{"id":40275,"date":"2026-07-30T16:43:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T16:43:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=40275"},"modified":"2026-07-30T16:43:22","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T16:43:22","slug":"thimbleweed-park-2-a-unique-game-in-development-expected-for-release-in-2028","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=40275","title":{"rendered":"Thimbleweed Park 2: A Unique Game in Development, Expected for Release in 2028"},"content":{"rendered":"
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### Thimbleweed Park 2: An Exciting Return to Pixelated Adventure<\/p>\n

The gaming community is reeling with excitement as Ron Gilbert, famed for his work on the beloved Monkey Island series, has announced the development of **Thimbleweed Park 2**. Following the cancellation of his previous project described as \u201cClassic Zelda meets Diablo meets Thimbleweed Park,\u201d this news brings a renewed sense of adventure to fans of the genre.<\/p>\n

#### Development Announcement<\/p>\n

In a recent update on his Grumpy Gamer blog, Gilbert shared both good news and a playful twist on bad news, stating that the production for Thimbleweed Park 2 has officially commenced, with a release slated for early **2028**. The game will be self-published, with assistance from a private investor. Fans can eagerly anticipate the return of key team members including Mark Ferrari, Gary Winnick, David Fox, and Octavi Navarro, who were integral to the original game’s success. Gilbert also plans to document the development through a dedicated dev blog, reminiscent of their approach during the creation of the first Thimbleweed Park.<\/p>\n

#### What to Expect in Thimbleweed Park 2<\/p>\n

While specific details about the game remain sparse, the initial description on its Steam page teases that it will be \u201cmore Thimbleweed Park than ever.\u201d Players will once again meet fan-favorites agents Ray and Reyes as they embark on a peculiar investigation at the infamous **Edmund Mansion**, which intriguingly centers around a dead body. The game’s narrative, described as “Not really a sequel. Not really a prequel. It\u2019s more Thimbleweed Park and just as weird,” promises to maintain the series’ signature blend of humor and mystery, leaving fans curiously speculating about the plot.<\/p>\n

Beyond the official leads, beloved characters such as Ransome, Delores, and Franklin will return, each with their idiosyncratic quips about the game’s production, further adding to the anticipation surrounding the sequel.<\/p>\n

#### A Nostalgic Journey Ahead<\/p>\n

As the gaming landscape becomes increasingly dominated by hyper-realistic graphics and expansive open worlds, Thimbleweed Park 2 firmly reverts to the classic charm of pixel art adventure gaming. For those yearning for a return to roots characterized by clever writing and quirky storytelling, this sequel stands as a beacon of hope.<\/p>\n

Fans of the original Thimbleweed Park and new players alike can add **Thimbleweed Park 2** to their Steam wishlist [here](https:\/\/store.steampowered.com\/app\/4932120\/Thimbleweed_Park_2\/), and they can look forward to more updates as its development progresses.<\/p>\n

The excitement surrounding this title is palpable, revitalizing the adventure game genre and promising a return to the playful, engaging experience that only a Ron Gilbert creation can deliver. As we await its release in 2028, the gaming world can only wonder what deliciously weird surprises Thimbleweed Park 2 has in store.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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\nHark! I bring word of some good news for those of you with an appetite for adventure games with tasty pixel art. You may remember that Monkey Island creator Ron Gilbert was working on a game that was described as “Classic Zelda meets Diablo meets Thimbleweed Park<\/a>.” That got canned at the end of last year<\/a>, unfortunately, but the spirit of Thimbleweed Park<\/a> lives on. Literally! As Thimbleweed Park 2 is in the works.\n<\/p>\n

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