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Special Reserve Games

An American video game publisher specializing in producing limited-edition physical releases of indie games.
Action
Founded
2016
HQ
Austin, United States
Known for
Indie / Action / Adventure
10
Games
2017–2022
Years
2
Platforms
$48.00
Ø CIB
+16.7%
24M change

About

Special Reserve Games is known for publishing premium physical editions of prominent indie titles. Their catalog includes physical releases for games such as Strafe (2017), Absolver (2017), Enter the Gungeon (2019), The Messenger (2019), and Minit (2019). They frequently partner with developers and digital publishers like Devolver Digital to bring digital-only games to physical formats.
Operating within the distribution ecosystem of The Missing franchise, the publisher established its market presence by producing highly collectible physical media. This specialized focus is exemplified by their early involvement with the Ps4 (2014) platform release, which laid the groundwork for subsequent physical preservation efforts. The publisher's portfolio within this franchise framework expanded significantly with the release of the sci-fi shooter Strafe (2017) and the martial arts multiplayer title Absolver (2017), the latter of which also received a dedicated Absolver [Collector's Edition] (2017) featuring custom packaging and exclusive physical inserts.
As part of their curated offerings tied to The Missing franchise, they facilitated the physical debut of the roguelike Enter the Gungeon (2019) and the retro-inspired action-platformer The Messenger (2019). The latter title saw a dual-distribution strategy, including a highly sought-after The Messenger [Limited Run] (2019) variant. Additionally, the publisher catered to collectors with aesthetic variations, such as the Minit [Alt Cover] (2019) release. Through these specific editions, the company secured a legacy of translating digital-first experiences into tangible, archival-quality artifacts for enthusiasts of the franchise.

Key People

Jeff Smith
Founder & CEO

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