Vancouver, Canada — June 15, 2026 — More than 150,000 players headed into the wild and tried the Steam demo for over the hill, the new off-road exploration game from the developer of art of rally, during its debut weekend following its launch this past Friday.
In the demo, players can travel solo or with up to three friends to explore Emerald Lake, the first area of the game’s Canada region, inspired by the dramatic landscape and diverse wildlife of The Valhallas in British Columbia. On their journeys, players can tackle technical terrain challenges, investigate points of interest such as trail cabins and fire lookout towers, and take photos of the area’s native wildlife.
Check out the new trailer below:
Demo Content
Explore Emerald Lake, the first area of over the hill’s 'Canada' region. Made up of woodlands, lakesides, and steep mountainous terrain, the area offers a quiet alpine ambience alongside a range of routes and off-road challenges.
Vehicles and Equipment
The demo includes three classic offroad vehicles to choose from, each with their own unique characteristics. Before heading out, players can also choose from a section of tools to bring with them, including Repair Kits for vehicle maintenance, Portable Winch Anchors for recovery and positioning, Planks for crossing gaps, and Camping Kits for breaking up longer journeys.
Challenge Trails
Challenge Trails are optional in-world routes marked at trail gates. Once activated, players will be guided off the main paths and into more technical terrain. Some Challenge Trails are short and introductory, while others are longer routes that require more careful driving. Players are encouraged to match a trail’s difficulty with their vehicle choice, available equipment, and driving experience.
Wildlife and Photography
Emerald Lake is home to a wide range of native fauna, including bald eagles, moose, black bears, wolves, and more. Players can use the in-game Camera Mode to document wildlife encounters while exploring the region’s trails and waterways.
over the hill launches on Steam in 2026, with PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch™ 2 versions to follow.
PlayStation®5 and Nintendo Switch™2 players who pre-order and pre-purchase the physical version of over the hill can pick up a Premium Standard Edition or Collector’s Edition of the game, produced in partnership with Serenity Forge.
Handy Links
Website: funselektor.com/overthehill
Steam store page: store.steampowered.com/app/2929250/over_the_hill
Steam Demo page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4703940/over_the_hill_Demo
PlayStation Store: store.playstation.com/concept/10017187
Microsoft Store: microsoft.com/store/productid/9pmdqwhs0dc2
Nintendo eShop: coming soon
Press kit:
funselektor.notion.site/over-the-hill-Press-Kit-de04078ef9eb49f3a7391aa592419808
X: Funselektor, Strelka Games
Instagram: instagram.com/funselektor
YouTube: youtube.com/@Funselektor
About Funselektor
Funselektor was founded in 2014 when Dune Casu developed the prototype of what would later become Funselektor’s debut title at a game jam: Absolute Drift. After the release of his first game in 2015 and with the drive to apply his passion for rally in a new game, Dune immediately began development on a second title, art of rally, while continuing support for Absolute Drift. In 2024, Funselektor delved into the management simulator side of things with Golden Lap, and is now looking to offer an immersive vehicle experience with over the hill, coming to Steam in 2026 and later to PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch™ 2. For more information about Funselektor, visit funselektor.com
About Strelka Games
Strelka Games is a game production company that builds games from scratch and is dedicated to delivering memorable gaming experiences. The team frequently collaborates with other developers, both leading projects from start to finish and adapting to the partnered company's direction. With a group of producers and developers specialized in delivering high quality games and a large network of amazing professionals, Strelka Games offers whatever is necessary for the project at hand! For more information about Strelka Games, visit: strelkagames.com
Press contact
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abe@game-drive.nl
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