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Press release:
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, October 19, 2026 – Snail Bite has unveiled an extended demo trailer for its upcoming machine-powered horror game GRINDWORM during the recent MIX Fall Showcase, offering a deeper look into the game’s unsettling world and a major announcement: GRINDWORM is set to launch in Q4 2026!

Get ready to clock in for a heavy-duty horror experience later this year on PC.

Play the Free Demo on Steam
GRINDWORM is also taking part in Steam Next Fest, running October 19-26, 2026, and its free demo is available now on Steam. Step into the depths, get a taste of the horrors lurking below, and experience the game for yourself.

Play the demo now and wishlist GRINDWORM on Steam to stay up to date on the latest news as launch approaches.

About the game
GRINDWORM is a horror game built around isolation, dread, and the slow erosion of reality. You were late for your shift. Now the tunnels have collapsed, your crew is missing, and your only hope is a worn-out mining machine. Workplace safety rules no longer apply. Just remember: DON’T. STOP. DIGGING.

Key Features
● Psychological Horror Beneath the Surface: Trapped underground, you depend on a worn-down machine to keep you alive.
● Figure It Out: No detailed instructions. No hand-holding. Survival depends on observing the machine’s systems, understanding how everything works and learning from your mistakes.
● Keep It Running: Monitor oxygen, engine temperature and other systems as you navigate the underground. It doesn’t matter whether you are heading in the right direction if you run out of air.
● The Machine Is Your Interface: In-world gauges and onboard systems provide the information you need. No floating objective markers or health bars.
● Procedurally Generated Environment: Handcrafted locations are connected by procedurally generated stretches of unexplored mine, filled with hazards and uncertainty. You never know what the next section will bring.
● A Focused 20-Minute Descent: A compact demo perfect for a tense, uninterrupted session.

Related links:
GRINDWORM Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3717830/
GRINDWORM Trailer Download Link: Google Drive
GRINDWORM Press Kit (Notion): https://app.notion.com/p/snail-bite/GRINDWORM
GRINDWORM Press Kit (Google): Google Drive

Snail Bite on X (Twitter): https://x.com/SnailBiteGames
Snail Bite on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/snailbitegames.bsky.social
GRINDWORM Discord: https://discord.gg/5Q26aqNPDv

About the developer
Snail Bite is a game studio run by a solo developer Pavel Kharev. The studio previously released the turn-based tactics game Dead Season, which was nominated for Best Debut Game at the Dutch Game Awards 2025. Its aim is to create engaging and challenging games that resonate with players around the world.