Snail Inc.’s Wandering Wizard Highlights Publishing Strategy Following Rebel Engine Launch

Rhea-AI Summary

Snail (Nasdaq: SNAL) said its indie publishing arm Wandering Wizard released a new gameplay trailer for Rebel Engine following the title's Steam launch on Nov. 14, 2025. The game holds a "Positive" player rating on Steam and showed strong creator momentum with over 7,500 TikTok videos totaling more than 1.5 million views. Pre-launch activity included Steam Next Fest wishlist growth and hands-on demos at PAX West 2025. Partnerships with VTuber Hakos Baelz (1.09M YouTube subs) and creator Joseju (>1M subs) expanded visibility across key markets.

Positive

• Steam rating marked as "Positive" post-launch
• Creator reach of 7,500+ TikTok videos
• View count exceeding 1.5 million on creator clips
• Creator partnerships with Hakos Baelz (1.09M) and Joseju (>1M)

Negative

• None.

Insights

Product & Community Growth Analyst

Rebel Engine shows early commercial traction through strong player reception and creator-driven visibility.

Wandering Wizard’s launch produced measurable engagement: a “Positive” Steam player rating, notable wishlist spikes during Steam Next Fest, hands‑on exposure at PAX West 2025, and creator amplification via collaborations with a VTuber (Hakos Baelz, over 1.09 million YouTube subscribers) and a Spanish creator (Joseju, over one million subscribers). These facts describe a coordinated publishing playbook that leverages events, creator partnerships, and demo windows to build awareness and initial demand.

Key dependencies and risks include continued player sentiment and sustained creator interest; early metrics are favorable but narrow in time. Monitor Steam rating trends, wishlist-to-purchase conversion over the next 30–90 days, and creator content cadence. Concrete near-term items to watch: post-launch retention and reviews over Nov. 14, 2025 onward, conversion from the reported wishlist surge to active sales, and whether the reported creator output (over 7,500 TikTok videos generating more than 1.5 million views) translates into steady userbase growth within the next quarter.

CULVER CITY, Calif., Nov. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Snail, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNAL) (“Snail Games” or the “Company”), a leading global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment, announced today its indie publishing branch, Wandering Wizard, released a new gameplay trailer for Rebel Engine highlighting its distinctive combat systems. Following Rebel Engine’s launch on Steam, the title has achieved a “Positive” player rating, signaling strong audience reception.

Developed by Seven Leaf Clover, an Argentina-based studio, Rebel Engine exemplifies Wandering Wizard’s commitment to build a diversified portfolio of high-performing indie titles. Blending the combo depth of a hack-and-slash with the relentless pace of a classic boomer shooter, Rebel Engine delivers a high-energy gameplay experience that resonates with both core and emerging audiences. The title gained momentum through event participation, including PAX West 2025, where players got hands-on experience with the title. During Steam Next Fest, Rebel Engine showcased updated virtual demos during which it experienced a significant surge in wishlist activity, reflecting strong pre-launch interest.

A partnership with Hololive’s Hakos Baelz, a VTuber with over 1.09 million YouTube subscribers, produced an original video game soundtrack bridging indie gaming with the rapidly expanding VTuber music scene. Additional collaboration with Spanish gaming creator Joseju, who has a YouTube audience of over one million subscribers, further expanded the title’s visibility across European markets. Rebel Engine has demonstrated notable creator growth post-launch. Since launch, Rebel Engine has seen strong creator-driven momentum, with over 7,500 TikTok videos generating more than 1.5 million views. These results highlight the success of Wandering Wizard’s strategy to blend creative talent integration with culturally targeted collaborations that amplify community engagement and brand reach.

The new gameplay trailer is available here: [YouTube Link]
For more information, visit the Rebel Engine Steam page

For creators interested in covering any title in Snail Games’ portfolio, please reach out to creatordirect@noiz.gg

About Snail, Inc.
Snail, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNAL) is a leading, global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment for consumers around the world, with a premier portfolio of premium games designed for use on a variety of platforms, including consoles, PCs, and mobile devices. For more information, please visit: https://snail.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements 
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Investor Contact:
John Yi and Steven Shinmachi
Gateway Group, Inc.
949-574-3860
SNAL@gateway-grp.com

FAQ

What did Snail (SNAL) announce about Rebel Engine on November 14, 2025?

Snail announced Wandering Wizard released a new gameplay trailer for Rebel Engine after its Steam launch and highlighted creator momentum.

How has Rebel Engine performed with creators since launch for SNAL?

Since launch, Rebel Engine generated over 7,500 TikTok videos that together achieved more than 1.5 million views.

What Steam feedback did Rebel Engine receive after launch (SNAL)?

Rebel Engine holds a "Positive" player rating on Steam following its launch.

Which influencer partnerships did Wandering Wizard cite for Rebel Engine (SNAL)?

The company cited a collaboration with VTuber Hakos Baelz (1.09M YouTube subs) and Spanish creator Joseju (>1M subs).

Did Rebel Engine show pre-launch interest ahead of SNAL's announcement?

Yes; Rebel Engine saw increased wishlist activity during Steam Next Fest and hands-on demos at PAX West 2025.

Where can creators request coverage for Snail (SNAL) titles including Rebel Engine?

Creators can reach out via the company's creator contact at creatordirect@noiz.gg.