Team17 and Sonka are excited to announce a worldwide publishing agreement for Holstin, the innovative and highly anticipated indie psychological survival horror game. Originally revealed by Sonka in early 2023, Holstin has steadily grown in recognition thanks to its unique visual style, custom rendering technology, eerie 1990s Poland setting, and a consistent rollout of concept-proving demos. Now, Team17 and Sonka will join forces to elevate the project further and reach an even broader audience worldwide.

Harley Homewood, General Manager, Team17
“We have been big fans of Holstin for some time, and are delighted to be able to partner with Sonka to help realise their vision and bring the game to market. We are proud to partner with such a talented team that have created a game that embodies unique atmospheric storytelling with innovative gameplay mechanics in a spine-chilling survival horror. We can’t wait to reveal more of the game to new and existing fans in the coming months.”

Rafał Sankowski, CEO at Sonka, Holstin Game Director
“Holstin is a psychological survival horror game set in an eerie, isolated 90’s Polish town consumed by an ominous presence. You’ve come looking for answers, but everyone seems possessed by something foul. Explore the festering town, interrogate locals, and fight ungodly manifestations to get to the truth.”

Wishlist the game on Steam here: Holstin on Steam

Game Features

Explore a Possessed Town
Something is deeply wrong in the town of Jeziorne-Kolonia. A filthy corruption spreads through its streets, buildings, wildlife, and even its people. Everything seems to be decaying from the inside out.

Fight and Survive Against Unfathomable Monstrosities
Scavenge for limited supplies and weapons to defend yourself against horrifying monstrosities hiding in the darkest, most disturbing corners of the town.

Speak to Locals Slowly Losing Their Minds
The townspeople’s sanity is slipping, yet they hold the keys to the answers you seek. Navigate their unsettling delusions and decipher their distorted reality if you hope to uncover the truth.

Playing All Sorts of Tricks on Your Eyes
Holstin uses Sonka’s proprietary 2XD Rendering technology, enabling real-time lighting within detailed hand-drawn pixel art while blending multiple perspectives including isometric 3D, third-person shooting, first-person driving, top-down exploration, and side-scrolling platforming.

Full Voice Acting in Polish and English
Dynamic, chilling performances in both languages bring every character to life with emotional authenticity.

The game draws inspiration from Resident Evil and Silent Hill, with its narrative tone aiming for a darker, more unsettling Twin Peaks-like atmosphere. Holstin is planned for release on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.