Welsh distributor and publisher, Curveball, is announcing an exciting collaboration with Top Hat Studios and Kyle Thompson to bring the award-winning Metroidvania adventure, Crypt Custodian, to Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 in a physical boxed edition.
A Journey Into the Unknown
Crypt Custodian invites players to explore hauntingly beautiful environments as they guide Pluto the mischievous cat, through the afterlife. Combining innovative puzzle-solving mechanics with a rich narrative and stunning visuals, the game offers a unique experience for those seeking a cosy Metroidvania experience. Fans can look forward to more information in the coming months, including global pre-order information and retail availability.
Andi Han, Studio Deputy Leader and Executive Producer at Top Hat Studios said: “Crypt Custodian is one of the highlights of the whole Metroidvania genre that've been released in the past year, and it also encapsulates the kind of thing we love in games: great ideas, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to fun, made by a developer pursuing what fulfils them artistically. We're pleased to see the game coming to retail in physical form, and that many more players will have the delight of experiencing it."
Ed Gregory, Senior Publishing & Business Development Manager at Curveball Leisure, added: "We’re incredibly excited to be working with Top Hat Studios to bring Crypt Custodian to the physical market. This award-winning Metroidvania has captivated fans with its deep exploration and unique gameplay, and we’re thrilled to make it available in a new, tangible format for players to enjoy. Partnering with Top Hat Studios has been an amazing experience, and we can’t wait for fans to experience the adventure on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in a whole new way."
About Curveball
Founded in 2004, Curveball was established with the prime purpose of improving the availability and accessibility of gaming products in the UK. Since then, it has become one of Europe’s largest video game distributors, and a market-leading wholesaler and retailer of video games and consumer electronics with an established and trusted network of global distribution partners. Curveball’s thriving B2B business is complemented by an award-winning consumer retail site – The Game Collection – renowned for its superb customer service, authentic community engagement, and market-leading promotions since 2005.
Curveball’s publishing arm was formed in 2024, with the aim of finding incredible titles and leveraging the team's passion for games, extensive industry experience and established networks to help bring them to market. Following in the footsteps of two successful collaborations with Wales Interactive on physical releases for both Sker Ritual and Maid of Sker, Curveball have a number of physical and digital games in the pipeline for 2025 and beyond.