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Press release:
Madrid, Spain. 26 February, 2026. – Meridiem is pleased to announce that the physical 1348 Ex Voto – Limited Edition and 1348 Ex Voto – Golden Edition will launch for PlayStation 5 on 4th June, 2026. Developed by Sedleo and digitally published by Dear Villagers, 1348 Ex Voto is a thrilling 3rd-person cinematic action-adventure game inspired by tales of chivalry.

Meridiem is responsible for the design and creation of these physical editions, each containing special content: the 1348 Ex Voto – Limited Edition will include the PlayStation 5 game, a letter from Aeta and downloadable content, whereas the 1348 Ex Voto – Golden Edition will add a special sleeve, an artbook and a patch.

About 1348 Ex Voto

Journey through a tumultuous Medieval Italy as Aeta, a young knight errant who embarks on a brutal quest to find and save her closest one.

When Bianca, a commoner and close friend of Aeta, prepares to enter a convent, her village is attacked by bandits and Bianca is kidnapped.

Aeta finds only her Ex Voto (a religious symbol) and vows to bring her back.

1348 Ex Voto is a historical fiction inspired by 14th-century Italy, a cradle of political strife and rural exodus.

Bandits, mercenaries, and religious fanatics roam freely while the black plague spreads across the countryside and cities.

Explore magnificent Italy, from the southern Apennines to the iconic Tuscan countryside. Each level allows players to discover believable medieval settings.

Features

A brutal journey: face the harsh reality of medieval Italian through the eyes of a courageous noble whose life is about to change.

Immersive narrative: the narrative focuses on the characters, specifically on Aeta’s personal challenges, with a meaningful and mature plot inspired by the classics of the genre and stories of chivalry.

Combat inspired by Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA): the combat system is designed to create duels that are believable and fun to play. Animated with the help of actors trained in motion capture and HEMA.

1348 Ex Voto will be released in physical format in two editions for PlayStation 5 on 4 June 2026.

For more information, visit www.meridiem-games.com

About Sedleo
Sedleo is a new game studio based in Italy, powered by a passionate international team of 15 industry veterans. At Sedleo, we’re united by a shared mission: crafting deep, meaningful stories set in immersive, believable worlds. By combining our experience with the agility and creative freedom of a small team, we strive to create the games we’d love to play.

About Dear Villagers
Based in the South of France, in sunny Montpellier, we are a boutique publishing label composed of a team of twenty people. Open-minded and versatile, Dear Villagers offers handcrafted marketing and production guidance. Our mission: We tell memorable stories through memorable games.

About Meridiem
We are Meridiem, a video game publisher and distributor in love with its culture, which we protect and pass on in order to preserve it. We do this by fostering talent through investment in independent projects with potential, bringing back classic titles, promising indies and AAA games while continuing to support the physical format.

When we stop working on video games, we celebrate by playing video games. https://meridiem-games.com/ #PLAYTOREMEMBER.