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¡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.
Rhythm Paradise Groove Review - Get into the groove
Rhythm Paradise Groove for Nintendo Switch offers over 80 new solo levels and 30 co-op/competitive games, building on the franchise's signature rhythm-based gameplay. While praised for its charming art style and accessible difficulty curve, the game suffers from noticeable input delay when played docked on a TV, making handheld mode the preferred experience. An additional Beatspell mini-game provides a unique RPG-like diversion.
Rhythm Heaven Groove review: A grand gaggle of groovy games
Rhythm Heaven Groove offers a collection of over 80 rhythmic mini-games for the Nintendo Switch, emphasizing music and precise button-tapping. The review highlights the game's addictive nature, catchy soundtrack, and silly presentation, recommending it for handheld play due to potential latency issues with docked mode calibration. Bonus content, including a light RPG side game called Beatspell and multiplayer modes, adds further depth to the experience.
The Jackbox Party Pack 12 Unveils This Year’s Five New Games
Jackbox Games has revealed the five new titles included in The Jackbox Party Pack 12, set to launch later this year. The collection will feature We Forgot a Card, MegaPals, Debate and Switch, Idol Factions, and Hyperface. The pack is confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Apple TV, iPad, and Mac, with an Android version not yet announced but considered likely.
Left Fore Dead Tees Off the Apocalypse — Out Now on Steam
Independent studio MapleTaco has launched Left Fore Dead: Zombie Battle Golf on Steam for PC. This chaotic 4-player party game combines arcade golf with zombie survival elements, featuring online and local co-op across three distinct courses. Rounds are fast-paced, lasting 5-15 minutes, and emphasize emergent comedy through player interaction, zombie threats, and environmental hazards.
The Jackbox Party Pack 12 game list revealed
Jackbox Games has revealed the full lineup of five new games for The Jackbox Party Pack 12: We Forgot a Card, MegaPals, Debate and Switch, Idol Factions, and Hyperface. The collection is set to release on Nintendo Switch in 2026, and a trailer showcasing the new titles has also been released.
Introducing the five new games of Jackbox Party Pack 12
Jackbox Games has revealed the five new titles included in The Jackbox Party Pack 12, set to release this fall for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The pack focuses on fostering human connection through games like We Forgot a Card, MegaPals, Idol Factions, Debate and Switch, and Hyperface, which utilize word association, team-based sorting, debate mechanics, and photo editing.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort confirms 100 Pin Bowling, here’s a first look
Nintendo has confirmed that 100 Pin Bowling will be a playable sport in the upcoming Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, a mode that was also featured in the original Wii Sports Resort. The game, which includes a variety of sports like boxing, table tennis, and golf, is set to release on October 22, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch.
