PQube and MindFuel Games have officially announced the upcoming release of Beyond Words, a creative blend of roguelike strategy and word-crafting mechanics, set to debut digitally for Nintendo Switch via the eShop in early 2026.
This highly anticipated project represents the latest collaboration between industry veterans Steve Ellis and Dr.
David Doak, renowned for their pivotal roles in classic titles such as GoldenEye 007, Perfect Dark, and TimeSplitters. Building on the legacies of its developers, Beyond Words promises a fresh, genre-defining experience tailored for both word game aficionados and fans of tactical roguelikes.
Players will be challenged to utilize their vocabulary, creativity, and strategic thinking, constructing potent word combinations to unlock upgrades and navigate an evolving puzzle landscape shaped by their in-game choices. Dr.
David Doak, co-creator at MindFuel Games, emphasized the iterative nature of small-team game development, stating that such an environment fosters experimentation and innovation.
According to Doak, the studio focused on delivering a gameplay experience centered on player agency and meaningful choice.
“Beyond Words is designed to be in a constant state of evolution, responding to the way players interact and offering endless opportunities for clever solutions and surprises,” he explained.
"Our aim has always been to create games we would love to play ourselves." Andy Pearson, Chief Marketing Officer at PQube, shared his excitement about the partnership, highlighting the caliber of experience and creativity that Ellis and Doak bring to the project.
Pearson remarked, "Collaborating with Steve and David has been incredibly rewarding.
The depth and passion evident in Beyond Words is a testament to their dedication.
From my first hands-on experience, I was hooked, and we are eager for players to discover it for themselves." Beyond Words is packed with innovative features that set it apart.
Notable highlights include: - **Customizable Challenge:** Players can manipulate letter scores, duplicate preferred tiles, and even destroy less useful ones.
Strategic use of modifiers, stickers, and enhancements allows for nearly endless board variations, tailored to each unique run. - **Evolving Strategy:** With over 300 unique modifiers and abilities—ranging from supercharged tiles and booster cards to specialized power-ups—the game encourages creative synergies and tactical experimentation, ensuring no two playthroughs are alike. - **Mastery and Replayability:** The game offers over 30 unique boss challenges, shifting board layouts, and escalating objectives.
Players are encouraged to plan ahead and develop sophisticated word combinations to earn top scores, facing increasingly complex tactical puzzles and time-attack modes. - **Accessible yet Deep Gameplay:** Combining intuitive word-tile mechanics with formidable depth, Beyond Words welcomes both casual players and hardcore strategists.
Replayability is a central pillar, with each session offering new surprises, strategies, and opportunities to master the game’s dynamic systems. With a release planned for early 2026, Beyond Words will be available exclusively as a digital download on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide.
As anticipation builds, fans of both word games and roguelike strategy titles will be watching closely for further updates during upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations and other official channels. Stay tuned to PQube and MindFuel Games for more news about Beyond Words as its launch approaches.
This highly anticipated project represents the latest collaboration between industry veterans Steve Ellis and Dr.
David Doak, renowned for their pivotal roles in classic titles such as GoldenEye 007, Perfect Dark, and TimeSplitters. Building on the legacies of its developers, Beyond Words promises a fresh, genre-defining experience tailored for both word game aficionados and fans of tactical roguelikes.
Players will be challenged to utilize their vocabulary, creativity, and strategic thinking, constructing potent word combinations to unlock upgrades and navigate an evolving puzzle landscape shaped by their in-game choices. Dr.
David Doak, co-creator at MindFuel Games, emphasized the iterative nature of small-team game development, stating that such an environment fosters experimentation and innovation.
According to Doak, the studio focused on delivering a gameplay experience centered on player agency and meaningful choice.
“Beyond Words is designed to be in a constant state of evolution, responding to the way players interact and offering endless opportunities for clever solutions and surprises,” he explained.
"Our aim has always been to create games we would love to play ourselves." Andy Pearson, Chief Marketing Officer at PQube, shared his excitement about the partnership, highlighting the caliber of experience and creativity that Ellis and Doak bring to the project.
Pearson remarked, "Collaborating with Steve and David has been incredibly rewarding.
The depth and passion evident in Beyond Words is a testament to their dedication.
From my first hands-on experience, I was hooked, and we are eager for players to discover it for themselves." Beyond Words is packed with innovative features that set it apart.
Notable highlights include: - **Customizable Challenge:** Players can manipulate letter scores, duplicate preferred tiles, and even destroy less useful ones.
Strategic use of modifiers, stickers, and enhancements allows for nearly endless board variations, tailored to each unique run. - **Evolving Strategy:** With over 300 unique modifiers and abilities—ranging from supercharged tiles and booster cards to specialized power-ups—the game encourages creative synergies and tactical experimentation, ensuring no two playthroughs are alike. - **Mastery and Replayability:** The game offers over 30 unique boss challenges, shifting board layouts, and escalating objectives.
Players are encouraged to plan ahead and develop sophisticated word combinations to earn top scores, facing increasingly complex tactical puzzles and time-attack modes. - **Accessible yet Deep Gameplay:** Combining intuitive word-tile mechanics with formidable depth, Beyond Words welcomes both casual players and hardcore strategists.
Replayability is a central pillar, with each session offering new surprises, strategies, and opportunities to master the game’s dynamic systems. With a release planned for early 2026, Beyond Words will be available exclusively as a digital download on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide.
As anticipation builds, fans of both word games and roguelike strategy titles will be watching closely for further updates during upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations and other official channels. Stay tuned to PQube and MindFuel Games for more news about Beyond Words as its launch approaches.
