Moons of Madness

Rock Pocket Games · Funcom

Released: Oct 22, 2019
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Last updated: 14 Sep 2026, 08:22 GMT

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24 Jan 2025Developer post
Somber Echoes Now Available on Steam
The wait is over! From the creators of Moons of Madness, Somber Echoes , the atmospheric Metroidvania that merges ancient Greek myth with deep-space horror, is now available on Steam. Players can finally embark aboard the Atromitos, a vast Greco-Roman spacecraft infested with cre
The wait is over! From the creators of Moons of Madness, Somber Echoes, the atmospheric Metroidvania that merges ancient Greek myth with deep-space horror, is now available on Steam. Players can finally embark aboard the Atromitos, a vast Greco-Roman spacecraft infested with creatures from a dark and mysterious realm.
To celebrate the launch, we are bringing you a bundle with Moons of Madness & Somber Echoes. If you already own either game, or plan on buying both together, you'll get a 10% discount!
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/49470/Cosmic_Tragedies_Bundle/
Experience the Universe on the Brink of Collapse
Take control of Adrestia, the lone warrior resurrected to stop her twin sister, Harmonia, from unraveling the fabric of the universe. As you delve into the labyrinthine halls of the Atromitos, uncover lost lore, master fluid combat mechanics, and conquer sectors teeming with nightmarish foes. Each step forward unveils new secrets, challenges, and cosmic powers that redefine the journey.
What Awaits You in Somber Echoes?

Greco-Roman Sci-Fi World: A unique mix of mythological themes and futuristic design.
Classic Metroidvania Gameplay: Unlock abilities, retrace paths, and uncover hidden areas.
Dynamic Combat: Engage in skillful battles, parrying, and striking against formidable adversaries.
Immersive Biomes: Explore distinct areas aboard the Atromitos, from decaying coliseums to eerie laboratories.
A New Benchmark for Indie Metroidvanias
Developed in collaboration between Rock Pocket Games (Norway) and Lav Games (Serbia), and published by Finland’s Bonus Stage Publishing, Somber Echoes represents a bold step forward for indie gaming. Its intricate design, gripping story, and fusion of mythology with science fiction set it apart in the genre.
Join the Journey Today
Somber Echoes is ready to challenge your skills, immerse you in its captivating world, and leave you yearning for more.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1299290/Somber_Echoes/
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09 Jan 2025Developer post
New game from the creators of Moons of Madness
From the creators of Moons of Madness comes Somber Echoes—A Dark-Fantasy Metroidvania Steeped in Ancient Greek Myth—and Set in Deep Space. Brace yourself for the looming cosmic threat aboard the once-glorious Greco-Roman spacecraft Atromitos. Now infested with horrifying creature
From the creators of Moons of Madness comes Somber Echoes—A Dark-Fantasy Metroidvania Steeped in Ancient Greek Myth—and Set in Deep Space.
Brace yourself for the looming cosmic threat aboard the once-glorious Greco-Roman spacecraft Atromitos. Now infested with horrifying creatures from an unknown realm, the ship sets the stage for Somber Echoes, a dark-fantasy Metroidvania releasing on January 21. To mark the occasion, Somber Echoes has unveiled a brand-new teaser trailer, spotlighting the game’s moody sci-fi atmosphere and mythological undertones.
Watch trailer:
Watch on YouTube
A Universe at Risk
In the wake of a devastating cataclysm, a mysterious power revives Adrestia—the only one capable of stopping her twin sister, Harmonia, from tearing the universe apart. As Adrestia, you must master swift acrobatic combat, uncover forgotten lore, and navigate labyrinthine districts that each present unique challenges, from decaying coliseums to eerie research labs.
Key Highlights

Greco-Roman Sci-Fi Setting: Experience an evocative blend of ancient mythology and futuristic design.
Metroidvania Exploration: Unlock new skills to revisit old paths, discovering hidden areas and unraveling secrets that shape your destiny.
Intense Combat: Hone your parries and strikes to cut down monstrous foes and harness cosmic powers.
Distinct Biomes: Every sector of the Atromitos offers its own visual flair and nightmarish adversaries.
Announcement Teaser Trailer
Get a taste of the dread and determination driving Somber Echoes—check out the official teaser trailer for a glimpse of its brooding environments and visceral gameplay:
Watch the Teaser Trailer Here
And make sure to wishlist the game on Steam:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1299290/Somber_Echoes/
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01 Apr 2024Developer post
The Funcom Publisher Sale is Here!
New worlds are at your fingertips. We are excited to launch our Publisher Sale, where you can discover the full Funcom games catalogue at up to 70% off! Explore The Full Library And for those of you who want to get further immersed, a wide range of DLC and expansions are also dis
17 Dec 2020Developer post
Happy Holidays!
2020 certainly felt like someone called upon an elder god, didn't it? Chaotic and unpredictable. Maybe 2021 is the year we can all escape to Mars. No, wait... Either way, we found a quiet moment in between the madness to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season. Don't summon anything
17 Apr 2020Developer post
Cyrano Story: Now Available
LISTEN! Listen to the voices as they whisper! What is your fear? A support ship inbound to a Mars research base, the Cyrano's crew expected a routine operation. Well, as routine a mission to a secret facility built by the shadowy Orochi corporation could be. Suddenly, a ship malf
24 Mar 2020Developer post
Moons of Madness now on PC, PS4, and Xbox!
Moons of Madness is now out on PC, PS4, and Xbox One! What was a seemingly routine day on a secret Mars base is about to spiral out into a living nightmare… Will you overcome the darkness? Or will you succumb to madness? Get it today! Mgah'ehye fhtagn uh'enythh nafl'fhtagn!
24 Feb 2020Developer post
Weeklong Funcom Steam Sale!
Happy Monday, all! We're starting this week off right with a week long sale for all Funcom games! From NOW until next Monday, March 2nd, you have the opportunity to check out our other marvelous games such as the cosmic horror Moons of Madness, or roam the Exiled Lands on your mi
26 Nov 2019Developer post
Vote for Moons of Madness in the Steam Awards
Nominations for the Steam Awards have opened up! You can vote for any game sold on Steam and we would love it if you would consider giving Moons of Madness a nomination in the "Outstanding Story-Rich Game" category. Or any other category you think fits. Just click the circle in t
13 Nov 2019Developer post
Moons of Madness Update 1.02 Patch Notes
Moons of Madness has been updated to version 1.02. Here's what's changed or fixed: Minor fixes and improvements to collision and geometry Minor fixes and improvements to various visual issues Minor fixes for voice lines triggering incorrectly Fixed taking phantom filth damage whe
Moons of Madness has been updated to version 1.02. Here's what's changed or fixed:

Minor fixes and improvements to collision and geometry
Minor fixes and improvements to various visual issues
Minor fixes for voice lines triggering incorrectly
Fixed taking phantom filth damage when walking through a door in Cave of Madness
Weather conditions made more consistent throughout Trailblazer Alpha
Cleaned up some issues with the Stalker
Fixed a typo in someone’s scribbled notes. Because when your mind is being consumed by the void, you’d better be able to write everything clearly.
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31 Oct 2019Developer post
Moons of Madness: Behind the Scenes
Curious about the minds behind Moons of Madness? Check out exclusive behind the scenes footage from Unreal Engine where we show and tell some of the development process through UE4 and what it means to make a horror game. Article can be found here . And video here: Happy Hallowee
30 Oct 2019Developer post
Moons of Madness Update: October 30, 2019
Hotfix Notes Players may no longer access the inventory while being on moving platforms Wayward parts of the base should no longer appear when unsolicited
Hotfix Notes

Players may no longer access the inventory while being on moving platforms
Wayward parts of the base should no longer appear when unsolicited
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29 Oct 2019Developer post
Moons of Madness is 20% off in Steam's Halloween Sale
Steam's Halloween Sale has officially begun and Moons of Madness' 20% launch discount continues during the sale! Moons of Madness is a Lovecraft inspired horror game set on Mars, with ties to the greater Secret World Legends universe. As engineer Shane Newehart stationed at the I
25 Oct 2019Developer post
Everyone's talking about Moons of Madness!
Come, blow out the candles, Shane... Watch fans and streamers have a blast with one of the scares in Moons of Madness: (viewer discretion is advised) What are the critics saying about Moons of Madness? GamesHedge.com "Moons of Madness combines two of the best settings for any hor
24 Oct 2019Developer post
Moons of Madness Update: October 24, 2019
Patch Notes Reduced volume of intro videos Fixed missing text characters in Polish localization Fixed various locations where player’s movement becomes stuck Fixed various instances where player is stuck interacting with an object Objective Markers now only show up if ‘Markers’ o
Patch Notes

Reduced volume of intro videos
Fixed missing text characters in Polish localization
Fixed various locations where player’s movement becomes stuck
Fixed various instances where player is stuck interacting with an object
Objective Markers now only show up if ‘Markers’ or ‘Markers and Paths’ is selected (from Settings -> Waypoints)
Shane now correctly remembers if he’s found his first Water Reclaimer part. Memory is a construct, after all.
Numbing agent no longer causes adverse effects on administering user
Greenhouse doors now correctly show their status after loading from a checkpoint
Added checkpoint to start of Power of the Sun
Fixed checkpoint in Chapter 3 (no spoilers!)
Fixed/enhanced various small graphical details
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22 Oct 2019Developer post
Moons of Madness Now Available
Are you prepared? Let your spine tingle with trepidation. Your dreams occluded by visions of living black oil. Your thoughts are not your own; the voices whisper and vibrate behind your eyes... Madness rises TODAY! The cosmic horror game that combines scientific exploration of Ma
18 Oct 2019Developer post
Escape the Thing in the Mist in this brand new Gameplay Video
Halloween is going to be all about Lovecraftian horror on Mars this year. We're drawing closer and closer to the release of Moons of Madness! Take a look at the brand-new gameplay video with a sneak peek of what you can expect when you encounter a creature only known as the Thing
15 Oct 2019Developer post
Solve the Moons of Madness ARG and win a trip to NASA
LISTEN! Listen to the voices as they whisper! What is your fear? Discover the fate of the spaceship Cyrano in the Moons of Madness Alternate Reality Game (ARG) and delve into the nature of fear itself on Cyranostory.com . Funcom has teamed up with ARG experts Alice & Smith to
13 Oct 2019Rock, Paper, Shotgun
Moons Of Madness introduces Martian ghosts later this month
Everyone s obsessed with the moon being haunted, but what about Mars? Those spectres will finally get their say in Moons Of Madness , which despite its name features a mysterious signal beamed from the red planet. And lots and lots of spooky creatures, as you can see from the tra
10 Oct 2019Developer post
Moons of Madness Launches on Steam October 22nd
LISTEN! Listen to the voices: The moons must never wake! Moons of Madness launches October 22nd! Take a peek at the all-new launch date announcement trailer below: Moons of Madness is a first-person, story-driven cosmic horror game where the scientific exploration of Mars meets t
15 Aug 2019Developer post
Moons of Madness is coming to Gamescom! Are you?
This year we're bringing Moons of Madness to the Gamescom show floor, alongside the Conan the Barbarian roguelite Conan Chop Chop. Test your sanity and your face your existential fears in the Indie Arena Booth in Hall 10.2 as Moons of Madness will be playable by the public for th

Moons of Madness

Updates & announcements

Somber Echoes Now Available on Steam

New game from the creators of Moons of Madness

A Universe at Risk

Key Highlights

Announcement Teaser Trailer

The Funcom Publisher Sale is Here!

Happy Holidays!

Cyrano Story: Now Available

LISTEN! Listen to the voices as they whisper! What is your fear?

Moons of Madness now on PC, PS4, and Xbox!

Weeklong Funcom Steam Sale!

Vote for Moons of Madness in the Steam Awards

Moons of Madness Update 1.02 Patch Notes

Moons of Madness: Behind the Scenes

Moons of Madness Update: October 30, 2019

Hotfix Notes

Moons of Madness is 20% off in Steam's Halloween Sale

Everyone's talking about Moons of Madness!

GamesHedge.com

GameSpew.com

PCInvasion.com

Moons of Madness Update: October 24, 2019

Patch Notes

Moons of Madness Now Available

Escape the Thing in the Mist in this brand new Gameplay Video

Minimum system requirements:

Recommended system requirements:

Solve the Moons of Madness ARG and win a trip to NASA

Go to Cyranostory.com to play the ARG.

Moons Of Madness introduces Martian ghosts later this month

Moons of Madness Launches on Steam October 22nd

Moons of Madness is coming to Gamescom! Are you?