15th July 2026, Cracow, Poland - Following its official reveal at Summer Game Fest, SAW: Genesis is entering its Closed Alpha phase as the development team prepares to showcase the game at Gamescom. The first playtest will start July 16, giving players an early look at the asymmetrical horror experience set in the iconic SAW universe. This testing phase marks the beginning of an ongoing development program, with future playtests planned ahead of Early Access and continued collaboration with the community.
Developed by Broken Mirror Games and Anshar Studios, in collaboration with Lionsgate and published by Bloober Team, SAW: Genesis is a 3v1 asymmetrical multiplayer horror game in which three Accused are pressure-driven to work together to escape a maze of traps which have been orchestrated by a single Judge. Players face nail-biting tests and impossible moral choices, with survival coming at a steep cost. Set in the grim aftermath of World War I, SAW: Genesis allows players to take part in either side of this unnerving confrontation in intense matches played on procedurally generated maps.
The SAW: Genesis Closed Alpha playtest will feature a structured onboarding process designed to support focused testing, with participation granted through a survey-based selection process that enables a diverse pool of play testers. The rollout began on July 10 with Steam keys and server access distributed in phases following the completion of onboarding. During the playtest, players can form parties of up to three Accused, while matchmaking assembles a complete lobby by pairing each group with a fourth player taking on the role of the Judge.
Feedback gathered during the SAW: Genesis Closed Alpha will help refine multiplayer balance, evaluate technical performance, improve core mechanics, and evolve the game’s meta for a more engaging and replayable experience. As development continues, additional testing phases will grow in scale, size, and accessibility.
For more information about SAW: Genesis, visit: www.sawgenesisgame.com and follow social media links for the latest updates on the game.
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About Bloober Team:
Founded in 2008 and based in Kraków, Bloober Team is a passionate house of horror, creating deep and immersive experiences that linger with players. With over 260 creative professionals, they tell stories that are both terrifying and unforgettable.
Bloober Team’s award-winning lineup includes Layers of Fear, Blair Witch, Observer: System Redux, and The Medium. Their most celebrated project, developed with KONAMI, was the highly anticipated remake of SILENT HILL 2, which earned widespread acclaim, numerous awards, and nominations - including Game of the Year at the Horror Game Awards and Best Game of 2024 by IGN Japan.
The studio’s latest release, Cronos: The New Dawn - its first original survival horror IP - launched on September 5 across multiple platforms and received praise from both players and media, marking an important milestone for Bloober Team.
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About Broken Mirror Games:
Founded in 2024 in Poland, Broken Mirror Games is on a mission to redefine dark storytelling - where every crack in the glass tells a tale, and every reflection hides a nightmare.
As the co-development creative label of Bloober Team, Broken Mirror Games is dedicated to crafting bold, visionary experiences that push the boundaries of interactive storytelling. At Broken Mirror Games, we explore every shade and form of horror across the multiverse, transforming fear into unforgettable adventures.
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About Anshar Studios:
Anshar Studios is one of the largest privately owned and independent game developers in Poland. The studio is a trusted co-development partner for international publishers, with a portfolio spanning multiple genres and platforms. Notable collaborations include Observer: System Redux and Layers of Fears, both developed in partnership with Bloober Team. . Learn more at: ansharstudios.com