Rustic Panda Games has confirmed that Colossus – Eternal Blight will launch into Steam Early Access on 21st July 2026, following a very healthy Kickstarter campaign and a strong showing during Steam Next Fest.
Published by Level Up Gaming, the indie action RPG has already picked up plenty of community momentum. According to the press release, Colossus – Eternal Blight reached its Kickstarter funding goal in under 24 hours and also received Kickstarter’s Project We Love endorsement. Not a bad start for a world collapsing into nightmare fuel, really.
A pixel art action RPG with plenty of buzz
The new gameplay trailer gives players another look at Eireos, the game’s beautifully designed pixel art world. The press release notes that the setting draws inspiration from classics such as Hyper Light Drifter and Chrono Trigger, which is one way to get RPG fans to sit up very quickly.
Players will step into the story of Lucian, a brother who refuses to give up on someone he loves, even as everything around him falls apart. So yes, expect heartfelt stakes, looming disaster, and probably a fair amount of monster-bothering.
From Indie Quest to Steam Next Fest
Before its Early Access date was confirmed, Colossus – Eternal Blight made its exclusive premiere at Indie Quest 2026. The Kickstarter campaign launched straight after that showcase and quickly hit its target.
The game also landed well during Steam Next Fest, where its playable demo resonated with players around the world. As per the press release, Colossus became one of the most loved action RPGs during the event.
Colossus – Eternal Blight launches into Early Access on Steam on 21st July 2026. Players can wishlist the game now and support the final days of its Kickstarter campaign.