Grim-Cozy Forging Sim, Tempered Hue, Revealed by Zugalu Entertainment

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Grim-Cozy Forging Sim, Tempered Hue, Revealed by Zugalu Entertainment

August 15th - Edmonton, Alberta - Just in time for gamescom, Zugalu Entertainment is excited to reveal their new grim-cozy forging sim, Tempered Hue, coming to PC & consoles some time later next year.

Developed by Zugalu Entertainment with the generous support of the Canada Media Fund, Tempered Hue sees you running a blacksmith shop in a mysterious town set on an isolated escarpment. Craft unique tools and items, sell them to the local townsfolk, or gear yourself up to explore treacherous caverns so you can hunt down more materials, all by your lonesome or with friends.

Tempered Hue is available now to wishlist on Steam and will be coming to PC, Xbox Series X and S, Playstation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2 in Q3 2026.



About Tempered Hue

A Blacksmith’s Life
As the town’s only blacksmith, locals and visitors alike will come to you in search of common goods and unique gifts. Forge a variety of items in your workshop, then use them to earn coin in your shopfront, or deliver orders to your neighbours, to strengthen bonds and unlock new recipes and questlines. Riches await those who devote themselves to a shopkeep’s life!

Cavern Delving
To craft anything, you’ll need to travel into the caverns of the nearby escarpment. Explore its unique environments to mine and forage, with various metals, flora, and fauna awaiting discovery. Upgrade your tools to gather higher tier resources, and scale the heights of the caverns to find unique items, lost townsfolk, and uncover mysteries.

Forging Friendships
With Ambyth in disarray, its townsfolk need your help. Finding survivors will unlock new questlines, and deeper connections can unlock new recipes and bonuses when like becomes love. Be aware, however, that connections existed before you came to Ambyth. A friendship with one person could find you at odds with another.

Visiting Towns (Multiplayer)
Welcome up to three friends to your version of Ambyth, or sail to visit theirs. The escarpment’s layouts are unique to each player’s game, so your friend’s caves will differ greatly from your own. Share discoveries and build memories beyond the main storyline: encounter new ‘townsfolk’, find rare recipes, and spend big at your friends’ blacksmith shops (or make a hearty profit). Adventures are best enjoyed with company!

Product Information:
Release Date: Q3 2026
Price: $19.99 USD, Steam Regional Pricing Adjustments, 10% Launch Discount
Steam: Steam Store Link
Target Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X and S, Playstation 5, Nintendo Switch 2
Website: https://zugalu.com/our-games/tempered-hue/

About Zugalu Entertainment:

Zugalu Entertainment is an independent video game developer and publisher based in Alberta, Canada. Born from a passion for reviving the magic and immersive storytelling of gaming’s golden era, Zugalu creates games that blend innovation, nostalgia, and commercial appeal, delivering captivating experiences to a diverse and global audience.

In 2025, Zugalu further strengthened its narrative focus by acquiring Edmonton-based Crimson Herring Studios, known for their dedication to profound storytelling and unique narrative-driven game experiences. This strategic merger unites some of Alberta’s finest gaming talent under one banner, enhancing Zugalu’s ability to deliver deeply engaging narratives combined with refined gameplay mechanics.