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This Dead Winter

Immerse yourself in the role of a Fox in this captivating dark fantasy adventure. Your cub has been spirited away into the heart of a mysterious valley gripped by an enduring winter. Get her back, no matter the cost.

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Kiln Studios
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Immerse yourself in the role of the Fox in this captivating dark fantasy adventure. Deep within an ancient valley cloaked in dense forests, you’ll discover the forgotten remnants of a dead civilization, interspersed by outposts of technologically adept pioneers.

Navigate through encounters with lingering spirits - some benevolent, others unwelcoming. Breathe life into frozen robots and decipher puzzles that lie along your path. Form an unexpected bond with a spirit trapped in an abyss, who will use ruptures in the world’s fabric to hurtle you between locations, evading the threat of death.

Your movements will be swift, your actions kinetic. As you uncover the hidden places and secrets of This Dead Winter, you’ll acquire abilities far beyond running, jumping and swimming. Dash across an otherworldly landscape, take possession of soulless machines, and see the world through a fox’s heightened senses. Every bit of aid will be necessary for your survival as you venture deeper into the valley.

FEATURES

  • Exploration of a beautiful semi open world that features multiple different biomes,
    buildings and weather patterns.
  • Harness the power of the valley by gaining different abilities.
  • Environmental puzzles that have you using ancient structures and sci-fi facilities.
  • Become an agile fox - platform your way into hard to reach areas overcoming many different kinds of obstacles.
  • Find secrets and collectables scattered across the world.
  • A deep mysterious story told through the world and the spirits around you.
  • Cinematic moments and animations.
  • Unlock different cosmetic and gameplay changing looks for your fox.
  • Combat encounters with the creatures of the valley.

ABOUT US


This Dead Winter is developed and self published by Kiln Studios, a small indie studio based in Manchester, England.

Made by:

Director & Developer - Rob Potter

Gameplay/Cinematic Animation - Thomas Greasley
Environment Art - Ben Hand
SFX - Harry Nixon
Business Development & QA - Sam Potter
Music - Nick Roder
Character Art & Cinematic Animation - Mikey Starovoytov
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