GameSpot has put together its list of co-op games to watch out for in 2026, and 17-BIT’s upcoming dungeon brawler Awaysis made the cut!
If you’re a fan of dungeon brawlers, Awaysis might just be your most anticipated game of 2026. The crunchy, satisfying slashing action shown in small preview snippets of combat, combined with its always-forward momentum, makes it look like an incredibly tactile and rewarding arcade-style experience. It’s a beautiful-looking game that allows you and your friends to become various adorable creatures, wielding swords bigger than themselves to take on the Dark Lord of Darkness.
Awaysis is a co-op adventure for up to four players with physics-based gameplay that allows for incredible combat and smooth traversal across the world.
Emphasis is on sliding around, pushing enemies off ledges and watching them fall into the abyss–a smart fighting style befitting of your small stature. The game will support both couch co-op and online play and even has a Fight Party PvP mode for when your friends get on your nerves.
An additional exciting feature of the game is the music. Brought to life by legendary composer Hip Tanaka, who was behind well-known franchises like Metroid and Super Smash Bros, Awaysis is set to please players ears just as much as their eyes. The game features a dynamic difficulty system that will continue to challenge gamers all the way through. This is a game made to bring something new to dungeon crawling, as animations will be based on the physics of the game. Loot is important, but it’s not just about how much damage you can do. Learn the controls, learn the environment, and master the world.
Wishlist Awaysis on Steam and get ready for its release in 2026!
