IMASSOL, Cyprus — April 1, 2025* — Today, publisher ESDigital Games and Italian studio Storm in a Teacup announced that the release date of the highly anticipated stealth-action adventure Steel Seed has been pushed back to April 22 on PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, rather than launching on April 10 as previously announced. These extra few weeks will give the talented team behind the game more time to finetune both platform adaptation on consoles and game optimisation.
"Since the game’s announcement, your excitement has been truly inspiring, and we know how much you've been looking forward to a deep dive into a dark sci-fi future on all platforms. That’s why we want to be completely open with you: We encountered some technical hurdles related to platform adaptation when running our platform certification tests. Rather than rushing the console release and risking a potentially substandard console user experience that requires swift patching, we have made the difficult, but necessary decision to delay the launch,” said Ilia Svanidze, Head of Marketing of ESDigital Games.
“Our goal is to ensure that all players, regardless of platform, enjoy a polished and seamless experience. We are committed to delivering the best possible experience for our players. This additional time will allow us to optimise and polish all versions for launch, so they meet the standard we know you deserve."
Note to press: This is not an April Fools’ joke.
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REVIEW KEYS
Steel Seed is a gripping action-adventure game from the visionary team behind the critically acclaimed Close to the Sun set in a dark sci-fi world where humanity stands on the brink of extinction. Join protagonist Zoe and her flying drone companion KOBY as they investigate the depths of a hostile underground facility in search of answers and the key to mankind’s survival.
Key Features
- A Deadly, Post-Cataclysmic World: From towering industrial landscapes to eerie biodomes, the world of Steel Seed is as haunting as it is immersive. Explore a hand-crafted world and narrative that challenge the very definition of humanity.
- A Companion Like No Other: Zoe isn’t alone — her only ally is Koby, a prototype drone that becomes more than just a tool, but a crucial partner, offering guidance and helping to solve puzzles together. Koby is Zoe’s emotional anchor in an otherwise desolate world, creating a formidable duo in the face of any challenge.
- Stealth, Parkour & Dynamic Combat: Adapt your playstyle with a unique blend of stealth-action gameplay.
- Stealth & Strategy – Use shadows, distractions, and the environment to evade or take down enemies.
- Dynamic Combat – Face off against various enemy types and challenging bosses, each with unique abilities.
- Upgradeable Abilities – Customize Zoe’s playstyle with three distinct skill trees featuring 40 different upgrades.
- A Thought-Provoking Sci-Fi Adventure: Steel Seed isn’t just about survival — it’s about exploring the fine line between human and machine, trust and control, resilience and despair. With a story revised and edited by BAFTA-winning writer Martin Korda, the game delivers a deep and compelling narrative experience.
Play the new Steel Seed demo now on Steam and wishlist today! For more information, visit https://esdigital.games, and follow the team on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Discord.
About ESDigital Games
ESDigital Games is a global video game publishing company specializing in premium indie and mid-core games for both PC and consoles. ESDigital Games has published and distributed original titles, including AWAKEN - Astral Blade, Unusual Findings, Cats on Duty, Deck of Ashes, and much more. The publisher's catalog will get even richer in the coming months and years with eagerly awaited games such as Steel Seed, Sky of Tides, Island of Winds, and Memory Lost, as well as future updates of REMEDIUM, Battlejuice Alchemist, and Scholar of the Arcane Arts.
About Storm in a Teacup
About STORM IN A TEACUP: Storm in a Teacup was founded in 2013 by industry veteran Carlo Ivo Alimo Bianchi with the goal of crafting high-quality, immersive gaming experiences. Known for its distinctive art style and skilled international team, STC has released four titles across Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, PC, and PC VR. Now, with Steel Seed, the studio is making its entry into the AA Premium market, pushing the boundaries of stealth-action gameplay and narrative-driven storytelling.