- The best action games on PC - 7 February 2020
Everyone loves a good action game. It’s the driving force behind so many of our favourite PC games, but only a few can lay claim to being the best action games of all time. That’s why we’ve compiled this list – to sort the pulled punches from the bestest biffs that PC has to offer. Whether it’s the joy of pulling off a perfect combo, riding the wave of an explosive set-piece or the hair-raising thrill of dodging enemy attacks in slow-motion that gets you going, there’s an action game here for you. (more…)
- The best co-op games ever made - 24 January 2020
Every game is better with friends, but some games are the most betterer of all. These are the best co-op games you can play on PC in 2020. Whether you want to survive against zombie hordes, fell giant monsters, or fling your physicsy forms across chasms, there’s a game for you below. (more…)
- Steam will soon let you play local multiplayer games online - 10 October 2019
Oh, the possibilities. Late night TowerFall tournaments, no longer restricted to the too-rare occasions when I’m in the same room as my internet friends. I might get to finish Overcooked 2 , this time with a pal who finds efficient cooking more entertaining than winding me up by pretending to mistake fire extinguishers for lettuces. Multiple developers have revealed Valve’s plans for “Remote Play Together”, which will bring automatic online support for local multiplayer games. It’s one more step towards freeing us from the tyranny of geography, with an open beta due for October 21st. Yeah, you could already do this using third-party tools. But sometimes convenience opens up possibilities by itself. (more…)
- Steam getting new feature to make local multiplayer playable online - 10 October 2019
Steam has a wealth of excellent local multiplayer games, and soon you'll be able to play them online with your friends thanks to a brand new feature: Remote Play Together. In an email sent to developers this week, it was revealed that Remote Play Together will make its way to Steam Beta around 21st October and automatically enrol any games involving local multiplayer, co-op, and split-screen mechanics. According to Adam Spragg, developer of stealth-based party game Hidden in Plain Sight , only the host will need to own the game, and they'll be able to invite others over the internet to join in. Read more
- The 25 best multiplayer games on PC - 1 October 2018
Multiplayer games are the best type of games, because they’re built around the most interesting components known to humans: humans. Men, women, and an awful lot of children. Internet strangers aren’t always the friendliest bunch, but they can surprise you in ways that a static system can’t. People form the living, beating hearts of the gaming moments I value the most. Join me, then, as I point at the games that encase those beating hearts best. (more…)
- Podcast: The party podcast talks good local multiplayer - 18 January 2018
Aw, hey! I’m so glad you came. You know, I was saying to Alice, just a second ago I was saying to her: “I hope our favourite listener drops in” and now look here you are. That’s great, that’s so nice. YOU’RE nice. Ha ha. Have a drink. No thank you, I’ve had twelve. Look, there’s Adam. Watch out though, he’s gabbing on about Overcooked and those Jackbox Party Packs But never mind, Alice is outside by the paddling pool, talking some chumps into a game of Jelly Stompers . I also think she has a copy of Deadly Premonition with her for some reason. Brendan? He’s in the kitchen, probably boring somebody about Gang Beasts . Best stay here. With me, the Electronic Wireless Show . (more…)
- TowerFall 8-Player Brings Expanded Murderfun - 30 August 2016
Fast and deadly 2D arrow-o-platformer TowerFall Ascension has been big on the local multiplayer scene since even before its official release but what if you have more than three friends? Are you expected to take turns to fight? Can TowerFall expect patience after pumping your blood with fire and murder? That’s not right. But, good news: an eight-player version is now out, touched up for frenetic murderfun. …
- TowerFall Creator Announces Mountain Em Up Celeste - 20 July 2016
TowerFall creator Matt Thorson has announced his next game, a mountain-climbing platformer named Celeste . Together with Noel Berry, he’s “re-imagining” the wee prototype they made last year in only four days – which you can still play online . Unlike the local multiplayer murder madness of TowerFall, Celeste looks like quite a chill – though certainly not easy – solo adventure. …
- 1.3.3 Update! - 29 May 2016
Hey folks, just pushed another small TowerFall patch on Windows. Mac and Linux will follow soon. The match results screen now shows Revives if you play Team Deathmatch with the Team Revive variant enabled Fixed getting two kills if you detonate a trigger arrow on the same frame that the arrow itself kills someone Have fun! :) -Matt
- 1.3.3 Update! - 29 May 2016
Hey folks, just pushed another small TowerFall patch on Windows. Mac and Linux will follow soon. The match results screen now shows Revives if you play Team Deathmatch with the Team Revive variant enabled Fixed getting two kills if you detonate a trigger arrow on the same frame that the arrow itself kills someone Have fun! :) -Matt
- 1.3.2 - Level Balance + Fixes - 4 December 2015
Hey folks! Time for another quick TowerFall patch. Here's the details: Crusher blocks can no longer sense players during their invincibility frames Changes to the layout of a Dreadwood stage in Dark World mode Changes to the layout of a Flight stage in Versus mode Fixed a crash when minimizing the game Fixed a crash with player invisibility when using modded archers This patch is live right now for Windows, with Mac and Linux coming soon. Enjoy! (: -Matt
- 1.3.2 - Level Balance + Fixes - 4 December 2015
Hey folks! Time for another quick TowerFall patch. Here's the details: Crusher blocks can no longer sense players during their invincibility frames Changes to the layout of a Dreadwood stage in Dark World mode Changes to the layout of a Flight stage in Versus mode Fixed a crash when minimizing the game Fixed a crash with player invisibility when using modded archers This patch is live right now for Windows, with Mac and Linux coming soon. Enjoy! (: -Matt
- 1.3.1 - New Achievement + Fixes - 2 November 2015
Hey everyone! Today I uploaded a quick little patch to address a few lingering issues after the Workshop Update. Added a new achievement! Speed of Light - Hyper jump across a level Fixed a crash when placing Mud on a bottom row of a level in the editor Modding in new archers or co-op towers by hand, rather than replacing the already-existing ones, should no longer crash the game Thanks, and have fun!
- 1.3.1 - New Achievement + Fixes - 2 November 2015
Hey everyone! Today I uploaded a quick little patch to address a few lingering issues after the Workshop Update. Added a new achievement! Speed of Light - Hyper jump across a level Fixed a crash when placing Mud on a bottom row of a level in the editor Modding in new archers or co-op towers by hand, rather than replacing the already-existing ones, should no longer crash the game Thanks, and have fun!
- Chumicide: TowerFall Dark World Adds Level Editor - 23 September 2015
TowerFall Ascension is a grand game for friendly jostling on the couch with your pals as you try to murder each other (and in the game). Pling arrows, snatch powerups, catch arrows in mid air, and shout “OH MY GOD NO HOW DID YOU-!” – it’s a right lark. Now you can make your palmurders a little more personal, as a level editor is out for folks who also own its Dark World expansion. For folks who are new to chumicide, the game and Dark World are on sale for a bit. …
- Midweek Madness - TowerFall Ascension, 75% Off - 22 September 2015
Save 75% on TowerFall Ascension as part of this week's Midweek Madness*! TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce. Loot treasure chests for game-changing power-ups, master the art of catching arrows out of the air, or descend on your foes and stomp them into submission. TowerFall is best played competitively with friends, cross-legged on the floor within punching distance of each other. *Offer ends Friday at 10AM Pacific Time
- 1.3 - Workshop Update! - 22 September 2015
Today we're releasing a huge update for TowerFall that includes a brand new level editor and Steam Workshop support. The editor is a powerful tool that allows you to create and share your own personal Versus Towers! We're super excited to see what you create :) These updates are free, but require the Dark World Expansion to play. Here's the full changes: New Stuff: Added the Workshop! Create, share, and play your own custom Towers for Versus mode. Requires the Dark World Expansion. Use Steam Workshop to share and find custom Towers New stage element available for custom levels: Chalice platforms New variant added: Infinite Brambles Added new sound effects for: Miracle Grabs: Catching an arrow and then immediately cancelling your dodge Dodge Stall Grabs: Catching an arrow by holding the dodge button to extend your dodge time Changes: Players now bounce when they drop orbs by touching the…
- 1.3 - Workshop Update! - 22 September 2015
Today we're releasing a huge update for TowerFall that includes a brand new level editor and Steam Workshop support. The editor is a powerful tool that allows you to create and share your own personal Versus Towers! We're super excited to see what you create :) These updates are free, but require the Dark World Expansion to play. Here's the full changes: New Stuff: Added the Workshop! Create, share, and play your own custom Towers for Versus mode. Requires the Dark World Expansion. Use Steam Workshop to share and find custom Towers New stage element available for custom levels: Chalice platforms New variant added: Infinite Brambles Added new sound effects for: Miracle Grabs: Catching an arrow and then immediately cancelling your dodge Dodge Stall Grabs: Catching an arrow by holding the dodge button to extend your dodge time Changes: Players now bounce when they drop orbs by touching the…
- 1.2.2 - Trigger Arrow Changes + Keyboard Config - 8 July 2015
We just uploaded a new update for everyone on Steam, tying up loose ends after the release of the Dark World Expansion. The biggest change, by popular demand, is that Trigger Arrows now have a dedicated detonate button. There's also a new keyboard configuration menu. It lets you rebind the keys from in-game, assign multiple players per-keyboard, and saves your settings in Steam Cloud! The full changelog is below. Thanks for playing :) -Matt Gameplay Changes: Alt shoot button (B on xb360 controllers) now detonates trigger arrows rather than primary shoot button Added a screen explaining how to detonate trigger arrows to Darkfang. It will only show once per play session, and you can disable it by disabling tips in the Options menu Catching a flaming arrow now lights you on fire Rebalanced a few Twilight Spire stages Added Controls: Added an in-game Keyboard Config menu The config menu all…
- 1.2.2 - Trigger Arrow Changes + Keyboard Config - 8 July 2015
We just uploaded a new update for everyone on Steam, tying up loose ends after the release of the Dark World Expansion. The biggest change, by popular demand, is that Trigger Arrows now have a dedicated detonate button. There's also a new keyboard configuration menu. It lets you rebind the keys from in-game, assign multiple players per-keyboard, and saves your settings in Steam Cloud! The full changelog is below. Thanks for playing :) -Matt Gameplay Changes: Alt shoot button (B on xb360 controllers) now detonates trigger arrows rather than primary shoot button Added a screen explaining how to detonate trigger arrows to Darkfang. It will only show once per play session, and you can disable it by disabling tips in the Options menu Catching a flaming arrow now lights you on fire Rebalanced a few Twilight Spire stages Added Controls: Added an in-game Keyboard Config menu The config menu all…
