Dredge meets WALL-E! as creature-collecting, metroidvania adventure Rover's Tale reveals new title, demo and lore gameplay trailer
Not all dogs go to heaven, some go to space!
12th March 2025 – Team17 and Observer Interactive have released a new trailer that reveals the lore behind the heart-warming love-letter-to-pets metroidvania Rover's Tale. This game was formerly known as Good Boy (and all Rovers featured in the trailer are still classed as the very goodest!)
WATCH THE NEW TRAILER HERE
Explore the familiar yet alien planet of Terra II, utilising upgrades and creature abilities to adapt to the different biomes, from lush forests to stinky swamps and snowy mountain tops. The LAIKA Programme gave old dogs a new lease on life by transferring their consciousness into Rovers, allowing them to live on forever as a brave space explorer!
When an Anomaly is detected on a remote planet, a Human explorer is sent out to investigate. After a bumpy landing, the Human's S.O.S beacon awakens a nearby, dormant LAIKA Rover. Equipped with your very own Space Rover,
Together, you will explore living and breathing ecosystems, encountering other Rovers and discovering the hidden secrets of the planet and unravelling the story behind its mysterious origin.
Game features:
Eco-system Metroidvania
Use a variety of tools and upgrades to capture the exotic creatures of Terra II. Harness their unique abilities to overcome obstacles and expand the world or bring them back to Homebase where they can be scanned for Research Credits. The living, breathing ecosystem of Terra II is at your disposal!
Meet the creatures
Adorable cast of creatures, each with their own memorable designs and unique abilities that will help you unlock new parts of the world
Meet the Human
A lone researcher and Introverted scientist who finds their confidence with help from their caring Rover companions. They're tasked to uncover the Anomaly and have their own 24hr activity schedule which changes over the course of the game. The bond between the human and Rovers is a core element of the story.
LAIKA Rovers
Find and reboot your sleeping canine companions, become best friends, and work together to help The Human with their mission. Complete quests for the Rovers to receive unique rewards and help them remember their past by unlocking their hidden memory tapes.
Unlock Mysteries
Delve deep into the hidden depths of Terra II! Explore sprawling caves and discover ancient temples, as you uncover the history of the planet and its previous inhabitants. Who were they? Where did they go?
Beautiful Biomes
Explore the familiar yet alien planet of Terra II. Utilise your upgrades and creature abilities to adapt to the different biomes, from lush forests to stinky swamps and snowy mountain tops.
Rover Customisation
Upgrade your Rover with new tools and capturing equipment. Maximise your exploring capabilities with motherboard enhancements and abilities. Expand your wardrobe, unlock new cosmetics, and become the most fashionable Rover on Terra II!
There is a demo for Rover's Tale out now which you can play on Steam. To stay up to date with Observer Interactive and all things Rover's Tale follow the developers on Bluesky and X.
About Observer Interactive
Founded in 2023, Observer Interactive is an independent game developer based in the North of England. Inspired by the golden age of gaming, Observer Interactive aspire to create incredible customer experiences that resonate with players long after the controller has been put down. The studio brings together a seasoned team with a collective experience of over 60 years spanning AAA, AA and indie game development. "Retro sensibilities for a modern audience" is at the core of Observers approach to game development. They firmly believe that smaller, focused teams working well together can produce unbelievable games.
About Team17 Digital
Founded in 1990, Team17 is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Part of the everplay Group plc with an extensive portfolio of over 140 titles, and fully encapsulates the spirit of independent games. Team17's portfolio of multi-award-winning and award-nominated in-house brands include Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the iconic Worms franchise, alongside its games label partner titles, including the award-winning games Date Everything, Dredge, and Overcooked! franchise. Visit www.team17.com for more information.
