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Press release:
LOS ANGELES, APRIL 3, 2025.
The indie games publishers Wandering Wizard, Snail Inc., and indie games developer Genie Interactive Games, are today very happy and proud to announce that their psychological survival horror game “The Cecil: The Journey Begins“, is now available for PC via Steam priced at $19.99 (or regional equivalent).

To kick off the nightmare, players can grab the game now and for the next 7 days, at a special 10% launch discount. This psychological survival horror drags players deep into the dark heart of a once glamorous hotel turned waking nightmare, inspired by the real-life legends surrounding downtown LA’s infamous Cecil Hotel.

Grab the game on Steam, here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2019340/The_Cecil_The_Journey_Begins/

Face Your Fears: The Cecil Reaction Contest
To celebrate The Cecil’s launch, Genie Interactive Games is hosting a reaction contest, inviting players to share their most intense in-game reaction videos for a chance to win an exclusive merch box featuring a hand-signed surprise from the game’s solo developer. To enter, participants must follow @TheCecilOfficial and @WanderingWizardGames on Instagram, post their best reaction as an Instagram Reel—whether it’s shocking, hilarious, or completely over the top—and tag @TheCecilOfficial using the hashtag #TheCecilGame. The 10 most standout reactions will be selected to win the exclusive prize. The challenge runs until April 28 at 11:59 PM PST, with winners announced on April 30 at 12PM PST. Do you have what it takes to capture the ultimate fright?

In The Cecil: The Journey Begins, players step into the shoes of John, a hotel guest on a romantic getaway gone horribly wrong. After waking up in a dark cell, John discovers his wife Sarah has vanished, and there are other, incomprehensible guests here, who are not welcome. He must navigate the hotel’s decaying halls, unraveling twisted puzzles and facing unspeakable terrors to uncover the truth, find Sarah… and maybe, escape.

With nightmarish creatures lurking in every corner and reality slipping through the cracks, The Cecil: The Journey Begins blends psychological horror, fast-paced combat, and atmospheric exploration into a gripping descent no player will forget. Every room holds a secret… but some are better left untouched.

Check in today… just don’t expect to check out.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2019340/The_Cecil_The_Journey_Begins/

The Cecil: The Journey Begins Socials:
XTwitter: https://twitter.com/Genie_IntGames
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@genieinteractivegames
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2019340/The_Cecil_The_Journey_Begins/

About Genie Interactive Games
Founded in 2019, Genie Interactive Games embarked on an ambitious journey to revolutionize the gaming industry. With a strong focus on innovation and creativity, the company began development on its debut title in 2021, which showcased their dedication to delivering unique and immersive gaming experiences. Recognizing the importance of fostering a collaborative and dynamic workspace, Genie Interactive Games soon established its own state-of-the-art creators’ studio. This cutting-edge facility, specifically designed to encapsulate a game-themed environment, provides the ideal atmosphere for developers, artists, and designers to collaborate seamlessly and bring their visionary projects to life. For more information, please head to the official website: https://genieinteractive.com/

Genie Interactive Games Socials:
XTwitter: https://twitter.com/Genie_IntGames
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@genieinteractivegames
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2019340/The_Cecil_The_Journey_Begins/

About Wandering Wizard
Wandering Wizard is passionately committed to championing indie game developers. We provide a platform for fresh voices, revolutionary ideas, and daring experiments within the indie gaming realm. Embracing the inherent risks of indie game development, we partner with creators worldwide to enrich the global gaming community with inclusive, inspiring, and innovative gaming experiences.

Socials:
WanderingWizard: https://www.wanderingwizard.com/games/the-cecil
Discord: https://discord.gg/8tCfF5MSEc
XTwitter: https://twitter.com/officialwwgames
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WanderingWizard
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanderingwizardgames/

About Snail, Inc.
Snail is a leading, global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment for consumers around the world, with a premier portfolio of premium games designed for use on a variety of platforms, including consoles, PCs and mobile devices.