Jackbox’s first externally published game looks like the shot in the arm the stealth genre needs, and it’ll be out this year
Jackbox Games has announced its first externally published title, a stealth-comedy game called My Arms Are Longer Now, set to release in 2026. The game offers a fresh take on the stealth genre, combining sneaky gameplay with comedic moments centered around the protagonist’s unusually long and wiggly arms.
The game’s core mechanic involves using elongated arms as the primary tool for stealth operations and heists. In a demo showcased at PAX Australia, players experienced the humor immediately, engaging in ridiculous scenarios like stretching their arms across train carriage floors and attempting to steal bikes from unsuspecting victims while they watched. The comedy isn’t a tonal surprise—it’s integral to the gameplay experience from the outset.
The game features a narrative component involving a detective investigating the protagonist’s bizarre crimes, along with witness mechanics that create consequences for careless actions. Players must navigate around these witnesses while attempting their peculiar heists, combining strategic stealth gameplay with slapstick humor. This blend of genre elements suggests My Arms Are Longer Now could reinvigorate interest in the stealth genre by offering something genuinely novel and entertaining.
With its unique premise, comedic tone, and apparent polish based on the PAX demo, the game appears poised to be a standout title when it launches later in 2026.