Macclesfield, UK – 1 September 2026 – Silver Lining Interactive is proud to announce that it is partnering with studio Kniv Studio Co., Ltd. to publish the vibrant pixel-art, turn-based SRPG that reimagines the charm of classic strategy: STARDUST: Wish of Witch. Players can buy STARDUST now on Steam, with more announcements coming!
“Partnering with the incredibly talented team at Kniv Studio is an absolute privilege,” said Luke Keighran, Managing Director of Silver Lining Interactive. “STARDUST is a great blend of classic strategy nostalgia and fresh dynamic combat experience that tactics fans are going to fall in love with. We can’t wait for players to jump in and experience Star and Yu’s story for themselves.”
A Journey Across the Stars
Weave your way through story-driven adventure, dynamic battlefields, card-based combat systems, anime-inspired cutscenes. What starts as routine requests at the local adventurer’s guild quickly spirals into a sweeping journey as mysterious factions clash over a wish-granting star. Follow Star, a justice-driven warrior with dreams of becoming a hero, and her quiet mage friend, Yu, as they get pulled into a world of forgotten magic and myth.
Experiences That Resonate
Silver Lining Interactive continues to solidify its reputation as a powerhouse publishing partner for hard-hitting, memorable experiences across every genre. From acclaimed titles like Spirit of the North 2 and the console release of Outbound, to a stacked upcoming lineup featuring The Road of Dust and Sorrow, The Witch’s Bakery, Hounded, and Quite A Ride, Silver Lining consistently supports games that captivate players worldwide. The recent announcement of Mr Trippy alone shattered expectations by gathering over 25,000 wishlists in its very first week, proving the publisher’s keen eye for standout indie hits.
About Silver Lining Interactive
Silver Lining Interactive is a collaborative video games publishing house based in the North of England. Founded by seasoned industry professionals with one goal: make games publishing feel like a partnership. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, the team is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.
About Kniv Studio
Kniv Studio Co., Ltd. is an independent game studio based in South Korea, founded in 2022 by Jonghyun Hong. Guided by its motto “A Voyage Toward Sharp Fun,” the studio creates stories anyone can love, pursuing distinctive direction alongside carefully crafted gameplay systems. Its debut title, the pixel-art SRPG STARDUST: Wish of Witch, launched on Steam in May 2026 and has since added the free story DLC “Sword of Judgment.” The studio is currently developing its next title, Highroller Penny. For more information, visit https://kniv.studio/ and follow @knivstudio on X and YouTube.
