Credits: Mureena

From the creator of the critically acclaimed Badland series, Bionic Bay is set to release on March 13, 2025. This platforming game introduces innovative mechanics and an immersive design that challenges players to think strategically. The gameplay encourages you to pause, adapt, and turn careful planning into bold actions.

Bionic Bay is a 2D platformer designed for players who enjoy exploration and precise gameplay. Developed by Mureena, a solo developer from Finland, and Psychoflow Studio, an indie team from Taiwan. 

The game is set in an ancient biomechanical world and encourages discovery. You’ll explore detailed environments carefully designed to balance visual appeal with gameplay complexity. The Swap Mechanic is central to the experience, allowing you to exchange your character’s position with other elements in the world. This creates opportunities for strategic thinking and experimentation. The pace is deliberate, rewarding patience and thoughtful problem-solving.

Bionic Bay combines pixel art with realistic lighting to create a vivid yet subtle atmosphere. The environment feels alive, with hidden secrets waiting to be uncovered. Quiet exploration moments highlight the detailed design, offering a unique and immersive experience.

• Unique Swap Mechanic: Allows you to shift gravity or swap places with objects and enemies, opening up new strategies and ways to progress.
• Evolving Challenges: Online events and leaderboards offer players new ways to engage, from competitive speedruns to inventive gameplay sequences. Regular updates ensure there’s always something different to tackle.
• Dynamic Environments: The world responds to the player’s actions. Fluid dynamics, reactive traps, and destructible scenery add layers of unpredictability, making each interaction engaging and varied.
• Designed for Precision: Speedrunners and platforming enthusiasts will appreciate the game’s emphasis on precision and control. Movement flows smoothly, turning success into a matter of skill rather than luck.
• Atmospheric Visuals: Detailed pixel art, paired with realistic effects like shadows and glows, creates environments that are striking yet subdued. This design choice enhances focus on gameplay while immersing players in the game’s world.

Bionic Bay will launch on March 13, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. The game is optimized for both platforms to provide a smooth and enjoyable experience.

To get ready for the release:

• Visit the Bionic Bay link hub.
• Wishlist the game on your preferred platform.

Take these steps now to ensure you're ready when Bionic Bay arrives. Want to learn more about upcoming game releases? Visit our confirmed release 2025 list and stay updated!

Finnish solo developer Juhana Myllys is responsible for art and design. Previous projects as an artist and a designer include indie hits Badland and Badland 2.  

About Psychoflow Studio

A Taiwanese indie game studio was founded by industry newcomers. This two-man company consists of programmers who handle the technical side of Bionic Bay. 

About Kepler Interactive

Kepler Interactive, led by the founders of Kowloon Nights, is a developer and publisher that operates on a co-ownership model. Its studios are given strategic leadership roles while continuing to develop their games independently, with no creative limitations. Kepler’s partner studios are as varied as they are talented, including A44 Games in New Zealand, Alpha Channel and Timberline in North America, Awaceb, Ebb Software, and Sloclap in Europe, and Shapefarm in Asia. Kepler Interactive is headquartered in London.