Press release

stillalive studios Announces Kindred Vale, a Cozy Life Sim Set in the Mystical Austrian Alps

Discover magic in the mountains, befriend folklore spirits and harness their powers to restore harmony to a beautiful world

Kickstarter pre-registration available now!

INNSBRUCK, Austria – June 27, 2024 – Today indie developer stillalive studios is excited to announce Kindred Vale, an enchanting life simulator set in the mystical heart of the Austrian Alps. Befriend the spirits of the wilds and use their powers to help humans and spirits alike thrive once again. Fly, forage, farm and craft as you discover the heartfelt relationships and colorful stories of a breathtaking world of magic and mystery.

Kindred Vale’s Kickstarter campaign will launch this September and is available for pre-registration now. Get your first glimpse of the game’s heartwarming setting and characters with today’s new trailer.

High up in the Austrian Alps, a mystical world filled with spirits and creatures based on Austrian folklore awaits you. Embark on a serene journey to bring harmony to the worlds of humans and spirits, transforming Kindred Vale into a haven of peace and beauty. Along the way, you’ll explore a vibrant land brimming with stories and characters that deepen your experience.

Key Features:

  • Your New Home in the Alps: Live your best life in a cozy community bursting with fun activities. Forage, fish, and cook, craft furniture to decorate your home, give gifts to your neighbors, find historical artifacts to store in the town’s museum, and more!
  • Befriend Humans & Spirits: Meet a diverse cast of lovable characters with their own distinct stories and personalities — and maybe even find your own special someone!
  • Unleash a World of Magic: Discover a strange and wonderful collection of creatures inspired by the legends of the Austrian Alps, including the Wolpertinger, Perchten, Tatzelwürmer, and many more. Each spirit offers unique magical gifts to take your adventure from the tallest peaks to the farthest reaches of the lakes and forests.
  • Uncover the Vale’s Secrets: Explore the once-harmonious world of Kindred Vale and unearth its past to mend the rift between humans and spirits. Dive into an immersive story filled with magic and mystery in a breathtaking alpine land that will feel like home.

Players can pre-register now to be notified when Kindred Vale’s upcoming Kickstarter campaign goes live this September at https://kickstart.kindredvalegame.com. The game is also available to wishlist on Steam.

About stillalive studios

Founded in 2010 in Innsbruck, stillalive studios has steadily grown to become one of Austria's largest game developers. Known for original IPs such as Drone Swarm and Rescue HQ, as well as contributing to renowned franchises like Bus Simulator, the studio has also made its mark in the cozy game market with the beloved title Garden Life. We are now excited to engage the community with our new project, Kindred Vale.

Our team thrives on embracing both gameplay and technological challenges, utilizing the cutting-edge Unreal Engine to bring our visions to life.

Media Contact

Tyler Gardner
Sandbox Strategies for stillalive studios
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