Overview

YUNO & DAWN is an Early Access adventure from solo developer mintdude, released on October 19, 2026. It blends 2D, 3D, and pixel art to create a surreal, post-apocalyptic world where a parasite invasion has upended reality.

You follow two protagonists, Yuno and Dawn, as they search for answers about what happened—and try to make sense of the unsettling things around them.

The game is currently in Early Access with Chapter 1 available, which sets the stage for a larger narrative that will unfold in subsequent chapters. It's a single-player, dialogue-heavy experience with a branching story, so your choices may shape how the tale progresses.

Highlights

  • Hybrid Visual Style: The game mixes 2D, 3D, and pixel graphics, giving each environment a distinct, dreamlike quality.
  • Exploration & Interaction: You'll explore the world, talk to characters, find clues, and piece together what's real—and what isn't.
  • Combat or Flight: Enemies lurk in the shadows, but you don't always have to fight. Sometimes running is the smarter option.

Who It's For

If you enjoy psychological horror with a heavy narrative focus, surreal environments, and a post-apocalyptic setting, YUNO & DAWN should be on your radar. The branching dialogue and mystery-driven plot will appeal to players who like to dig into lore and make meaningful choices.

Since it's Early Access, you'll also get to see the story grow over time—if you're okay with waiting for future chapters.

Game Info

  • Developer/Publisher: mintdude
  • Genres: Adventure, Indie, Early Access
  • Release Date: October 19, 2026
  • Modes: Single-player
  • Languages: English
  • Content Note: Contains stylized gore, violence, and psychological horror themes

For the latest details on pricing and updates, check the Steam listing.