On April 22, 2025, New York-based indie publisher Top Hat Studios held a lively livestream showcase with The Media Indie Exchange (The MIX). The 30-minute event revealed over 20 indie games, including a teaser from developer Kyle Thompson, creator of hit metroidvanias Crypt Custodian and Islets, about his upcoming project.
Besides the mentioned teaser, Top Hat Studios Showcase also announced a physical edition of Crypt Custodian for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, launching August 29, 2025. On the other hand, the teaser showed a blood-red moon lighting up a cabin glowing red, followed by a lush, forested metroidvania-style stage with platforms, hinting at Thompson’s signature genre. It closed with a red-clawed hand wearing gold jewelry reaching upward, suggesting a darker, mysterious story. No title or gameplay details were shared, but Top Hat Studios said the game will be fully revealed this summer.
The summer reveal of Kyle Thompson’s new game will show if it builds on his metroidvania style or takes a new direction. The teaser’s forested setting suggests a familiar setup, but darker imagery hints at a moodier tone, possibly mixing Crypt Custodian’s cute vibe with something eerie. Fans can expect sharp platforming, detailed level design, and atmospheric music, based on Thompson’s track record.
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