FOUNTAINS

FOUNTAINS

Released Dec 2024

Master high-skilled combat to uncover the secrets of this war-torn empire and escape your captors. Carve your way through a gritty souls-like RPG set in a sprawling, interconnected world.

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Evaluation

FOUNTAINS launched on December 20, 2024, and received steady post-launch support through early 2025, including patches adding language support (Simplified Chinese, Japanese), achievements, bug fixes, and gameplay tweaks. On July 22, 2026, the developer announced a paid DLC called "Shattered Shape," expanding the game with a new map region (the southern Vainlands), 5 new bosses, a new gameplay mechanic called the Flicker Glass, new weapons, armor, skills, and an original soundtrack. On August 28, 2026, the developer confirmed a firm release date of September 17, 2026 for the DLC, alongside the game's simultaneous launch on Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X|S. On September 10, 2026 (today), the developer shipped a major free update alongside the DLC announcement — adding Gauntlet Mode (a boss-rush challenge mode), two new languages (German and Traditional Chinese), a proper pause function, and difficulty options. This update was explicitly framed as a lead-up to the Shattered Shape DLC releasing one week later on September 17, 2026. The Shattered Shape DLC remains listed as unreleased on the Steam store. Its release date of September 17, 2026 is one week away as of today.
Evidence
Major free update released today adds Gauntlet Mode, German and Traditional Chinese languages, a true pause function, and difficulty options — framed as the lead-up to the Shattered Shape DLC launching September 17, 2026.
news post · Sep 10, 2026 source content planned
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Developer confirms Shattered Shape DLC releases September 17, 2026, alongside console versions for Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X|S.
news post · Aug 28, 2026 source content planned
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Content

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Details

Developer
Publisher
Crunching Koalas
Achievements
36
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

The Fountain of Youth was hidden away. Nonetheless, it is fated that a Usurper will slay the Ageless and unearth it once more.

FOUNTAINS is a soulslike action-RPG built around fighting your way through a maze-like interconnected, seamless world. You'll take the role of a hooded stranger, recently imprisoned by a tyrannical regime. Will you escape and uncover the mysteries of this war-torn empire?

Tight, responsive combat puts every tool and tactic in your arsenal to the test, rewarding precision and quick thinking. Your enemies will hit hard and punish hesitation, turning each fight into an intense back-and-forth where the tide of battle can shift in an instant. Adjustable difficulty settings let you feel that thrill at exactly the intensity you crave, no matter your experience.

The world of FOUNTAINS is one, seamless, giant dungeon. It is a tightly packed labyrinth which twists and loops back on itself. You'll always discover something new: items, powers and upgrades to unlock new parts of the world.

FOUNTAINS features an online message system. Leave hints throughout the world to help out your fellow players, or trick them into doing something foolish!

  • Souls-like action combat set in a metroidvania-style interconnected world.

  • Find new abilities and tools to help you to defend yourself and to traverse the world.

  • Rich dark fantasy lore told through exploration and environmental storytelling.

  • Online message system for community interaction.

  • Secrets are everywhere, so always keep an eye out!

Last evaluated Sep 10, 2026
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