Strictly Limited Games (United Games) will handle the physical publishing of selected titles from Hooded Horse. The partnership will begin with Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew Complete Edition, developed by Mimimi Games, for PlayStation 5.
Hooded Horse's digital-first publishing strategy is paired with Strictly Limited's expertise in physical products in this collaboration. "We're very excited to be working with Hooded Horse, one of the most important publishers in the indie space today. Every title they touch becomes a unique masterpiece. Together, we aim to deliver a definitive physical highlight with Shadow Gambit that fans will treasure for years to come," says Helmut Schmitz, CEO of United Games, Strictly Limited Games's parent company.
"With Strictly Limited, we've found a trusted partner with a proven track-record in physical publishing, and a true passion for games and attention to detail," says Hooded Horse CEO Tim Bender. "Shadow Gambit: Definitive Edition will offer a rich experience for existing fans while also appealing to collectors and physical game enthusiasts." Further collaborations between Hooded Horse and Strictly Limited will be announced at a later date.
Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew – Complete Edition is available in two formats: Limited and Deluxe. Pre-orders for the PlayStation 5 version are open from today, with the physical editions set to release on 24 June 2026. This Complete Edition combines the base game with all the content that has been released so far, including the Yuki's Wish and Zagan's Ritual expansions. Notably, this is the first time the title has been available as a physical release.
The Deluxe Edition includes the full game, Artbook & Strategy Guide with concept art, character designs, environments and behind the-scenes insights, softcover, original soundtrack on CD, a replica gold coin, a treasure-sealed note from the developer, die-cut character sticker and a two-sided poster featuring original artwork.
Shadow Gambit was developed by Mimimi Games, the studio behind Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun and Desperados III. In August 2023, shortly after the release of Shadow Tactics, Mimimi Games announced that the studio would be closing. The founders, Dominik Abé and Johannes Roth, cited the well-being and mental health of the employees as the reason for the studio's closure.
