Düren, Germany, March 17, 2025 — Publisher Headup and developers Simon Jakobsson and Aurora Punks today announced an agreement under which Headup will publish Vessels of Decay, Jakobsson and Aurora Punks’ upcoming post-apocalyptic action title for PC. The title will be released on PC Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, PS4/PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch this summer.
Vessels of Decay is a post-apocalyptic action-adventure following the story of Freja and Mud. In this retro-inspired tale, you’ll confront creatures of Scandinavian myth and folklore and explore the ruins of the civilization they inhabit. Start exploring the world of Vessels of Decay in the free and open playtest available on Steam right now.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Simon Jakobsson and Aurora Punks to bring Vessels of Decay to players worldwide,” said Dieter Schoeller, CEO at Headup. “This game’s unique blend of Scandinavian folklore, fast-paced action, and eye-catching retro-inspired visuals makes it a truly special experience, and we can’t wait for players to explore its haunting world.”
“I’m incredibly excited to be working with Headup to finally bring this project to completion. After years of hard work, it’s almost unreal seeing it all come together. Knowing that so many people have been following this journey over the years makes this even more special. And to finally be able to share this game with the players and see how they react to the world of Vessels of Decay is truly a dream come true.”
Features of Vessels of Decay include:
- Dynamic Battle System: How you execute combat – and how your enemies perish – is entirely up to you!
- Unique Finishers: Every new enemy is a new opportunity for you to show your flair for combat; stagger your foes to set them up for (literally) killer animations and flourishes.
- Epic Multi-Stage Boss Encounters: The beasts of Scandinavian folklore will not let themselves be put down easily, and you’ll have to use your wits and reflexes to pursue and slay them!
- Explore A Beautiful World of Pixels, Death, and Decay: Vessels of Decay is an entirely handcrafted world, with care and thought poured into each and every scene, story beat, and environment.
- A Scandinavian Take on Classic Action-Adventure: The battered ruins of a once-modern society clash with the renewed growth of nature and the supernatural. Explore a uniquely Scandinavian setting through reflective melancholy, exploration, and fast-paced action.
About Aurora Punks
Aurora Punks is based in Stockholm and consists of a team of experienced game developers with deep expertise in both game development and publishing. They have contributed as co-developers to well-known titles such as Ready or Not, ARK: Survival, Ghost Signal, and Backpack Hero. In addition, they have developed and published their own games, including Block’Em!, Hooja, and Chenso Club.