Darwin's Paradox - the Konami and ZDT Studio platformer that launched on April 2, 2026 - has received its first-ever PS Store discount just two months after release, bringing the price down to $18.74 until Thursday, June 11, 2026.
The Deal at a Glance
The sale represents a 25% price cut from the standard $24.99 asking price. It is a limited-time promotion, so PS5 players keen to pick it up at this price need to act before the discount expires at the end of the sale window on June 11.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Sale price | $18.74 |
| Full price | $24.99 |
| Discount | 25% |
| Sale ends | June 11, 2026 |
| Platform | PS5 (PS Store) |
The game is single-player only, meaning no PS Plus subscription is required to play it. PS Plus Premium members, however, can cloud stream the title. A free demo is available on the PS Store for anyone still on the fence.
What Is Darwin's Paradox?
Darwin's Paradox! is a 2026 platform video game developed by ZDT Studio and published by Konami. ZDT Studio is a French independent game studio made up of around 20 passionate creators, bringing together talents from video games, cinema, and animation.
Players take on the role of an octopus named Darwin, who must use his intelligence and ability to survive and make it back to the ocean. Darwin and a friend become separated when a UFO abducts them and takes them to a food corporation called "UFOOD," and Darwin must break into the company's warehouse, rescue his companion, and uncover UFOOD's secrets involving experiments, mind control, and an extraterrestrial invasion.
The game features platforming, puzzle-solving, and stealth-inspired gameplay, with players using Darwin's abilities - swimming, camouflage, infiltration, and agile movement - to overcome traps. The title also carries a cinematic presentation with a vibrant art style and a narrative that balances humor, emotion, and suspense.
Players can also expect HDR support, ray tracing, a 4K/60 FPS mode, and a performance mode with 60 FPS and dynamic 4K scaling.
Reception
The game has landed well with players since its April launch. On Steam, Darwin's Paradox! holds a "Very Positive" rating, with 89% of 491 user reviews being positive. Outlets were similarly impressed at review - DualShockers awarded it 9/10, calling it "playful, smart, and full of heart," while Noisy Pixel also gave it 9/10, calling it a title that "delivers a striking cinematic platformer."
The project was originally announced in 2022 as former Arkane Lyon studio director Romuald Capron's next game, and at the time it was reported to draw inspiration from Limbo and Little Nightmares. It was formally revealed during the February 2025 PlayStation State of Play presentation, though its release date was later delayed into 2026.
Where to Buy
Darwin's Paradox! is available now on PS5 - find it for AU$13.86 via the price comparison table below.
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