Set in a world almost entirely covered by ocean, Kingfish places players atop an ancient leviathan that serves as both their home and their battlefield. From this living island, players must build a thriving civilization while defending it from the many monsters lurking in the surrounding seas.

The twist lies in the game’s cooperative structure. Two players take on completely different roles, each with their own perspective and responsibilities.

One player controls the King, exploring the surface of the leviathan in real time. From this third-person viewpoint, the King gathers resources, fights enemies, and manages the day-to-day life of villagers living atop the creature’s back. Keeping morale high and ensuring the kingdom remains ready for incoming threats becomes a crucial part of survival.

The second player becomes the Fish itself—the colossal creature carrying the kingdom across the ocean. Viewing the world from above, the Fish focuses on the bigger strategic picture. This role involves managing resource production, planning the city’s layout, assigning workers, and watching for dangers approaching from the surrounding waters.

When enemies attack, the Fish can even support the King in combat by casting powerful spells from above.

Communication between the two players is key. Each role has access to different information, meaning success depends on sharing details about enemy movements, available resources, and defensive plans. The developers designed this asymmetric setup to create moments where teamwork and quick coordination become essential.

According to the team at FireVolt, the concept was built around the idea of two perspectives tackling the same challenge from completely different angles. By blending elements of real-time strategy, city management, and action combat, Kingfish aims to deliver a fresh take on cooperative gameplay.

As a roguelite experience, every run will present players with a new kingdom to build. Along the way, they’ll encounter new villagers, construct different buildings, and uncover unique artifacts that can shape their strategy. Some villagers will even return between runs, offering special perks that benefit both the King and the Fish.

With its unusual setting and asymmetric gameplay design, Kingfish is shaping up to be one of the more inventive cooperative titles on the horizon. Players can expect to set sail for adventure when the game launches on PC via Steam and consoles in 2027.

Currently available in Early Access and Xbox Game Preview, Overthrown blends chaotic physics-driven action with city-building strategy, casting players as a monarch empowered by a mysterious, soul-stealing crown.

Rule with Magic — and Mayhem

Set in a dangerous wilderness, Overthrown challenges players to construct and defend a growing kingdom while facing off against bandits, mutants, and increasingly deadly threats. The twist? Nearly everything can be picked up and thrown.

Whether playing solo or teaming up in up to six-player co-op, rulers must balance expansion, defense, and resource management while surviving relentless assaults on their domain.

The Airship Update Takes the Fight to the Skies

Launching alongside version 1.0, the Airship Update dramatically expands the battlefield. Players can now build and command their own airships, launching aerial assaults on outlaw camps and shifting the balance of power skyward.

But air superiority isn’t cheap. Airships demand heavy mana upkeep, forcing players to carefully manage magical resources to avoid overextending their kingdom. Outlaws won’t sit idle either — they’ll deploy their own airships, escalating combat into a full-blown aerial arms race.

To counter these new threats, the update introduces the Cannon Tower. Unlike existing siege defenses, this structure delivers direct-fire precision against both ground units and airborne enemies. And yes, outlaw camps can build them too.

Deadlier Enemies and New Regions

Outlaw camps are becoming far more formidable. The Airship Update expands their layouts and introduces three new enemy types:

• Scrappers – Support units that hang back to repair damaged structures.

• Ringleaders – Heavily armored elite foes, limited to one per camp.

• Firestarters – Nighttime infiltrators that sneak into settlements to ignite devastating fires.

As if that weren’t enough, a terrifying new creature enters the fray: the Devourer. If Snappers are left unchecked, they can evolve into these massive beasts capable of swallowing entire buildings — and even ships.

Three new levels also join the lineup, each centered around unique ecosystems. The Highland Plateau, in particular, emphasizes vertical design and aerial strategy, making full use of the new sky-based mechanics.

With its 1.0 launch and Airship Update arriving day one, Overthrown is preparing to deliver its most ambitious version yet. The game will also be available at launch through Xbox Game Pass when it fully releases on March 18, 2026.

Ready to rule, rebuild, and rain chaos from above? Your kingdom awaits.

Even better? Frostpunk 2 will be available on Xbox Game Pass for console on day one.

Refined for Consoles, Built for Survival

Following valuable lessons from the first Frostpunk’s console release, Frostpunk 2 arrives with a redesigned, gamepad-optimized interface. 11 bit studios has fine-tuned the circular UI and added features that let players guide New London’s fate seamlessly with a controller in hand.

“We started by reusing some of the original UI systems,” said Igor Skibinski, Production Coordinator on Frostpunk 2. “But the sequel evolved so much, we had to rethink and rebuild most of it. Our goal was always to keep the player immersed—never distracted by the controls.”

The new control scheme includes features like shoulder button-based district cycling and a dynamic radial menu for quick actions over resources. And for those playing on PC with a gamepad, a post-launch update will add these new interface options there, too.

Two Premium Physical Editions for the Faithful

Alongside the digital release, two collector’s editions—The Icebreaker Edition and The Whiteout Edition—will be available for both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S players.

Here’s what you get in each:

Icebreaker Edition

• Full game on disc

• Pop-up diorama of New London

• Warm Flesh digital novella

• Digital behind-the-scenes artbook

Whiteout Edition

• Everything from the Icebreaker Edition

• Multi-layered shadow box with integrated LED lighting

• Deluxe Edition upgrade (includes access to 3 future DLCs)

• Frostpunk metal-enamel keychain

• Two premium New London art postcards

• Sticker pack

• One of two exclusive embroidered faction patches: Technocrats or Icebloods

If you’re a fan of physical editions that go beyond the usual steelbook and poster combo, these are shaping up to be standout collector’s pieces.

With its chilling setting, complex city-building systems, and moral choices that bite just as hard as the cold, Frostpunk 2 is one of the most anticipated strategy games of the year. Keep your rations stocked—New London returns on September 18.

Frostpunk 2 will be available on Steam | Epic Games Store | GOG | PlayStation | Xbox

A City-Building Game Like No Other
After two years in development, ShantyTown introduces a fresh take on city-building, blending artistic expression with strategic construction. Players will design bustling neighborhoods in unique settings—imagine a floating tea shop at a ferry terminal, a lively street market inside an industrial pipeline, or a serene mountaintop bathhouse. Each location is a blank canvas, with a carefully curated selection of objects to place, stack, and arrange.

But ShantyTown isn’t just about aesthetics. With each new build, the city evolves, revealing the hidden essence of each district. Whether you’re transforming a forgotten alleyway into a neon-lit cultural hotspot or turning an abandoned dock into a thriving nightlife district, every creation adds to the growing urban tapestry.

Gameplay Features

• Build the Unexpected – Shape vibrant cityscapes in a world where buildings, decor, and functional upgrades appear three at a time, challenging you to think creatively.
• Explore & Transform – Each location has its own story, unfolding as you build. No rigid win conditions—just pure creative freedom!
• Capture & Share – Document your creations in your personal ShantyTown dossier, then move on to your next masterpiece.
• Atmospheric Soundtrack – The world comes alive with an adaptive score from vaporwave artist Macroblank, evolving as your city grows.

Join the Steam Playtest Now!
Eager to start building? A ShantyTown public playtest is available on Steam now! Sign up to be among the first to create your dream urban landscapes.

Wishlist ShantyTown on Steam and get ready for a one-of-a-kind, cozy city-building adventure when it launches in Q4 2025.