News Summary

Toronto-based Drinkbox Studios, known for their popular games such as Guacamelee! and Nobody Saves the World!, has announced their latest project, Blighted. This new Metroidvania action-RPG marks the studio’s first foray into 3D gaming. Blighted immerses players in a psychedelic western nightmare where they battle to reclaim the memories of their people. The game introduces a novel ‘Blight’ mechanic, which influences gameplay by enhancing character and enemy power through progression. Drinkbox co-founder Graham Smith expressed the studio’s excitement about transitioning to 3D, noting the advantages it offers in creating more spectacular visuals and complex level designs. The game will feature both solo and drop-in/drop-out co-op modes and is set to release in 2026 for PC, with a Steam wishlist available now.