Published on: May 20, 2025
Lost In Cult, best known for its innovative work in game-focused publishing, has officially announced its entry into the realm of video game publishing.
Marking a significant expansion of its brand, Lost In Cult will debut with physical releases of two distinctive indie titles: Thank Goodness You’re Here and The Excavation of Hob’s Barrow, both launching on the Nintendo Switch platform.
Physical Editions Aimed at Collectors and Mass Market
In a move designed to broaden accessibility, Lost In Cult is producing both standard mass retail editions and highly sought-after premium collector’s editions for each Nintendo Switch title.
The standard retail versions are geared towards mainstream availability, ensuring that fans and collectors alike can easily add these acclaimed indie games to their physical libraries.
The premium collector’s editions, meanwhile, are being positioned as limited-run, high-end releases featuring gallery-quality presentation.
Each edition is thoughtfully curated with:
- A specially commissioned exclusive slipcase showcasing original artwork
- A variant retail cover unique to the premium pack
- A developer signature card and a set of artistic cards
- A fold-out poster and a comprehensive collector’s checklist
- A custom-designed sticker for collectors
- A prestige booklet overseen by Chris Schilling, former Edge Magazine editor, containing in-depth developer interviews and analytical essays
- All-new, commissioned artwork across the packaging, including the mailer box, which will rotate through three seasonal designs
Preservation-Focused Quality Assurance
A standout aspect of these releases is Lost In Cult’s collaboration with DoesItPlay, an established preservation group in the gaming community.
DoesItPlay is renowned for rigorously testing physical releases for full offline functionality.
Each Lost In Cult premium edition that meets these standards proudly displays the official "DoesItPlay? Approved" badge, ensuring long-term playability and preservation for collectors and fans.
Availability and Pre-Order Details
Both Thank Goodness You’re Here and The Excavation of Hob’s Barrow physical editions for Nintendo Switch are now available for pre-order exclusively through Lost In Cult’s official website.
These editions aim to offer fans not just a game, but a tangible celebration of video game artistry and preservation.
As Nintendo Switch collectors continue their search for meaningful, high-quality physical editions, Lost In Cult's new publishing push represents a noteworthy development in the expanding world of independent gaming.
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