
Name: Deer & Boy
Type: Puzzle Platformer
Developper: Lifeline Games
Publisher: Dear Villagers
Release date: Early 2026
Systems: Steam, Epic Game Store, Playstation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series
Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese
In this poetic cinematic platformer, a runaway boy meets a fawn. As their bond grows, so do their abilities and the emotional weight of their journey, where silence speaks louder than words.
In Deer & Boy, you’ll play as a runaway boy who encounters an unexpected companion. Together, they will travel accross various landscapes, from calming woods to freezing mountains. However, their exploration of the unknown may be cut short when they face a threat far greater than what they were running from.
The game’s novelty lies in its absence of dialogue. It can be completed in just a few short sessions and is described as a cinematic platformer. Gameplay elements take a backseat, allowing players to focus on the unfolding story and interpret it in their own way.
This is the first project of a french studio and it’s expected to release at the beginning of 2026.
Key features
- Silent Storytelling: No dialogue. Pure visual and musical emotion
- Evolving Companion: The animal will gradually grow throughout the story and will become an essential and protective companion.
- Play An Animated Film: Cinematic adventure with breathtaking art direction.
- Engaging puzzles: Clever challenges integrated into your journey.
- Cinematic Adventure: Beautiful 3D environments with movie-like presentation
- Family-Friendly: Suitable for all ages with no graphic violence or complex text
- Complete Journey: A complete adventure you can finish in a few play sessions
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