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  • Grab Your Helmet — Pratfall Plummets to Consoles Early 2027, PS5 / Xbox Series X|S / Switch 2 Confirmed

    Grab Your Helmet — Pratfall Plummets to Consoles Early 2027, PS5 / Xbox Series X|S / Switch 2 Confirmed

    Your best friend has vanished down a suspiciously large hole. There are traps, crumbling ledges, and one very unforgiving force waiting below: gravity. Publisher Daedalic Entertainment and Leverkusen-based indie studio Quad Head have officially announced that their breakout co-op cave adventure Pratfall is making the leap from PC to consoles — landing on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2 in early 2027. Pre-orders are scheduled to open late 2026.

    What Is Pratfall? — Dig, Fall, Rescue, Repeat

    Launched on Steam back in April 2026, Pratfall quickly won over players with its simple, irresistible premise: every dog owner would dive into the unknown for their best friend. Here, you do exactly that — and it’s chaotic, physics-heavy, and utterly hilarious.

    • Explore a massive, procedurally generated cave system — no two runs are identical across three distinct biomes
    • Dig, blast, and build your own path using pickaxes, drills, bombs, ziplines, and more
    • Team up — play solo or gather up to 4 players in smooth online co-op; catch friends as they fall, revive them when they don’t stick the landing… or just toss them into hazards if you’re feeling chaotic
    • Find all the missing dogs — it turns out yours isn’t the only one who vanished; rescue pups, earn rewards, and unlock cosmetic treats from the park’s gumball machines
    • Voice proximity chat — hear your teammates echo as they drift apart into the dark; panic sounds even better when it’s distant
    • Destructible terrain — walls, floors, and bridges can be broken, blown up, or mined away; the world is as fragile as your balance

    From Steam Hit to Full Console Launch

    Originally self-published by Quad Head on PC, Pratfall caught Daedalic’s eye with its infectious blend of approachable fun and genuine challenge. The result? A publishing partnership that brings the game to every major console platform. For Quad Head — a small team based in Leverkusen, Germany — this marks their biggest milestone yet, turning a beloved indie hit into a cross-platform favourite.

    Table

    PlatformRelease WindowPre-Orders
    PlayStation 5Early 2027Late 2026
    Xbox Series XSEarly 2027
    Nintendo Switch 2Early 2027Late 2026
    PC (Steam)Available Now—

    Why It Works — Gravity Is the Real Villain

    Pratfall’s genius lies in its refusal to let you feel safe. Ledges crumble, jumps miss, and one mistimed step can send you tumbling through multiple screens of dark cavern. Yet it never feels unfair — just gloriously funny. You’ll laugh at your own clumsiness, cheer when a teammate catches you, and groan when someone’s explosive enthusiasm takes out the floor beneath everyone. It’s co-op designed to bring you closer — mostly so you can grab each other before plummeting.

    Ready to Jump?

    PC players can already grab Pratfall right now on Steam. Console keepers — mark your calendars: pre-orders open late this year, and the descent begins early 2027. Whether you’re rescuing your pup or just rescuing your friends from themselves, this is one cave expedition you won’t want to miss.

    More Info: Pratfall

    #Pratfall #DaedalicEntertainment #QuadHead #CoOpGaming #IndieDev #PhysicsGame #CaveAdventure #NintendoSwitch2 #PS5 #XboxSeriesX #PCGaming #Steam #RescueTheDog #Early2027 #Techmash

  • Magic, Mischief & Secrecy — The Witch Simulator Arrives from Serbian Indie Dev Altus Ludus, Steam Page Live Now

    Magic, Mischief & Secrecy — The Witch Simulator Arrives from Serbian Indie Dev Altus Ludus, Steam Page Live Now

    Live quietly among the villagers. Brew remedies that heal and tonics that transform. Fly across moonlit forests on your broomstick — and vanish without a trace the moment the Inquisition comes knocking. Independent Belgrade studio Altus Ludus has today lifted the veil on The Witch Simulator, a fantasy life-adventure that blends cosy co-op, spellbinding alchemy, and genuine peril in a medieval world where magic is both your greatest gift and your deadliest secret. Launch is targeted for mid?2027 on PC via Steam, and the store page is live right now to wishlist.

    Life as a Witch — Work Together or Walk the Path Alone

    The game invites you to live the full, fragile existence of a witch in a realm where superstition rules and the Inquisition hunts all who wield the arcane. You can go it solo, or team up with 1–4 players in online co-op — complete with built?in voice chat — to share the burden of hiding in plain sight while tending to the village’s most desperate needs.

    Your days follow a rich, living rhythm:

    • Forage and gather rare herbs, crystals, and monster components across varied biomes — forests, wetlands, mountains, and shadowed ruins
    • Brew potions with a fluid?based elemental system that rewards precision and experimentation; master fire, frost, storm, and arcane effects to craft everything from healing draughts to defensive elixirs
    • Serve the community — solve quests, mend ailments, and trade your wares at a market stall where haggling and charm matter as much as coin
    • Stand your ground — hunt beasts, face powerful bosses, and defend yourself when words fail
    • Take to the skies — fly, race, and battle atop your broom, navigating weather and terrain as well as foes
    • Hide in plain sight — conceal your magic instantly with a gesture; survive Inquisition patrols, raids, and suspicion as your reputation grows

    A World That Watches — Choose Your Own Destiny

    What kind of witch will you be? Altus Ludus emphasises freedom of role: specialise as a revered Potion Master, a feared Bounty Hunter, a wandering Monster Slayer, or blend every path to suit your playstyle. As you help villagers and complete tasks, your standing rises — earning you passage deeper into the kingdom, new allies, and eventually the chance to confront and overthrow the Grand Inquisitor themselves.

    The world breathes, too: a full day/night cycle shifts dangers and opportunities, while controller support ensures comfort whether you’re casting spells or striking deals at the market stall. Localised into 14 languages, the game is built to welcome players everywhere. A free demo is already pencilled in for Steam Next Fest — February 2027, giving fans their first hands?on before launch.

    Crafted from Belgrade — Altus Ludus Unleashes Its Debut

    The Witch Simulator marks a major milestone for Altus Ludus, the self?publishing independent team based in Serbia. In a genre crowded with big?budget fantasy blockbusters, this is a deeply personal take: smaller in scale perhaps, but brimming with the kind of charm, care, and creative freedom only an indie studio can deliver. It’s less about conquering the world — at least, not at first — and more about living in it: tending a garden of nightshade, haggling over a vial of stamina draught, and vanishing into the mist the moment a patrol turns your way.

    Wishlist Today — Magic Awaits

    The Steam store page is live now — search The Witch Simulator or head straight there to add it to your wishlist and catch future updates as development progresses. Mid?2027 can’t come soon enough.

    More Info: The Witch Simulator

    #TheWitchSimulator #AltusLudus #IndieDev #SerbianGames #FantasyRPG #CoOpGaming #LifeSim #Steam #SteamNextFest #PCGaming #IndieGame #WitchGame #Techmash

  • Ogre Again — DreamWorks Shrek 2 Remastered Returns November 10 Across All Platforms

    Ogre Again — DreamWorks Shrek 2 Remastered Returns November 10 Across All Platforms

    The swamp calls once more. Aspyr, in partnership with Universal, has officially unveiled DreamWorks Shrek 2 Remastered — the definitive revival of the beloved 2004 action-adventure — and it’s arriving November 10, 2026 on nearly every platform you can play on.

    Back to Far Far Away — Better Than Ever

    Originally released for PlayStation 2, Xbox, GameCube, and PC, Shrek 2 became a staple of couch co-op and family gaming. Two decades later, this remastered edition rebuilds the experience from the ground up while keeping the fun, charm, and chaotic four-player energy fans adore:

    • Visual Overhaul — Enhanced textures, remastered cutscenes, refined UI, and 4K resolution on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 (docked), and PC
    • Photo Mode — Freeze the fun, frame your favourite characters, and capture Far Far Away at its prettiest
    • On-the-Fly Character Swapping — Switch between Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Puss in Boots, and more instantly on all platforms. Each hero has unique strengths — use them to solve puzzles, crush foes, and tackle bosses your way
    • Cheat Mode — Unlock fun extras and make the journey smoother for younger or casual players

    Co-Op For Everyone — Local, Online, or Both

    The biggest upgrade? Four-player co-op however you want it:

    • Couch Co-op — Gather round a single screen, just like 2004
    • Online Multiplayer — Join friends from anywhere
    • Mixed Play — Combine local and online players across platforms — cross-play supported
    • Solo Play — Experience the adventure on your own, swapping characters as needed

    Every Kingdom, Every Console

    Shrek 2 Remastered launches simultaneously on:

    • PlayStation 5
    • Xbox Series X|S
    • Nintendo Switch 2
    • Nintendo Switch
    • PC via Steam & Epic Games Store

    Pre-Order Now — 10% Off

    Price: $29.99 / £24.99 / €26.99 — with a 10% launch discount live right now across all platforms

    The journey stretches from the swamp through potion factories to the gates of Far Far Away itself — packed with movie-faithful moments, hidden Easter eggs, and the kind of pick-up-and-play fun that works for every generation.

    Whether you’re returning to the swamp or visiting for the very first time — the door is open.

    Grab your friends. Don’t forget the onions. Shrek is back.

    More Info: Shrek 2 Remastered

    #Shrek2Remastered #DreamWorks #Aspyr #Universal #CoopGaming #FamilyGaming #Remastered #PS5 #XboxSeriesX #NintendoSwitch #PCGaming #Techmash

  • Only Together — We Were Here Tomorrow Launches Today With Full Crossplay Across All Platforms

    Only Together — We Were Here Tomorrow Launches Today With Full Crossplay Across All Platforms

    The wait is over. Total Mayhem Games, the award-winning studio behind the beloved We Were Here series, has officially released We Were Here Tomorrow — the brand-new asymmetric co-op puzzle adventure — right now on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with full cross-platform play available from day one.

    Trapped Beneath the Ice — A Mystery Across Time

    You and your partner awaken deep within the mysterious Nor?ek Industries facility, stranded beneath the Antarctic ice with little memory of how you arrived. The world you knew is gone — replaced by a striking retro-futuristic vision of an “80s tomorrow” steeped in neon, synthwave, and secrets. The charismatic Director Kathleen Bowe needs your help: her research team has vanished mid-breakthrough, and a global crisis looms. Only by stepping into their shoes can you uncover what happened — and decide what comes next.

    Two Explorers, One Fate

    This is co-op puzzle design at its finest — and most demanding:

    • Pure asymmetry: You and your partner experience entirely different spaces and perspectives. What you see, they cannot — and vice versa.
    • Walkie-talkie teamwork: Communication is your only lifeline. Describe what you observe, share discoveries, and weave your viewpoints together to solve puzzles that toy with time, gravity, and space itself.
    • Unique roles & tools: Each player carries specialised high-tech equipment. No one can do it alone — success means leaning on each other.
    • Standalone story: New to the series? No problem. Every We Were Here game stands on its own; you can jump straight into Tomorrow without playing earlier entries.

    Crossplay From Day One — Play With Anyone, Anywhere

    For the first time in franchise history, cross-platform play is built in from launch. Whether your partner is on Steam, PS5, or Xbox Series X|S, you can connect and solve together without barriers. It’s a game-changer for a series that always depends on finding that one right person to play with.

    The game also debuts full voice acting in multiple languages — another series first — including Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, and Latin American Spanish, alongside English and more.

    Price & Launch Discount

    We Were Here Tomorrow is available now for €19.99 / $19.99 / £16.99, with a 10% launch discount running for a limited time across all platforms.

    Where to buy:

    • Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2315050
    • PlayStation 5: store.playstation.com
    • Xbox Series X|S: xbox.com

    A Series That Brought Millions Together

    Since its debut, the We Were Here franchise has grown to five games, earned multiple awards, and united over 25 million players worldwide. Tomorrow marks a bold evolution: richer storytelling, deeper atmosphere, and accessibility for more players than ever before.

    Your partner is waiting. The walkie-talkie is on. The fate of Tomorrow is literally in your hands — and theirs.

    Communicate. Cooperate. Survive.

    More Info: We Were Here Tomorrow

    #WeWereHereTomorrow #WeWereHere #TotalMayhemGames #CoopGaming #PuzzleAdventure #Crossplay #Steam #PS5 #XboxSeriesX #IndieDev #PCGaming #Techmash

  • Gear Up Einstein! — History’s Greatest Heroes Enlist for Duty as Early Access Lands Nov 6

    Gear Up Einstein! — History’s Greatest Heroes Enlist for Duty as Early Access Lands Nov 6

    Imagine leading Albert Einstein into battle. Cleopatra commanding the front lines. Ragnar Lodbrok storming alongside Queen Elizabeth I. It’s not a fever dream — it’s Gear Up Einstein!, the wildly inventive co-op strategy roguelite from No Deadlines Studio, and it’s marching into Steam Early Access on November 6th, accompanied by a brand-new trailer.

    The game also features a freshly updated demo right now as part of Steam Next Fest (October 19–26), so you can jump in and start recruiting history’s legends before launch day.

    Recruit the Legends — Then Gear Them Up

    Gear Up Einstein! turns the entire history of civilisation into your personal army. You’re in command of a time-travelling vessel, tasked with recruiting the greatest figures from every era — scientists, rulers, warriors, visionaries — and sending them into battle to save reality itself.

    This is a tactical auto-battler: you plan your strategy, position your heroes, kit them out with gear, then watch the chaos unfold. Every historical figure brings unique perks and abilities; stack the right team and you’ll unleash devastating synergies that cut through enemy lines.

    Who’s Reporting for Duty?

    • Albert Einstein — genius-level intellect that boosts squad power
    • Cleopatra — diplomatic mastery that buffs allies
    • Ragnar — unbridled Viking fury
    • Queen Elizabeth I — regal leadership and tactical precision
    • Plus more icons across Ancient Egypt, the Italian Renaissance, and beyond

    Key Features at a Glance

    DetailInfo
    Early Access Launch6 November 2026
    PlatformSteam — Windows, Mac, Linux
    Players1–3 (online & local co-op)
    DeveloperNo Deadlines Studio
    GenreCo-op Strategy Roguelite / Auto-Battler
    DemoAvailable now — Steam Next Fest (Oct 19–26)
    Languages15+ including English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Korean, Polish, Portuguese-Brazil, Turkish, Ukrainian, Czech, Thai, Italian

    How It Plays — Plan, Equip, Watch History Unfold

    • Voyage Through Time — Battle across distinct eras, each with unique enemies, hazards, and rewards. No two runs are identical.
    • Gear & Grow — Visit interstellar shops to kit your squad with wild, powerful equipment. Builds evolve dramatically; a spear-wielding Einstein is just the start.
    • Co?op Command — Team up with 1 or 2 friends. Trade gear, coordinate loadouts, and combine abilities. Whether you’re optimising builds or causing glorious chaos, victory tastes sweeter together.
    • Upgrade Your HQ — Between missions, invest in your headquarters to unlock more heroes, better gadgets, and permanent improvements that shape every future run.
    • Save Reality — Face down an overwhelming threat consuming the timeline. It’s history’s last stand — and you’re the general.

    What’s New in the Next Fest Demo?

    The demo has received a major overhaul: new core systems, rebalanced encounters, fresh content, and a clean slate for all players. It’s the perfect proving ground to experiment with team comps, test gear, and see why this concept has caught so much attention.

    The Road Ahead

    No Deadlines Studio plans to stay in Early Access for roughly 12 months, refining and expanding the game based on community feedback. Expect new heroes, eras, mechanics, and full 1.0 polish as the timeline expands.

    Ready to Command History?

    Wishlist now and don’t miss the November 6th launch:

    Gear Up Einstein! on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2950410/Gear_Up_Einstein/

    Play the updated demo right now during Steam Next Fest — and remember: history is written by the victors. Make sure it’s yours.

    #GearUpEinstein #NoDeadlinesStudio #SteamNextFest #Roguelite #Techmash #StrategyGames #CoOpGaming #PCGaming #IndieDev #HistoryBattles #EarlyAccess

  • In Space, No One Can Hear You Clean — Cleaner Company Blasts Off Jan 28, 2027

    In Space, No One Can Hear You Clean — Cleaner Company Blasts Off Jan 28, 2027

    Grab your hazmat suit, prime your cosmic vacuum, and double-check your mop — the galaxy’s messiest jobs are about to become your responsibility. Cleaner Company, the gory, gleeful sci-fi horror co-op cleaning sim from developer Wildflame Studio and publisher Mythwright, has locked in its full launch date: January 28th, 2027, landing simultaneously on Steam and the Epic Games Store.

    What on Earth — or in Space — Is Cleaner Company?

    You join the Star Wipers, the newest recruits of the galaxy’s premier orbital maintenance firm. Your mission: scrub down abandoned space stations, sanitise infested alien outposts, and restore the Flying Canteen — a once-beloved interstellar restaurant — to its former glory. The catch? Your predecessors didn’t just leave a few crumbs behind. Corpses, gore, alien spores, and uninvited parasitic lifeforms litter every surface.

    This isn’t your average chores list. Cleaner Company blends the satisfying, rhythmic flow of cleaning sims with unpredictable hazards: gravity shifts, blackouts, hostile creatures, and the chaotic energy of up to 3 friends joining you online. Roles are yours to assign — someone handles the buckets, someone mans the power washer — or you can just run amok together. The game scales for solo players too, so you can tackle the mess at your own pace.

    Key Features at a Glance

    FeatureDetails
    Release Date28 January 2027
    PlatformsSteam & Epic Games Store
    Players1–4 (online co-op)
    Developers / PublishersWildflame Studio / Mythwright
    ToolsCosmic vacuums, trash grinders, powerwashers, flamethrowers
    EnemiesParasites, slimes, screamers — all avoidable via peaceful difficulty mode
    ProgressionRank up, unlock gear upgrades, and uncover your employer’s secrets
    LanguagesEnglish, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Polish, Russian, Korean, Portuguese?Brazil, Simplified Chinese, Turkish
    Steam Next Fest BonusComplete the Flying Canteen demo ? unlock exclusive “fashionably fishy top hat” cosmetic

    Clean, Cooperate — or Chaos?

    Cleaner Company is designed to be as calm or as chaotic as you want it. There’s a peaceful mode that strips away monsters entirely, leaving just the zen of scrubbing stains and polishing surfaces. If you prefer thrills, you’ll face skittering horrors and tense encounters alongside your mop work. Either way, you’ll uncover a lingering corporate mystery as you climb the ranks — why did the previous crews vanish?

    The game wears its inspirations proudly: Viscera Cleanup Detail, PowerWash Simulator, Lethal Company, and PEAK are all cited as kindred spirits. Expect tactile, physics?driven cleaning, increasingly elaborate disaster zones, and moments that swing from genuinely eerie to laugh?out?loud slapstick.

    Try Before You Blast Off

    A free playable demo is available right now on Steam as part of Steam Next Fest. It lets you tackle the Flying Canteen and — if you finish the job — nets you that exclusive top hat for your full?game launch.

    System Requirements

    • Minimum: Windows 10, Intel i5 (8th gen), GTX 1660, 8 GB RAM, 12 GB storage
    • Recommended: Windows 11, Intel i5 (10th gen), RTX 3060, 16 GB RAM, 12 GB storage

    Ready to Launch?

    Cleaner Company looks to carve out its own gleefully grotesque niche: part comfort sim, part creature feature, part co?op comedy. Whether you’re here for the satisfying scrubbing, the alien encounters, or just to mess around with friends in zero?gravity, January 28th can’t come soon enough.

    Wishlist now on:

    #CleanerCompany #WildflameStudio #Mythwright #Techmash #SteamNextFest #CoOpGaming #SciFiHorror #SimulationGames #PCGaming #IndieGames #DeepSpace #CleaningSim

  • Better Together — It Takes Two Lands on Nintendo Switch 2 with Cross-Platform Play!

    Better Together — It Takes Two Lands on Nintendo Switch 2 with Cross-Platform Play!

    Winner of over 90 awards — including The Game Awards and DICE Game of the Year — the beloved co-op masterpiece It Takes Two is now available on Nintendo Switch 2, bringing award-winning teamwork to Nintendo’s latest console.

    Developed by Hazelight Studios, published by Electronic Arts, and brought to life on Switch 2 in partnership with Turn Me Up Games, this release doesn’t just shine brighter — it connects more players than ever before.

    Play Together, Even If They Don’t Own the Game

    The headline feature is the enhanced Friend’s Pass system — completely free — which means:

    • Buy once, play twice — anyone can download the Friend’s Pass and join a friend who owns the full game, no purchase required
    • True cross-platform adventure — Switch 2 players can team up with friends on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and Xbox One
    • GameShare support — connect and play online with friends on the original Nintendo Switch too
    • No one gets left behind — whether they’re across the globe or on the sofa beside you, the adventure is open to everyone

    A Stunning Upgrade

    The Switch 2 edition delivers a visually enhanced experience:

    • Higher resolution and smoother frame rates throughout
    • Rich, improved visual effects that bring every whimsical world to life
    • Free upgrade — if you already own It Takes Two on the original Nintendo Switch, you can update to the Switch 2 version at no extra cost

    Why It Takes Two?

    Built from the ground up exclusively for co-op, this genre-bending journey follows Cody and May, a couple turned into dolls, who must traverse a wildly creative world to break the spell and return home.

    • Two-player only — every puzzle, challenge, and ability requires teamwork
    • Constantly fresh gameplay — no two levels play the same; abilities change completely as you go
    • Heartfelt storytelling — a touching, hopeful journey about communication and connection
    • The most awarded game of 2021 — praised by players and critics worldwide

    Ready to Team Up?

    It Takes Two is available now digitally via the Nintendo eShop and at retailers as a physical edition. Grab a copy, send a Friend’s Pass to your partner-in-crime, and discover why teamwork is the greatest adventure of all.

    Because everything really is better together.

    More Info: It Takes Two

    #ItTakesTwo #NintendoSwitch2 #Hazelight #EA #Techmash #TurnMeUpGames #CoOpGaming #CrossPlatform #FriendssPass #GameOfTheYear #PCGaming

  • Meteor Mates — Splizards Blasts Off at IGN Fall Fest!

    Meteor Mates — Splizards Blasts Off at IGN Fall Fest!

    Your new spaceship is rock, your crew is your closest pals, and your tongue is your most powerful tool. Belgian indie studio Fire Foot Studios has just pulled back the curtain on Splizards — a brand-new co-op survival adventure revealed live during IGN Fall Fest — and it’s heading your way soon on Steam!

    All Aboard the Rockiest Ride in Space

    Grab up to three friends and suit up as Splizards — charming, lizard-like aliens who turn a humble meteor into your very own travelling home. This isn’t some sleek starship: it’s what you build, piece by piece, as you drift through the weirdest and most wonderful corners of the cosmos.

    • Build your base on the move — turn your meteor into a rolling fortress of walls, platforms, machines and storage
    • The sticky tongue — grab resources, pull each other to safety, or… accidentally launch your friends into trouble
    • Explore floating islands — drift between mysterious chunks of the void packed with rare materials, hidden secrets and fresh dangers
    • Defend your home — fend off swarms of bloodthirsty space mosquitoes and colossal cosmic monsters guarding valuable rewards

    Teamwork — with Chaos Included

    Splizards is built from the ground up for 1–4 players, online or locally. Share resources, plan your defences, and craft gear together… but watch out — that handy tongue mechanic works on your teammates too, so expect plenty of hilarious, unplanned launches mid-mission.

    It comes from the same team behind co-op horror Jester: A Foolish Ritual and precision platformer Kick’n Hell, so they know exactly how to blend teamwork with gleeful chaos.

    Coming Soon — Wishlist Today!

    Splizards has touched down on Steam as coming soon, with a release date to be announced. Head over to the store page right now to add it to your wishlist and be the first to know when liftoff happens.

    Space was made to be explored together — even if you’re all clinging to a rock.

    More Info: Splizards

    #Splizards #FireFootStudios #IGNFallFest #CoOpGaming #Techmash #SpaceSurvival #IndieDev #SteamComingSoon #FourPlayerFun

  • Two as One — Silk & Sorrow Descends Into a World of Discarded Dreams

    Two as One — Silk & Sorrow Descends Into a World of Discarded Dreams

    Beneath our feet lies everything we threw away — and everything we forgot. Snowberry Games, a two-person indie studio based in Antwerp, Belgium, has unveiled their haunting debut: Silk & Sorrow, a hand-drawn dark fantasy adventure built from the ground up exclusively for two players.

    Welcome to the Chrysalis

    You and a partner step into the shoes of Silk and Sorrow — two children who stumble into the Chrysalis: a vast, hidden realm beneath our world made not of stone and soil, but of what humanity cast aside. Broken things, faded memories, abandoned emotions, and even forgotten lives have settled here, knitting together a landscape that is beautiful, eerie, and deeply dangerous.

    Together, you must explore, survive, and find a way to bring light back to a realm slowly being swallowed by darkness.

    One Light, Two Fates

    What makes Silk & Sorrow truly unique is how it turns trust into your most vital tool:

    • A single light source — your companion Glint, a tiny glowing grub — can only be held by one player at a time. One of you will always work in the shadows
    • Communication is survival — call out what you see, coordinate your moves, and have each other’s backs when one is blind to what lurks nearby
    • Built for two — available as both couch co-op and online co-op, designed so neither player can progress alone
    • Hand-drawn soul — every creature, backdrop, and animation is crafted frame by frame, giving the Chrysalis a living, breathing storybook beauty

    Feed Glint fireflies to strengthen its glow and unlock new abilities, but never forget: the light is shared — and so is the danger.

    What Lies Ahead

    Silk & Sorrow is slated to arrive on Steam in 2027, with a Chapter 1 demo planned for December 2026 so you and a friend can experience the first descent before launch.

    This is more than an adventure — it’s a promise: you don’t have to face the dark alone. Wishlist now, find your partner, and prepare to bring light where it’s needed most.

    More Info: Silk And Sorrow

    #SilkAndSorrow #SnowberryGames #CoOpGaming #Techmash #HandDrawnArt #DarkFantasy #IndieDev #BelgianGames #TwoPlayerAdventure #SteamComingSoon

  • Never Say Die — Gunnheim: Remastered Rises From the Ashes

    Never Say Die — Gunnheim: Remastered Rises From the Ashes

    There’s a golden rule in Gunnheim: if you go down while playing alone, you can get back on your feet — by landing a kill. Turns out one of the original developers took that rule personally.

    A decade after the Viking co-op shooter first arrived, the last remaining member of the team has brought it back stronger than ever. Joni Häkkinen — original dev and now the entire staff at Finnish studio SIEIDI — has poured his energy into rebuilding the game from the ground up, and Gunnheim: Remastered is here.

    What’s Changed? Everything Old Is New Again

    This isn’t just a fresh coat of paint — it’s a full resurrection:

    • 31 completely rebuilt levels, redesigned for flow, balance and fun
    • 21 rebalanced weapons, so every axe, bow and hammer feels deadly and distinct
    • Run-changing boons that reward different playstyles and keep every run feeling fresh
    • Drop-in co-op for up to four players — online, local couch, or mix-and-match both at once

    “Gunnheim was always meant to be played together, so naturally I remade it alone,” says Häkkinen, in a wry nod to the solo labour of love.

    A Sacred Return

    SIEIDI — whose name roughly translates to “a sacred place” in Sámi — was founded in 2014, and Häkkinen is the last of the original crew still standing. He’s kept the spirit alive, honouring everything the team built while refining and polishing it into the definitive edition they always wanted to make.

    Whether you’re a long-time Zerker or stepping into the frozen realms for the first time, Gunnheim: Remastered delivers fast-paced, furious Viking action that’s just as satisfying solo as it is with friends. And if you fall? You know what to do — get back up and make it count.

    Gunnheim: Remastered is out now on Steam.

    More Info: Gunnheim Remastered

    #GunnheimRemastered #SIEIDI #VikingGaming #CoOpGaming #IndieDev #SteamGames #NeverSayDie #Techmash

  • Dungeons, Dinner & Day-One Access — Deep Dish Dungeon Serves Up Launch Across All Platforms

    Dungeons, Dinner & Day-One Access — Deep Dish Dungeon Serves Up Launch Across All Platforms

    Grab your torch and your appetite — Deep Dish Dungeon is out right now! Swedish indie publisher Raw Fury and developer Behold Studios have officially launched their atmospheric dungeon crawler as a day-one arrival on Xbox Game Pass, landing everywhere at once.

    Explore, Gather, Cook, Survive

    From the creators of Knights of Pen & Paper and Chroma Squad comes a dungeon adventure where the most important quest might just be dinner:

    • Explore solo or with up to 2 friends — wander hand-crafted corridors, uncover secrets, and map a labyrinth brimming with mystery
    • Gather resources, craft tools, and upgrade your campsite — your base grows as you venture deeper
    • Cook meals that mean the difference between success and defeat — nourish your party, boost your strength, and keep your spirits high
    • Unravel the enigma — discover what truly lurks in the shadows at the heart of the dungeon

    Everywhere You Want To Be

    Launch day means every platform at once, with unbeatable flexibility:

    PlatformReady Now?
    Xbox Game Pass — Day One, no extra costYes
    Xbox Series X|SYes
    Xbox on PCYes
    Xbox Cloud Gaming — play from anywhereYes
    PC via SteamYes

    Plus:

    • Xbox Handheld Verified — perfect on supported portable devices
    • Xbox Play Anywhere — buy once, play on console, PC, and cloud; your saves travel with you

    No Waiting — Dive In Today

    The dungeon is open and the table is set. Whether you’re a Game Pass subscriber jumping in at no extra cost or buying directly on Steam, you can start exploring right this second. A free demo is also still available on Steam if you want a taste before the full feast.

    Good food, good friends, and a very deep dungeon — everything you need for your next adventure is ready. Dig in.

    More Info: Deep Dish Dungeon

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  • Descend, SMUSH, Survive — UnderMire Emerges Nov 13 in Cosy After Dark Reveal

    Grab your friends, SMUSH your arsenal, and step into the dark. Indie developer and publisher Table Knight Games has officially lifted the lid on UnderMire, their hand-drawn co-op roguelite horror adventure — and it’s emerging on Friday, 13 November 2026 via Steam. The news dropped alongside a brand-new trailer debuting during the Cosy After Dark Showcase, proving cosy and chaotic can go hand-in-hand.

    What Is UnderMire?

    Beneath an old English manor lies a magical bunker warped by fear. It shifts, it adapts, and it hunts. You and up to three friends descend into its depths — or brave it entirely solo — armed with nothing but scavenged junk, bizarre homemade weapons, and a very sassy ginger cat named McClane.

    “Delve deep, don’t panic and descend under the mire.” — Table Knight Games

    It’s a roguelite built on three pillars: hand-drawn charm, panicked co-op fun, and a fear system that doesn’t just haunt you — it changes the world around you.

    SMUSH — Fight With Whatever You Can Find

    The signature mechanic says it loud: SMUSH. One person’s trash is your best weapon. Scavenge junk from every corner, cobble it together into absurd elemental tools, and hurl it back at whatever’s chasing you:

    Arsenal ExampleWhat It Does
    Camcorder — capture the perfect SHOTBlast enemies with light and lens flare
    Piggy Bank — make deposits with blasts to the faceCoin-firing explosive percussion
    Tome — every chapter a new can of whoop-assUnleash arcane blasts
    The Bat — does bat thingsSmack, stun, and scatter foes

    Each playable character — including newly revealed Rawiah — brings a totally unique toolkit, turning every run into a fresh tactical puzzle.

    The Bunker — It Breathes. It Fights Back.

    No two descents are the same:

    • Procedurally generated biomes twist and shift between runs
    • Fear Gauge — the longer you linger, the more aggressive the bunker becomes; monsters grow bolder, traps deadlier
    • Strange objectives — secure generators, uncover secrets, change McClane’s kitty litter — all while hunted
    • Proximity voice chat — hear your friends panic exactly when they’re right beside you, or nowhere to be found

    Meet Your Guide — McClane

    You’re not going alone. McClane — a ginger cat with zero patience and all the sass — is your companion, your commentator, and your critic:

    “A cat has absolute emotional honesty. Human beings may hide their feelings — but a cat does not.” — Ernest Hemingway, quoted in-game

    He’s along for the ride, trading quips, judging your aim, and reminding you exactly who’s the star of this expedition.

    Reveal & Release Details

    DetailInformation
    StudioTable Knight Games (Manchester, UK)
    Showcase DebutCosy After Dark Showcase — Oct 12 2026
    Release DateFriday, 13 November 2026
    PlatformPC — Steam
    Players1–4 online co-op + solo
    DemoAvailable right now on Steam — free to play
    LanguagesEnglish, Arabic, Portuguese-Brazil, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Russian
    Controller SupportFull — Xbox & PlayStation layouts
    Storage8 GB required
    Minimum SpecWindows 10; i5-4460; GTX 1050; 8 GB RAM

    Why It Stands Out

    UnderMire takes horror roguelite tropes and colours them differently — literally. Every monster, weapon, and corridor is hand-drawn (no generative AI, the team proudly notes), giving the fear personality rather than just gore. It balances genuine tension with slapstick co-op energy: you’ll be screaming one minute and laughing the next. And on Friday the 13th? There could not be a more perfect date for a descent into the dark.

    “The bunker is waiting. Are you brave enough — or foolish enough — to go in?”

    More Info:

    https://www.undermire.com

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