th for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The game will feature minigames and a hide-and-seek mode, with an emphasis on accessibility options for all ages.
Ultimate Wobble Run – New Sofa-Based Chaos On Xbox And Play Anywhere
Ultimate Wobble Run, a new physics-based party racing game from Lucky Raccoon Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC with Xbox Play Anywhere support for £4.99. The game focuses on chaotic, wobbly movement and obstacle courses designed for local multiplayer mayhem, though it also includes a solo mode with time attack challenges.
Demos and Freebies
One Last Hand is a chaotic party game for 2-6 players on PC that blends poker with Battle Royale mechanics. Players can attack rivals with powerful hands in a deadly game where fair play is discarded.
Battle Food Mania drops on Steam next month — MP3s & NPCs
The food fight party game Battle Food Mania is set to launch on PC via Steam on June 24. Developed by GoatFish Studios, the game features fast-paced action with random food characters and both solo and multiplayer modes. A demo is currently available on Steam.
BIG BAD SOCCER OUT NOW ON STEAM - FAST, CHAOTIC LOCAL PARTY FOOTBALL WITH A 10% LAUNCH DISCOUNT
Independent developer Superstar Games has launched Big Bad Soccer on Steam, featuring fast-paced, chaotic arcade football designed for local party gameplay. The game emphasizes quick matches and fun with friends over complex simulation. A 10% launch discount is available on Steam.
Heave Ho 2 Hands-on Preview – More chaos, more fun
Heave Ho 2 builds upon the chaotic fun of its predecessor with more unhinged gameplay and interactive environments. The sequel introduces new mechanics and themed worlds, enhancing the party game experience with both local and online multiplayer support. The game is slated for a mid-2026 release.
One Body, One Night - We’re In Trouble Announced!
We're In Trouble is a new cooperative stealth-physics experience where players must work together to move a body out of an office building unnoticed. The game emphasizes realistic physics, communication, and teamwork, as players navigate security guards, cameras, and environmental hazards. Each level introduces new challenges and random events, promising chaotic and memorable co-op moments.
Spooky Spirit Shooting Gallery to receive Nintendo Switch 2 version
Nippon Columbia announced that Spooky Spirit Shooting Gallery will receive a Nintendo Switch 2 version, releasing in Japan on August 6, 2026. This edition will feature local and online GameShare with GameChat functionality. The game includes Carnival Mode for shooting spirits and Party Mode for up to three players, with an unlockable Spirit Stairway Challenge.
Ultimate Jello Party – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Ultimate Jello Party is a multiplayer party game that combines card, board, and minigame elements for up to four players. Players compete using strategy, cards, and resources to earn coins, collect jellies, and win mini-games. An open beta is currently available for players to request access.
Grab Your Squad — Party-Life Sim Hybrid Totopia’s Mic Check Playtest Launches Today!
The free-to-play party-life simulation hybrid Totopia has launched its 'Mic Check' Steam Playtest, allowing players to experience its blend of competitive party games and life simulation elements. Developed by JNG Studio, the playtest runs from May 7th to May 18th and features over 100 unique maps, character customization, and base building on Pulse Avenue.
Nintendo Download for 7th May, 2026
The latest Nintendo Download update for May 7, 2026, features new releases like Mixtape and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for the Nintendo Switch 2. The update also highlights various games suitable for Mother's Day celebrations, including Nintendo Switch Sports and Overcooked! 2. Several other titles are also available on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, with some releasing later in May.
What we've been playing - "Meanwhile, Lara Croft and Breaking Bad's Walter White have just had their first child"
Several individuals share their current gaming experiences, highlighting titles like the visually striking cyberpunk game Replaced, the co-op party game Heave Ho 2, and the MMORPG Old School RuneScape. Other games mentioned include Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Elden Ring, Pokémon Leaf Green, and Deadlock.
Indie Game of the Month Awards April 2026 🏅
The Indie Game of the Month Awards for April 2026 highlight outstanding indie titles across various genres. Gecko Gods won Platformer of the Month, GRIME II took Metroidvania of the Month, and People of Note received the top prize for Indie Game of the Month.
Sledding Game Slides Into Game Pass With Chaotic Snowy Fun
Sledding Game, a chaotic multiplayer experience focused on fun rather than winning, has launched in Game Preview on Xbox Series X|S and PC, and is available Day One on Game Pass. Developed by The Sledding Corporation, the game features physics-based sledding, social elements like proximity voice chat, and various winter activities beyond racing. It also includes unexpected elements like a yeti and customizable animal avatars.
Fight or Kite: Super Battle Golf is an insane multiplayer Mario Golf, Mario Cart, and Fall Guys mash-up
Super Battle Golf is a chaotic and fun multiplayer experience that blends elements of golf games like Mario Golf 64 with party game mechanics similar to Mario Kart and Fall Guys. The game features simultaneous play, power-ups for combat and speed, and customizable options, making it a unique party title that is also a golf game. It is available on Steam for $8 and offers a quick and engaging time for friends.
CHAOS BREAKS LOOSE AS BANDIT TRAP LAUNCHES TODAY
Bandit Trap, a 3v1 physics-driven multiplayer party brawler from Picomy and PM Studios, has launched today on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game features destructible environments where one player acts as a Trapper setting up traps, while three Bandits attempt to steal treasures and escape. The developers highlighted the game's chaotic fun and strategic depth, with a special collaboration with Menchie's Frozen Yogurt also announced for May.
Forest of Deceit Announced
Ghost Camp has announced Forest of Deceit, a social deduction party game designed for 4-8 players. The game is set to launch on Windows PC via Steam in the third quarter of this year. An announcement trailer has been released showcasing gameplay.
Betray your friends in Forest of Deceit, from the creator of THE CORRIDOR
Ghost Camp and Thomas Mackinnon announced Forest of Deceit, a social deduction party game for 4-8 players, is coming to Steam in early Q3 2026. Players must gather resources to build a shelter against a storm, while some players secretly act as traitors trying to sabotage the group's efforts. The game supports local and online multiplayer, with players using their phones or other devices as controllers.
Colourful Indie Games (Part 7) 🌈
This article reviews six colorful indie games: Tiny Bookshop, Gecko Gods, Spica Adventure, Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege, ROGOLF, and Fruit Mountain Party. Tiny Bookshop is a charming bookshop sim, Gecko Gods a stylish 3D puzzle platformer, and Spica Adventure a revival of a classic arcade platformer. Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege offers a classic 2D action experience, ROGOLF blends mini-golf with roguelike elements, and Fruit Mountain Party is a fun multiplayer game inspired by Suika Game.