At the End of the World, One Signal Remains: 'Nova Antarctica' is Out Today
RexLabo's Narrative-Driven Survival Adventure Launches Globally on Steam
Tokyo, Japan, 29 January 2026 - In 2900, the world has finally run out of second chances. Today, players can step into that future as Nova Antarctica, the atmospheric, narrative-driven survival adventure from RexLabo and PARCO GAMES, is out now on PC via Steam.
Set in a far-future Antarctica transformed by climate collapse, strange new ecosystems, and the lingering echoes of humanity's past, Nova Antarctica follows a lone child drawn south by a mysterious signal emerging from the South Pole. What begins as a search for answers becomes a deeply personal journey through isolation, memory, and survival at the very edge of the world.
Blending survival mechanics, crafting, exploration, and the ability to befriend wildlife companions, Nova Antarctica challenges players to endure one of the most unforgiving environments on Earth while uncovering secrets buried beneath the ice. This is not the Antarctica of history, but a land reshaped by centuries of change - unfamiliar, alive, and quietly haunting.
"This game began as a question: what happens to humanity when the world goes quiet?" says RexLabo Game Director and Creator, m. Hayashi. "Now that Nova Antarctica is in players' hands, I hope they discover stories that feel personal, fragile, and unforgettable."
Players will navigate a branching narrative shaped by their decisions, their relationships to the continent's mysteries, and the traces they leave behind in a world that remembers everything. With its meditative pacing and emotionally driven storytelling, Nova Antarctica offers a distinctly intimate take on science fiction survival.
Key Features include:
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Explore a far-future reimagining of Antarctica - a living, dynamic ecosystem shaped by centuries of change.
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Discover wildlife shaped by a world altered beyond recognition.
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Survive harsh conditions using tools, intuition, and fragile technology salvaged from the remnants of human civilisation.
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Uncover a branching narrative shaped by your decisions, your relationships to the continent's mysteries, and the stories you leave behind.
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Experience an atmospheric, meditative tone unlike most sci-fi adventures - intimate, human, and ever-so-slightly eerie.
Published by PARCO GAMES, Nova Antarctica is one of the label's debut titles, alongside 2025's Constance and The Berlin Apartment, marking PARCO's expansion into interactive entertainment rooted in culture, artistry, and innovation.
"PARCO has always grown alongside culture and art," says Yuichi Nishizawa, General Manager at PARCO GAMES. "With PARCO GAMES, we are bringing that same spirit into games. Nova Antarctica reflects the kind of imaginative and emotionally rich experiences we want to support."
To coincide with the launch, Nova Antarctica will be featured at the Taipei Game Show, taking place at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center from January 29 to February 1, 2026, where attendees can experience the game firsthand on the show floor.
Nova Antarctica launches today on Steam for $24.99/€24.50/£20.99, with a 20% launch discount bringing the prices down to $19.99/€19.60/£16.79 until February 9 at 23:59 JST. Players will also be able to get their hands on a Premiere Collection, featuring a digital Official Visual Book showcasing the game's artwork.
About RexLabo
RexLabo is an independent studio creating story-driven games designed to move players emotionally. By combining automation with Unity in a hybrid approach, the team delivers high-quality experiences quickly, even at a small scale. From Tokyo to the world, RexLabo crafts memorable games where story and system work hand in hand to create compelling experiences.
About PARCO GAMES
PARCO GAMES is a new Japanese indie games label from PARCO, a long-standing cultural pioneer celebrated for blending fashion, art, retail, and creative experiences through its iconic shopping centres and diverse initiatives. Building on this legacy, PARCO GAMES puts creators first, providing a platform for unique voices and imaginative visions. The label champions games with bold ideas, striking art styles, and innovative storytelling, continuing PARCO's tradition of shaping culture in fresh and unexpected ways.
