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Press release:
Salzburg, Austria, January 4, 2023.
The Salzburg-based (Austria) indie games developer Forbidden Folds are today very happy and proud to announce that their colorful third-person puzzle adventure “WHALIEN – Unexpected Guests“, is coming to PC via Steam on January 24th, 2023.

Fin, the mechanical whale, is a home and friend to Ernest Hemingwhale. In fact, Ernest is Fin’s sole remaining inhabitant and, as such, is tasked with keeping him safe and running smoothly. When mysterious and dangerous Squiddies begin taking over Fin’s body, it’s up to Ernest to take down the slimy threats.

Ernest must use both his wits and special gloves and pearls – appropriately named Mr. Push and Mrs. Pull – to manipulate objects in the environment, solve puzzles, and send the Squiddies packing. Through unique, vibrant, and colorful environments, you delve deep into the inner workings of Fin, meet lovable characters, and help protect not only Ernest’s home but also his friend.
WHALIEN – Unexpected Guests will be available for PC via Steam from January 24th.

For more information about WHALIEN – Unexpected Guests, please visit: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1270680/WHALIEN/

To download the game’s press kit, including the announcement trailer, please visit:
https://forbiddenfolds.com/press/sheet.php?p=WHALIEN_Unexpected_Guests

About Forbidden Folds
Forbidden Folds is a game development studio based in Salzburg, Austria. Founded in 2021, the studio creates focused interactive experiences, pushing simple ideas to their extreme without overstaying their welcome. Forbidden Folds aims to create games that value your time and are set in engaging and immediately recognizable worlds, staying in your head and heart even after you stop playing.

So far, the studio’s efforts have been awarded the Ubisoft Newcomer Award 2020 and an Epic MegaGrant, both for their debut project, “WHALIEN – Unexpected Guests.” The game was also nominated in the category “Outstanding Gameplay” at the Reboot Develop Blue 2022 Indie Award.