Owlcat Games, Creators of Pathfinder, Embark on Publishing Journey

Owlcat Games expands its footprint in the gaming industry by taking on a publishing role, supporting fellow developers in bringing their narrative-focused games to market. This strategic move builds upon their success with titles like Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous and Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader.

Owlcat Games Embarks on Publishing Venture

A Focus on Narrative-Driven Gaming

The August 13th announcement on Owlcat Games' website revealed their transition into game publishing. This significant step follows their acquisition of META Publishing in 2021, demonstrating a commitment to enriching the gaming landscape beyond their own development efforts. Owlcat aims to collaborate with studios sharing their passion for compelling narratives, providing crucial resources and support to realize ambitious storytelling visions.

Owlcat's publishing initiative reflects their broader goal of fostering innovation within the gaming community. By offering assistance to other developers, they aim to amplify the impact and reach of narrative-driven games.

New Games Joining the Owlcat Portfolio

Owlcat has already partnered with two promising development teams. Their selection criteria prioritize developers capable of delivering richly immersive and engaging stories, aligning perfectly with Owlcat's own design philosophy.

Emotion Spark Studio (Serbia) is developing Rue Valley, a narrative RPG centered around a protagonist trapped in a time loop within a remote town. The game delves into themes of mental health and self-discovery as the character unravels the mystery surrounding the time loop. Owlcat's partnership will focus on enhancing the narrative and player experience.

Another Angle Games (Poland) is creating Shadow of the Road, an isometric RPG set in an alternate feudal Japan. This game blends samurai culture, honor, and strategic turn-based combat within a world infused with magical yokai and steampunk elements. Owlcat's support will ensure the successful development and release of this unique title.

Both Rue Valley and Shadow of the Road are in early development, with more details expected soon. Owlcat plans to share regular updates as these projects progress, offering glimpses into their captivating worlds and storylines.

Owlcat's expansion into publishing represents a significant step forward, promising a wider variety of compelling narrative-driven games for players worldwide. Their commitment to supporting emerging talent will undoubtedly enrich the gaming industry.