At Gamescom 2026, Curve Games and developer Coyote House Games unveiled Dumpster Gang, a chaotic co-op sandbox game where players take on the role of mischievous raccoons. The game is set to launch for Xbox PC in December 2026 and will be available Day One as part of Xbox PC Game Pass, according to an official announcement on Xbox Wire.
The reveal came during the Xbox broadcast at Gamescom 2026, with the team expressing excitement about bringing the raccoon-themed antics to players. The game supports 1-4 players, allowing friends to team up and cause a ruckus while trying to escape a relentless exterminator.
Developed by Jake and Sam, the duo behind Coyote House Games, Dumpster Gang promises a blend of cooperative chaos and hideout customization, with players scavenging junk treasure from raids to personalize their base.
What Is Dumpster Gang?
Dumpster Gang is a co-op sandbox game for 1-4 players, as confirmed by the official announcement. Players embody raccoons who break into buildings, cause mayhem, and attempt to evade a persistent exterminator. The core loop involves raiding locations, collecting junk treasure, and returning to a hideout to customize it with the scavenged items.
According to Sam’s quote in the announcement, after a full day of causing chaos, players can head back to their hideout to customize it with all the junk treasure scavenged from their raids. The game also features a selection of adorable hats, each with unique abilities that assist in the raccoons’ nefarious antics, adding a layer of strategy to the chaos.
The game is designed for up to four players, with the announcement noting that it allows you and up to three friends to break into buildings together. This cooperative focus suggests a party-style experience where coordination and mischief go hand in hand.
Developer Background and Experience
Coyote House Games is led by Jake and Sam, who brought the concept to Curve Games, the publisher of Dumpster Gang. The duo brings a wealth of experience to the project, as detailed in the announcement.
Jake spent nearly a decade working on animation projects for companies like Marvel and Warner Music, giving him a strong background in visual storytelling and character design. Sam, on the other hand, previously shipped the multiplayer hit Midnight Ghost Hunt as game director, demonstrating a track record with successful multiplayer titles. This combination of animation expertise and multiplayer design experience likely informs the game’s playful aesthetic and cooperative mechanics.
The announcement highlights the developers’ enthusiasm, with the team expressing excitement about the reveal and the game’s potential to deliver a unique co-op experience.
Platforms and Availability
Dumpster Gang is confirmed for Xbox PC, with a launch window of December 2026. The game will be available Day One as part of Xbox PC Game Pass, meaning subscribers can access it at no additional cost on launch day. This aligns with Xbox’s strategy of bringing new titles to Game Pass, making the game accessible to a wide audience.
The announcement did not specify whether the game would be available on other platforms, so players on other systems will need to wait for further details. The December 2026 release date gives the developers ample time to polish the game and build anticipation.
As part of the Gamescom 2026 Xbox broadcast, the reveal generated buzz among fans of co-op games and raccoon-themed antics. With its unique premise and experienced developers, Dumpster Gang is shaping up to be a notable addition to the co-op sandbox genre.
