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Fool Your Friends with Jackbox Games' Fibbage Board Game
Jackbox Games, in partnership with Wilder Toys, has announced a physical board game adaptation of their popular trivia game Fibbage. The game is designed for 3-6 players and involves creating believable fake answers to trivia questions. This marks Jackbox Games' second board game adaptation, following Fakin' It, and is available now at Target for $19.99.
Try Steam's most high-chaos golf game for free right now, before it goes up in price forever
Super Battle Golf is currently available for free on PC through a special weekend event ending Monday, July 20th. The chaotic multiplayer sports game from developer Brimstone is also on sale for 30% off until Thursday, July 23rd, after which its base price will permanently increase. The game recently received a major free update called Attack on City, adding new urban environments and team play options.
Heave Ho 2 Released
Heave Ho 2, the sequel to the party game from Le Cartel Studio and Devolver Digital, is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch. The PC version is accessible via Steam.
Family party game Grizzy & the Lemmings: Crazy Party coming to Nintendo Switch
Balio Studio announced that the family party game Grizzy & the Lemmings: Crazy Party will be released on Nintendo Switch on August 8, 2026. The game supports local multiplayer for up to 4 players and features 50 mini-games across 5 boards inspired by the animated series.
Heave Ho 2 launch trailer – Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch receive party game sequel
Devolver Digital and Le Cartel have released the launch trailer for Heave Ho 2, a party game sequel now available on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The game features online and local co-op and versus modes for up to four players, with eight themed worlds and various interactive items.
New Netflix Game Brings Together The Streamer’s Most Popular Shows
Netflix has announced Netflix Minigolf, a new couch co-op party game featuring characters and settings from popular shows like Stranger Things, Bridgerton, and Squid Game. Developed by Next Games, the game will be available to all subscribers on July 28 and utilizes a phone as a controller. Netflix aims to establish itself as a natural destination for story-driven games.
Heave Ho 2
The party game sequel Heave Ho 2 is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Le Cartel and published by Devolver Digital, the game builds upon the success of its predecessor.
¡Heave Ho 2, un caótico party game cooperativo como ningún otro, aterriza HOY en PC y consolas Nintendo!
Le Cartel and Devolver Digital have announced that Heave Ho 2, the sequel to their cooperative party game, is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch for $9.99. The game features 2-4 player local and online cooperative and versus modes across 8 themed worlds, with new mechanics and items. The Nintendo Switch version supports GameShare and CameraPlay features.
KAWAII ASYMMETRIC TAG GAME RECEIVES GLOBAL LAUNCH DATE! CATCH ‘OBAKEIDORO 2: CHASE & SEEK’ ON AUGUST 6TH
FREE STYLE, Inc. announced that Obakeidoro 2: Chase & Seek, the sequel to Obakeidoro!, will launch globally on August 6th for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. This asymmetric multiplayer game features a "scary-cute" aesthetic and supports up to 8 players online or locally in fast-paced, 3-minute rounds of tag.
Obakeidoro 2: Chase & Seek announced for western release on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Obakeidoro 2: Chase & Seek, a sequel to the 2019 title, is set to receive a western release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch on August 6, 2026. This asymmetric multiplayer game features 8-player matches where humans must evade monsters in fast-paced, 3-minute rounds, with options for online, local, and split-screen play. The game also includes a Custom Rules mode and Game Share functionality for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Planted! – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Planted! is a chaotic combat party game for one to four players where players claim territory, sow seeds, and grow crops to use as weapons against opponents. The game features strategic planting decisions, fertilization timing, and combat involving launching produce for points across eight diverse biomes. It supports online, offline, split-screen, and cross-play modes, with a solo campaign and twelve unique gardening rivals.
Prinny Party: Going Overboard announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
NIS America and Nippon Ichi Software have announced Prinny Party: Going Overboard for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, set to release in 2026. This party game involves players traversing a board, battling demons, and upgrading equipment to defeat the Supreme Overboard, with a focus on competitive cooperation where only one player can claim boss victory.
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains Review | TheXboxHub
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains reimagines the classic board game with a team-based structure and faster matches, focusing on earning Influence Points and engaging in frequent battles. While purists may find the rule changes drastic, the game offers a fun party experience for Star Wars fans, featuring iconic characters and locations presented in a holographic style, though the music is noted as a weakness.
Jackbox-esque social deduction game Forest of Deceit releases today on Steam and consoles
The social deduction game Forest of Deceit, developed by Ghost Camp and Thomas Mackinnon, has been released today on Steam, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series. The game supports 4-8 players and features Sylvester McCoy as the narrator. A Nintendo Switch version is expected later this month.
Margarite Entertainment Announces 'Gold Miner: Party Rush'
Margarite Entertainment has announced Gold Miner: Party Rush, a new multiplayer evolution of the classic franchise, set to enter Steam Early Access later this year. The game transforms the original physics-based gameplay into a competitive party experience for two to four players, featuring instant matchmaking and a ranked mode. Future updates during Early Access will include a 2v2 mode, an Endless survival mode, and a seasonal ranked system.
Coming Out in gaming this week — July 13, 2026
This week's gaming releases include a variety of titles across multiple platforms, such as Ascend to ZERO, The Alters: Last Variable, D-topia, and Denshattack!. Several games are launching in Early Access, including Funnel Runners and Colonies of The Remnant, while Go-Go Town! receives its 1.0 release.
Rabbids Cards Royale on Kickstarter | Launch on 17/07/2026
Rabbids Cards Royale, an official party card game created in partnership with Ubisoft to celebrate 20 years of Rabbids, has launched its Kickstarter campaign. The game, described as a "Rabbids" take on "The President" card game, features chaotic twists and playful artwork. The Kickstarter campaign is highlighted as a "Project We Love" and aims to launch the game on July 17, 2026.
Pimbolas Blends Chaos, Soccer, and Fun
Pimbolas is a new party game developed by Nano Knight Studio that transforms traditional foosball with power-ups, modifiers, and varied ball types for unpredictable matches. The game emphasizes local multiplayer for up to four players and draws inspiration from titles like Mario Strikers and Rocket League. Pimbolas also features a collaboration with The Root Studios' game Shard Squad, with plans for more indie game crossovers.
Jackbox-esque social deduction game Forest of Deceit coming to Steam and consoles on July 13th
Ghost Camp and Thomas Mackinnon announced that their Jackbox-esque social deduction game, Forest of Deceit, will launch on July 13th for Steam, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game supports 4-8 players and features Sylvester McCoy as the narrator, with players using their phones or other devices as secondary screens.
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes Vs. Villains review – board game conversion
Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes Vs. Villains is a Star Wars-themed party game loosely based on Monopoly, developed by Behaviour Interactive and published by Ubisoft. While it offers numerous Star Wars touches and a polished presentation, it suffers from laborious AI turns and an overreliance on dice rolls, making it less interactive when played solo. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
