Lil Gator Game: Gator of the Year Physical Edition Out Now!
Full package Edition Including Base Game and In the Dark DLC, Available Today on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch
Macclesfield, UK – February 27, 2026.
It's time to grab your cardboard sword and make room on your shelf. Silver Lining Interactive, Playtonic Friends & MegaWobble are thrilled to announce that Lil Gator Game: Gator of the Year Physical Edition is OUT NOW, bringing Lil Gator's full heartfelt adventure together in one adorable package.
Published physically by Silver Lining Interactive, the Gator of the Year Edition is available today through Silver Lining Direct or local retailers, and includes both the original Lil Gator Game and its major expansion, In the Dark, all on the cartridge or disc. For players new to the island, or longtime friends ready to own the complete journey, this physical edition is the perfect way to experience Lil Gator's story from start to finish!
Buy Lil Gator: Gator Of The Year Physicals here!
A World Beneath the Playground
In the Dark expands Lil Gator's island with a sprawling underground playground that rivals the surface world in size and imagination. From bioluminescent caves to secret hideaways and winding passageways, exploration is filled with discovery, side quests, and new friends waiting just around the corner.
New Friends... and New Frenemies
Not everyone underground is ready to play nice. A group of moody troublemakers has taken root below the surface, and it's up to Lil Gator's boundless empathy, charm, and positivity to turn conflict into connection. Expect heartfelt moments, playful mischief, and stories packed with big feelings.
New Tools for Bigger Adventures
Lil Gator's imagination gets an upgrade with new movement abilities and playful gadgets, including gymnastic ribbons for stylish double jumps and powerful ground-slamming moves. These new tools make exploration faster, freer, and more expressive than ever before.
In the Dark serves as a warm and joyful finale to Lil Gator's journey, a celebration of creativity, friendship, and the simple magic of playing pretend.
Play Today
Lil Gator Game: In the Dark expansion is available for all platforms now via digital stores along with the digital release of the Gator of the Year Edition for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X and Nintendo Switch.
The physical Gator of the Year Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch can be purchased from Silver Lining Direct or local retailers!
About Playtonic Friends
The studio that brought you Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair, Playtonic launched their publishing arm, Playtonic Friends to be a helping hand to indie developers around the world. Established in February 2021 Playtonic Friends has helped bring incredible titles such as B.P.M, Demon Turf, Blossom Tales 2 and Lil Gator Game to wider audiences.
About MegaWobble
MegaWobble is the collaborative talents of Scott Slucher, Robin Burgess, and Connor Quinn who are bringing to life a passion project about a silly little gator on a wholesome journey of self-discovery!
About Silver Lining Interactive
Silver Lining Interactive is an independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.
