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Press release:
Galway, Ireland – 24 December – Independent studio Howling Hamster Entertainment today announced Sub-Species, a 2.5D multidirectional shooter set deep beneath Earth’s oceans after a devastating alien outbreak. The announcement is accompanied by a new trailer, offering players their first look at the game’s mysterious deep-sea world inspired by retro arcade classics and deep-sea sci-fi.

In Sub-Species, you take control of a heavily armed submarine capable of rotating 360° to face threats from every direction. Each mission sends you deeper into contaminated zones filled with hostile creatures, collapsed structures and unknown technology left behind.

As you explore, you’ll navigate narrow caverns, defuse unstable reactors and uncover the remains of past expeditions while fighting off waves of aggressive enemies. The mix of combat, navigation puzzles and resource management challenges you to adapt and survive under pressure.

“The deep ocean is the closest thing we have to an alien world on Earth,” said Creative Director Manus Burke.

“We wanted players to feel that tension, the beauty that pulls you in, and the fear that reminds you you’re not supposed to be there.”

Drawing from influences such as Sub-Terrania, Ecco the Dolphin, The Abyss and The Blue Planet, Sub-Species combines retro-inspired precision with a modern, cinematic underwater atmosphere. Every level feels alive, mechanical, alien and unpredictable, as you fight your way through the depths of a collapsing world.

KEY FEATURES

Full 360° Combat: Face alien swarms from every direction with fluid, responsive controls.

Strategic Tools: Use flares, mines and dodge bursts to outsmart and outlast your enemies.

Evolving Missions: Explore wrecks, rescue submarines and uncover hidden secrets in hostile zones.

Handcrafted Environments: From naval ruins to alien caverns, every location brings new challenges.

Two Play Modes: Story-driven single player and competitive local versus mode.

AVAILABILITY
Sub-Species is currently in development for PC via Steam

A Demo will be launched soon for PC via Steam.

Players can wishlist the game today and follow future updates as the mystery of the ocean unfolds.

About Howling Hamster Entertainment
Based in Galway, Ireland, Howling Hamster Entertainment is an independent studio founded by Manus Burke and Trevor Burke. The team focuses on creating distinctive, handcrafted games that blend classic gameplay mechanics with modern storytelling and atmosphere.