PC Gaming: Abelina is a strange, platforming romp through a natural afterlife from a former League of Legends animator and the composer of Zach Cregger's Resident Evil
Published 24 Oct 2026· Updated 25 Oct 2026· 9h ago
BloxBoys summary
- •Surreal platformer Abelina revealed for 2027 release
- •Created by former Riot animator Gabe Askew
- •Features music by Resident Evil composer Ryan Holladay
- •Play as Vasily exploring a strange afterlife
- •Includes flying, rolling, and precise platforming action
I have no particular thoughts on what the afterlife may look like, namely because if there is one, and I'm allowed to hang out in it, I don't want to be disappointed. What if I have the expectation that it's a hedonistic paradise and am met
Overview
Indie developer Gabe Askew has officially revealed Abelina, a surreal platforming game set to release in 2027. Players step into the shoes of Vasily, a deceased man exploring a mysterious, natural afterlife while attempting to regain his happiness alongside a few other inhabitants. The title combines unique artistic visual direction with soundtrack compositions by Ryan Holladay.
What's New
- ▸Official announcement and trailer release for the platforming game Abelina
- ▸Steam store page wishlisting is now open ahead of the planned 2027 launch window
New Features
- ▸Branching paths and open vistas offering multiple routes through the game world
New Characters
- ▸Vasily — The main protagonist who passed away and now explores the afterlife
- ▸Mysterious rabbit-cat — An unusual creature that leads players through the world
New Maps & Areas
- ▸Abelina — A surreal, nature-filled afterlife environment with branching paths and open vistas
New Mechanics
- ▸Flying — Movement option allowing airborne traversal through the afterlife
- ▸Dungbeetle-esque rolling — A rolling mechanic used to navigate platforming areas
- ▸Precise jumping — Skill-based platforming required to clear challenging terrain
- ▸Gardening and mask carving — Activities performed by Vasily while exploring the world
What Players Should Know
- ▸Players interested in artistic platformers can add Abelina to their Steam wishlists.
- ▸Expect precision platforming mechanics involving flying, rolling, and navigating complex open vistas.
Release Information
The game is scheduled to launch on PC via Steam in 2027.
Screenshots
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is developing Abelina?
- The game is led by Gabe Askew, a former animator for League of Legends, Valorant, and Love, Death + Robots.
- Who is composing the soundtrack?
- The music is created by Ryan Holladay, who composed sound for Weapons and the Resident Evil movie.
- When will Abelina be released?
- Abelina is targeted for launch in 2027 and can currently be wishlisted on Steam.
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Read the original announcementPublished 24 Oct 2026 · Last updated 25 Oct 2026