ExoGenesis Studios Signs Global Publishing Deal with Headup for INAYAH

ExoGenesis Studios, creators of the upcoming Metroidvania-style game INAYAH – Life After Gods, is pleased to announce a global publishing and distribution partnership with video game publisher Headup. This collaboration follows a successful Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the game and will bring INAYAH to PC and consoles worldwide in 2025, marking a significant step for the studio. Headup, leveraging its multi-platform publishing and distribution expertise, will collaborate closely with ExoGenesis Studios to bring the game to players worldwide. This partnership includes handling INAYAH’s distribution and supporting its launch across multiple consoles.

Alongside the publishing announcement, ExoGenesis Studios has introduced a demo Speedrun Challenge for the game. Players are invited to record themselves racing through the current demo and submit their best times for a chance to win prizes! Full rules and requirements can be found here.

“We’re pleased to partner with Headup for the release of INAYAH – Life After Gods,” said Konstantin Okorochkov, CEO of ExoGenesis Studios. “Their understanding of the game’s core genre and extensive expertise in console publishing makes them an excellent partner to help bring our vision to players around the world.”

“We are excited to support ExoGenesis Studios in bringing INAYAH to players everywhere,” said Dieter Schoeller, CEO of Headup. “The team at ExoGenesis has created a strong narrative and gameplay experience, and we are proud to be part of its journey to reach a global audience.”

INAYAH — Life After Gods is set for a Q1 2025 release for PC and will arrive later in 2025 for Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox

In the post-apocalyptic remnants of a highly advanced alien civilization, an orphaned outcast named Inayah embarks on a perilous journey to find her tribe. Guided by the spirit of her deceased mentor, she navigates a divided world, forging bonds and uncovering secrets that redefine the meaning of family. Experience an emotionally charged adventure where every decision shapes Inayah’s destiny.

INAYAH will feature an exciting and gorgeous hand-drawn world to explore and navigate. Using the powers of her alien-tech multifunction Gauntlet, Inayah will not only run, jump, and dash through the world but also come face-to-face and battle various creatures and bosses, transforming the Gauntlet into Blades, Fists, and a Flail, each with unique powers and combo moves. Players will customize their characters through an RPG-style mechanic, with options to enhance their companion’s abilities, weapons, and gear.

Features of INAYAH – Life after Gods include:

Three unique weapon forms with different combat and movement capabilities
Variety of character builds and abilities
20 unique bosses with unique mechanics
Vast hand-drawn 2D World to explore with many biomes and secrets
Engaging plot with multiple endings
An original music score by composer Alex Kestner, who holds a degree in piano performance and used to work for companies like Lamborghini, Puma, Adidas or Lego
Top-tier voice acting featuring Jessica Caroll of more than 28 shows and games, including Baldur’s Gate 3

As the release date approaches, fans can look forward to more updates on INAYAH – Life After Gods.

About ExoGenesis Studios

ExoGenesis Studios is a newly founded studio of international game and software development veterans who have worked on titles like Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, and more. Many of our artists worked for companies like Blizzard and Disney. Our first game is Inayah – Life after Gods.

About Headup GmbH

Founded in 2009, Headup Games is a video game publisher driven by a love for the industry and a commitment to supporting independent developers. With a focus on giving smaller studios a platform to shine, Headup collaborates with creators who share a deep passion for gaming. Recognized with industry awards, the company is dedicated to staying true to the artist’s vision, helping it reach a broader audience. Approachable and empathetic, Headup Games prioritizes the needs of its partners.

With a platform-agnostic approach, quality is the guiding principle across all systems and genres. Reaching over 90 million players worldwide, Headup remains rooted in Western gaming culture while connecting with a global audience. For more information, please visit www.headupgames.com