The Game Awards 2025 brought an exciting wave of announcements, but none stood out more than the return of celebrated indie developer Jonathan Blow. Known for his work on Braid and The Witness, Blow and his team at Thekla, Inc. unveiled their ambitious new project, Order of the Sinking Star.
An Ambitious Puzzle Adventure
Order of the Sinking Star is set to launch on PC in 2026, promising to push the boundaries of puzzle gaming. Described by Blow as “the biggest game I’ve worked on,” this narrative puzzle adventure is a massive undertaking, featuring over a thousand intricately designed puzzles that blend various worlds into a unique experience. The game has been crafted with contributions from notable designers such as Alan Hazelden, Sean Barrett, Jonah Ostroff, Zach Polansky, Patrick Traynor, and Marc ten Bosch, among others.
Order of the Sinking Star is set to be the premier and innovative puzzle adventure of this generation. Blow expressed his excitement about the project in a press release, highlighting its complexity and depth. He also noted the collaborative nature of the development process, bringing together ideas from multiple designers to create a vast puzzle landscape.
Future Platforms and Release Plans
While the game is currently announced for PC, there’s promise of future expansions to other platforms. The press release hints at additional platforms and release timings to be revealed later, indicating the game’s potential reach beyond its initial launch. This ambitious project, backed by Arc Games, is expected to redefine puzzle adventures for a new generation.
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