Silver Lining Interactive Unveils a Thrilling Lineup for 2025 and Beyond

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Silver Lining Interactive Unveils a Thrilling Lineup for 2025 and Beyond

From Indie Support to Action-Packed Adventures: Silver Lining Interactive Shines at The MIX Fall Game Showcase.

Macclesfield, UK – 29th March, 2025. Indie publisher powerhouse Silver Lining Interactive turned heads at today’s The MIX Fall Game Showcase, revealing five new trailers that highlight their bold vision for the year ahead, and beyond! Among them was the Silver Bullet Programme, a groundbreaking initiative designed to support and amplify independent game developers as they craft the next generation of unforgettable gaming experiences.

The showcase also featured four new trailers that demonstrate the publisher’s diverse slate of upcoming releases, from blood-soaked action in Slain 2: The Beast Within and retro-inspired shooter mayhem in Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation, to ‘cozyvival’ adventures in Outbound and chaotic zombie retail in Service With A Shotgun. Together, these titles underline Silver Lining Interactive’s commitment to innovative, genre-spanning games that push boundaries and captivate players.

Slain 2: The Beast Within (PC)
Silver Lining Interactive and Steel Mantis have unveiled Slain 2: The Beast Within, the blood-soaked sequel to the cult hit Slain: Back From Hell. Debuting its first gameplay trailer during Showcase, the gothic action-platformer delivers ferocious combat, werewolf transformations, and a dark, heavy-metal-infused world. Launching on PC via Steam in 2026, players will wield the legendary sword Bathoryn and carve their path through a kingdom consumed by corruption.

Outbound (PC, PS5, XB)
Silver Lining Interactive and Square Glade Games have released the first developer diary for Outbound, a “cozyvival” campervan adventure. Titled Journey’s Beginning, the diary showcases how players can craft, forage, and customise their dream mobile home, while exploring a vibrant near-future world solo or in online co-op. Outbound emphasises creativity, sustainable living, and off-grid exploration, giving players the freedom to design their own road-trip adventure.

Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation (PC)

Silver Lining Interactive and Ciaran Games LLC have revealed a new weapons trailer for Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation, a hand-drawn, retro-inspired FPS packed with over-the-top action and gory cartoon chaos. Coming to PC via Steam later this year, players take on the cigar-chomping, revenge-fueled Captain Wayne, wielding an arsenal of outrageous weapons to reclaim his ship and punish the mercenary gang known as the Killer Whales. With eight enemy-packed areas, fully voiced cinematics, and a relentlessly chaotic soundtrack, this blood-soaked adventure promises endless mayhem across Orca Isle.

Service With A Shotgun (PC):
Silver Lining Interactive presents Service With A Shotgun, a chaotic blend of visual novel and FPS where players run a roadside shop in the middle of a zombie apocalypse. Between managing quirky, desperate customers and fending off undead intruders, every shift spirals into unpredictable mayhem. Across five story-driven chapters, players will build defences, make split-second decisions, and navigate a colourful cast of characters, combining storytelling and fast-paced action in a darkly humorous survival adventure.

Silver Bullet Programme:
Silver Lining Interactive has launched the Silver Bullet Programme, a bold new initiative designed to empower independent game developers. Offering up to $100,000 in funding, tailored publishing support, and full creative freedom, the programme helps standout titles break through the noise with marketing, QA, and porting assistance. It’s all about amplifying original voices and turning ambitious ideas into unforgettable gaming experiences.