Experience Cinematic Storytelling in Sky: Two Embers - Part 1 Launches July 21

Gaming Staff • July 15, 2025

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Thatgamecompany has announced the launch of Season of The Two Embers - Part 1, a new season in the game Sky: Children of the Light, starting on July 21, 2025. This season introduces a unique cinematic storytelling experience, combining film, interactive narrative, and cooperative play. The story revolves around an orphan's journey in a world fading to darkness, presented through animated chapters and playable Seasonal Quests.

A gentle manatee companion accompanies players, reflecting the emotional depth of the game and its themes of empathy, trust, and resilience. Season of The Two Embers - Part 1 also introduces an expansive market village environment, with cosmetics inspired by the setting. The story unfolds in-game, with chapters debuting weekly and viewable during specific timeframes, culminating in a one-time showing following the Sky Creator Awards ceremony on August 15.

Sky: Children of the Light, a free-to-play iOS game, was released in 2019 and has received numerous awards, including Apple's iPhone Game of the Year and 'Best Mobile Game' at the Game Developers Choice Awards. The game expanded to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC, achieving 270 million downloads as of 2025. Thatgamecompany is dedicated to creating artistic, emotional, and enriching experiences that inspire human connection.

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