Lair of the Leviathan: Pixel‑Art RPG Set for PC and PlayStation Release

Deck13 Spotlight announced Lair of the Leviathan at the Drova II event, presenting a pixel‑art, turn‑based RPG that lets players gather a party and explore handcrafted towns and dungeons. Developed by the duo Nostalgic Realms and Whiskeybarrel Studios, the game cites classic titles such as Ultima, Pool of Radiance, and the early Baldur’s Gate series as key influences. A teaser featuring cover art by fantasy artist Matt Stawicki is now online, and Steam and GOG wishlists have opened for the title.

Exploration Focus

Both developers emphasize exploration over a checklist of quest markers, encouraging players to choose their own route, assemble a party, and pursue side quests at their own pace. The game’s design seeks to revive the intangible magic of old‑school RPGs that many feel has faded, drawing directly from the team’s classic RPG influences.

The title is planned for PC and consoles, with a release on PS5 and PS4 expected sometime in 2027. Fans can already preview the teaser and add the game to wishlists on Steam and GOG.