If you’re looking for something different, Blue Ridge Hunting will introduce you to the cryptids of the Appalacian Mountains this August in early access.
Announced at the Women-Led Games Showcase, the horror game will put you face-to-face with some of the most fearsome cryptids based on real Appalachian legends and folklore. The game is coming from solo dev Jade Meadows.
The online co-op game is launching into Early Access this August.
In the narrative-driven story mode, join the Appalachian Investigation Group (either alone or with up to three players) as you investigate, document clues, and hunt terrifying cryptids based on real legends and folklore.
In freeplay mode, you can explore and hunt the Appalachian region freely with up to five fellow investigators. As you earn money from completing investigations, continue to upgrade your gear so you are well-equipped for greater threats that lurk within the forests. Be careful not to let these creatures hear you, as any small whisper or unusually loud step could be your last.
The game has a gritty retro/PSX art style inspired by early 3D horror and analog media. Creatures react to proximity voice chat and radio chatter — communication is crucial, but dangerous.
You can explore Appalachia alone or with up to 5 players in online co-op freeplay. It has a narrative-driven story (1–3 players) following the Appalachian Investigation Group’s hunt for the Mothman. You can encounter unique, intelligent creatures based on real Appalachian folklore and sightings. And it has an original score blending haunting melodies with Appalachian Bluegrass roots.
Blue Ridge Hunting is currently in development for PC. Prospective investigators can wishlist the game on Steam and support the Kickstarter campaign now to help bring Appalachian cryptid hunting to life.
Jade & Company is an independent game studio founded by Jade Meadows as a creative home for friends and collaborators. What began in January 2023 as a solo multiplayer cryptid-hunting idea has grown into an ambitious debut project rooted in the culture, history, and resilience of West Virginia.
Six One Publishing is the publisher. It’s a boutique publishing label built for developers seeking a meaningful partner who understands the current industry landscape. With deep experience across game marketing, event production, content creation, and games media, Six One Publishing blends publishing, media, and community into an agile, indie-first platform reimagining what publishing can look like in 2025 and beyond.