Death by Scrolling: A New Adventure by Ron Gilbert

Death by Scrolling is the title of the newest game from esteemed developer Ron Gilbert. It was presented at the 2025 Gamescom event and is currently set to be available exclusively on PC.

Death by Scrolling

Gilbert, notably recognized for creating the Monkey Island series, unveiled his latest endeavor during the Gamescom 2025 Opening Night Live. The game, described as a blend of roguelike and bullet hell mechanics, promises a fast-paced, chaotic gaming experience where players navigate through vertically scrolling environments while being pursued by the Grim Reaper, who symbolizes inevitable failure.

The narrative unfolds in Purgatory, a surreal landscape influenced by various mythologies. Players will need to collect wealth in order to escape, emphasizing the game’s core mechanics of survival and progression.

The title is intended for release in late 2025, under the banner of MicroProse Software, though it was first hinted at in late 2024 by Gilbert. As anticipation builds, more details about this unique gaming experience are expected to emerge in the coming months.