Vienna, Austria [March 31st, 2026] Prepare for a cosmic battle of survival. Developed by a passionate solo creator, the dark and charming action rogue-lite Catjinni Survivors is officially launching on Steam and Meta Quest in just three weeks on April 14th on Steam and April 16th on Meta Quest.
Blending addictive bullet-heaven gameplay with deep RPG mechanics and a unique, real-world synchronized Day/Night cycle, Catjinni Survivors invites players to fight alongside mystical feline heroes. The ominous Jinn Ifrit has plunged the world into eternal darkness, turning the feline civilization into stone. It is up to you and your faithful companion Catjinni to harness the strength of the legendary Catjinn Kings and secure victory.
Review Keys Are Available Now! Press members and content creators are invited to test the game ahead of launch. You can request your review key right now via:
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Keymailer: https://www.game.press/g/games/4873394f
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Meta Beta Access: https://www.meta.com/s/5YjVXxZqV
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Direct Email: Contact the developer directly at catsurvivorsvr@gmail.com
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A New Twist on the Survivors Formula
In Catjinni Survivors, strategy is just as important as reflexes. The game features a unique mechanic where the in-game start time matches your real-world time, drastically affecting how your run plays out. When night falls, Ifrit’s ghouls grow stronger, larger, and begin to glow under the cover of darkness.Players must choose their battles wisely, gathering gold, upgrading visible gear, and completing quests to unlock powerful abilities across multiple unique cat hero classes. Key Features at Launch:
- Dynamic Day & Night Cycle: Face thousands of enemies with a twist. The time of day syncs with your real-world clock, completely altering the difficulty and enemy behavior at night.
- Unique Feline Classes: Play as distinct heroes, including Francis (a blind, battle-hardened warrior monk) and Flocki (a famous detective with a fiery temper).
- Deep Customization & RPG Elements: Strengthen your team with visible gear, unlock 60+ unique magical weapons and skills, and master tactical traps to turn the tide of battle.
- Immersive VR Mode: Experience the genre like never before. Dive into the thrilling action in VR with 3D spatial audio, commanding cosmic powers with your own hands.
- Optimized for Handhelds: Fully playable and highly enjoyable on the Steam Deck for quick, intense runs on the go.
- Epic Boss Battles: Step into the Portal of Furlins to explore mystical ancient Egypt, battle challenging enemy types, and face 7 fearsome bosses.
Whether you’re hunting for action, adventure, or tactical depth, Catjinni Survivors offers a rich, handcrafted experience with endless replayability.
For more information, to request an interview, or to claim a review key, please contact: About the developer:
Niel Widy is an independent game developer based in Austria who has been creating games for 15 years. He was a speaker at Devcom in 2022 and GDC in 2023. His last solo-developed title was SolarBlack, an action-rhythm game exclusively for VR. Niel Widy aims to create fun and original games with creativity in design and user experience to create unforgettable experiences.