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RetroSpace is an upcoming immersive sim that really looks like one to watch blending the worlds of disco-punk and space horror. In space, no one can hear you groove!

Here you're just a simple janitor, but you've also become the last hope of humanity. Oh dear. A sentient black hole swallowed up your station and now it's filled with weird animal and plant hybrids roaming around and time itself seems all wrong.

Since it's an immersive sim inspired by the classics - this is not all about explosive action. It's your choice. Sneak through the shadows if you want. See the trailer below:

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Key Features
  • Play Your Way – Sneak, hack, create diversions, lure enemies into traps, discover hidden routes, or fight your way through Aurora 5. Every obstacle has multiple solutions.

  • A True Immersive Sim – Manipulate interconnected systems, exploit environmental hazards, turn security against your enemies, and solve problems creatively.

  • Mutamods™ – Unlock powerful mutations that enhance stealth, combat, exploration, and mobility. Beware - every upgrade may come with unexpected side effects.

  • Explore Aurora 5 – Navigate a massive interconnected space station filled with secrets, shortcuts, alternate paths, and hidden areas.

  • Death, Cloning & Consequences – Death is not the end. Clone yourself, recover your lost gear, and deal with the consequences of repeated resurrection.

  • Disco-Punk Space Horror – Experience a unique blend of retro-futurism, cosmic horror, dark humor, and narrative-driven exploration.

  • Reactive Gameplay – Learn enemy behaviours, adapt your strategy, and use the station's systems to gain the upper hand.

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Release Date: 📅 1st October 2026
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Jarmer 19 Aug 2026
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This looks amazing! Wishlisted for sure.

❓What were the main inspirations for the game:
💡 Answer: Half-Life, System Shock 2, Thief 1-2, Void Bastards, Deus Ex, Prey 2017, Bioshock 1-2, Metroid Prime, Dark Souls, Silent Hill, Resident Evil 1-2
Not a fan of those last three, but all the ones up to metroid prime ... YES PLEASE I LOVE IT.

Last edited by Jarmer on 19 Aug 2026 at 1:27 pm UTC
Phlebiac 20 Aug 2026
Space janitor, you say. Roger Wilco, is that you?

Quoting: Jarmer
❓What were the main inspirations for the game
ChatGPT, please give me a list of the most popular games from the last 25 years.
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