Magicka 2 launches next month on PC, PS4

Magicka 2 will launch on PS4 and Windows PC next month, publisher Paradox Interactive has announced.

The sequel to Arrowhead’s popular 2011 release will arrive on May 26th for the platforms. A Linux port is planned for later this year as well. With Arrowhead moving on, Pieces Interactive has taken over development duties for the franchise.

The game packs four-player co-op and always-on friendly fire – to crank up the silliness and potentially end a few close relationships. Both standard and Deluxe Editions of the Windows release are available to pre-order on Steam.

To mark the upcoming launch, Paradox has released a new Magicka 2 trailer parodying the Game of Thrones television intro: