April 2026 - Porto, Portugal / Ground Control Studios is proud to announce that ZHED will receive a free update on April 24, 2026, adding 100 exclusive new levels to the Steam and Nintendo Switch™ versions of the game. On the same date, ZHED will also launch for the first time in Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Peru and Argentina.
According to the developer, this free update is both a thank-you to everyone who has supported ZHED over the years and a direct response to long-standing requests from fans for more content. The 100 new levels are being added to the Steam and Nintendo Switch™ versions of ZHED and will not be released for the mobile version.
ZHED is an instant-classic puzzle game. Built on a simple mechanic, it unfolds into increasingly complex puzzles that challenge players far beyond what they might expect. With no timers, no clocks, no stars and no tricks, ZHED focuses on pure puzzles, rewarding concentration, logic and memory.
According to Rui Guedes, producer of the Nintendo Switch™ version of ZHED, the studio is excited to keep expanding the game as long as players want more challenges: “ZHED strikes a great balance between challenge and flexibility. Its difficulty curve scales naturally, giving players time to adjust, and the game never demands long sessions or pressures them with timers. Players can enjoy ZHED at their own pace, whether they are waiting in the lobby of a multiplayer PC game or playing on their Nintendo Switch™ during a daily commute. That freedom is a big part of what makes the puzzles so enjoyable.”
To celebrate the update, ZHED will be available at a 20% discount on both Steam and Nintendo Switch™ from the 9th until April 23, 2026 (inclusive). After the new content goes live on April 24, 2026, the game's price will increase on both platforms to reflect its expanded scope.
“ZHED Steam Release Trailer” featuring fully playable, in-game footage here: https://youtu.be/WQTA9QVLhs0
“ZHED Nintendo Switch™ Release Trailer” featuring fully playable, in-game footage here: https://youtu.be/zVinhNin28Q
Nintendo eShop Link: https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/zhed-switch/
Steam Version: https://store.steampowered.com/app/543040/ZHED__Puzzle_Game/
ZHED is a puzzle game focused on pure problem solving and logic, developed by Ground Control Studios. Featuring a fully original and innovative puzzle mechanic, ZHED lets players focus on solving challenges without timers, stars or other distracting systems. The 100 free new levels will be available on Steam and Nintendo Switch™ on April 24, 2026.
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Rui Guedes
Managing Partner
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About Ground Control Studios: Ground Control is an indie games studio from Porto, Portugal. Founded in 2014, it has been mostly focused on PC game development. Desert Race Adventures, ZHED, Hyper Gods and Return Zero VR mark its first forays into desktop and console releases.
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