Press release

Tales of Grimace — A Powerful Indie RPG Made by a 16-Year-Old and Friends Launches on Steam with 20% Off

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Australia — October 8, 2025 — Indie RPG Tales of Grimace is now available on Steam, launching with a 20% discount for a limited time. Developed by a 16-year-old solo developer (turned 17 today) from Australia, with help from a few friends with game dev experience, Tales of Grimace is a story-rich 2D RPG that explores themes of anxiety, belief, identity, and resistance.
Steam page: https://store.steampowered.<wbr />com/app/2223310/Tales_of_<wbr />Grimace/
Official website: https://www.crxentertainment.<wbr />com

A Coming-of-Age Story — Made by One

In Tales of Grimace, players step into the shoes of Yi Ping, a quiet teenager whose life is turned upside down when a mysterious cult called the Maluum attacks his town. As war spreads across the land of Terra, Yi Ping must uncover hidden truths about his past, face deep emotional wounds, and discover where he truly belongs.

Developed over the course of a year, the game was a personal project by [Developer Name], supported by a few friends. Drawing inspiration from classic JRPGs like Chrono Trigger and EarthBound, it combines nostalgic visuals with modern emotional storytelling.

Key Features:

  • Created by a 16-year-old developer in Australia, with support from experienced friends
  • 20% launch discount on Steam
  • Classic 2D pixel art style and turn-based RPG gameplay
  • Emotionally driven story dealing with mental health, belief, and personal identity
  • Lightweight and accessible (only 100 MB download size)
  • Entirely in English (interface, audio, subtitles)
 

Game Information:
Title: Tales of Grimace
Publisher: CRX Entertainment Pte. Ltd.
Platform: PC (Steam)
Release Date: Available Now
Launch Discount: 20% off
Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.<wbr />com/app/2223310/Tales_of_<wbr />Grimace/
Website: https://www.crxentertainment.<wbr />com