Darwin's Paradox!

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Embark on a grand adventure worthy of a true animated movie with Darwin, an octopus as charming as he is clever, ripped from the ocean and trapped in a massive and mysterious industrial complex. With his extraordinary intelligence and incredible abilities – swimming, camouflage, and many other fascinating skills – help him overcome the most formidable traps and dangers in this captivating platformer, adventure, and puzzle game.

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Developer:
ZDT Studio
Publisher:
Konami
Engine:
Unreal
Release date:
02 April 2026
Recent Steam reviews:
Very Positive (120)
All Steam reviews:
Very Positive (643)

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Description

Embark on a grand adventure worthy of a true animated movie with Darwin, an octopus as charming as he is clever, ripped from the ocean and trapped in a massive and mysterious industrial complex. With his extraordinary intelligence and incredible abilities – swimming, camouflage, and many other fascinating skills – help him overcome the most formidable traps and dangers in this captivating platformer, adventure, and puzzle game.

In the peaceful vastness of the ocean, Darwin, a young octopus, explores the deep sea… until a strange beam of light pierces the abyss and pulls him toward the surface. Thrust out of his aquatic world, he wakes up disoriented in the middle of a gigantic junkyard, backed by a foreboding factory.

But something is wrong. Between the threatening machines, strange holding tanks, and the mysterious and dangerous creatures and characters that inhabit the place, Darwin realizes he is in danger. To return to the ocean, Darwin will have to outsmart, evolve, and reveal to the players through his journey the mysteries of a conspiracy that goes beyond anything one could have imagined… and which could very well seal the fate of humanity!

Main Gameplay Features:

A grand adventure worthy of an animated movie

With rich artistic direction and a vibrant world, Darwin’s Paradox immerses you in a visual and emotional epic where every detail reveals more of its incredible story.

Original gameplay

The game offers a perfect balance between platforming sequences and moments of puzzle-solving: Swim, hide, infiltrate, jump, and use the extraordinary abilities of an octopus to advance in your adventure, escape perilous situations, or solve the many puzzles in the game.

A living and interactive world

Discover sprawling levels with a unique and polished artistic direction, filled with puzzles, dangers, and surprising creatures and characters.

An immersive and poignant narrative

Between humor, emotion, and suspense, Darwin takes you on a memorable odyssey.

Recommended system requirements

minimum*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS:
Windows 10
Processor:
AMD or Intel quad-core CPU, 2.5GHz or faster
Memory:
8 GB RAM
Graphics:
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | AMD Radeon RX-5600 XT 6GB
DirectX:
Version 12
Network:
Broadband Internet connection
Storage:
10 GB available space
Additional Notes:
SSD recommended. Minimum Specifications allow for 720p resolution at 30 FPS in Low Quality settings

recommended*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS:
Windows 10 | 11
Processor:
AMD or Intel 8 cores CPU, 3.5Ghz or faster
Memory:
16 GB RAM
Graphics:
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 8GB | AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT 8Gb
DirectX:
Version 12
Network:
Broadband Internet connection
Storage:
10 GB available space
Additional Notes:
SSD recommended. Recommended Specifications allow for 1080p resolution at 30 to 60 FPS in Medium Quality settings and 1080p at 30 FPS in High Quality Settings.

User reviews

xxadonisxx
Recommended | 16 Jul 2026
12.5h played

Darwin's Paradox! is an imaginative action-platformer developed by ZDT Studio and published by KONAMI that transforms one of nature's most intelligent sea creatures into the unlikely hero of a cinematic adventure. The

Helpful: 1
Abelhawk
Recommended | 18 Jul 2026
4.8h played

It's not amazing. It's funny and the puzzles are okay. It feels a little underdeveloped in some places, and it ends very abruptly and unsatisfyingly, which tainted the entire game for me. I dunno. I give it a 5.5 out of

Helpful: 0
AwkwardGamerRN
Recommended | 07 Jul 2026
5.8h played

Speaking as a 38 year old gamer who’s been at it since childhood… And RARELY use this term… This is an absolute work of art. There is no script. Just pure, raw, emotional guidance via cinematic glory when it comes

Helpful: 1
ToyBoxHero
Recommended | 09 Jul 2026
11.0h played

Pretty fun little puzzle platformer. I was excited about this game when it was first announced, I managed to 100% the game in about 6 in-game hours. Considering how quickly i got all achievements, I would highly suggest

Helpful: 0
Sophie I
Recommended | 16 Jul 2026
6.2h played

Fun game! Would play again so I can find all the extras. I think this is definitely playable for those who aren't hardcore gamers (like myself) but still like a bit of a challenge and adventure.

Helpful: 1
Splenku
Not recommended | 11 Jul 2026
4.5h played

This game is a perfect example of a "meh" recommendation. While I overall enjoyed my brief time with the game, some of the flaws hold me back from recommending this to others. I will start off and say that if you are

Helpful: 2