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Mycopunk Leaves Early Access on October 20
Pigeons at Play and Devolver Digital will launch Mycopunk on PC and PlayStation 5 on October 20 after its Early Access run. The $14.99 release will add new 1.0 content.
Boomstock 2026 unveils new boomer shooters on Steam
Fulqrum Publishing has opened Boomstock 2026 on Steam. The seven-day event brings world premieres, release updates, playable tests and discounts to a broad line-up of boomer shooters through 24 September.
Blizzard confirms StarCraft shooter as standalone narrative with no live service
Blizzard has officially announced a new StarCraft open world shooter, confirming it will be a narrative-driven standalone game with a clear ending and no live service elements. The project is targeting a 2030 release window and will not follow a seasonal model
Blizzard targets 2030 for new open world StarCraft shooter
Blizzard has officially revealed a new open world StarCraft shooter at BlizzCon 2026, led by Dan Hay and aiming for a 2030 release. No gameplay or platform details were shown, marking a major departure from the series' RTS legacy
.45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND brings hybrid gunplay to Tokyo Game Show 2026
Sukeban Games will debut a hands-on demo of .45 PARABELLUM BLOODHOUND at Tokyo Game Show 2026, showcasing its blend of real-time and turn-based gunfights in a dystopian cyberpunk setting for PC players ahead of its autumn release window
Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 Delivers Four Player Co-op and Specialist Class
Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 brings four-player squads and a new Specialist class to its co-op shooter formula. The sequel builds on the original with expanded mission variety and customisation but keeps its focus on action over narrative depth
Cinder City sets PC launch with premium price and Q4 alpha window
NC has locked in a premium price and PC-first launch for Cinder City, with the first public alpha scheduled for Q4 2026 and a new demo revealing four-player co-op dungeons and hundreds of concurrent players
Blizzard's StarCraft Website Glitch Fuels Speculation Ahead of BlizzCon
Blizzard's official StarCraft website is now flickering with unexplained glitches, prompting speculation about a new StarCraft game. With BlizzCon returning after a three-year break, all eyes are on the publisher's next move
Tyr Launches in Early Access on Steam with New Multiplayer Tank Trailer
Stoke Games has released Tyr in Early Access on Steam, unveiling a new trailer and confirming a free-to-play model that avoids pay-to-win mechanics. The game features strategic tank combat and a progression system designed to respect player time
A2K: Jet Strikers Announced for PC with Fast-Paced Arena Combat
A2K: Jet Strikers has been officially revealed as a third-person arena shooter for PC, drawing inspiration from Soldat and Quake, and promising a range of classic and experimental multiplayer modes ahead of a planned Q1 2027 release
Serious Sam: Shatterverse Launches on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PS5
Serious Sam: Shatterverse, developed by Behaviour Interactive and published by Devolver Digital, is now available on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, introducing co-op roguelite action to the franchise with a launch discount
BIRDCAGE release date set for 23 September on all major platforms
BIRDCAGE, a vertical shoot'em up inspired by arcade classics, will launch digitally on 23 September for Switch, PlayStation, Xbox and PC. A new gameplay trailer has been released, with physical PS5 editions planned for March 2027
Turbo Turbo Announced as M.A.S.K.-Inspired Co-op Racer-Shooter Hybrid
Solo developer Baardmoeder has launched a Kickstarter for Turbo Turbo, a retro-inspired arcade game blending on-rails shooting and racing, with co-op and single-player modes, and a campaign goal set for $29,000
Gallipoli Delivers the Most Authentic WW1 Multiplayer Experience Yet
BlackMill Games has released Gallipoli, the latest entry in its WW1 series, bringing new classes, detailed Middle Eastern maps and a focus on teamwork to PC multiplayer shooters
Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 This Weekend
Nintendo Switch 2 owners can now pre-order Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with the first-ever open beta for the platform available to play for free from 28 August to 1 September
Starship Troopers: Extermination Update 12 Expands X-11 and Adds Meteor Showers
Offworld and Knights Peak have released Update 12 for Starship Troopers: Extermination, expanding the X-11 map, introducing meteor showers, new missions, and bringing back The Galactic Front event with additional rewards
Ghost Battalion Launches on Steam With Combined-Arms Sci-Fi Combat
Ghost Battalion, a new sci-fi first-person shooter developed by Sorin Daraban, is now available on Steam. The game features both single-player and multiplayer modes, with vehicles, ships, jetpacks and 14 distinct maps designed for dynamic battles
GRIT Launches on Steam With Updated Wild West Battle Royale Features
Team GRIT has released GRIT on Steam, bringing a third-person Wild West battle royale for up to 100 players with new gameplay improvements, updated mechanics and expanded customisation options for PC players
VOIDFACE Launches on Steam with Bullet Hell Boss Rush Challenge
VOIDFACE, the debut Steam release from Frog Hat Labs, is now available for PC players. The indie bullet hell shooter features a spellcasting system and boss rush structure, with a launch discount for early buyers
Helldivers 2 Patch 1.007.001 Targets Crashes and Stratagem Issues
Arrowhead Game Studios has released Helldivers 2 update 1.007.001, addressing crash problems and stratagem display bugs. The patch is now live and arrives one week after the previous major update, with a list of known issues still under review
Neo Berlin 2087 Announced for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2028
ByteRockers' Games has revealed that Neo Berlin 2087, developed by Elysium Games, is scheduled to launch globally in 2028 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The announcement was accompanied by a cinematic trailer and initial gameplay details
Payday: Aces High VR Heist Trailer Reveals Playtest Dates and Features
Fast Travel Games has released the first gameplay trailer for Payday: Aces High and confirmed a closed community playtest for Meta Quest 3, running from 20 to 24 August 2026, ahead of the game's planned Q3 2026 launch
Modern Warfare 4 Beta Adds Single-Player Mission for the First Time
Xbox has confirmed that the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta will, for the first time in series history, include a playable single-player campaign mission alongside its usual multiplayer content
Wild Blue Skies Struggles to Escape Star Fox 64's Shadow
Wild Blue Skies attempts to revive the classic rail shooter formula but leans heavily on Star Fox 64, resulting in a game that rarely finds its own identity and often suffers from weaker controls, design and difficulty balance
GunZ: The Duel Remaster Arrives on Steam Worldwide This August
Masangsoft has confirmed GunZ: The Duel will launch globally on Steam on 13 August 2026, featuring remastered visuals, a modernised UI, expanded customisation and the removal of pay-to-win mechanics
Wardogs Preview: New Tactical FPS Impresses in Early Playtest
Wardogs, a large-scale tactical FPS from Bulkhead, has drawn strong early interest after a closed alpha playtest, with players highlighting its blend of accessible gunplay, team-driven mechanics and punishing respawn system
Angel Guardian demo launches on Steam with Twitch viewer integration
Corgee Inc. has released a public demo for Angel Guardian during Steam Cyberpunk Fest, offering players a first look at its 90s anime-inspired sci-fi action and optional Twitch integration that lets viewers influence gameplay in real time
Rogue Point leaves Early Access with new map, weapons and mod support
Crowbar Collective and team17 have launched Rogue Point out of Steam Early Access, adding a new map, extra weapons, a fire-wielding boss and full mod support for the four-player co-op shooter
Neon Inferno discounted for Steam Cyberpunk Fest until 10 August
Neon Inferno, the run-and-gun shooter from Zenovia Interactive, is now available at its lowest price yet as part of Steam's Cyberpunk Fest, with a 25% discount running until 10 August 2026
Cyber Rail demo brings high-speed FPS roguelike action to Steam
Torn Ace Studios has launched the first public demo for Cyber Rail, a fast-paced roguelike first-person shooter set on a flying diesel train, now available for PC players to try on Steam
Astro Burn 1.0 launches on Steam and GOG with co-op bullet-hell action
Beyond The Pixels has released Astro Burn version 1.0 for PC via Steam and GOG, delivering a modern take on 16-bit cute-'em-up shooters with local co-op, competitive speedrun features and a distinctive snack-based weapon system
Kusan: City of Wolves launches on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch
Kusan: City of Wolves is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch, offering a neon-lit top-down shooter with 54 handcrafted stages, customisable loadouts and a hip-hop soundtrack
The Defiant Brings Story-Driven WW2 Shooter Action to China's Frontlines
The Defiant, developed by Hangzhou Hoothanes Entertainment, is a single-player shooter set during the Second Sino-Japanese War, offering a rare look at China's role in World War II with a campaign spanning multiple perspectives
The Ascent Marks Fifth Anniversary With Major Update and Sequel Hints
The Ascent will receive a significant update in November 2026, promising improvements for solo and co-op play. Publisher Krafton and developer Neon Giant have also suggested that a sequel and new platform versions are in development
Guns of Eschaton extended gameplay reveals apocalyptic West combat
4Divinity and Eschatology Entertainment have released the first extended gameplay footage for Guns of Eschaton, showcasing its Soulslike gunfights and occult Western setting ahead of launch on Steam, PlayStation and Xbox platforms
Nintendo Explains Splatoon 4 Absence as Splatoon Raiders Launches
Nintendo has released Splatoon Raiders as a Switch 2 exclusive, but the mainline Splatoon 4 remains unannounced. Developers have clarified why the series is taking a different direction for now and what this means for future competitive entries
Modern Warfare 4 Beta Dates Set for PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch 2
Activision and Infinity Ward have officially announced the beta schedule for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, confirming early access and open beta dates across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms