Video game publisher 505 Games and independent developer ION LANDS have announced a September 29 Steam release date for their upcoming cyberpunk life sim Nivalis Nights (formerly known as Nivalis), with an Epic Games Store release to follow at a later date.
“As an independent studio, developing this game meant overcoming hurdles we’ve never faced before, and we are incredibly grateful to our community for their patience over the last five years,” said Marko Dieckmann, Creative Director at ION LANDS. “Today, we are thrilled to finally lock in our official release date and cannot wait for players to dive in, meet Ava, and experience the city’s quirky charm.”
“We have been excited about this project for a long time and watching it come to life has been an extraordinary and rewarding experience,“ added 505 Games President, Neil Ralley.“With the release date not far away, we can’t wait to finally welcome players to the city of Nivalis and discover its secrets.”
Nivalis Nights returns to the eponymous city from ION Lands’ previous title Cloudpunk. Players are invited to build a life for themselves in the bustling futuristic city, expanding from a humble noodle stand or nightclub into a booming enterprise. Explore the city’s crowded waterfront districts and hidden alleyways, meet its eclectic citizens, or simply enjoy a quiet life of fishing and home decorating in your home far above the clouds.
Gameplay Features
- Experience your life in a vibrant cyberpunk city on the sea, spending your days however you choose.
- Explore your new home on foot or with your own boat, and leave no channel, easy-to-miss alleyway, or lively city square unturned.
- Establish a name for yourself by running your own business, from noodle stands and hole-in-the-wall bars to the cities hottest restaurants and nightclubs, starting small and growing your enterprise from the ground up.
- Source your ingredients from marketplaces or by growing or fishing for your own.
- Decorate and make your home your own, or buy and customize the residence of your neon-futuristic dreams.
- Meet the people of Nivalis and hear their stories. Find new customers, friends, and maybe even love.
Nivalis Nights will be available on PC via Steam, September 29, 2026. The game will be available on Epic Games Store at a later date, with more information available in the coming weeks.
