If your idea of a good time involves four-player co-op, obscene amounts of ammo, mutant hordes, and screaming engines tearing through a hellscape, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando just moved to the top of your must-play list.
Revealed in a brand-new Gameplay Overview Trailer, the upcoming action-horror shooter from and channels peak ’80s horror vibes with modern co-op intensity. Launching March 12, 2026, the game is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
And yes—there’s a limited-time demo hitting Steam from February 19 to March 2, so you won’t have to wait long to get your hands dirty.
Four Players. Endless Zombies. Zero Chill.
Powered by Saber Interactive’s signature Swarm Engine, Toxic Commando throws players into semi-open environments overflowing with relentless waves of mutated monstrosities. This isn’t slow-burn horror—it’s pedal-to-the-metal chaos, where standing still is a death sentence and teamwork is survival.
You’ll squad up as elite mercenaries across multiple missions, mowing down enemies that pour onto the screen in terrifying numbers. Think less “careful aim” and more “reload while screaming.”
Weapons, Vehicles, and Maximum Overkill
The trailer also highlights a gloriously excessive arsenal. Players can choose from 16 primary weapon types, backed up by a variety of secondary options. Shotguns, SMGs, sniper rifles, pistols, machetes, crowbars—if it can break bones or pop heads, it’s probably here.
And when bullets aren’t enough? Get behind the wheel. Slime-proof, zombie-crushing vehicles let you plow through enemies, reposition under pressure, and turn the battlefield into a demolition derby of the undead.
Choose Your Class, Save the Squad
Each player can step into one of four distinct classes—Strike, Medic, Operator, or Defender—each bringing unique abilities to the fight. Whether you’re soaking damage, keeping teammates alive, or controlling the battlefield, synergy matters.
The game supports full crossplay, making it easy to jump in with friends across platforms using matchmaking or private lobbies. No one gets left behind—except the zombies.
Try It Early: Limited-Time Demo on Steam
Curious how it feels before launch? A playable demo arrives on Steam from February 19 through March 2, offering a hands-on taste of the carnage. It’s the perfect excuse to rally your co-op crew and see who panics first.
Editions, Pre-Orders, and Bloody Bonuses
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando is available in Standard and Blood Edition versions. Pre-ordering any edition nets you the “Leon’s Secret Stash” DLC for free.
The Blood Edition goes further, including the Bloody Pass, which features two post-launch DLC packs with exclusive character, weapon, and vehicle skins—plus a golden cosmetic weapon pack to ensure you look stylish while saving humanity.
Final Verdict: Loud, Messy, and Perfectly Unhinged
With its unapologetic action, co-op-first design, and unmistakable John Carpenter energy, Toxic Commando looks like a love letter to over-the-top horror fans who prefer their apocalypse fast, loud, and shared with friends.
March 12 can’t come soon enough. Load up, lock in, and get ready to go commando.