Fairytale Heroes Fight Capitalism in Paper Mario-Inspired RPG Escape from Ever After

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Publisher HypeTrain Digital and developer Sleepy Castle Studio have announced that their upcoming adventure RPG Escape from Ever After will launch on January 23, 2026. It takes heavy inspiration from the classic Paper Mario series and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.

Escape from Ever After presents a unique premise: fairytale and storybook heroes must band together to fight back against the pervasive forces of capitalism. Players will dive into vibrant storybook worlds filled with colorful characters and captivating locales, ultimately working to dismantle the greedy Ever After Inc. from the inside out by climbing the corporate ladder.

The gameplay centers on turn-based combat that rewards both experimentation and strategic thinking. Players must build and customize their party, with every character possessing unique skills that can be equipped and upgraded throughout the journey.

Beyond battling hordes of enemies, the game integrates its narrative and simulation elements:

• Office Life: Players engage in office banter, help their storybook coworkers, and even get to decorate their office space as they advance through the corporate ranks of Ever After Inc.
• Vast Exploration: The game encourages exploration of its storybook worlds, which are filled with sidequests, hidden treasures, and secrets waiting to be discovered.
• Dynamic Narrative: The charming and lively narrative is designed to keep players engaged as the storybook rules are constantly changing, all set to an energetic, jazzy, big-band soundtrack.