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Darwin's Paradox! Gets First Single, 'Back to the Sea'

Get ready for an immersive journey into a world filled with adventure, humor, and striking visual style as you explore the action-packed landscapes of Darwin's Paradox! with its captivating single, 'Back To The Sea', releasing alongside the full soundtrack on April 3rd.

Bruno Pferd · 1 min read

Konami, in collaboration with Milan Records and Sony Music Masterworks, has released "Back to the Sea," the first single from the original game soundtrack of Darwin's Paradox. Composed and produced by French music producer Franck Lascombe, founder of indiepop band Flypop, "Back to the Sea" features a music video by ZDT Studio, the developers of Darwin's Paradox. The video combines in-game visuals with original animation, showcasing Darwin the Octopus and the game's distinctive art style. Konami released the single on March 13, 2026, on digital platforms. The music video is also available to watch online. The complete soundtrack will be released by Milan Records on April 3. Darwin's Paradox is scheduled to launch on April 2 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Epic Games Store, and Steam. This action-adventure title casts players as Darwin, an octopus transported far from his ocean home, who must explore a bizarre and unfamiliar world. Players will navigate treacherous environments, overcome enemies, and utilize Darwin’s unique abilities in his quest to return to the sea.

Darwin's Paradox: An Engaging Adventure Blending Humor and Emotion

Through its combination of cinematic narrative, platforming gameplay, and imaginative environmental design, Darwin's Paradox offers an engaging adventure with a blend of humor and heartfelt emotion, all wrapped in a striking visual presentation. Stay updated on Darwin's Paradox by visiting the official site and following Konami and ZDT Studio on social media.

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Game info

Official Name
Darwin's Paradox!
Brief Summary
Dive into the adventure with Darwin, an octopus as endearing as he is ingenious, torn from the ocean and trapped in a vast and mysterious industrial complex. Harness his unique talents and abilities to help him overcome the many dangers and traps in this captivating platformer and adventure game.
Platforms
PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S
Released
April 2, 2026
Genre
Platform, Puzzle, Adventure, Indie
Play Modes
Single player
Content Rating
7
Languages
Chinese (Simplified), English, French, Korean
Genre
ZDT Studio
Genre
Konami

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