Ubisoft’s Insane Action Game Morbid Metal Hits Early Access, and We’re Desperate to Play It on PS5
Morbid Metal, an action game developed by Cologne-based Screen Juice and published by Ubisoft, has launched in early access on Steam. The game has generated increasing interest with each successive reveal and is now available for PC players to experience.
What distinguishes Morbid Metal within Ubisoft’s portfolio is that it operates independently outside the publisher’s multi-studio umbrella structure. Screen Juice maintains creative control as the developer while Ubisoft handles publishing duties, demonstrating the publisher’s continued partnership with independent developers on titles outside its internal studio network.
The early access launch represents a significant milestone for the project. The game has been noted for its flashy, visually impressive action gameplay, generating anticipation among viewers and media outlets. Industry observers are optimistic about its PC reception, with speculation that strong early access performance could lead to broader platform expansion.
Given Ubisoft’s established track record of multiplatform releases, attention now turns to whether Morbid Metal will eventually reach consoles—particularly PlayStation 5, for which there has been hope among commentators. The success of the early access period on Steam could be a determining factor in whether Ubisoft greenlights a console release strategy.
The partnership exemplifies how major publishers continue to work with independent developers on publishing deals, offering a different development model than many of Ubisoft’s larger franchise titles.