Record-Low Price for 2023 Game Awards Winner on Steam

If you’re on the hunt for a gaming bargain, now might be the time to dive into the world of Cocoon. This acclaimed indie puzzle game from 2023 is currently available at a 50% discount on Steam, bringing the price down to just $12.49. The game, published by Annapurna Interactive, made waves by winning the Best Debut Indie Game award at The Game Awards in 2023.

Cocoon is crafted by Geometric Interactive, a talented studio based in Denmark. Players will find themselves guiding an insect-like creature through intricate worlds filled with challenging puzzles and cosmic mysteries, all presented in a third-person view. Heading the team is Jeppe Carlsen, who co-founded the studio and has made a name for himself with his exceptional contributions to the likes of Limbo and Inside. Despite fierce competition from gaming giants like Sony and Nintendo in 2023, Cocoon has managed to hold its ground, even garnering multiple Game of the Year nominations. It competed alongside heavyweights such as Baldur’s Gate 3, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Spider-Man 2.

For those yet to take the leap into Cocoon’s miniature universe, now could be your perfect opportunity. This enticing offer is part of the ongoing Steam Autumn Sale, which remains open until December 4 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET. The discount marks only the second time Cocoon has been available at a reduced price on Steam, following a similar promotion just four months ago.

The latest reduction beats the previous price drop during the Steam Scream Fest in late October when the game was available at a 40% discount. Alongside Cocoon, keen gamers can find a range of Annapurna Interactive titles on sale, including diverse genres from action-adventure to walking simulators. Notably, the fan-favorite post-apocalyptic game Stray is being offered at $17.99, a nice 40% off its regular list price, while the newly PlayStation-released Lorelei and the Laser Eyes sees a 25% discount, coming in at $18.74.

A testament to the studio’s ambitious vision, Geometric Interactive is already teasing its next project, and Carlsen is once again at the helm as the game director. It’s described as a “3D game,” hinting that whatever comes next will surely capture the attention of players who appreciated Cocoon’s unique charm.

For those new to Cocoon, it offers a truly unique puzzle adventure experience. You’ll carry worlds within orbs on your back, swapping and manipulating these orbs to unveil secrets across different interconnected biomes. Cocoon also introduces you to sprawling alien landscapes, where monstrous guardians stand ready to challenge players with unique combat mechanics.

The game, released at the end of September 2023, is developed on the Unity engine and rated E for Everyone, due to mild fantasy violence. With an OpenCritic rating of “Mighty” and a compact play length of around five hours, it promises to be an engaging and rewarding experience for all puzzle enthusiasts.