Giant Squid 🦑 - Sword of the Sea | Out Now!
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🎮 Sword of the Sea, The Pathless, ABZÛ
🌊 SotS on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2453160/Sword_of_the_Sea/
🎮 Sword of the Sea, The Pathless, ABZÛ
🌊 SotS on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2453160/Sword_of_the_Sea/
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From the visionary artist behind #ABZÛ, #ThePathless, and #Journey comes a new adventure:
Sword of the Sea - OUT NOW 🌊
Sword of the Sea - OUT NOW 🌊
The PlayStation Indies promotion is now live on the PlayStation Store - Catch Sword of the Sea 15% off!
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February 11, 2026 at 3:11 PM
The PlayStation Indies promotion is now live on the PlayStation Store - Catch Sword of the Sea 15% off!
store.playstation.com/en-us/concep...
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The #DICEAwards nominees for Outstanding Achievement in Original Music Composition are:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Ghost of Yōtei
Herdling
Mario Kart World
Sword of the Sea
Which soundtrack really blew you away this year?
Join us at the awards live this week: www.interactive.org/awards/29th_...
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Ghost of Yōtei
Herdling
Mario Kart World
Sword of the Sea
Which soundtrack really blew you away this year?
Join us at the awards live this week: www.interactive.org/awards/29th_...
February 11, 2026 at 1:04 AM
The #DICEAwards nominees for Outstanding Achievement in Original Music Composition are:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Ghost of Yōtei
Herdling
Mario Kart World
Sword of the Sea
Which soundtrack really blew you away this year?
Join us at the awards live this week: www.interactive.org/awards/29th_...
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Ghost of Yōtei
Herdling
Mario Kart World
Sword of the Sea
Which soundtrack really blew you away this year?
Join us at the awards live this week: www.interactive.org/awards/29th_...
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In light of recent events, the Sword of the Sea bandcamp page is set to "Pay what you want" very much including free. Just so endlessly grateful to all of who've reached out, tagged etc ♥️
austinwintory.bandcamp.com/album/sword-...
austinwintory.bandcamp.com/album/sword-...
Sword of the Sea, by Austin Wintory
16 track album
austinwintory.bandcamp.com
February 2, 2026 at 9:53 PM
In light of recent events, the Sword of the Sea bandcamp page is set to "Pay what you want" very much including free. Just so endlessly grateful to all of who've reached out, tagged etc ♥️
austinwintory.bandcamp.com/album/sword-...
austinwintory.bandcamp.com/album/sword-...
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Can finally stop yelling "GIVE THAT MAN A GRAMMY" every time someone mentions @awintory.bsky.social. THEY GAVE THAT MAN A GRAMMY.
www.gamedeveloper.com/audio/sword-...
www.gamedeveloper.com/audio/sword-...
Sword of the Sea composer Austin Wintory wins Grammy award
The annual music showcase took place last night in Los Angeles.
www.gamedeveloper.com
February 3, 2026 at 7:17 PM
Can finally stop yelling "GIVE THAT MAN A GRAMMY" every time someone mentions @awintory.bsky.social. THEY GAVE THAT MAN A GRAMMY.
www.gamedeveloper.com/audio/sword-...
www.gamedeveloper.com/audio/sword-...
Sword of the Sea has been nominated for:
🎮 Outstanding Original Adventure Game
🎮 Original Dramatic Score, New IP
at this year's National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers awards!
🎮 Outstanding Original Adventure Game
🎮 Original Dramatic Score, New IP
at this year's National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers awards!
February 4, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Sword of the Sea has been nominated for:
🎮 Outstanding Original Adventure Game
🎮 Original Dramatic Score, New IP
at this year's National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers awards!
🎮 Outstanding Original Adventure Game
🎮 Original Dramatic Score, New IP
at this year's National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers awards!
Massive congratulations to @awintory.bsky.social on taking home the GRAMMY for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media!
Don't forget all of the music in Sword of the Sea can be streamed on all platforms without copyright strikes.
www.grammy.com/artists/aust...
Don't forget all of the music in Sword of the Sea can be streamed on all platforms without copyright strikes.
www.grammy.com/artists/aust...
February 2, 2026 at 2:23 PM
Massive congratulations to @awintory.bsky.social on taking home the GRAMMY for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media!
Don't forget all of the music in Sword of the Sea can be streamed on all platforms without copyright strikes.
www.grammy.com/artists/aust...
Don't forget all of the music in Sword of the Sea can be streamed on all platforms without copyright strikes.
www.grammy.com/artists/aust...
Surf across magnificent waves of sand and glistening waters on an epic quest to restore a lost ocean in Sword of the Sea.
Available on PS5 (free with PlayStation Plus Extra) and PC today!
swordoftheseagame.com
Available on PS5 (free with PlayStation Plus Extra) and PC today!
swordoftheseagame.com
January 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Surf across magnificent waves of sand and glistening waters on an epic quest to restore a lost ocean in Sword of the Sea.
Available on PS5 (free with PlayStation Plus Extra) and PC today!
swordoftheseagame.com
Available on PS5 (free with PlayStation Plus Extra) and PC today!
swordoftheseagame.com
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Huber Hype - Under the Radar GOTYs 2025
youtube.com/watch?v=Yl4W...
Before the big GOTY talks begin, Huber takes the time to highlight some games that didn't get as much love as they deserve.
@michaelphuber.bsky.social @giantsquidstudios.com @mafiagame.2k.com @fellowtraveller.games
youtube.com/watch?v=Yl4W...
Before the big GOTY talks begin, Huber takes the time to highlight some games that didn't get as much love as they deserve.
@michaelphuber.bsky.social @giantsquidstudios.com @mafiagame.2k.com @fellowtraveller.games
Huber Hype - Under the Radar GOTYs 2025
YouTube video by Easy Allies
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January 27, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Huber Hype - Under the Radar GOTYs 2025
youtube.com/watch?v=Yl4W...
Before the big GOTY talks begin, Huber takes the time to highlight some games that didn't get as much love as they deserve.
@michaelphuber.bsky.social @giantsquidstudios.com @mafiagame.2k.com @fellowtraveller.games
youtube.com/watch?v=Yl4W...
Before the big GOTY talks begin, Huber takes the time to highlight some games that didn't get as much love as they deserve.
@michaelphuber.bsky.social @giantsquidstudios.com @mafiagame.2k.com @fellowtraveller.games
This resonates with us 🏄
January 27, 2026 at 6:27 PM
This resonates with us 🏄
Restore a lost ocean in Sword of the Sea (Single-player, PC/PS5)
January 27, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Restore a lost ocean in Sword of the Sea (Single-player, PC/PS5)
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🗡️🌊Get the great game Sword of the Sea from former Journey developers at @giantsquidstudios.com!
We'll DM you a Steam code on Patreon if you support MinnMax at the $5 tier before 1/26. New supporters only, not for upgrading or returning. www.patreon.com/c/minnmax
We'll post if we run out of codes!
We'll DM you a Steam code on Patreon if you support MinnMax at the $5 tier before 1/26. New supporters only, not for upgrading or returning. www.patreon.com/c/minnmax
We'll post if we run out of codes!
January 23, 2026 at 2:13 AM
🗡️🌊Get the great game Sword of the Sea from former Journey developers at @giantsquidstudios.com!
We'll DM you a Steam code on Patreon if you support MinnMax at the $5 tier before 1/26. New supporters only, not for upgrading or returning. www.patreon.com/c/minnmax
We'll post if we run out of codes!
We'll DM you a Steam code on Patreon if you support MinnMax at the $5 tier before 1/26. New supporters only, not for upgrading or returning. www.patreon.com/c/minnmax
We'll post if we run out of codes!
Explore forgotten dunes in Sword of the Sea, available now on PS5 & PC.
January 21, 2026 at 10:42 PM
Explore forgotten dunes in Sword of the Sea, available now on PS5 & PC.
If you liked Sword of the Sea, you’ll love The Pathless.
🎧 Music by Austin Wintory
🏹 Movement-first design
🌲 A world that rewards pure exploration!
#ThePathless #IndieGame
🎧 Music by Austin Wintory
🏹 Movement-first design
🌲 A world that rewards pure exploration!
#ThePathless #IndieGame
January 20, 2026 at 11:24 PM
If you liked Sword of the Sea, you’ll love The Pathless.
🎧 Music by Austin Wintory
🏹 Movement-first design
🌲 A world that rewards pure exploration!
#ThePathless #IndieGame
🎧 Music by Austin Wintory
🏹 Movement-first design
🌲 A world that rewards pure exploration!
#ThePathless #IndieGame
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What a great game. I've had The Pathless for a while now, but just decided to give it a go. I'm so glad I did.
Not quite Journey, but very Journey-esque. A beautiful story, beautiful meaning.
I need more games like this in my life
Not quite Journey, but very Journey-esque. A beautiful story, beautiful meaning.
I need more games like this in my life
January 15, 2026 at 4:12 AM
What a great game. I've had The Pathless for a while now, but just decided to give it a go. I'm so glad I did.
Not quite Journey, but very Journey-esque. A beautiful story, beautiful meaning.
I need more games like this in my life
Not quite Journey, but very Journey-esque. A beautiful story, beautiful meaning.
I need more games like this in my life
Sword of the Sea was named one of 2025's standout games (PlayStation/PC), with critics praising its atmosphere and movement.
January 16, 2026 at 9:05 PM
Sword of the Sea was named one of 2025's standout games (PlayStation/PC), with critics praising its atmosphere and movement.
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Austin Wintory's sublime, GRAMMY-nominated score for Sword of the Sea has surfed onto vinyl! 🌊
📲 Pre-order now: lnk.to/sots-vinyl
@giantsquidstudios.com @awintory.bsky.social @ayoitselaine.bsky.social
📲 Pre-order now: lnk.to/sots-vinyl
@giantsquidstudios.com @awintory.bsky.social @ayoitselaine.bsky.social
January 12, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Austin Wintory's sublime, GRAMMY-nominated score for Sword of the Sea has surfed onto vinyl! 🌊
📲 Pre-order now: lnk.to/sots-vinyl
@giantsquidstudios.com @awintory.bsky.social @ayoitselaine.bsky.social
📲 Pre-order now: lnk.to/sots-vinyl
@giantsquidstudios.com @awintory.bsky.social @ayoitselaine.bsky.social
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Finished @giantsquidstudios.com 's Sword of the Sea. Incredible, incredible work. I'm blown away, I actually liked it more than Journey, a game I very much love. My review: backloggd.com/u/Gandheezy2...
January 16, 2026 at 5:16 AM
Finished @giantsquidstudios.com 's Sword of the Sea. Incredible, incredible work. I'm blown away, I actually liked it more than Journey, a game I very much love. My review: backloggd.com/u/Gandheezy2...
Shout out to julik0vatay on tumblr for printing, crafting, and assembling these awesome scenes with the diver from our first game #ABZU 👏🤿
January 14, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Shout out to julik0vatay on tumblr for printing, crafting, and assembling these awesome scenes with the diver from our first game #ABZU 👏🤿
No snow? No problem! 🏂
Unlock Sword of the Sea's New Game Plus mode to shred endless powder and take your flow, speed, and style to the max #SwordoftheSea
Unlock Sword of the Sea's New Game Plus mode to shred endless powder and take your flow, speed, and style to the max #SwordoftheSea
January 13, 2026 at 8:11 PM
No snow? No problem! 🏂
Unlock Sword of the Sea's New Game Plus mode to shred endless powder and take your flow, speed, and style to the max #SwordoftheSea
Unlock Sword of the Sea's New Game Plus mode to shred endless powder and take your flow, speed, and style to the max #SwordoftheSea
We were honored to see Sword of the Sea featured at #AGDQ2026 last week. Such an incredible cause. Huge congratulations to the event organizers, speedrunners, and community for another amazing year!
January 12, 2026 at 9:58 PM
We were honored to see Sword of the Sea featured at #AGDQ2026 last week. Such an incredible cause. Huge congratulations to the event organizers, speedrunners, and community for another amazing year!
Thank you to the @official-aias.bsky.social for nominating Sword of the Sea for Outstanding Achievement in Original Music Composition at the #DICEAwards!
We're so grateful for all the fan support 🫶
Check out all the incredible nominees here: www.interactive.org/awards/29th_...
We're so grateful for all the fan support 🫶
Check out all the incredible nominees here: www.interactive.org/awards/29th_...
January 12, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Thank you to the @official-aias.bsky.social for nominating Sword of the Sea for Outstanding Achievement in Original Music Composition at the #DICEAwards!
We're so grateful for all the fan support 🫶
Check out all the incredible nominees here: www.interactive.org/awards/29th_...
We're so grateful for all the fan support 🫶
Check out all the incredible nominees here: www.interactive.org/awards/29th_...
Oh right, that’s where we left it!
January 12, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Oh right, that’s where we left it!
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🏆GOTY🏆
This might be my Gpose of the Year.
I actually got to tweak with VFX (even it does not really show XD) and it came out very close to what I had in mind!
This year, I learned lots of new things and tried to experiment thks to all the wolqotd posters and gposers around me!
#gpose #gposers
This might be my Gpose of the Year.
I actually got to tweak with VFX (even it does not really show XD) and it came out very close to what I had in mind!
This year, I learned lots of new things and tried to experiment thks to all the wolqotd posters and gposers around me!
#gpose #gposers
December 20, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Our devs were blown away by the energy at #AGDQ2026:
"Really cool to see the crowd so into it and how much love the community has for the game." 🌊👍
"Really cool to see the crowd so into it and how much love the community has for the game." 🌊👍
The movement, visuals and skips in this game are stunning. And so is the runner's skill. #agdq2026
January 10, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Our devs were blown away by the energy at #AGDQ2026:
"Really cool to see the crowd so into it and how much love the community has for the game." 🌊👍
"Really cool to see the crowd so into it and how much love the community has for the game." 🌊👍
Great to see the Sword of the Sea crew representing at @gamesdonequick.com 2026! #AGDQ2026
January 10, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Great to see the Sword of the Sea crew representing at @gamesdonequick.com 2026! #AGDQ2026