Publisher Midwest Games and developer Moth Atlas have announced that Tombwater, the upcoming 2D soulslike action RPG from Max Mraz (Ocean’s Heart, Yarntown) and Jake Wagner, will officially launch on November 12, 2025, for Windows PC via Steam. The news was revealed during the Best Indie Games Showcase 2025, accompanied by a moody new release date trailer.
Players can already get a taste of the haunted frontier by downloading the free demo on Steam, with sign-ups for an upcoming playtest also available.
A Frontier Plagued by Madness
Tombwater transports players to a once-thriving Wild West town, now swallowed by decay and eldritch corruption. Shadows stretch from abandoned silver mines, whispers echo through empty saloons, and bloodthirsty monsters roam the dust-choked streets.
You play as a lone gunslinger lured to Tombwater by the mysterious disappearance of Sheriff Elliott Flintwood — a long-lost friend who once fought to save the town. To uncover the truth, you’ll need to cut through hordes of nightmarish foes, endure punishing boss fights, and resist the creeping madness consuming the frontier.
Inspired by Zelda and Souls
Mraz — whose Yarntown served as a pixel-art love letter to Bloodborne — describes Tombwater as a blend of classic Zelda exploration and Soulslike tension. The result is a top-down action RPG that feels both nostalgic and fresh, filled with secrets, labyrinthine mines, and grueling combat encounters.
Players can expect around 20 hours of gameplay, with multiple weapons, spells, and charms at their disposal. A crafting system lets you brew tonics, bombs, and other apothecary concoctions from scavenged materials, adding a layer of resource management to each trek through the cursed town.
Key Features
- 2D Soulslike Design – A top-down pixel-art take on the genre, bringing familiar mechanics to a new perspective.
- Exploration Tools – A map and quest log help track your journey through Tombwater’s interconnected frontier world.
- Apothecary Crafting – Mix tonics, explosives, and useful brews to turn the tide of battle.
- Gruesome Boss Battles – Face off against more than 20 horrific bosses, each threatening to drag you deeper into madness.
Release Date and Demo
Tombwater launches on November 12, 2025, for Windows PC via Steam. Fans eager to explore its haunted streets can jump into the free demo, available now, or sign up for the upcoming playtest to experience even more of the game ahead of release.
