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Order of the Sinking Star launches October 8

The creator of Braid and The Witness is releasing a new puzzle game on October 8, but not everyone is happy about it.

By · Published August 18, 2026  18:27 UTC · Updated August 21, 2026  15:48 UTC

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Order of the Sinking Star received a launch date of October 8 alongside a new trailer and multiple previews. Jonathan Blow addressed ongoing concerns regarding game credits following the initial announcements.

Epilogue added 46d ago, after coverage quieted.

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Who is the designer of Order of the Sinking Star?

Jonathan Blow, known for designing Braid and The Witness, is the designer of Order of the Sinking Star.

When is Order of the Sinking Star set to launch?

Order of the Sinking Star is set to launch on October 8.

What platforms will Order of the Sinking Star be available on?

Order of the Sinking Star will be available on PS5.

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 8 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 8 distinct news outlets with 9 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 6.
  • Primary Driver: The creator of Braid and The Witness is releasing a new puzzle game on October 8, but not everyone is happy about it.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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Order of the Sinking Star, the latest game from Jonathan Blow, the designer behind Braid and The Witness, is set to launch on October 8. The game has garnered significant attention, with previews and interviews published by DualShockers, Gamereactor UK, and Push Square. Gamereactor UK describes it as an awe-inspiring puzzler of almost overwhelming scale.

The game's release date was confirmed by Gematsu. The game's launch is not without controversy. Polygon.com notes that Blow has had to address a credits drama, though details remain unclear.

The game's scale and the designer's reputation ensure that Order of the Sinking Star will be closely watched. However, the credits drama could potentially overshadow the game's launch, depending on how it unfolds.

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Order of the Sinking Star Jonathan Blow Braid The Witness PS5 Puzzle Games

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