Social life? What does that even mean? If you’re doing this sort of thing, you can’t have one for the next couple of months. Obligatory moaning aside, the other day I got an email about something that might interest those of us who followed the release of Strange Horticulture, apparently. Allogloom is a point-and-click mystery with a somewhat similar dark tone and style, and if we’re honest, that’s about it given the horror-ish elements. Well, Galactic Ghosty and publisher Iceberg Interactive have announced the release date for Allogloom. Here is what the press release notes:

“Solo developer Kate (Galactic Ghosty) and publisher Iceberg Interactive just announced that the hand-painted point-and-click mystery adventure Allogloom will launch on Steam on 13 October 2026. Fans of Strange Horticulture (also published by Iceberg Interactive) will sense that familiar feeling of impending doom when exploring Gruesome Grove, where the residents have gone missing, the moths are watching, and the truth is waiting to be found.” So not long to wait, just another two months.

The press release continues, talking more about the story and design: “Across eight chapters, players will explore the meticulously hand-painted streets and hidden corners of Gruesome Grove. They will gather clues, examine the strange relics left behind by the town’s vanished residents, and untangle a mystery that spans six worlds.

Beneath its whimsical exterior, Allogloom balances cozy, character-driven exploration with an undercurrent of dread, as Nora learns just how much of her town’s harrowing history is hidden in plain sight. The puzzles are directly interwoven with the town’s lore and its unusual inhabitants, rewarding curiosity and close attention over trial and error.“

Released last week, the new trailer (linked below) teases the mystery and dark tones of Allogloom. Though if you can’t wait until the 13th of October, there is a generally-favored demo over on Steam right now to give you a bit more of a taste for Allogloom. No word on the price at launch or any word on other platforms, such as Switch 2, yet, though we will try to cover that when we know more.

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