Gone Exploring

The release date for Gone Exploring is July 19, 2026, launching on PC. You control a curious octopus attempting to escape an underwater research facility by navigating through cramped corridors and interacting with strange laboratory equipment. Unlike traditional adventure games, there is no inventory or UI; progress depends entirely on how you manipulate objects using eight independently controlled arms.

The challenge lies in the tactile nature of movement and the physics-based puzzles inherent in being a multi-limbed creature in a human environment. It focuses on a self-contained, cozy experience where curiosity is the primary driver as you poke, prod, and squeeze your way back to the ocean. Anyone looking for a short, experimental mechanical hook should add this to their list.