Radiolight

Radiolight

Released Oct 2025

Ashwood Creek, 1985. A child disappears without a trace. A local policeman is drawn into a national park, seeking the truth. Mysterious radio signals beckon him further and further. Investigate, survive and face the unknown in Radiolight— an '80s thriller by solo dev Krystof Knesl.

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All announced content has been released
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Evaluation

Radiolight launched on October 23, 2025, developed by solo developer Krystof Knesl. Post-launch, the developer addressed bugs and performance through a series of patches, culminating in a major optimization update on December 23, 2025, and Steam Deck Verification on January 9, 2026. The key question is whether the developer's December 17, 2025 statement — "that doesn't mean the trail ends here" and a promise of "polish and improvements, with a strong focus on performance and stability" — indicates new content, or just maintenance. Reading the full statement carefully, the developer described the work as polish and performance improvements specifically targeting handheld devices, not new story content, new gameplay areas, or additional narrative. The subsequent updates (December 2025 performance patch, January 2026 Steam Deck Verification, September 2026 Patch v.1.0.4.1) all bear this out: they are performance, stability, and bug-fix patches — not new content. The most recent post on September 23, 2026 (Patch v.1.0.4.1) is a bug-fix patch fixing collisions, translations, voicelines, and placeholder assets — still maintenance in nature. Across 26 posts scanned, there are 4 items tagged as major content: the demo launch (pre-release), a pre-launch announcement, the launch itself, and the Steam Deck Verification. No post-launch major content updates or new gameplay additions have shipped. No DLC has been announced or listed. No roadmap for new content has been published. The December 2025 statement's promise of "polish and improvements" has been fulfilled by the December 2025 and January 2026 updates. There is no outstanding commitment to new content — the developer has never announced DLC, expansions, or new gameplay additions. The game launched as a complete, self-contained single-player narrative experience, and all post-launch activity has been maintenance and platform optimization. The last communication of any kind was September 23, 2026, confirming the developer is still maintaining the game, but solely through bug fixes.
Evidence
Radiolight launched as a complete single-player narrative game on October 23, 2025.
news post · Oct 23, 2025 source content shipped
high
Steam Deck Verified status achieved after months of optimization work. Developer expresses excitement about bringing the game to new players, but announces no new content.
news post · Jan 9, 2026 source content shipped
medium

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Iceberg Interactive
Achievements
22
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

WELCOME TO ASHWOOD CREEK, SEPTEMBER 1985

Step into the shoes of Ethan, a police officer in the quaint town of Ashwood Creek—a place where the trees whisper, the mountains loom, and secrets hide just out of sight. What begins as a routine investigation, quickly spirals into a haunting journey through the unknown.

Ashwood Creek feels frozen in time, untouched by the chaos of the outside world. But under the surface, something dark is stirring. A teenager has gone missing. A strange signal is cutting through the static of local radio stations. Lured deeper into Ashwood Creek National Park, you’ll need to tune in to every frequency and every echo of the past in the hopes of uncovering the truth.

A MYSTERY YOU CAN’T IGNORE

As you explore the vast, eerie expanse of Ashwood Creek National Park, you’ll find that your radio is more than just a piece of electronics — it’s your key to survival. Pick up supernatural signals and tune into otherworldly transmissions. But not all signals will guide you to safety… some are meant to lead you astray, deeper into the shadows, where the past waits to confront you.

WHO DO YOU TRUST WHEN DARKNESS FALLS?

Guided by the voice of Robert, your childhood friend and the town’s chief of police, you’ll venture through dense forests, foggy valleys, and forgotten trails. Together, you’ll piece together clues, follow mysterious broadcasts, and uncover the secrets that Ashwood Creek would rather keep hidden. But the closer you get to the truth, the more you’ll realise that some things are better left buried.

Key Features

  • An Edge-of-Your-Seat Mystery: Unravel a story filled with suspense, supernatural elements, and dark secrets that blur the line between reality and the unknown.

  • Captivating Characters: Dive deep into a gripping narrative as you uncover the past and present lives of those in Ashwood Creek, including your own.

  • Stylized Timeless Graphics: Step back into the 1980s with beautifully stylized visuals that capture the nostalgic vibe of the era and the beauty of the nature that engulfs you.

  • A Beautiful National Park to Explore: Wander through the serene yet unsettling landscapes of Ashwood Creek National Park, where every corner hides a clue... or a threat.

  • Can You Uncover the Secret? Armed with only your radio and a walkie-talkie, you’ll need to think on your feet, listen carefully, and trust no one.

Created by the solo developer Krystof Knesl, Radiolight offers a unique blend of atmospheric tension, exploration, and a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Will you brave the darkness, or will the whispers consume you?

Last evaluated Sep 24, 2026
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