Bold headline: A neon-soaked terror from the mind of John Carpenter is coming to life in John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, and it’s blasting onto consoles and PC this March.
Inspired by the director’s wildest nightmares, the latest trailer dropped during a live ceremony, and the release date was confirmed with a dramatic reveal at the Game Awards 2025.
Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment proudly announce that John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, a co-op shooter rooted in ‘80s action-horror vibes, will arrive on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on March 12, 2026. Pre-orders are open across all platforms, and each edition comes with a bonus free DLC.
The big date was unveiled alongside a high-intensity Release Date Reveal Trailer shown during the Game Awards—watch the full clip here: https://youtu.be/svWU-rezMu0.
NO BRAINS. NO BRAKES. NO FILTER.
In a near-future scenario, an experimental attempt to tap into Earth’s core spirals out of control, transforming soil into sludge and turning people into undead creatures. Leon Dorsey, the mastermind behind the experiment, plans to fix things by assembling a skilled mercenary squad. But his price tag is steep, which is why he turns to THE TOXIC COMMANDOS.
Team up with up to three friends, with full cross-play across PC and consoles. Drive through semi-open maps, blast through the wasteland, and crush the sludge god and its monstrous hordes. Coordinate to find your squad’s groove—shoot swarms in perfect sync, and unleash the thrill of tearing through enemies under the wheels of your favorite ride. Expect a heavy arsenal: guns, grenades, special abilities, and even katana options. When mutated abominations surge from every angle, teamwork isn’t optional—it’s your lifeline.
Pre-orders are available for both the Standard Edition and the Blood Edition, with a free DLC accompanying every purchase.
editions and what they include:
- Standard Edition: Base game, pre-order bonus Leon’s Secret Stash DLC.
- Blood Edition: Standard contents plus the Bloody Pass, which unlocks two post-launch DLCs featuring unique character, weapon, and vehicle skins to keep your apocalypse crew looking sharp.
- The Blood Edition also adds a Cosmetic Pack in gold for weapons, a weapon charm, and additional character skins.
Don’t wait for the undead to catch you off guard—secure your copy today.
Free updates are planned post-launch, delivering new missions, enemies, weapons, and vehicles for all players. Zombies never sleep, and neither should you.
John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando storms onto shelves and digital storefronts on March 12, 2026. Pre-order now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store.
