Hit the Road Early: Outbound Demo OUT NOW on Steam. [Press Release]
One of the most anticipated cozy games of the year, Outbound, now has a demo out on Steam. Read more below. Or just go play it….because you now can! - Janette/PossumCoffee
Macclesfield, 17 February 2026Adventure is just around the bend: Silver Lining Interactive and Square Glade Games are proud to announce Outbound, the open-world "cozyvival" exploration game has just launched its first ever playable demo!
With over One Million wishlists Outbound boasts a rapidly growing community, this demo lets players test drive the vibrant camper-van lifestyle, either solo or with friends, and start building their dream home on wheels ahead of the full release in Q2 2026. As a little taster of what's to come, players can also settle in and enjoy a relaxed demo walkthrough, now available on IGN's channels.
A Community Ready to Roll
The reaction from the gaming community has been overwhelmingly positive as anticipation continues to grow. Outbound has hit over 1.1 million wishlists on Steam, a key milestone that underscores the strong demand for its cozy blend of crafting, exploration, and freedom-centered gameplay.
The demo offers both single-player and multiplayer experience, giving players the freedom to experience Outbound solo or co-op, a rare opportunity to get a glimpse of full gameplay ahead of the upcoming launch. Players are encouraged to share feedback, play together, connect with one another, and help shape the final experience. The developers are closely monitoring community input to fine-tune systems, features, and cooperative elements ahead of Outbound's full global launch.
The full version of Outbound remains on track to launch in Q2 2026, with physical editions planned for PC, PS5, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 alongside digital releases on all major platforms (digital including Xbox Series X/S & Epic Games Store as well).
About Square Glade Games
Square Glade Games is an independent game studio based in the Netherlands, founded by developers Tobi and Marc. Known for their debut title Above Snakes, which sold over 60,000 copies in its first six months, the studio combines technical expertise with a passion for immersive, stylised worlds. Their upcoming title, Outbound, became one of Steam's top 50 most-wishlisted games following a successful Kickstarter campaign. Square Glade Games is committed to crafting unique experiences that blend creativity, technology, and community-driven development.
About Silver Lining Interactive
Silver Lining Interactive is a brand new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally
