LOS ANGELES – APRIL 30, 2026 – Netmarble, a renowned developer and publisher of high-quality games, has released an in-game update for its AFK RPG THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK that introduces a new fighter and in-game events.

This update adds the new Legendary fighter Vanessa who is an agent of a secret organization that balanced her life in the field as well as her life as a mother. Known for her lightning-fast punches and unpredictable boxing techniques, Vanessa brings speed and precision to the battlefield. Players can experience her signature skills “Crazy Puncher” and “Dash Puncher” in-game.

The Vanessa Pick-Up Event and the [Endurance] Synergy Fighter Summon Event are now underway through May 13 that allow players to obtain Vanessa and fighters with [Endurance] synergy, respectively.

In addition, a variety of in-game events are available. The Lucky Elpy Event will run from May 4 to May 8, where players can obtain a Legendary Supporter Karman Cole. The Dreamglow Record Event will be available from May 7 to May 20 that offer players the opportunity to meet Legendary pets Scarlett and Chromic. Among them, Scarlett is a fox-themed pet inspired by Vanessa.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK is based on SNK’s “THE KING OF FIGHTERS” IP. The game features iconic fighters from “THE KING OF FIGHTERS” series reimagined in pixel art graphics that gamers are familiar with from THE KING OF FIGHTERS R-2 on NEOGEO POCKET COLOR, allowing players to build their own team of favorite Fighters and enjoy dynamic combats. Players can strategically create their decks by combining at least 5 and up to 25 different Fighters and formations.

For the latest news and information on THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK, visit the official website.

“THE KING OF FIGHTERS” is an iconic fighting game series that led the fighting game craze in the 1990s, with over 15 titles released to date. THE KING OF FIGHTERS and its Fighters have been receiving strong support among fans around the globe for decades as the series’ systems and stories have evolved over time. 

About Netmarble Corporation

Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, RAVEN2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

ⓒ SNK CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ⓒ Netmarble Corp. & Netmarble Neo Inc. 2024 All Rights Reserved. 

Catania, April 30 – Stormind Games is proud to announce that Akira Yamaoka, the legendary composer behind the Silent Hill video game and film series, will compose the soundtrack for Remothered: Red Nun’s Legacy.

This collaboration marks a turning point for the Remothered franchise, bringing one of the most influential figures in survival horror history to shape the game’s audio identity.

Throughout his career, Akira Yamaoka has been more than a composer, he is the architect of a musical language that redefined the very feeling of fear. His haunting, intimate, and deeply emotional soundscapes made Silent Hill an iconic experience, capable of lingering in players’ minds long after the screen goes dark.

“Horror isn’t just about fear, but something that remains deep within the heart and memory. With Remothered: Red Nun’s Legacy, I wanted to create music that becomes one with the space, slowly seeping into the player and leaving a lasting, unexplainable feeling,” said Akira Yamaoka.

“Working with Akira Yamaoka represents a defining moment for Stormind Games and for the entire Remothered journey. His work has shaped the identity of survival horror, and we are proud that his vision will help define the sonic identity of Red Nun’s Legacy. This collaboration is not only an artistic recognition, but also an important step in our ambition to elevate narrative horror in video games,” said Antonio Cannata, CEO of Stormind Games.

With Remothered: Red Nun’s Legacy, Yamaoka will bring his unique vision into a narrative universe already rich in psychological tension and mystery, elevating it even further. The result will be a soundtrack that seamlessly blends with gameplay and storytelling, amplifying every moment of dread, every silence and every revelation.

This collaboration represents a meeting of two aligned creative forces: on one side, the artistic legacy of a master of horror; on the other, Stormind Games’ ambition to push narrative horror to new heights.

Further updates and details on Remothered: Red Nun’s Legacy will be announced soon. The game is scheduled for release by the end of 2026 on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, PC, and Xbox Series S/X, including physical editions for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.

About Stormind Games

Stormind is an independent AA studio creating original and licensed horror games for PC and consoles. The team is best known for the survival horror saga Remothered and A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, the first-person horror adventure based on the Paramount Pictures franchise. They also co-developed Mafia: The Old Country alongside Hangar 13 and 2K. More information at: https://stormindgames.com/

Cooperation is key, but only one bounty hunter can take home the loot

April 29, 2026 – Bounty Brawl: Most Wanted, the fast-paced co-op action roguelite shooter from developer Nanuq and publisher Infini Fun, lassos up lucrative fugitives on Thursday, May 28 on Steam for PC.

The most dangerous criminals in the universe require the skills of the most reckless, cash-hoarding bounty hunters. Become one of eight outlaws, like Kyle the robot cowboy with his revolver and powerful special shots, or Xane with her deadly claws. Use each hunter’s powerful lasso to whip across gaps, activate environmental hazards, and deal deadly finishers to staggered targets.

Wrangling these bounties might require some help, and with four-player co-op supporting online matchmaking, private lobbies, and local play, these bosses won’t know what hit them. But when the boss falls, and the reward lies there for the taking, all alliances must end. The squad turns their weapons on each other for the Final Showdown where the last outlaw standing takes home the whole reward. But don’t worry, there’s always another boss with a bounty on their head to collect…

Brevity meets depth as each run in Bounty Brawl: Most Wanted is a quick, three-stage affair, meaning failure offers a quick turnaround to try again, and quick pick-up-and-play sessions. Each hunter has a deep assortment of permanent upgrades to unlock at the home base of Hunter’s Heaven, and each boss provides more challenging debuffs after each victory.

“We love co-op games, but the time commitment that many roguelites require for a full run proved to be a hindrance,” said Nat Rangsarannon, Director of Bounty Brawl at Nanuq. “Enjoy a quick run with some friends…and then another, and another…”  

Bounty Brawl: Most Wanted launches on Steam for PC on Thursday, May 28 for $XX.99, with support for English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Thai, and Traditional Chinese language text.

For more information, follow Bounty Brawl: Most Wanted on X, Facebook, and TikTok, and join the official Discord server.

About Nanuq

Nanuq is a game studio based in Bangkok, Thailand, dedicated to creating innovative, gameplay-driven experiences while also providing co-development and art services for global partners. By blending Southeast Asian creativity with international production standards, the team crafts distinctive and highly replayable games.

About Infini Fun

Infini Fun is a boutique game publisher committed to delivering player-centered, innovative games to a global audience. They specialize in multi-platform publishing for PC, consoles, and more, offering developers professional support in funding, production guidance, marketing, and technology.

The chaotic claw machine roguelike deckbuilder hits Version 1.0 with massive new content, fresh challenges and launch discounts across all platforms

Zurich, Switzerland – 30th April, 2026. Stray Fawn Studio is thrilled to announce that Dungeon Clawler, the wildly inventive claw machine roguelike deckbuilder, has officially left Early Access and launched into Version 1.0 onPC via Steam, alongside full releases on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and iOS and Android devices.

Blending the thrill of arcade claw machines with deep deckbuilding strategy and roguelike progression, Dungeon Clawler challenges players to grab weapons and items from the machine, craft powerful builds, and unleash devastating combos as they battle their way through a dungeon packed with danger, discovery, and unpredictable encounters.

Originally developed as a small side project by co-founder Micha, inspired by a love of roguelikes and the neon-lit claw machines of Tokyo arcades, Dungeon Clawler quickly evolved into one of Stray Fawn Studio’s most ambitious and creative titles to date.

With its full Version 1.0 release, Dungeon Clawler expands significantly on its Early Access journey with a huge wave of new content. A brand-new Daily Challenge Mode adds fresh twists to every run, while new characters, including Spinarosa and Captain Coney (plus another secret unlockable one) bring even more variety to playstyles. Players can master the chaotic Propeller Claw, take on formidable new bosses such as the elemental Giant Slimes, Mama Creampuff, and Smeltor, and uncover hidden encounters lurking deep within the dungeon. Alongside new enemies, items, and perks that deepen strategy and replayability, the 1.0 launch also delivers extensive balancing, improvements, and bug fixes for the most polished Dungeon Clawler experience yet across all platforms!

At its core, Dungeon Clawler offers a deeply replayable and strategic experience:

• Unlock 26 unique characters, each with distinct abilities and playstyles
• Experiment with 8 different claws, each transforming how you grab items
• Combine over 120 items with 85 passive perks to create powerful synergies
• Battle 40+ enemies and 17 bosses, each with unique mechanics
• Explore mysterious locations, encounter strange allies, and risk it all in pachinko machines for powerful rewards

Players must use every trick at their disposal to reach the dungeon’s heart, defeat the evil dungeon lord, and reclaim their lost paw.

Dungeon Clawler is available now across all platforms at the following pricing:

• PC (Steam) – $14.99 / €14.99 / £12.99 (35% launch discount)
• PlayStation 5 – check local channels for exact pricing
• Xbox Series X|S – $14.99 / €14.99 / £12.49 (10% launch discount)
• Nintendo Switch – $14.99 / €14.99 / £13.49 (10% launch discount)
• iOS – $6.99 / €6.99 / £6.99
• Android – $6.99 / €6.99 / £6.99 (20% launch discount)

All launch discounts are available for a limited time, so players can jump in now and grab Dungeon Clawler at a special price.

Dungeon Clawler is out now for PC via Steam, alongside full releases on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and iOS and Android devices so grab the claw, build your perfect run, and dive in today.

About Stray Fawn Studio

Stray Fawn Studio is a fifteen person indie game studio based in Zurich, Switzerland. The company focuses on developing their own projects which are often situated in the simulation game genre. Procedural content generation and the simulation of living worlds form the core of the studio’s creations. Stray Fawn was founded by Micha Stettler, a space enthusiastic software engineer and Philomena Schwab, a biology loving game designer.

Pre-registration for Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster open today

Shanghai, China — April 29, 2026 | Chinese publisher HAOPLAY is thrilled to announce Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster, a casual puzzle game scheduled to launch on iOS and Android later this year. Pre-registration is open from today, promising a whole host of rewards upon the game’s official launch for anyone that signs up.

In Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster, players assume the role of Captain Quack, a duck tasked with helming a magical ark on an oceanic voyage, in a world that’s been devastated by monsters. Quack — along with super-powered avian companions they’ve recruited along the way — must battle dangerous enemies, and overcome many obstacles, on their way to finding a new home for the flock.

Each stage involves players managing a group of birds, as they fire eggs at a variety of adversaries down a pachinko-style board. The goal is to eliminate monsters, and rack up points, by ricocheting eggs from one foe to the next until the board is clear. 

Players can optimise their approach on each level with their squad selection: while only five birds can be selected for each stage, there are up to fifty unique birds in the game, across six different classes — Celestial, Cold, Combo, Fire, Lightning, and Strike. Classes interact with one another in different ways, allowing players to try different combinations to find the optimal strategy. Bird stats can be improved through evolving and levelling up, abilities can be altered via the card system, and new equipment can be forged to increase the team’s overall combat power. 

In addition to the main campaign, players can hone their skills in the demanding Purgatory Tower, relax and reel in some monsters at the Fishing Ground, or take on other players in the Starry Expedition mode.

Pre-registration is open now on the official Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster website. Anyone who signs up before launch will receive the following rewards when the game is released later this year:

• Tier 1 Reward: Mystery Egg x10, Gold x1000
• Tier 2 Reward: Rare Egg x5, Runestone x50
• Tier 3 Reward: S-Class Hero Shard x10, Bone x100
• Tier 4 Reward: A-Class Monster Capsule x5, Exclusive “Novice” Avatar Frame
• Tier 5 Reward: A-Class Hero – Cutie Duck

Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster will launch later this year on iOS and Android.

About HAOPLAY

HAOPLAY is a leading mobile game publisher with offices in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taipei, Seoul and Los Angeles. Founded in 2019, HAOPLAY collaborates with top game designers and developers worldwide to bring high-quality mobile games to the global market. Whether it’s exceptional games from China, or captivating titles from around the globe, HAOPLAY is dedicated to advancing the gaming industry and enhancing the player experience of gamers around the world.

Physical editions are also available at select retailers worldwide

Walnut Creek, California — April 30, 2026 | Maximum Entertainment AB and Rainbow, the studio behind Winx Club created by Iginio Straffi, are excited to announce that Winx Club: The Magic is Back is now available digitally on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.

Physical editions are also available today for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch at select retailers across the EMEA region, North America, Australia, and New Zealand.

Watch the Winx Club: The Magic Is Back launch trailer here: 

Coinciding with the brand-new Winx Club: The Magic is Back animated series, this enchanting action-adventure brings the beloved fairies to life like never before, blending magical combat, puzzle-solving, and cooperative gameplay.

Players can explore a variety of iconic locations inspired by the Winx universe, from the courtyard of Alfea College to the mystical Enchanted Forest, the dramatic Coastal Cliffs, and the ancient Desert Ruins of Red Fountain. The game also allows players to switch seamlessly between all six fairies, each with unique magical abilities that unlock creative approaches to both combat and puzzles.

Friends can also play together in two-player local co-op. Combining exploration, fast-paced action, and cooperative gameplay, Winx Club: The Magic is Back delivers the friendship, magic, and adventure that have captivated fans of the Winx Club universe around the world.

Winx Club: The Magic is Back is available now on PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.

For more information, visit www.maximument.com/games/winx-club/

About Maximum Entertainment

Maximum Entertainment is a global entertainment company dedicated to crafting indie to AA video game experiences through original content and licensed partnerships. A fully integrated group with a broad portfolio of content, the company emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity in its partnerships to produce the highest level of interactive entertainment. With more than 300 titles in its catalog, Maximum Entertainment has joined forces with talented creators and renowned franchises around the globe to deliver magic to the gamer in everyone. Maximum Entertainment employs experienced professionals across the entire value chain of video games including development, publishing, transmedia, sales, and operations.

About Rainbow Group

Established in 1995 by multi-award-winning creator Iginio Straffi, President and CEO of the Group, Rainbow produces and distributes animated and Live Action contents across all audience targets and channels. First rising among the largest animation studios in the world following the extraordinary success of the Winx Club saga, loved and followed by millions, Rainbow has showcased the power to create global and classic franchises, landing yearly among the Top Global Licensors in the world with more than 500 active licenses. Rainbow Group also includes Bardel Inc. – Emmy Award®-winning Canadian studio offering CGI and VFX animation services, and Colorado Film, Italian excellence company in Live Action production. Besides creating and distributing original content worldwide, the group reaches the global market with licensing, editorial projects, live events, and production of merchandise and toys also under license.

Get the base game free for one week on Epic Games Store!

London, England – April 30th, 2026 — “Best Small Studio” indie game developer Spilt Milk Studios has been cooking up an exciting DLC for their acclaimed and 100,000-selling wholesome shopkeeping game Trash Goblin with its first premium expansion The Artist of Brimhaven. Due May 7th, this premium DLC will add at least 5 hours of brand new story content revolving around you, a new district, and fresh starts.

Designed for people who’ve completed the story in the base game and can’t wait to see what everyone gets up to next, The Artist of Brimhaven features returning characters along with a whole new way to reach out and touch the world of Trash Goblin! Players will visit the all-new district of Brimhaven, a quiet and abandoned place nestled in a large ravine. You’ll be helping the community revitalise & rebuild the run-down buildings of this once-bustling locale, filling its empty streets with cheer and making a lasting positive change to the inhabitants of Silver City!

That’s not all, as this expansion coincides with a huge free update coming to the game on PC the same day! It introduces an entirely new tool nicknamed Hugh, which gives players the ability to swap materials and colours across all 400 trinkets in the game!! Please understand; this update is PC only for the time being.

For those who haven’t played Trash Goblin before, this is a fantastic time to jump in as the game is free for one week on Epic Games Store starting on the 7th May. Enjoy the base campaign at no cost and get up to speed on the story before embarking on the Brimhaven expansion!.

The Key info:

Artist of Brimhaven DLC

• Brand new storyline 
• 5+ hours of content playable after completing the main game
• A new district, Brimhaven (it’s all about repairing a derelict area and helping to build a community)
• 5 new achievements

Free 1.5 Base Game Update

• New tool (Hugh) and trinket mini-game; recolouring
• New free cosmetic set (Maker’s Fortune)
• 54 new trinkets (bringing the total up to 387 in the base game, 400 if you include the free Spiffo Plush DLC and the paid Goblin Plush DLC)
• 5 new achievements
• Hungarian Localisation added

Found Family Cosmetic Pack

• A variety of cosmetics based around fan-favourite characters Donoval, Aunty, Mushromeo, Mycelle & Jaq
• 10 bedding variants
• 10 wallpaper variants
• 5 customer mat variants
• 5 workmat variants
• 5 bedpipe
• 5 shop signs

More on Trash Goblin:
Trash Goblin lets you customise your myriad of already-peculiar goods by combining these trinkets together in almost endless ways, uncovering, cleaning, upcycling & recolouring them into even more strange and wonderful new items to meet the eccentric requests of your colourful customers. Get to know your regulars so you can make custom pieces tailored around their desires – which will fetch you even more money! 

Grow your business! Spend your savings to upgrade your shop, buy new and better tools that offer additional ways to restore your trinkets – making them even more valuable – and expand your space, customising it to your tastes.

About Spilt Milk Studios
Spilt Milk Studios is a multi-award-winning independent game developer. We’re focused on delighting players with wholesome games made with a twist, and are dedicated to fostering a diverse community who values curiosity and empathy. We’re making games for a global audience, and are driven by an inexorable moral imperative around how we build our company and the kinds of games we want to make. These pillars guide us as we grow, nurturing people, processes & talent so that we leave the world a better place than how we found it. It’s literally the least we can do.

Realistic RTS management sim invites players to establish a self-sustaining colony on the Moon

April 30, 2026 – Humanity’s next great adventure starts with you! Upstairs Games has announced that Possible One: Lunar Industries will launch in Early Access on May 22nd for PC. The realistic colony management RTS invites you to take command of humanity’s next frontier, building and operating a lunar colony using proven real-world technologies while balancing survival, efficiency, and profitability.

In Possible One: Lunar Industries, assume the role of a commander establishing a permanent human presence on the Moon. Plan and construct the literal foundations of your colony, from housing and food production to essential infrastructure that keeps your colonists alive. Every decision impacts not only the survival of your crew, but the long-term success of your operation.

Beyond survival, your mission is to build a profitable off-world industry. Extract and refine valuable lunar resources, research new technologies and bring this back to Earth. At the same time, you’ll need to manage the harsh realities of life on the Moon, including radiation exposure, low-gravity conditions, and the toll of living away from Earth, all while scaling your colony into a self-sustaining industrial powerhouse.

Key Features:

• Realistic Colony Management: Build and operate a lunar colony using proven real-world technologies
• Resource Extraction & Industrialization: Excavate lunar resources and precious metals and convert them into profitable products
• Colony Planning & Construction: Design and maintain housing, workplaces, laboratories, and manufacturing facilities
• Survival Challenges: Manage radiation exposure, low gravity, and the impact of living far from Earth
• Strategic Growth: Unlock new technologies and navigate the political and economic realities of space trade

Possible One: Lunar Industries launches in Early Access on May 22nd for PC. Aspiring commanders can wishlist the game on Steam now and prepare to lead humanity’s next industrial leap beyond Earth.

About Upstairs Games

The Upstairs Games team formed in 2021 when a small group of friends united around a shared passion for grounded, industrial space worlds, a challenge that proved anything was Possible. The result was Possible One: Lunar Industries, a small experiment that became the studio’s defining vision.

Get this city moving with over a dozen officially licensed buses solo or in co-op with up to four players today on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S!

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. –April 30, 2026 – Buckle up, it’s time to get behind the wheel! Saber Interactive and developer stillalive studios, the original creators of Bus Simulator 21 and Bus Simulator 18, are excited to announce that Bus Bound, the all-new driving-focused sim, is out now on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. From busy intersections to sleepy neighborhoods, it’s up to you to choose the best bus for the job, expand your network, and improve the quality of life for your passengers one stop at a time.

Both Bus Bound’s Standard Edition (29.99 USD & EUR/24.99 GBP) and Deluxe Edition (39.99 USD & EUR/34.99 GBP) are available for purchase now. Players who purchase Bus Bound’s Deluxe Edition will get the Horizon Speed 40ft bus plus three retro skins, as well as the Bus Pass, which grants access to Bus Bound’s first three content expansions, expected to arrive in 2026.

Driving your bus isn’t just about transporting passengers safely from one place to another – your routes help shape this city. Every ride executed with care, every stop upgraded and every new route added helps make your town a more energetic and accessible space for pedestrians. Generating goodwill amongst your passengers will also help you unlock new buses, visual styles and upgrades, so no matter where you’re going you can make each ride your own. Explore your city, master every stop and turn, and enjoy the ride!

Key Game Features

• A City Full of Life: Explore a fully simulated, densely inhabited town with a rich history. From bustling intersections to quiet neighborhoods, every area has its own rhythm, and your route will help shape its future.
• Drive American Icons: Take the wheel of true-to-life buses from top American manufacturers, including the New Flyer Xcelsior 40ft CNG and the Blue Bird Sigma. With 17 buses available to choose from at launch, you’ll always have the right bus for the job.
• Shape the City: You’re not just driving, you’re improving public life! Upgrade stops, unlock new routes, earn passive perks, and see each district evolve into a more vibrant, pedestrian-friendly space thanks to your bus-driving efforts.
• Multiplayer on the Move: Band together with up to three other players in online co-op! Split off to tackle multiple routes simultaneously and help improve your host’s home city.
• Customize Your Fleet: With each shift, you’ll generate goodwill with your riders to unlock new buses, visual styles and upgrades. Whether you prefer a relaxing driving experience or want to master and optimize every detail of your run, the freedom to make each trip your own is yours.

Every stop matters, so hop into the driver’s seat with Bus Bound today on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S! For more information, visit saber.games/BusBound.

About Saber Interactive

Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 15 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park: Survival, Turok: Origins, Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival, Road Kings, World War Z, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, Bus Bound, Docked, SnowRunner, Expeditions: A MudRunner Game and RoadCraft. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with leading developers and publishers, including producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others. Learn more at https://saber.games.

Bus Bound © 2026, stillalive studios GmbH, published and distributed by Saber Interactive Inc. Developed by stillalive studios GmbH. Bus Bound™, the Bus Bound logo and all related marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of stillalive studios GmbH. Saber Interactive™ and the Saber Interactive logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Saber Interactive Inc. Unreal® is a trademark or registered trademark of Epic Games, Inc. in the United States of America and elsewhere. Made with FMOD Studio by Firelight Technologies Pty Ltd. The buses in this game may be different from the actual products in shapes, colours and performance. All other names, trademarks and logos are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Explore a perilous dinosaurs-infested island and uncover the fate of a missing expedition – demo on Steam from 7 May

Dundee, Scotland – 30 April, 2026 – Junkfish is excited to unveil Wilderdark, a brand-new first-person survival horror title, coming to Steam in 2026. Starting 7 May, players will be able to  get an early taste of the adventure by stepping onto its eerie, mystery-shrouded island in a newly released demo on Steam. 

Wilderdark is a survival horror exploration game set on an unnatural island overtaken by a mysterious ectoparasitic organism that has begun corrupting both dinosaurs and plant life. Players take on the role of a field operative sent in by a shadowy organisation in pursuit of immortality, tasked with documenting the island’s ecosystem, collecting samples, and uncovering the fate of earlier expeditions — including one led by the protagonist’s own parents.

In Wilderdark, players find themselves crash-landed on a hostile island with only minimal resources to survive. Every step matters in this tense and atmospheric world, where stealth is key and even the smallest sound can attract the attention of deadly apex predators. The island is teeming with unfamiliar and dangerous lifeforms, including grotesque, parasite-infected dinosaurs. To uncover the truth, players will need to carefully observe their surroundings, document discoveries through photography, and craft essential tools from whatever they can find. It’s a constant balancing act: use resources wisely, stay out of sight, and think one step ahead of the island’s relentless hunters.

Take a closer look at Wilderdark’s dangerous world in the cinematic trailer below.

“We’ve been holding onto Wilderdark as a well-kept secret for over three years, and we’re super excited to finally shine a spotlight on it,” said Ellie Gibbs, Senior Marketing Manager at Junkfish. “After years of quietly building it behind-the-scenes, it feels amazing to share something that marks our return to the kind of horror our community has been asking for. The demo is just the beginning…step in next week and see what’s been lurking in the dark.”

Launching in 2026, Wilderdark marks Junkfish’s return to the stealth survival horror genre following their hit title Monstrum.

About Junkfish
Junkfish is a leading independent game development studio based in the UK and Singapore with a passion for creating unique, innovative and high-quality games for a worldwide audience. Junkfish are proud of the passion, knowledge, and approachability of their people which underpins their “Person First” approach to producing their games. Junkfish launched their first game, Monstrum, on PC in January 2015, receiving nominations for “Best Debut Game” at the TIGA Awards and “Best Game” at Scottish BAFTA Awards.