Lost in Cult has launched a physical games publishing label.
The independent book publisher and design studio will focus on producing mass releases and collector’s editions (known as ‘Editions’) of physical titles to maintain game preservation and curations.
Lost in Cult’s publishing label is launching with three titles for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. These include Thank Goodness You’re Here (PS5/Switch), Immortality (PS5), and The Excavation of Hob’s Barrow (Switch).
The entire game is on the disc and/or cartridge, and requires no download code or an internet connection to play.
Retail editions of these games will be available online and in-store, and distributed by developer and publisher PM Studio.
Lost in Cult’s ‘Editions’ will be sold exclusively on Lost in Cult’s website in limited quantities – between 1,000 to 1,500 units per title.
Editions releases include exclusively commissioned outer slipcase artwork, variant retail covers, a poster and collector’s checklist, and a booklet edited by Lost in Cult editorial director Chris Schilling featuring developer interviews and analytical essays.
“We [have] set out to create a new standard for physical games,” said head of publishing Lost In Cult Ryan Brown. “Our editions are designed to preserve not just the game, but the story and artistry behind its creation.
“At the same time, our retail releases ensure no one is locked out of owning great games physically, giving everyone a chance to play their favourites for the decades to come, internet connection willing or not.”
“We’re proud to apply our knowledge and experience in quality-testing, having tested over 2600 titles, with a company that matches our vision on game preservation and also sees video games as art,” said DoesItPlay? owner Clemens Istel.
Lost in Cult has also partnered with preservation group DoesItPlay? – a community that tests physical releases and hardware for offline functionality.
“We work tirelessly to ensure these fantastic experiences remain accessible now and always,” added DoesItPlay? owner Clemens Istel.
“Aligning with Lost in Cult’s mission to provide the best physical games publishing to date is now the next step in our efforts to ensure quality physical releases that stand the test of time and make developers and players equally proud.”