When does Order of the Sinking Star come out?
October 8, 2026, on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. See the release date and platforms page.
Who made it?
Thekla, Inc. developed it, led by director Jonathan Blow of Braid and The Witness. Arc Games publishes it.
How many puzzles are there?
Steam and the trailers say over 1,000. Blow has said more than 1,400. See how long to beat for the full breakdown.
Do I have to solve every puzzle?
No. There are multiple endings and none require solving every puzzle.
Is there combat?
No. The PlayStation Blog hands-on states there is no combat. Enemies such as goblins and fire-shooting beasts act as puzzle rules. See how to play.
Can I undo a mistake?
Yes. A rewind mechanic returns you to an earlier point if you get stuck.
Can I play the worlds in any order?
Yes. The four worlds can be played in any order and revisited at any time. See all four worlds.
Is there a demo?
A free demo ran during Steam Next Fest. See the demo guide.
Is it single-player?
Yes. Steam lists it as single-player.