From the team behind indie hit Lost Ember, comes a touching tale of friendship, loss and endurance, 5 years after their debut title released.

Embark on a haunting journey into the cold in this narrative adventure - either alone or with a friend. IKUMA tells the story of Sam, a teenage boy who finds himself stranded in the Arctic with his dog. He must face not only its harsh environment, but also something lurking deeper in the shadows.

1864, an uncharted island in the Arctic. Cabin boy Sam and loyal husky Ellie are stranded in the unforgiving cold. Endure the harsh elements, uncover a bleak mystery and find your way home and to yourself. Play solo as both characters or cooperatively with a friend. Your survival depends on your friendship!

Ikuma: The Frozen Compass is a coming-of-age story in which you explore unfamiliar terrain, forage for food and uncover mysteries. Not only in order to survive, but to make peace with your past and finally become yourself.

Switch between the two companions at any time, or play side by side with a friend in order to make the best use of the characters’ different skills to achieve your goal.

Use the tools and items you gather on the island to find your way and overcome rough terrain. Climb, fish, gather resources, do what it takes to get yourself and your companion to safety.

Explore ancient Inuit legends in order to solve the mystery surrounding a lost expedition. Retrace their steps but beware of what’s lurking within the fog that cloaks their path.

“We’re ridiculously nervous, yet, thrilled, to finally be able to talk about what we’ve been working on in secret for the past 5 years.” CEO and story writer Tobias Graff says, adding “We cannot wait to hear what people think of Ikuma.”

Key Features:

• A spectacular frozen environment: Traverse breathtaking Arctic landscapes, from glaciers and caverns to forgotten ships buried in the ice with the few tools you can manage to find.
• A haunting mystery: Gather clues and uncover the fate of a cursed expedition left buried beneath the ice.
• Fully voiced emotional narrative: Experience a powerful story of love, loss, and endurance.
• Play solo or cooperatively: Share the journey with a friend as you work together to overcome the Arctic’s challenges.
• Survive the Arctic: Manage limited supplies, endure the bitter cold, and rely on your trusted sled dog for guidance.

Ikuma: The Frozen Compass is coming to PC (Steam), PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2026.