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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 4h

The time has come to relive history, or reshape it....

The NUTMEG! Matchday Experience Demo is available NOW! ⚽

Play four iconic games in football history – and make the right decisions to take the glory.

Download the demo today on Steam:
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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 2h

The IGN Fan Fest 2025: Fall Edition starts now!

Tune in for a new look at NUTMEG!'s retro football action and a whole ton of games, movies and more.

#IGNFanFest

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 4h

And if you want a closer look at NUTMEG!, tune into the IGN Fan Fest livestream, starting in just a couple of hours!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3by...

#IGNFanFest

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 4h

And if you want a closer look at NUTMEG!, tune into the IGN Fan Fest livestream, starting in just a couple of hours!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3by...

#IGNFanFest

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 4h

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 1d

We're bringing terror and chaos to @galaxiesshow.com !

Tune in live on 23rd October for updates on Escape The Backrooms and Instruments of Destruction, along with a ton of other awesome video games; don't miss it!

www.galaxiesshow.com/

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 2d

We've a plethora of games in the Games Under 5 Hours Steam event starting today!

Discover discounts and find your weekend fun in Dear Esther or Instruments of Destruction, plus many more stories and adventures to be found!

#GamesUnder5Hours

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 2d

Saturday, 3PM. Every decision you made, every training session you ran. It all boils down to these 90 minutes.

But how exactly do match days work in NUTMEG?

Our latest blog tackles that very subject, so you can avoid slipping up in a high-pressure moment 👇

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 5d

And if you’re going through a hard time, Mind have plenty of helpful resources and advice for those in the UK: www.mind.org.uk/get-involved... or Mental Health America in the US: mhanational.org/

#WMHD2025

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 5d

Today is World Mental Health Day, so we asked the Secret Mode team what their go-to games are when they need to unwind or escape.

Some of their answers were Spyro 2, the Batman: Arkham series, and Dorfromantik, but what are your comfort games?

#WMHD2025

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 6d

When someone writes the story of your life, how will it begin?

The demo for wholesome puzzle game A Storied Life: Tabitha is available now on Steam!

Sort through the belongings of a deceased loved one and write two early chapters of their memoir: store.steampowered.com/app/3...

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 7d

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 7d

From scouts identifying key transfer targets to physiotherapists performing miracles patching up an injured player, a club's backroom staff can make or break a season.

In NUTMEG!, you'll be hiring (+ firing) staff members to help propel your club to new heights.

Read more 👇

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 8d

Escape the Backrooms leaves liminal space and no-clips into Version 1.0 launch on October 23 with four new levels to enjoy / fear / tackle / run from [DELETE AS APPLICABLE]

🌳 Grassrooms
🚧 Bunker
🐻 Level 974
🚫 Overgrowth

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 9d

Why does Mhairi travel to the North Sea, and what's waiting for her on the dive?

Those of you who have played Still Wakes The Deep: Siren's Rest will know, but check out Sagar's full interview for an even deeper dive into the game: youtu.be/Rqq40jSQTjw

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 9d

Find out more about how to turn your club into a success in the latest NUTMEG! dev blog: store.steampowered.com/news/...

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 9d

In NUTMEG!, merchandise remains an integral part of maintaining a healthy cash flow and building a strong football club.

Don’t be a mug: purchase scarves, shirts, coasters, pennants, and more and let the money roll in… hopefully. 🤞

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 11d

Beira D dive crew, take a bow 🤿

Still Wakes the Deep: Siren’s Rest is nominated for ‘Best Game Expansion’ in this year’s Golden Joystick Awards! Vote now via the link below before October 31, ahead of the ceremony on November 20 🏆
www.gamesradar.com/goldenjoy...

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 12d

Not sure what to do this weekend? Why not evolve your plans and jump into the Everything is Crab Playtest!

This roguelite lets you concoct your own unique creature in every run, both mechanically and visually, using real-life-inspired evolutionary choices 🦀

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 13d

Find out more about how to best manage your club in NUTMEG! in the latest blog: store.steampowered.com/news/...

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 13d

Money, money, money...

In NUTMEG!, you'll need to carefully manage your team's bank balance.

Sell merch to fill the coffers, then sign new players, bolster your backroom staff, or sign off on a new stadium development!

Bigger stands = bigger income, but do you have the fans to make it worthwhile?

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 14d

September 30th // October 1st

Screenshots of Rennick from Still Wakes The Deep, the first in his human form and the second in his monster form

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 14d

Sagar Beroshi, Principal Narrative Designer at @thechineseroom.co.uk , sat down for an in-depth chat about Still Wakes The Deep: Siren's Rest.

Check out the full interview over on YouTube; the perfect way to start the spookiest month of the year! 👇

youtu.be/Rqq40jSQTjw

Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 15d

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 15d

In NUTMEG!, you're responsible for so much more than what happens on the pitch.

Income, merchandise, staffing & more are all under your control, so wind up your big computer and dig out your fancy calculator as we take a look at what you'll be managing outside of the team 👇

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Laced @lacedrecords.com · 15d

🔊SOUND ON🔊 for "The Antagonist" by Jason Graves from Still Wakes the Deep: Siren’s Rest. Now streaming on Spotify, YouTube, Bandcamp, & more: lnk.to/swtd-sirens-rest

@thechineseroom.co.uk @jasongravesmusic.bsky.social @wearesecretmode.com

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · 16d

The days are getting colder and the nights are getting longer, but it's not all bad...

The Steam Autumn Sale is here and we've got up to 80% off across the Secret Mode catalogue including Still Wakes The Deep, Escape the Backrooms, A Little to the Left and more!

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