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Well Dweller Demo Available Now on Steam
Top Hat Studios and developer Kyle Thompson have released a demo for their dark fairy-tale Metroidvania game, Well Dweller, on Steam. The demo features the game's opening sequence and some boss encounters. The full game is scheduled for a 2026 release on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Well Dweller Demo Drops on Steam From Crypt Custodian Creator
A free demo for Kyle Thompson's new dark, bizarre Metroidvania game, Well Dweller, is now available on Steam as part of Top Hat Studios' Spring Showcase. Players control Glimmer, a tiny bird with a matchstick, on a quest to save their family from a wicked queen. The demo offers a substantial preview of the game's opening sequence, environments, and boss encounters, showcasing Thompson's signature blend of whimsical and unsettling themes. Well Dweller is slated for a 2026 release on PC and Nintendo Switch.
IGN Live 2026 Partner Lineup to Include The Legend of Vox Machina and More
IGN Live 2026 has revealed its partner lineup for the June event, featuring titles such as The Legend of Vox Machina Season 4, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, and PowerWash Simulator 2. The convention will also showcase new trailers and demos for games like ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies and Deep Dish Dungeon, with the latter launching day one on Xbox Game Pass. The event will take place from June 6 to June 7 in Los Angeles.
Dark Fairytale MetroidVania Well Dweller Steam Demo Live
A demo for the dark fairytale Metroidvania game Well Dweller is now available on Steam. Developed by Kyle Thompson and Top Hat Studios, the demo features the opening sequence, major environments, and boss encounters. Well Dweller is also planned for release on Nintendo Switch later this year.
Demo For Dark Fairy Tale Metroidvania Well Dweller Now Available On Steam
Top Hat Studios and developer Kyle Thompson have released a demo for their dark fairy tale Metroidvania, Well Dweller, on Steam. The demo features the game's opening sequence and early boss encounters, offering a glimpse into the whimsical yet morbid world. The full game is slated for release in 2026 on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Top Hat Studios Reveals 2D Atmospheric Horror Action Metamorphosis, Demo Available on Steam
Top Hat Studios revealed Metamorphosis, a 2D atmospheric horror action game developed by luxan, during its Spring Showcase. Players control Aria, a nun seeking redemption in a dead world filled with demons and puzzles. A demo featuring significant content is now available on Steam, though controller support is partial.
MotorSlice gets May 2026 release on consoles and PC — MP3s & NPCs
MotorSlice, an action-adventure game featuring parkour and combat, is set to release on May 5 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox. Developed by Regular Studio and Top Hat Studios, Inc., the game casts players as a girl named P who must use her chainsaw and agility to survive a post-apocalyptic world filled with rogue machines. A demo is currently available on Steam.
MOTORSLICE: Chainsaw-Wielding Protagonist Takes On Megastructure May 5
Regular Studio's upcoming indie action-adventure game, MOTORSLICE, will launch on May 5, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Family platforms. The game features a chainsaw-wielding protagonist named 'P' tasked with destroying mechanical entities within a dying megastructure, blending fluid parkour, fast-paced combat, and a melancholic atmosphere.
Kevin Afghani Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Voice actor Kevin Afghani, known for his work as the current voice of Mario and Luigi, will be a Guest of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026. The event will take place at the Roebbelen Center in Roseville, CA, from June 20-21. Afghani has also lent his voice to games like Genshin Impact and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Top Hat Studios Reveals Standout Games Lineup at Spring Showcase 2026
Top Hat Studios showcased a diverse lineup of upcoming indie games during their Spring Showcase 2026. The event featured new trailers, publishing announcements, and demo drops for titles such as the horror action game METAMORPHOSIS, the first-person action-adventure HALLOW BLADE, and the parkour game MOTORSLICE, which is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Family on May 5, 2026. Other revealed games include the aerial roguelike DELIVERY MUST COMPLETE, the 3D adventure Twinkle's Galactic Tour, the horror RPG The Backworld with a new demo, the metroidvania Well Dweller with an upcoming demo, and the survival horror BECROWNED.
Top Hat Studios Presents: Spring Showcase 2026 Highlights Multiple Indie Releases
Top Hat Studios held its Spring Showcase 2026, revealing new trailers, publishing deals, and release dates for several indie titles. The showcase featured games like the horror title METAMORPHOSIS, the dark fantasy action-adventure HALLOW BLADE, and the parkour game MOTORSLICE, which is set for a May 5 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Other announcements included the aerial roguelike DELIVERY MUST COMPLETE, the musical platformer Twinkle’s Galactic Tour, the horror RPG The Backworld, the Metroidvania Well Dweller, and the survival horror BECROWNED.
MotorSlice parkours onto PC, PS5, and Xbox on May 5th
MotorSlice, an anime parkour action-adventure game from Regular Studio and publisher Top Hat Studios, will launch on May 5th, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox. The game features fluid parkour mechanics, fast-paced combat, and a unique visual style, with voice acting by Kira Buckland.
MOTORSLICE Launches May 5 with Parkour Combat and Chainsaw Traversal
Top Hat Studios and Regular Studio announced that their post-apocalyptic action-adventure parkour title MOTORSLICE will launch on May 5, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC. The game features parkour traversal, chainsaw mechanics, and a fully voiced story with Kira Buckland as the voice of the protagonist P.
Horror Action Game 'METAMORPHOSIS' Announced with Demo Plans on PC
Publisher Top Hat Studios and developer luxan have announced the 2D pixel art horror action game METAMORPHOSIS for PC. Players control Aria, a nun seeking absolution, in a game that emphasizes exploration and survival. A demo is planned featuring a portion of the opening area, including multiple weapons, enemy types, bosses, and items.
Top Hat Studios Reveals Indie Lineup at Spring Showcase 2026
Top Hat Studios showcased its upcoming indie game lineup at the Spring Showcase 2026, revealing new titles like Metamorphosis and Hallow Blade, alongside release updates and demos for others. The showcase featured a variety of genres including horror, action, and platforming, highlighting the studio's growing portfolio of distinct indie projects.
Hallow Blade Trailer Showcases First-Person Dark Fantasy Combat and Progression
Publisher Top Hat Studios and developer Xekvera have released a new trailer for their upcoming PC game, Hallow Blade. The first-person dark fantasy adventure features fast-paced swordplay, a sentient weapon that evolves, and character progression through gear and abilities. Players will explore a fallen kingdom, unlock new paths, and restore fast-travel points.
Twinkle’s Galactic Tour Trailer Highlights Music-Based 3D Platforming by Frogun Developer
A new trailer for Twinkle's Galactic Tour, a 3D platformer from developer Molegato and publisher Top Hat Studios, has been released. The game features low-poly visuals inspired by 90s anime and integrates music-based gameplay where enemy patterns and platforms sync to the beat. Players explore hub areas, complete side missions, and craft upgrades, with optional challenges like time trials also available.
Horror RPG 'The Backworld' Reveals New Trailer; PC Demo Now Live
Publisher Top Hat Studios and developer Numor Games have released a new trailer and a PC demo for their horror RPG, The Backworld. The game features player choice in survival, a sanity mechanic, and companion recruitment. The demo covers the opening areas of the fractured multiverse RPG.
Delivery Must Complete Announced as Aerial Roguelike with Arcade Combat
Publisher Top Hat Studios announced Delivery Must Complete, an aerial roguelike with arcade combat from developer Yoyoyollie, coming to PC via Steam. The game features combo-driven flight mechanics, procedural maps, and upgradeable aircraft, tasking players with delivering packages through warzones.
Metroidvania 'Well Dweller' Demo Launches April 23 on PC
Top Hat Studios announced that the metroidvania game Well Dweller, created by Kyle Thompson, will receive a playable demo on PC via Steam on April 23, 2026. Players control Glimmer, a bird on a quest to defeat a queen and rescue their family in a dark fairy-tale world. The gameplay features traditional metroidvania exploration, ability unlocks, combat, puzzles, and collectible trinkets.