PRESS RELEASE
05/13/2025
Duluth, May 13, 2025 – Solo indie developer, Gangru, has released a free demo for his debut game “Besmirch”. Now available on Steam!
“Besmirch” is a survival horror farming simulator set in a Gilded Age-esque world. Player takes on the role of a newly employed laborer who must save a dying town from starvation and... perhaps something else.
The “Besmirch Demo” is available right now on Steam and itch.io. Game controls include a classic mouse and keyboard combo as well as an Xbox controller (may require occasional use of a keyboard).
Steam Link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3679490/Besmirch_Demo/
Itch.io Link: https://gangrue.itch.io/besmirch
Gangru is a solo developer who puts the work into every aspect of the project. Starting with the code, ending with art and music – Gangru does it all. GMTK 2022 winner and a frequent participant of other Game Jams (including Ludum Dare) is sure to deliver a uniquely crafted gaming experience.
“Programming is my passion, and I want to share it with the world” says Gangru. “I believe that “Besmirch” will please even the pickiest of gamers. It’s made with heart, not generated”.
The finished game is planned to be released by the end of October 2025 for $7.99 (before the launch discount) on Steam.
The game is currently available only in English, but other language versions will be added by time of the official release. Wishlist “Besmirch” now on Steam!
Link to Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3670630/Besmirch/
Watch an official trailer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-hFc8cm4bk&feature=youtu.be
Important Links:
- Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/search/?developer=Gangru%20Games
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Gangru2
- X: https://x.com/Gangru2
- Itch.io: https://gangrue.itch.io/
About GangruGames
As a solo developer Gangru does not have any team behind him. He works by himself on every single project he’s done through his long programming career. He is one of the winners of the GMTK 2022 Game Jam presenting a game called “Pestidie”. He’s worked on a couple other games highlighted in Itch.io profile. Gangru provides a memorable experience for everyone to enjoy.
Media contact
Louis Pearson
Gangruegames@gmail.com
Agnes Pearson
Pearsonprteam@gmail.com