Guerrilla Games has revealed its long-simmering multiplayer title set within the world of Horizon Zero Dawn/Forbidden West. The game is called Horizon Hunters Gathering, and it’s coming to PlayStation 5 and PC.

Horizon Hunters Gathering is a co-op action game set in the American West, where up to three players assume the roles of Hunters who must protect the world from deadly machines. This involves going out on hunts to track and dismantle machines in combat that Guerrilla describes as “tactical, reactive, and deeply skill-based.” The game also sports a more stylized art direction, more akin to an animated film.

The roster consists of three Hunters (though this roster will grow over time) with distinct playstyles and weapons, both melee and ranged. One character wields a giant rocket-powered hammer, another Hunter slays foes with a spear, while the third uses a bow. Combat still involves targeting a machine’s specific body parts to dismantle it, and players can combine abilities to strategically coordinate their assaults. Think Horizon mixed with the cooperative dynamic of Monster Hunter, though the combat is much faster-paced and over-the-top than in a traditional Horizon title.

Hunters can be assigned classes such as healer or damage dealer, which changes their playstyles to favor either support, tank, or tactician. A roguelite build system allows players to assign one of several randomly earned perks while playing. Surviving a run will mean finding the best combination of perks and upgrades.

Players will get to know these personalities in a narrative campaign. This story mode can be played solo with NPCs or alongside friends, and it is fully canon to the universe. Expect to meet new characters and unravel new mysteries, and Guerrilla promises this story will be expanded over time with new adventures and narrative beats.

Four large maps will be available at launch. At the center is a social hub called Hunters Gathering. Here, you can connect with friends, customize characters, visit shops, and upgrade gear.

In addition to the campaign, two multiplayer modes have been revealed: Machine Incursion and Cauldron Descent. Machine Incursion sees players battle waves of machines led by a powerful boss as a ring slowly closes in to tighten the playfield. Cauldron Descent is a multi-stage challenge set within the series’ dungeon-like Cauldrons. Players choose which paths to take to explore deeper underground, which can pit them against enemies, take them on a platforming-focused obstacle course, or lead them to hidden doors with secret rewards.

Horizon Hunters Gathering supports cross-play between PS5 and PC as well as cross-progression, provided you’re playing using the same PlayStation account. Players can get their first sample of the game in an upcoming closed playtest. This small-scale test will be available on PS5 and PC and begins at the end of this month. You can sign up via the PlayStation Beta Program.

For fans wondering about how this new game affects the status of a presumably in-development third mainline Horizon game, Guerrilla studio director Jan-Bart Van Beek made it clear at the start of the announcement video that Horizon Hunters Gathering does not signal a shift away from creating single-player experiences:

“...I want to be clear about one thing. We absolutely love making single-player games, and we’re going to keep making them. They’re a huge part of who we are as a studio. But next to that, we have this long-standing dream to try to do something different: our own take on how to explore the world of Horizon together as a team of machine hunters.”

Today’s news should not be confused with Horizon Steel Frontiers, a recently announced MMORPG set within the Horizon universe and being developed by NCSoft for PC and mobile. That game also has no release window.

We've been hearing murmurs about Horizon Hunters Gathering for years now, so it's nice to finally see this project come to light. It will be interesting to see if Guerrilla can successfully translate its single-player open-world series into a successful multiplayer title, the way that Elden Ring Nightreign managed to last year. What do you think of Horizon Hunters Gathering? Let us know in the comments. 

Nintendo concluded its Direct presentation this morning by announcing several release dates for Switch 2 ports of Bethesda games like Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Its final reveal was that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is also coming to the console, marking the title’s first appearance on a Nintendo platform.

First released in April 2025, this “remaster” is essentially a remake as the 2006 RPG has been completely rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5. The UI has also been significantly reworked, and systems such as hit detection and other effects have been improved. Oblivion Remastered also includes the Knights of the Nine and Shivering Isles expansions.

You can look for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Switch 2 sometime this year. 

Nintendo concluded its Direct presentation this morning by announcing several release dates for Switch 2 ports of Bethesda games like Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Its final reveal was that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is also coming to the console, marking the title’s first appearance on a Nintendo platform.

First released in April 2025, this “remaster” is essentially a remake as the 2006 RPG has been completely rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5. The UI has also been significantly reworked, and systems such as hit detection and other effects have been improved. Oblivion Remastered also includes the Knights of the Nine and Shivering Isles expansions.

You can look for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Switch 2 sometime this year. 

A new Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase aired this morning, and we got a smattering of both new reveals and familiar games finding their way onto the Switch ecosystem. We're rolling into the second year of the Nintendo Switch 2, and it seems like the new console's pulling in quite a few third-party games and ports. Here's everything we saw today, rounded up if you missed the live show.

Orbitals - Summer 2026 (Switch 2)

The charmingly retro anime co-op puzzler Orbitals has a launch window for its Switch 2-exclusive debut. Shapefarm and publisher Kepler Interactive are targeting Summer 2026 for the space-faring adventure, and today's gameplay breakdown looked pretty darn good. Those looking for a new co-op game to play through with a partner or pal should probably take note.

Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse - February 19, 2026 (Switch)

Square Enix's niche but beloved adventure Paranormasight is getting a follow-up, in Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse. The new entry looks to have more of the same scares and flowchart-hopping story one would hope for, and we won't be waiting long, either. The investigation will get underway in just two weeks.

Captain Tsubasa II: World Fighters - 2026 (Switch)

Who doesn't love the theatricality of anime boys playing soccer? Captain Tsubasa looks to bring all that competitive fire to the Switch later this year, with the latest entry in the hyped-up sports RPG.

Tokyo Scramble - February 11, 2026 (Switch 2)

Has this ever happened to you? You're on a train, commuting, having a normal day, until a cave-in suddenly sends you tumbling into an underground world filled with reptilian monsters that all want to hunt you down. Well, maybe you'll get some tips for survival from Tokyo Scramble, a new survival horror game arriving on February 11, 2026.

Valheim - 2026 (Switch 2)

I'm sure at least a few of you have fond memories of building a hearth and home in Valheim, the viking survival game that became the big new thing on PC. If you'd like an excuse to return to the forests, seas, and strongholds, it's coming to Switch 2 later this year.

Hollow Knight Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Today (Switch 2)

If you've been itching for a Hollow Knight replay after finishing Silksong, you now have a great excuse. A Switch 2 version of Hollow Knight, with enhanced visuals and improved framerate, arrives on the new Nintendo handheld today. If you already own the Switch version of the game, the Switch 2 upgrade is free.

eFootball Kick-Off! - Summer 2026 (Switch 2)

If anime-styled soccer isn't your thing, then eFootball is here to give you real-life players and a world tour to compete in. The latest eFootball arrives on Switch 2 sometime this summer.

The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millennium Tales - June 18, 2026 (Switch 2)

Square Enix's time-traveling HD-2D adventure is locking in a release date. Today's Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase showed off some of The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales' era-spanning mechanics and a release date of June 18, 2026.

Super Bomberman Collection - Today (Switch)

Relive the legacy of Bomberman in this retro collection, spanning the first Super Bomberman up through Super Bomberman 5. There's also a boss rush mode, multiplayer, and more, and it all shows up later today. What a blast!

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth - June 3, 2026 (Switch 2)

Final Fantasy VII Remake recently arrived on the Switch 2, and now you have a timer on your playthrough to wrap it up before its sequel, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, makes its Switch 2 debut. The massive second entry in the FF7 remake trilogy comes to Switch 2 on June 3, 2026.

Pragmata - April 24, 2026 (Switch 2)

Capcom's puzzle-shooter Pragmata is indeed coming to Switch 2 on April 24. But today's trailer confirmed a demo for the sci-fi action game will go live later today, in case you're curious about its novel blend of hacking and blasting. It's worth checking out, and according to our recent hands-on preview, it runs pretty well, too.

Turok Origins - Fall 2026 (Switch 2)

Turok is back, which is huge news for anyone named Turok. Turok Origins pits players against an alien threat, giving you the technology to take down both dino foes and alien warriors, and it will head to the Switch 2 sometime in Fall 2026.

Kyoto Xanadu - Summer 2026 (Switch)

Falcom's Xanadu series continues with Kyoto Xanadu, an action RPG where students improve their stats, hang out with friends, and dive deep into the depths of the mysterious Xanadu. It's set to arrive on Switch and Switch 2 sometime this summer.

Digimon Story Time Stranger - July 10, 2026 (Switch)

Digimon Story Time Stranger seems like a perfect fit for handheld systems, so it's great to see it heading to Switch and Switch 2 this July. Switch 2 owners get options for either Quality or Performance modes too. Monster taming RPG fans should keep an eye out for this on July 10, 2026.

Granblue Fantasy: Relink - July 9, 2026 (Switch 2)

Granblue Fantasy: Relink is, quietly, one of the more entertaining action RPGs you can play with a group of friends. And now, that'll be much easier to manage when Relink heads to Switch on July 9, 2026, with the Endless Ragnarok subtitle in tow.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflections - March 13, 2026 (Switch 2)

The latest entry in the Monster Hunter Stories series is just around the corner, with a bunch of new Monsties to recruit and a massive world to explore. If you're eager to get started, there's some good news: a demo goes live on Switch 2 later today, with save data transferring over to the full launch on March 13, 2026.

Console Archives And Arcade Archives 2 - Today And Beyond (Switch 2)

Who doesn't love some classics? Rave Racer gets an Arcade Archives 2 entry on February 26, and the Console Archives is also on the way with the classics Doraemon, Sonic Wings Special, and more. The first wave includes Cool Boarders and Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos later today.

The Sizzle Reel

Here's a quick breakdown of the sizzle reel montage, with titles and dates:

• Scott Pilgrim EX - March 3, 2026
• Another Eden Begins (Nintendo Switch 2 Edition) - Summer 2026
• Reanimal - February 13, 2026
• WWE 2K26 - March 13, 2026
• Star Trek: Voyager Across the Unknown - February 18, 2026
• Disney Dreamlight Valley (Switch 2 Edition) - March 25, 2026
• PGA Tour 2K26 - February 6, 2026
• Culdcept Begins (Switch 2 Edition) - July 16, 2026
• Goat Simulator 3 - April 1, 2026
• Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun - March 18, 2026
• Tales of Arise - Beyond the Dawn Edition - May 22, 2026

Resident Evil Requiem - February 27, 2026 (Switch 2)

The next Resident Evil arrives soon, and it's coming to the Switch 2 alongside other platforms. Today's trailer showed much of what we've seen in previous showcases and previews, but we did get confirmation that both Leon and Grace are getting Amiibo. Additionally, if you're looking to get caught up on the preceding games, both Resident Evil 7 and Village are coming to Switch 2 on the same day as Requiem: February 27, 2026. Plus, you can pick up a brand-new Requiem-themed Switch 2 Pro Controller the same day.

Bethesda Games Head To Nintendo Switch 2

Bethesda's Todd Howard closed out today's Partner Showcase to confirm several of the developer's games are coming to Nintendo Switch 2. The big announcement is The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, arriving on the Switch 2 sometime later this year.

The Anniversary Edition of Fallout 4 is also coming to Switch 2, with a release date of February 24, 2026.

Plus, Indiana Jones will seek the Great Circle on Switch 2 on May 12, 2026.

When Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition launched last November for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, Bethesda also promised a Switch 2 version would arrive in 2026. Today’s Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase revealed that the game’s Nintendo debut is just a couple of weeks away.

When Fallout 4 arrived on PS4, Xbox One, and PC in 2015, it earned a 9 out of 10 from Game Informer, contributing to an 87 out of 100 on reviews aggregate site Metacritic. This definitive edition of the 2015 open-world RPG includes every post-launch expansion and over 150 pieces of Creation Club content. 

Although Nintendo didn't promote this, the other perk of playing on Switch 2 is the ability to strap the console to your arm like V.A.T.S. to play the game like the coolest person around. Even if that isn't an official feature (and will probably result in you damaging your Switch 2, so please don't try it), the ability to play Fallout 4 on the go through your Nintendo Switch 2 is an exciting proposition, and we'll be able to do just that when Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition arrives on February 24.