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Be honest. Who thought we didn't announce an exact release date because we were going to delay it from October? Well, Dreadline Express is coming out in just two weeks! The date is 16 October 2026! To mark the occasion, here is the new announcement trailer that we put so much eff
Dreadline Express has been selected for the Out-of-the-Box festival. This event celebrates distinctive games built on unexpected, bold ideas. The kind that might make you say, “I’ve never played anything like this!” To the festival page, here! You'll find lots of amazing games th
We're back from Gamescom, and I'd like to share a few tidbits. But first, I have an important announcement: Dreadline Express will be released this October! Tell your friends, family, and any pets that happen to have a Steam account. But now let's talk about my first Gamescom! Ev
Festivals and events always inspire me to share some behind-the-scenes insights, and Train Fest will be no exception. Today, I’ll share what led me to set the game aboard a train, and what’s great about it. Itch.io page But first, a quick announcement. Dreadline Express now has i
It's here—the demo is out! View game page After more than two years of development, here’s a little preview of what we’ve been cooking! Enjoy the game, soak up the gloomy atmosphere, get to know the fading train passengers, and please give us your feedback. If you could even writ
So many updates! You might have already seen the new trailer that premiered last week at the Horror Game Awards Showcase ! We tried to demonstrate the core gameplay loop, hint at the protagonist's story, and convey the ever-present danger aboard the train. Karel even composed a c
To be real with you, I didn't expect Dreadline Express to be accepted into the Deckbuilder Fest . After all, it's not your typical deckbuilder; these cards are narrative tools – memories that you can physically use. But here we are, the odd game out. To celebrate this opportunity
For the past few years, as a cosmic horror geek, I’ve always looked forward to one particular Steam Festival: the Lovecraft Days . "How cool would it be to participate in the festival?" I kept saying to myself. And now, it's happening! A new exclusive trailer for Dreadline Expres
As the end of the year approaches, I'm starting to get a little sentimental. So I'd like to thank you, the fans of Dreadline Express, recap the past, and outline the future. How can I put this... You are breathtaking! Dreadline is a game that requires a great deal of attention an
Since yesterday, you can watch the whole PirateSoftware stream on YouTube: View game page On this occasion I want to give you a small look behind the scenes. I must admit that I was really nervous as you can probably tell from the Dev interview part. The game is still a work in p
I am happy to inform you that Dreadline Express will be featured in today's #INDIECEMBER game showcase! As one of the 90 lucky games chosen from hundreds of submissions, it will be played by PirateSoftware , who will also conduct a short interview with me. Watch here: View game p
Monday, November 17, is the day we celebrate The Day of Struggle for Freedom and Democracy in the Czech Republic. As in previous years, this year's celebration is accompanied by a week-long festival showcasing Czech and Slovak games on Steam . Visit the event page to see the asto
Until now, you could only try out my game at gaming events in the Czech Republic. However, this week Dreadline Express is venturing beyond the borders for the first time, to Berlin's Games Ground . Tickets are very affordable, so come along, say hello, and meet the passengers of
GDS Prague 2025 is taking place next month, on 5–6 December, and you’ll be able to play Dreadline Express right there at the festival! I'm telling you now because you can get tickets for this international game development festival at a discounted price. 🎟️ Want in? Use the code
As a horror fan, I couldn't miss the opportunity to be part of this year's Steam Scream Fest . In fact, I've prepared something special for it. If all goes well, you'll be able to watch me play the latest version of Dreadline Express at the festival. I literally built it this aft
Dreadline Express has been accepted into the competition, which offers the chance to win a share of the $100,000 prize pool. More importantly, though, it is an opportunity to gain visibility . For indie developers with limited resources, events like this are essential. As part of
Hey! My game won the Best Game award, and I've just realised that I forgot to mention it here! In June, my team and I showcased the game at the Game Access 2025 Conference in Brno. As part of the event, there was an awards ceremony, which we attended to see which of the 80+ exhib
Over 1,000 souls currently await the arrival of the phantasmal train. Not among them? There’s still time to board. The train can always use more human sacrifices. You cannot imagine how proud I am of what grew from my idea, and of all the attention the project attracts. I know it
I'm happy to announce that Dreadline Express is part of the 2025 Debut Festival. After all, it is my debut. Take a look at all of these awesome titles! Debut Festival 2025 - David
Awesome news! I've been invited to give live commentary on Dreadline Express gameplay at Gamer Pie Nights in Brno, Czech Republic. Expect insights about player-centric gamedesign and some juicy behind-the-scenes trivia you won't hear anywhere else. 📅 Mark your calendar: August 2