As many of our readers know, I love a good Metroidvania. The genre tends to oscillate between the extremes of the Sci-Fi of Metroid and the more gothic, Victorian vibes of Castlevania, hence the genre name. However, a new contender has entered the ring, this time in the period of World War 2… with a sci-fi flair.

The developer of 2018’s Chasm, Bit Kid, inc., has announced Wolfhound, a Sci-Fi Metroidvania set in the era of World War II. Wolfhound will be released in 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. Here is what the press release says about Wolfhound:

“When Captain Chuck ‘WOLFHOUND’ Rossetti was ordered to infiltrate an uncharted island, eliminate enemy forces, and rescue the crew of a vessel lost in the Bermuda Triangle, he expected a bloody mess. He just didn’t expect a crash landing, and for things to be so grotesque, thanks to the horrific experiments of the mad Nazi scientist, Dr. Steiner.

Explore the mysterious island, scavenging for weapons and ammo from the forces of the clandestine fortress. Fend off strange creatures debuting in the new trailer, like overgrown mutant rats with bladed tails, a massive armored bodyguard, and pulsating globs of formless flesh.

Make Dr. Steiner regret his decision to create powerful experimental weaponry like a railgun by turning it against his own creations. Scale otherwise un-navigable passageways by finding powerful mobility tech like air-dash boots and a jetpack. Capt. Rosetti will need every advantage he can get, as he realizes he’s the only one who can prevent Nazi world domination.”

James Petruzzi, Founder and Lead Developer at Bit Kid, commented on this reveal after the announcement at the MIX Fall Games Showcase, stating: “The team and I have largely gone heads down since our successful reveal in 2024, but we’re glad to finally show off some of the new bizarre foes you’ll square off with. We know our fans have been itching to see more and try it for themselves[.]”

I’m very intrigued by Wolfhound. I hope that the 2026 release is “Early 2026” rather than “Late,” so that I can get my grubby mitts on it sooner rather than later. However, as long as the game releases in the state the developers intend, I’ll be happy no matter how long it takes.

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