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Chesterfield, UK – September 26, 2025 – International publisher Funbox Media Ltd is proud to announce another partnership with Eastasiasoft Limited to bring the critically acclaimed retro survival horror title Dead of Darkness to physical retail for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Originally developed by Retrofiction Games and published digitally by Eastasiasoft, Dead of Darkness will be available in boxed editions for fans and collectors alike on March 13th, 2026 across Europe and the Americas.
About the game:
Set in 1985 England, Dead of Darkness follows private investigator Miles Windham as he uncovers the sinister secrets of Velvet Island. The game blends top-down pixel art visuals with HD character portraits and a cinematic narrative, featuring two playable protagonists and over 25 fully voiced characters. It has earned a 90% “Very Positive” rating on Steam and has been praised for its atmospheric storytelling and challenging survival gameplay.
The upcoming physical editions, published by Funbox Media Ltd, will offer fans the opportunity to own a tangible version of this haunting adventure. More details, including box art, screens, videos and key art can be accessed via the following links,
Features:
• Experience a dark and grotesque survival horror inspired by genre classics!
• Navigate pixel art environments in retro top-down style.
• Meet a large cast of memorable friends and foes, all fully voiced by a professional cast!
• Discover key items, maps, clues and files to gain access to new and increasingly dangerous facilities.
• Equip various weapons, from pistols and knives to shotguns and more, but watch your ammo!
• Take down monstrous enemy hordes and face off against massive bosses.
• Enjoy meticulously animated sprites and a hauntingly atmospheric original soundtrack!
Reviews:
✦ 9/10 "Dead Of Darkness is a love letter to survival horror games of the past, all be it with 16-bit graphics and better voice acting...If old school survival horror is your thing I highly, highly recommend this game." - Russell Segui - Gamer Social Club
✦ 8/10 "All in all, Dead of Darkness is a great 2D Resident Evil tribute that brings plenty of its own ideas to the table." - Steve C - TheSixthAxis
✦ 7.5/10 "Dead of Darkness is a creepy and challenging survival horror title with an interesting story that makes you want to solve the mystery of what is happening here." - Alana Dunitz – GameGrin
To be kept up to date with future announcements, keep an eye out for tweets from @FunboxMediaLtd.
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About Funbox Media Ltd
Funbox Media Limited, established in 2010 and located in Chesterfield, UK, is a licensed third-party developer, publisher, and distributor for all physical, digital, and mobile gaming platforms. Originally focusing on casual, affordable games, Funbox widened its catalogue by bringing to market established brands such as the hit TV game show The Cube, Super Street, Warhammer 40,000, Waifu Uncovered and the Pretty Girls series, alongside its existing impressive portfolio of titles. Distributing across the globe and with over 60 years of combined experience, Funbox Media Ltd is an established and reliable partner in the video games industry.
For more information about Funbox Media Ltd and their products please visit Funbox Media website
About eastasiasoft
Eastasiasoft Limited is an independent, Hong Kong–based developer and publisher of interactive entertainment specializing in video games and related media. Founded in 2007, eastasiasoft has published a diverse variety of titles in digital and physical format. Eastasiasoft is a licensed PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and Xbox One publisher. Some of eastasiasoft’s recently licensed and published games are Mugen Souls Z, Sword and Fairy: Together Forever, Xuan Yuan Sword 7, Empire of Angels IV, Seven Pirates H, Moero Crystal H, Trigger Witch, Rainbow Skies, Rainbow Moon, and the Söldner-X franchise.
About Retrofiction Games
Retrofiction Games is an independent game development studio, based in Germany, committed to blending the best of old-school gameplay with contemporary narrative techniques, aiming to evoke nostalgia while delivering fresh, immersive experiences.