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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Jul 29

Thanks to @lostincult.co.uk & @sdxgames.bsky.social !

BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Jul 29

NA- Pre-orders for the new retail cover art release are available at many major retailers including Amazon US, Amazon CA, Best Buy US, GameStop US, EB Games CA, Target US, and VGP CA initially. The game will also appear on store shelves later this year.

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Jul 29

JP- Pre-order here, includes some bonus items! superdeluxegames.jp/collections/...

ANIMAL WELL

SUPERDELUXE GAMES（スーパーデラックスゲームス）は、日本国内にて最高品質のパッケージ版ゲームを販売するパブリッシャーです。名作ゲームの通常版パッケージやスパデラ限定のコレクターズエディションなどを丁寧に企画、製造、販売しています。

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Jul 29

EU- Lost in Cult has both new cover art variants available for pre-order online here! www.lostincult.co.uk/animalwell

Lost In Cult

www.lostincult.co.uk

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Jul 29

ANIMAL WELL is BACK on physical³
We've partnered with Lost in Cult and SUPERDELUXE GAMES for these retail and online Switch & PS5 physical releases.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjRx...

Check the 🔗 below!

ANIMAL WELL - Triple Physical Release

YouTube video by BIGMODE Games Official

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Lost In Cult @lostincult.co.uk · Jul 29

Announcing: Animal Well physical edition on PS5 and Switch 🪈

We are proud to bring Billy Basso & @bigmode.bsky.social's breakout indie hit to physical retail!

With all-new cover art from @madebyabra.com & exclusive LIC variant art by @mossmouth.bsky.social 🎨

www.lostincult.com/animalwell

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Jul 12

Featuring clay-style 3D modeling by @mushbuh.bsky.social and detailed custom box art from @drewwise.bsky.social !

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Guia (Commissions Semi-Open 🐣) @whatifgirl.bsky.social · Jul 9

I speedran this animation to show support for both #SGDQ2025 and #StarOfProvidence, which is being run by a cool star runner, @lilacolligoci.bsky.social later at 11:25 AM EDT (UTC-4).

By the way, a bidding war is happening to pick which ship for him to play as! So go go go~! gdq.gg/donate

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Jul 12

Come get your Modos!
Star of Providence & ANIMAL WELL restock available today, all designs in stock now 🎉

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Fangamer @fangamer.com · May 28

The Ghost Chase long sleeve is brand-new in our official Animal Well collection!

Everything's available now: www.fangamer.com/collections/...

A photograph of a black Animal Well long-sleeved shirt. A ghost slips down across the design toward the player character.

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Dan Adelman @dan-adelman.bsky.social · May 18

I consider myself pretty well versed in the ways of the Animal Well, but the first user-created map, Puzzle Well, is kinda kicking my ass

@furyforged.bsky.social created a great video on how you can download and play this map as well as create your own!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxcO...

Animal Well Custom Maps Are Here!!

YouTube video by FuryForged

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · May 11

We celebrated the first anniversary of ANIMAL WELL's release with Billy Basso himself! www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUsN...

ANIMAL WELL - One Year Anniversary Vlog

YouTube video by BIGMODE Games Official

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The Video Game Library 📚 @thevideogamelibrary.org · May 10

747. ANIMAL WELL: DESIGN WORKS

👉 www.thevideogamelibrary.org/book/animal-...

@lostincult.co.uk @bigmode.bsky.social @animalwell.bsky.social #Gaming #Booksky #AnimalWell #VideoGames

Vibrant, neon-colored illustration from Animal Well Design Works featuring a stylized wolf, ostrich, seahorse, and lizard standing on tall columns in a surreal, cosmic environment. In the center stands a small orange blob-like character with big eyes, surrounded by swirling patterns, hanging orbs, and geometric symbols in purple, green, and pink hues against a black background.

Developed over seven years by the remarkably talented Billy Basso, Animal Well is a development story for the ages—one that deserves to be detailed, documented, and celebrated for years to come. From long-lost prototypes to the unique challenges of solo development, this volume captures the spirit of creativity and preserves it for future generations—long after the internet fades, much like the game itself.

Revered for both its surface-level charm and the secrets buried deep within, Animal Well has inspired Animal Well: Design Works—a richly crafted celebration by Lost In Cult. Drawing on the game’s mystery and atmosphere, this 200+ page hardback book is accompanied by deluxe extras that channel the essence of what makes the experience so memorable.

Created in collaboration with Billy Basso, Dan Adelman, and the Bigmode team, Animal Well: Design Works offers a deep dive into the game’s development journey. With insights from Billy, Dan, Leah, and Dunkey, the book showcases everything from early builds and developmental screenshots to the creative process and feedback loops that shaped this indie gem. It’s a definitive tribute to one of the most innovative indie games in recent memory.

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Sam Machkovech (LFW) @samred.com · May 10

I like the game Star of Providence, and at PAX West 2024, I played its newest version at a booth. Apparently, getting a high score on it entered me into a raffle, and I won a free figurine from @bigmode.bsky.social, and I received it today, and it's a spaceship drinking from a juice box.

White and red toy on top of a cardboard box on top of a table

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Lost In Cult @lostincult.co.uk · May 8

LIC x Billy Basso x @bigmode.bsky.social present Animal Well: Design Works.

Unearth the development story of one of the decade's most ingenious indies. From forgotten prototypes to awards, this is the story of Animal Well.

Deluxe pre-orders end 1 July.

www.lostincult.co.uk/animalwell

Animal Well: Design Works

Dive into the depths of discovery. Celebrated boutique design studio Lost In Cult is thrilled to announc...

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Zion Grassl @ziondood.bsky.social · Mar 14

Just found the coolest repair shop with all sorts of hidden secrets 🥹 @bigmode.bsky.social @animalwell.bsky.social

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · Mar 22

Not only does Matt explore how Star of Providence has shaken up the roguelike genre, but he also delves into why it’s one of his favourite games of 2025 in his full review.

Now live on So Many Games!
somanygames.co.uk/review/star-...
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Wide Flank: Happy Gaming @wideflank.bsky.social · Mar 27

[mini Club] Eternal Darkness, Mischief Makers, Killer7, Hylics 2, and the new @bigmode.bsky.social banger Star of Providence

Sean & Alon played 5 games for <60mins each then they discuss all of those for <12mins each & now it's on you to head to our Discord & vote on which one should get a full ep

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Feb 20

Star of Providence is new on Nintendo Switch today, with massive content update 'Into Oblivion' also arriving on Steam today (free for those who previously own the game!)
🛒 10% launch discount everywhere!
www.nintendo.com/us/store/pro...
store.steampowered.com/app/603960/S...

Star of Providence for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Official Site

Buy Star of Providence and shop other great Nintendo products online at the official My Nintendo Store.

www.nintendo.com

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Feb 20

Good morning, Star of Providence is OUT NOW for Nintendo Switch & Steam!!! 💫
Descend into the facility and seek out power eternal...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfYZ...

Star of Providence - Launch Trailer

YouTube video by BIGMODE Games Official

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Feb 1

Star of Providence - Arriving February 20th! 💫🚀
New to Nintendo Switch & major update to Steam
youtu.be/yxjSODUpwW0

Star of Providence - Release Date Reveal

YouTube video by BIGMODE Games Official

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BIGMODE Games @bigmode.bsky.social · Nov 18

Good day for Animal Well fans, The Game Awards nominations plus Fangamer merch!!
✅vote- thegameawards.com/nominees
👕merch- fangamer.com/collections/...

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