Independent developer One More Game has announced that SWAPMEAT, a co-op roguelite third-person shooter where players swap body parts with bizarre alien enemies to gain their powers, is set to launch this 2025 for PC and macOS via Steam.

The studio also revealed the dates for one of the final playtests, Meat Lab 5, which will run from May 15 to May 22. Players can register on the games official website to try out the game’s uniquely squishy, and surprisingly strategic meat-swapping mechanics.

Players who refer three friends will receive guaranteed access for their entire squad, while supplies last.

This playtest introduces a significant content update, featuring:

Introduction of Solar System 2

A brand-new Mutant Boss awaits in the Mutant Space Wrestlers in Space Federation Championship Edition Belt as well as one new biome and three newly added planets.

Upgraded HUD

A redesigned and enhanced user interface to improve the gameplay experience

Expanded Combat Features

• On-the-fly weapon switching
• In-run weapon upgrades
• A reworked Active Reload system
• A revamp of elemental damage and status effects
• Enhanced responsiveness across various abilities
• Broad balancing across abilities, weapons, mutations, and artifacts

New Resource Gathering Mechanics

Players can now encounter Fish Rifts, Mineral Veins, and Ancient Technology while exploring. These resources can be harvested to unlock and upgrade ship functions, but only if successfully extracted from the planet.

Materials Trader Introduction

Trader Mike will appear early in Solar System 1, offering trades, buying excess inventory, and enthusiastically asking about player expenses.

Watch the official trailer linked below.