Lost in Cult is making a bold stand for physical media with their newly launched Editions label, specifically dedicated to celebrating indie games. This UK-based studio, already well-known for its lavish Design Works art books and Lock-On gaming journals, is now stepping into game publishing with a strong focus on preservation, and curation.
Their mission is to create collectible, complete-on-disc physical releases that are built to stand the test of time, all while ensuring they remain accessible for everyone. The label officially kicked off with three critically acclaimed indie titles: Immortality for PS5, The Excavation of Hob’s Barrow for Nintendo Switch, and Thank Goodness You’re Here! for both PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
Each game comes in two formats: there’s a standard retail edition for broad accessibility, distributed by PM Studios, and then a limited-run Editions version, sold exclusively through Lost in Cult’s own website. The standard editions, priced at around £29.99 (about $40 USD), are widely available online and in stores, making sure no one is priced out of owning a physical copy. The more premium Editions, at £59.99 (roughly $75 USD), are aimed at collectors, with only 1,000–3,000 copies per title, and they’re packed with extra goodies.
Each premium release comes in a custom mailer box featuring seasonally rotated artwork, all designed by Lost in Cult’s Art Director, Stephen Maurice Graham. Inside, you’ll find an outer slipcase with original, logo-free artwork, a variant retail case cover, a developer-signed authenticity card, four high-quality art cards, a fold-out poster, a custom sticker, and a substantial 40-page booklet. This booklet is edited by former Edge Magazine writer Chris Schilling and dives deep into each game’s story, impact, and creation through developer interviews and analytical essays.
Looking ahead, Lost in Cult plans monthly Editions releases starting in July 2025, with Switch 2 versions in the works. While Xbox is currently skipped due to logistical challenges, list could include titles like Rollerdrome, and the label isn’t limited to indies – AAA games could get the Editions treatment if they fit the artistic vision.
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