Core Insights - Snail, Inc. has announced a series of cross-industry partnerships aimed at expanding visibility, diversifying audiences, and driving long-term growth for its upcoming indie titles, Above the Snow and Rebel Engine [1][4] Group 1: Above the Snow - Above the Snow is a cozy, story-rich shelter management simulation set in the 1960s Alps, combining survival mechanics with character-driven storytelling and base-building [2] - The game has gained momentum after winning a NYX Award for best city builder and will be showcased at the Poznan Game Arena from October 24-26, 2025 [2] - Collaborations with brands such as Cortazu, Fjordfiesta, and Heywood will be unveiled at the event, integrating real-world lifestyle products into the gameplay [2] Group 2: Rebel Engine - Rebel Engine is a first-person action-adventure game that combines '90s-inspired shooter speed with hack-and-slash mechanics [3] - The game will feature a soundtrack composed by Hakos Baelz, a popular VTuber with over 1.09 million YouTube subscribers, marking her debut in video game soundtrack composition [3] - A demo of Rebel Engine will be available during Steam Next Fest from October 13-20, 2025, with players encouraged to wishlist the game for updates [3] Group 3: Strategic Partnerships - The partnerships reflect Snail Games' strategy of pursuing non-traditional collaborations to enhance intellectual property value and extend brand reach [4] - By integrating lifestyle branding with gaming and leveraging the entertainment power of VTubers, the company aims to capture new global markets and maximize cross-promotional opportunities [4]
Snail Games Indie Branch Wandering Wizard Expands Global Visibility with Cross-Industry Partnerships for Above the Snow and Rebel Engine