Keplerians

Keplerians is an independent video game developer and publisher based in Irún, in Spain’s Basque Country. Established in 2013, the studio creates games for mobile, PC and consoles, with a particular focus on first-person survival horror, stealth and escape-room puzzles. Its games combine threatening characters, environmental challenges and interconnected stories within the broader Keplerians Horror Universe.

The company initially developed tower-defense and other longer-cycle projects before shifting toward mobile releases. Its early success, Crossy Creepers, attracted more than seven million downloads and helped establish a sustainable foundation for the business. The 2018 release of Evil Nun marked its move into the mobile horror genre, gaining visibility through YouTube and streaming communities.

Horror franchises and ongoing development

The studio’s best-known properties include Evil Nun, Ice Scream and Mr. Meat. These franchises explore horror through pursuit, puzzle solving and escape mechanics, while spin-offs extend the characters into multiplayer, battle royale and idle-game formats. The Ice Scream saga spans eight main episodes, and the original game alone has exceeded 100 million installs. Across its catalog, Keplerians reports more than 600 million cumulative downloads worldwide.

Alongside developing new releases, the studio maintains its games through live operations, seasonal events and content updates. Its work encompasses game design, programming, art, publishing and marketing, with social media and creator communities playing a significant role in reaching players internationally.

Publishing and platform expansion

Through Keplerians Publishing, the company works with independent developers to bring third-party games to wider audiences. It also collaborates with external developers on projects that extend its own properties beyond mobile devices.

That expansion includes Evil Nun: The Broken Mask, an Unreal Engine adaptation released for PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch. Beyond individual releases, Keplerians operates a shared player ecosystem through the Keplerians Network and maintains an official merchandise shop, connecting its games with a broader community around its characters and fictional worlds.