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Fullbright Announces Springs, Eternal, a Lo-Fi Narrative Exploration Game for PC in 2026

The project signals Steve Gaynor's return to releasing games under the Fullbright name following his 2021 departure from Open Roads leadership.

Overview

  • Revealed during the PC Gaming Show, Springs, Eternal is a first-person exploration title set at a mysterious hot-springs retreat at night.
  • The game is planned for PC via Steam in 2026 and is described as a short, two-to-three-hour experience with late-’90s-inspired lo-fi visuals.
  • Branching dialogue with over a dozen characters marks a first for Fullbright, unlocking new conversation threads as players progress.
  • Players traverse Stillwater Springs with a flashlight, uncovering memories of a romantic relationship through conversations and flashbacks.
  • Fullbright now operates primarily as Steve Gaynor’s solo developer label, with coverage noting his 2021 step-down from Open Roads and that the remaining team released that game in 2024.