One week ago, we had the honor of receiving the Game of the Year award at #G4C2026. A heartfelt thank you to the Games for Change team for an incredible festival and a wonderful awards ceremony. It was a privilege to be part of it. @gamesforchange.bsky.social
Compulsion Games
@compulsiongames.bsky.social
Video game developer and makers of the games South of Midnight, We Happy Few, and Contrast. An Xbox studio based in Montreal.
A few moments from last night's celebration. 🏆 Still soaking in our #g4c2026 Game of the Year win, celebrating an incredible team, and looking ahead to the future. 💜
South of Midnight won Game of the Year at #G4C2026! Congrats to all fellow nominees! As we celebrate this milestone and reflect on our journey, we look ahead with excitement to creating more unique, new original games.
South of Midnight is nominated for Best Gameplay and Best in Impact at the #G4C2026! 🏆👾 Congrats to all the finalists and see you in NYC this July @gamesforchange.bsky.social Festival. #GamesForChange #G4CAwards #ReimaginingPlay #SocialImpact
What an honor to win Game of the Year at the Gayming award 2026! "A beautifully crafted, modern folktale that handles trauma and healing with incredible grace." Congrats to all nominees and thank you @gaymingmag.bsky.social for hosting such a wonderful event. #GaymingAwards26
The award-winning South of Midnight is now 25% on STEAM from June 5th to 16th! Now's the time to go on a journey with Hazel, Catfish and Croutoooon!
Compulsion and South of Midnight were honored at the Canadian Game Awards with 7 awards, including Game of the Year. Canada is home to some of the most talented game developers! Inspiring to see local studios continuing to take creative risks. Congrats to all NOMINEES! TY @xbox.com for the support!
Gaming is for everyone. 💚 This Global Accessibility Awareness Day, from navigation assistance to scalable UI and color profiles, we’re helping more players experience the magic, mystery, and folklore of Hazel’s journey.
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This GAAD, Xbox is leveling up accessibility! From new features in games such as DOOM: The Dark Ages, Candy Crush Soda Saga, World of Warcraft, and beyond - we’re committed to making gaming for everyo...
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South of Midnight is 25% off on PS5 from May 13 - May 28. Step into a haunting Southing Gothic world of folklore and mystery as Hazel’s journey unfolds. First time on sale on PS5, don't miss it! #PS5
South of Midnight is a Peabody Award winner!! For 86 years, @peabodyawards.bsky.social has honored #StoriesThatMatter. It takes heart and steadiness to tell stories rooted in folklore, stitched with care to carry the weight of beauty and the truth of scars. @xbox.com #PeabodyAwards #PeabodyWinner
KILN from @doublefine.com launches today. 👏 We even re-created our own Crouton with the in-game pottery tools. 🙀 Who’s ready for a 4v4 party pottery brawler? Let's go!
Thank you again to the BAFTAs ! We’re still riding the high of winning New Intellectual Property last week! 🏆 @baftagames.bsky.social l @bafta.org
Our friends at Double Fine are launching KILN on April 23rd! 4v4 Multiplayer Brawler✅ Create pottery ✅ Destroy pottery ✅ Repeat ✅ Lotsa of fun! Check out their launch trailer. youtu.be/NbKtz98-3xE
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⚠️ WARNING ⚠️ The KILN launch trailer may cause uncontrollable levels of HYPE! 📈 https://youtu.be/NbKtz98-3xE Just THREE DAYS until Kiln leaps onto Xbox, PC, and PS5—Get fired up for the throwdown! Preorder/Wishlist:
Tonight, South of Midnight was recognized with a BAFTA for New Intellectual Property. ✨🏆 Rooted in the stories, the sounds, and the beauty of the Deep South, this is a game built with compassion and wonder. What a moment. What a team. What a journey. Thank you to all our players.
These are some of our favorite concept pieces by our internal artist, João Bragato. Each one reflects a core pillar: the journey, weaving magic, mythical creatures, and Buried family truths.
How do you ship a visually rich game at 60 FPS with a small team? Learn how Simplygon was used in Compulsion Games’ masterpiece South of Midnight. simplygon.com/posts/915430... #gamedev #unrealengine
South of Midnight is honored to be named a #PeabodyNominee! The @peabodyawards.bsky.social represent the gold standard of #StoriesThatMatter, and we’re proud to be recognized alongside some of the very best in storytelling. #PeabodyAwards #Peabody86 #PeabodyNominee
🚨💥🏺 THE KILN OPEN BETA IS LIVE🏺💥🚨 It's up! Join Kiln's open beta on Steam (April 9-11) and get a taste of the best pottery party brawler of the year. See you in the Wedge! Join the Open Beta:
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An online, multiplayer, pottery party brawler from Double Fine Productions. Grab your friends to assemble a team of colorful spirits, then sculpt ceramic battle armor on a pottery wheel. The size and shape of your pots determine their play-style and abilities—work together to douse the enemy's kiln!
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Which mythical creature from South of Midnight has captured your heart? Two-Toed Tom, Huggin’ Molly, Rougarou, Honey...Catfish!?
South of Midnight has found new homes! Now on Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. Treat yourself this weekend. Step into a dark folktale. 🌙
South of Midnight has found new homes! Now on Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. Treat yourself this weekend. Step into a dark folktale. 🌙
Our Day One patch for Nintendo Switch 2 (v1.4.0) is now live alongside the game’s launch! It brings performance improvements, reduces audio lag, and enhances texture streaming for a smoother experience. Read the full patch notes on our support page: compulsiongames.com/support
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World building and rich storylines are our passion, we are devoted to building experiences that feel handcrafted.
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South of Midnight is out today on PlayStation 5! Dark myths, mythical creatures, and the haunting beauty of the Deep South await.
South of Midnight is now available on Nintendo Switch 2! Journey into a world of dark folklore, mythical creatures, and living magic!
South of Midnight is NOW AVAILABLE on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2! Journey into a world of dark folklore, mythical creatures, and living magic! Also available on Xbox, PC, Steam, Cloud, and Game Pass! #southofmidnight
Tomorrow! The adventure begins on Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. Join Hazel, Catfish, and Crouton as you journey through a macabre, fantastical Deep South.
4 days until PS5 and Switch 2! Journey in a dark modern folktale, fight destructive Haints, and wield an ancient power to restore mythical creatures of the Deep South.
6 days until South of Midnight's PS5 and Switch 2 launch! Experience the award-winning adventure on March 31st.
Go behind the scenes of South of Midnight. See how Hazel’s journey came to life before it launches on Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 on March 31st. Full Documentary here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLBO...