The Eternal Life of Goldman demo for PC launches in February

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THQ Nordic and Weappy are releasing a playable demo of their hand-drawn platformer, The Eternal Life of Goldman, on PC via Steam in February as part of the Steam Next Fest event. The demo will let you play the first 90 minutes of the game.

Here is an overview of the game, via THQ Nordic:

About

Embark on a stunning platforming journey through a beautifully hand-drawn world, reminiscent of ancient stories and brought to life with traditional animation. Your quest? To overcome a powerful, enigmatic Deity.

A Tale With Hidden Depths

The Eternal Life of Goldman is a lively, though often unsettling, story that blends elements of folklore, fairy tales, and mythology. It approaches the adventure genre in a unique way, consistently surprising readers with unexpected twists and turns.

You’ve come to the Archipelago with a peculiar task: to eliminate the Deity, a legendary being spoken of by all, yet witnessed by none. Your search for this creature will lead you to uncover the islands’ hidden secrets, revealing a land scarred by sorrow, populated by unusual people, and full of striking differences.

Improve your cane with new upgrades to gain special abilities, letting you discover secret areas of the Archipelago and battle amazing creatures.

Hand Crafted to the Smallest Detail

Years of passion for cartoons, comics, and games went into creating The Eternal Life of Goldman. We set out to make a stunning 2D game, and chose a challenging, traditional approach: everything is hand-drawn, colored, and animated frame-by-frame. We didn’t compromise on quality, and the detail shows. In The Eternal Life of Goldman, you’ll find that every room, landscape, object, character, and visual effect is unique and meticulously crafted.

Do you remember the excitement of playing your first 16-bit platform game as a kid? We’re aiming to recapture that feeling – whether you’re reliving a cherished memory or discovering it for the very first time.

Tapping the Best of the Genre

Unlike many games that simply follow familiar patterns, The Eternal Life of Goldman offers a fresh take on the side-scrolling genre. It expertly incorporates all the best elements from classic and modern side-scrollers, while smartly removing the frustrating and unnecessary parts that often slow things down.

This platformer is tough and requires careful timing, but it’s not about memorization. Instead of perfectly repeating actions, you’ll need to be quick-thinking and creative to succeed.

I’m really enjoying this game because it feels great to explore – every corner seems to hold something new! What’s cool is that even when I get new abilities or items, I don’t have to go back and retrace my steps. Seriously, I can’t just wander around in The Eternal Life of Goldman without stumbling into something interesting. It’s a really good feeling!

Ultimately, this game features detailed environments, well-developed characters, and a rich, intricate story. However, it avoids becoming overly dramatic or pretentious. Instead, everything comes together to deliver an incredibly exciting and emotionally powerful experience.

The game The Eternal Life of Goldman is scheduled to be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (through Steam) in 2026.

Watch a new trailer below.

Demo Announce Trailer

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2026-01-09 03:02