ESDigital Games and developer Storm in a Teacup have officially announced the release date for Steel Seed, which will be available on April 10, 2025, for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. A new trailer provides a glimpse into the game’s action and stealth-based gameplay, along with parkour elements and its immersive narrative.
Steel Seed is set in a dark sci-fi world where humanity is on the brink of extinction. The protagonist, Zoe, along with her flying drone companion KOBY, ventures deep into a hostile underground facility in search of answers and the key to mankind’s survival. The game features a handcrafted world that blends high-tech industrial landscapes with atmospheric exploration.
The gameplay combines stealth, parkour, and dynamic combat. Using shadows, distractions, and environmental tactics is crucial for avoiding or neutralizing enemies, while fast-paced combat pits Zoe against various enemy types and challenging bosses. Zoe’s abilities can be upgraded through three distinct skill trees, offering a total of 40 different upgrades.
Carlo Ivo Alimo Bianchi, CEO and Creative Director at Storm in a Teacup, emphasized that Steel Seed is a labor of passion, creativity, and dedication from the entire team:“This game is our tribute to all fans of the stealth-action genre who enjoy strategy and challenges. We’ve spent years developing it, and we can’t wait for players to experience it.”