Co-op puzzle game Big Walk tops Metacritic rankings for 2026 releases

House House, the studio behind Untitled Goose Game, released the co-op puzzle adventure Big Walk today. The title has earned a Metacritic average of 93 from 13 scored reviews, surpassing other 2026 releases such as Forza Horizon 6 and Mina the Hollower.

Reviewers highlighted the game’s puzzle design and relaxed atmosphere. > "One of the best co-op games ever," wrote Mark Delaney of GameSpot, giving it a 9/10 rating. He noted the developer’s minimalistic approach, allowing players to explore the island’s open world and discover its secrets.

Imran Khan of Restart awarded five stars, praising the collaborative puzzles that encourage communication among teammates. > "There’s a lot of puzzles in Big Walk and as our group did more and more, we got better and better at learning to communicate within the game's absurd contexts," he said.

Eurogamer’s Chris Schilling also gave a five-star review, commenting on the game's conclusion. > "It feels like a subtle but ingenious twist on a familiar game design maxim," he wrote, adding that the ending emphasizes the relationships built during play.