Goodnight Universe, the latest adventure game from the BAFTA-award winning developers behind Before Your Eyes, has officially launched on Nintendo Switch 2, marking another milestone for the innovative studio.
Goodnight Universe builds on the developers’ reputation for emotionally immersive narrative experiences and introduces a fresh twist with its inventive use of camera-based, eye-tracking controls.
The game’s Nintendo Switch version is scheduled to arrive on December 18, ensuring that fans of the original Switch hardware can also look forward to playing before the year’s end. Developed by the talented team whose previous work Before Your Eyes garnered both BAFTA and Tribeca awards, Goodnight Universe places players in the role of Isaac, a six-month-old child who discovers he has mysterious psychic abilities.
The core desire at the heart of the narrative is a longing for love and acceptance from family, set against the tension of a secretive technology corporation seeking to exploit Isaac’s powers for their own ends. Goodnight Universe stands out through its innovative implementation of the 'camera as controller' system, available on platforms that support camera functionality.
Inspired by the unique mechanics first introduced in Before Your Eyes, this feature lets players use eye movements and facial expressions to interact directly with the game’s world.
The development team expressed that this expanded camera integration deepens player immersion and reinforces the studio’s commitment to pushing technological boundaries within story-driven adventure games. The game also boasts an impressive voice cast, lending cinematic quality to its production.
Lewis Pullman (known for roles in 'Thunderbolts*' and 'Top Gun: Maverick') leads as Isaac, joined by acclaimed actors Kerri Kenney-Silver (Reno 911, The Four Seasons), Al Madrigal (The Daily Show, Lopez vs.
Lopez), and Tessa Espinola (S.W.A.T, The Big Show Show) as members of Isaac’s family.
The supporting cast features industry veterans Beau Bridges (Matlock, Homeland), Timothy Simons (VEEP, Nobody Wants This), and Sarah Burns (Barry, Unfrosted), further elevating the game's narrative depth. Alongside the release, a brand new launch trailer has been shared, highlighting both the story-driven gameplay and the innovative use of eye-tracking controls.
Goodnight Universe is now available for purchase both digitally on the eShop and at physical retailers for Nintendo Switch 2, broadening its reach to players who appreciate narrative-rich, groundbreaking indie titles.
With continued praise for its technological creativity and emotional storytelling, Goodnight Universe is positioned as a standout release in the 2024 Nintendo Switch lineup. For more Nintendo Switch 2 news, updates on the eShop, and coverage of indie game releases, stay tuned to our ongoing reports.
Goodnight Universe builds on the developers’ reputation for emotionally immersive narrative experiences and introduces a fresh twist with its inventive use of camera-based, eye-tracking controls.
The game’s Nintendo Switch version is scheduled to arrive on December 18, ensuring that fans of the original Switch hardware can also look forward to playing before the year’s end. Developed by the talented team whose previous work Before Your Eyes garnered both BAFTA and Tribeca awards, Goodnight Universe places players in the role of Isaac, a six-month-old child who discovers he has mysterious psychic abilities.
The core desire at the heart of the narrative is a longing for love and acceptance from family, set against the tension of a secretive technology corporation seeking to exploit Isaac’s powers for their own ends. Goodnight Universe stands out through its innovative implementation of the 'camera as controller' system, available on platforms that support camera functionality.
Inspired by the unique mechanics first introduced in Before Your Eyes, this feature lets players use eye movements and facial expressions to interact directly with the game’s world.
The development team expressed that this expanded camera integration deepens player immersion and reinforces the studio’s commitment to pushing technological boundaries within story-driven adventure games. The game also boasts an impressive voice cast, lending cinematic quality to its production.
Lewis Pullman (known for roles in 'Thunderbolts*' and 'Top Gun: Maverick') leads as Isaac, joined by acclaimed actors Kerri Kenney-Silver (Reno 911, The Four Seasons), Al Madrigal (The Daily Show, Lopez vs.
Lopez), and Tessa Espinola (S.W.A.T, The Big Show Show) as members of Isaac’s family.
The supporting cast features industry veterans Beau Bridges (Matlock, Homeland), Timothy Simons (VEEP, Nobody Wants This), and Sarah Burns (Barry, Unfrosted), further elevating the game's narrative depth. Alongside the release, a brand new launch trailer has been shared, highlighting both the story-driven gameplay and the innovative use of eye-tracking controls.
Goodnight Universe is now available for purchase both digitally on the eShop and at physical retailers for Nintendo Switch 2, broadening its reach to players who appreciate narrative-rich, groundbreaking indie titles.
With continued praise for its technological creativity and emotional storytelling, Goodnight Universe is positioned as a standout release in the 2024 Nintendo Switch lineup. For more Nintendo Switch 2 news, updates on the eShop, and coverage of indie game releases, stay tuned to our ongoing reports.
