Metroidvania 'Fatal Claw' Launches August 26th

Developer NDEV GAMES publisher Com2us Holdings have announced the metroidvania Fatal Claw will launch into its full 1.0 release on August 26th, 2026 on PC via Steam.

Fatal Claw previously entered early access in November of 2025, and has continued to be expanded on with the inclusion of new areas, enemies, features, and more. The new trailer, as seen below, spotlights intense encounters with powerful enemies, polished skill animations and stages with distinct side-scrolling atmospheres players can expect from the full 1.0 release.

You can learn more about the game below, or head over to the Steam Page to wishlist the game or play its early access version today. 

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Discover a Destroyed Ancient Kingdom, Now Revived by Modern Technology

Fatal Claw’s world is full of mysteries where Ancients and Commoners coexist. Hidden in this vast underground realm are violent infected creatures, sealed passages, stones archiving vital force, and more.

In this dark, desperate world, you will join Kisha—a mysterious cat resurrected by his ancestors. Rescue survivors as you explore the stretch of ancient ruins connected systematically. Overcome perilous terrains, absorb abilities from the infected, and unravel the mysteries and truth behind all incidents.

May light guide you and Kisha until the end of your journey.

Embark on a True Adventure

• Navigate through an intricate network of distinctive zones.
• These nonlinear maps let you explore in unexpected ways, allowing you to build your own narratives.
• Overcome countless obstacles and dangerous infected creatures. At the end of every challenge you face, you will always find something meaningful.
• The ending is your choice. Pursue what you believe is most valuable.
  
  
  

Engage in Action-packed Battles and Play in Style

• Rush, jump, claw, and strike! Unlock and use Kisha’s Mutated Abilities to take down the fearsome infected.
• Absorb magical Engraved Skills as you venture into the underground world, and unleash them at a precise moment to counter your enemies' abilities.
• Discover Cabitz—the mysterious magic stone that allows you to add new abilities or customize existing ones.
• Face off in battles and challenges your way and devise unique strategies.
• Complete the ultimate weapon, Fatal Claw, and uncover the mastermind behind all the chaos.
  
  
  

Meet an Array of Attractive and Colorful Characters

• Meet various survivors who never give up their hopes even in this doomed world. Interact with these resourceful assistants to receive help and advice, and break through barriers.
• Join a league of distinctive, round characters from Fatal Claw, each with a unique story and goal. Accompany them until the end of your journey and build a bright future together.
  
  
  

Explore the Dangerous Underworld of Awe and Wonder

• Enjoy vivid character and background art designs in fascinating 2D hand-drawn style.
• Revel in high-quality animations and stunning effects with a cartoon vibe.
• Unravel mysteries of the underground world that echoes with diverse soundscapes, from arcane voices to bizarre noises.
• A marvelous nexus of ancient and modern civilizations awaits your discovery.
• Various areas and monsters with unique concepts and themes keep you immersed in your journey.
  
  
  
  
  

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