Author: Pickled Sea Cat

Conway: Disappearance at Dahlia View

“When 8-year-old Charlotte May is reported missing from Dahlia View, retired detective Robert Conway launches his own investigation into her disappearance. Lead the investigation and uncover dark secrets in a story-driven observational thriller from the creators of The Occupation and Ether One.”

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Platforms: Windows, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch
Release: 2021

Silt

“An exploration game set in a surreal oceanic void. Alone in an underwater abyss, you are a diver searching the deep to uncover long-forgotten mysteries. Discover a surreal, underwater world where nature has evolved into increasingly bizarre forms in order to survive. Traverse stunning underwater vistas and discover strange creatures, unexplored ruins and ancient machinery hidden in the deep.

“Possess diverse and distinctive sea creatures to make use of their unique abilities, solve puzzles and overcome the environment. Survive encounters with giant deep sea goliaths and harness their power to awaken a long-dormant force at the centre of the abyss.”

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Platforms: Windows
Release: 2022

Omno

“An atmospheric adventure about a journey of discovery through an ancient world of wonders. Taking players through lush forests, across a sun blasted desert, over a frigid tundra, the power of a lost civilisation will even carry the hero to the clouds. Along the way there will be creatures great and small to observe and interact with – shy rock-like crabs, helpful turtles, maybe even a friendly dinosaur to ride?”

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Platforms: Windows, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch
Release: July 28, 2021

Stray

“A third-person cat adventure game set amidst the detailed neon-lit alleys of a decaying cybercity and the murky environments of its seedy underbelly.  Roam surroundings high and low, defend against unforeseen threats and solve the mysteries of this unwelcoming place inhabited by nothing but unassuming droids and dangerous creatures.

“See the world through the eyes of a stray and interact with the environment in playful ways.  Be stealthy, nimble, silly, and sometimes as annoying as possible with the strange inhabitants of this foreign world.”

If you’re interested to see how far this project has come you can see some of the old footage here.

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Platforms: Windows, PS5
Release: 2022

The Gecko Gods

“Explore a mysterious island as a tiny lizard. Complete ancient puzzles, effortlessly climb cliffs and eat bugs as you make your way across an island civilization lost to time.

“Climb anything, solve ancient contraptions and clamber through the crumbling ruins of a collapsed society – all as a little lizard on a mission to save their friend.”

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Platforms: Windows
Release: 2022

Death’s Door

“Venture beyond the Doors and explore a land full of twisted inhabitants and countless secrets, bringing hope to the weird and wonderful characters you’ll meet along the way. Track down and defeat colossal tyrants with stories and motivations of their own. Experience a somber yet darkly comedic tale, uncovering the truths behind the flow of souls, the role of the Crows and the origin of the Doors.

“Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it’s honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death – where creatures grow far past their expiry and overflow with greed and power.”

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Platforms: Windows, Xbox Series X
Release: July 20, 2021

Bilkins’ Folly

“An exploration-based puzzle game with an emphasis on treasure hunting. Use maps and clues to track down the locations of different buried pirate treasures while trying to uncover the mystery of your family’s disappearance.

“Interact with different characters and choose to help or betray them in your journey. Just be careful as you might end up facing the consequences of your actions. With your trusty dog by your side, can you discover the secret of Bilkins’ Folly?”

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Platforms: Windows
Release: 2023

Voidspeed Outlaw

“A fast-paced retro-futuristic racer set on Mars. Rendered in low def pseudo 3D.

“Mars 21XX. Ever since you were a toddler you’ve always dreamt of being a racer in the system-wide Voidspeed Racing League. You saved your money, pieced together a junk ship, and raced in wasteland all-or-nothing outlaw leagues. You’ve been noticed by the street scene and have built a pretty competent racer, but the races are incredibly illegal and run by the Martian underground. You can take favors to climb the ranks, but all debts must be paid.

“The path to the VRL is steep, full of corruption and death, but it’s all you’ve ever dreamt of. And you don’t accept defeat.”

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Platforms: Windows
Release: 2021