In an exciting turn of events, I’m thrilled to share that Mooneye Studios has unveiled “IKUMA: The Frozen Compass,” a captivating narrative adventure game. This tale follows the journey of a resourceful boy and his loyal companion, a dog, as they navigate the harsh Arctic landscape. Mark your calendars for 2026, as this heart-warming masterpiece will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam. I can hardly wait!
Here is an overview of the game, via Mooneye Studios:
About
In “IKUMA: The Frozen Compass,” you embark on a captivating tale of self-discovery, assuming the roles of cabin boy Sam and his loyal sled dog Ellie. Stranded on an uncharted Arctic island in 1864, you must navigate treacherous landscapes, gather sustenance, and solve mysteries while Sam grapples with his past and learns to embrace his true identity.
IKUMA: The Frozen Compass” draws inspiration from the Franklin Expedition of 1845 and traditional Inuit tales. It offers both single-player and cooperative gameplay experiences, should you wish to explore its chilling mysteries alone or with others.
In 1845, the Franklin expedition embarked on a journey to find a Northwest Passage linking Europe and Asia. The vessels they sailed, named Terror and Erebus, were among the most advanced of their time. Despite this, they never returned home. Remnants of the ships and other artifacts were only discovered relatively recently, leaving the circumstances surrounding their disappearance still a mystery today.
The captivating tale of Franklin and his team has caught our interest well before we embarked on the creation of IKUMA: The Frozen Compass, serving as our primary motivation. Within this game, we recount our fictionalized account of the story by having Sam investigate a mystery that unfolds on an island. Initially, the Humboldt expedition vanished, and Sam’s crew was assigned to determine their fate. Unfortunately, they too met with misfortune, stranding Sam and a lone sled dog on the very same island that served as the final stage for the Humboldt team. Now, Sam has an opportunity to retrace the steps of the lost expedition and unveil the ominous secret responsible for their tragic demise.
- An Emotional Narrative – IKUMA: The Frozen Compass is a coming-of-age story in which you explore unfamiliar terrain, forage for food and uncover mysteries. Not only in order to survive, but to make peace with your past and finally become yourself.
- Explore with a Friend – Switch between the two companions at any time, or play side by side with a friend in order to make the best use of the characters’ different skills to achieve your goal.
- Brave the Cold – Use the tools and items you gather on the island to find your way and overcome rough terrain. Climb, fish, gather resources, do what it takes to get yourself and your companion to safety.
- An Ancient Mystery – Explore ancient Inuit legends in order to solve the mystery surrounding a lost expedition. Retrace their steps but beware of what’s lurking within the fog that cloaks their path.
Key Features
- A Spectacular Frozen Environment – Traverse breathtaking Arctic landscapes, from glaciers and caverns to forgotten ships buried in the ice with the few tools you can manage to find.
- A Haunting Mystery – Gather clues and uncover the fate of a cursed expedition left buried beneath the ice.
- Fully Voiced Emotional Narrative – Experience a powerful story of love, loss, and endurance.
- Play Solo or Cooperatively – Share the journey with a friend as you work together to overcome the Arctic’s challenges.
- Survive the Arctic – Manage limited supplies, endure the bitter cold, and rely on your trusted sled dog for guidance.
From the creators of award-winning narrative-driven adventure Lost Ember comes a new, deeply emotional experience.
1. Check out the trailer for the upcoming announcement and a 20-minute making-of video just beneath it. Don’t forget to browse through the initial game screenshots in the gallery.
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2. Below, you’ll find the trailer for the upcoming unveiling and a 20-minute behind-the-scenes video. Make sure to take a look at the first images of the game available in the gallery as well.
Announce Teaser Trailer
Behind the Scenes
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