# GRAVHOUNDS video game release and gameplay reveal

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gravhounds-video-game-release-and-gameplay-reveal
> Updated: 2026-10-19T11:15:41.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Octopus Panic, an independent studio led by Creative Director Josh Holmes, has released gameplay footage for its upcoming cooperative action-builder, GRAVHOUNDS. The footage showcases mechanics such as the ‘Grav Beam’ for manipulating objects and enemies, alongside various mission types including the ‘Coffee Cat’ escort mission and the ‘Refinery’ defense mission.

The game features resource gathering, base construction, and combat across diverse environments like snow and desert biomes. Following a playtest involving over 20,000 players, the title is scheduled to launch in Early Access on PC and Xbox Series X|S on November 2, 2026, with availability on Xbox Game Pass on its release day.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-19: GRAVHOUNDS gameplay trailer reveals cooperative mechanics and release date

Octopus Panic announced that GRAVHOUNDS, a cooperative action-building game led by Josh Holmes, will enter Early Access on PC and Xbox Series X|S on November 2, 2026, including day one on Xbox Game Pass.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gravhounds-gameplay-trailer-reveals-cooperative-mechanics-and-release-date

### 2026-10-16: Octopus Panic reveals new gameplay trailer for GRAVHOUNDS

Octopus Panic revealed a new gameplay trailer for GRAVHOUNDS, a 1-4 player co-op action-builder launching in Early Access on PC and Xbox on November 2, 2026.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/octopus-panic-reveals-new-gameplay-trailer-for-gravhounds

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