The wait is over! Nice Dream and Skybound Games have officially launched their award-winning narrative adventure, Goodnight Universe™ — the highly anticipated follow-up to Before Your Eyes. Available now on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for $19.99, this emotionally rich story lets players experience the world through the eyes of Isaac — a six-month-old baby with extraordinary psychic powers.
The game, which recently won Best International Game at SXSW Sydney 2025, blends interactive storytelling and cutting-edge camera technology to deliver one of the most innovative narrative adventures of the year.
A New Era of Emotional Storytelling
Developed by the BAFTA Award-winning team behind Before Your Eyes, Goodnight Universe continues the studio’s legacy of redefining emotional gaming experiences. The story follows Isaac, a baby whose life takes a surreal turn as his developing psychic abilities draw attention from a mysterious tech corporation.
The game explores deep human themes like love, connection, and belonging — all viewed through the innocence and curiosity of infancy.
“What you want most is to be loved and accepted by your family, but a secretive tech corporation wants you for their own,” the developers share.
Revolutionary “Camera-as-Controller” Gameplay
One of Goodnight Universe’s most exciting features is its “camera-as-controller” mode, which lets players interact using their eyes and facial expressions. The system builds on the innovative eye-tracking technology that made Before Your Eyes a critical success, offering a deeply personal and immersive experience.
While this feature is available on camera-supported platforms, Nintendo Switch 2 players can expect a camera support update soon. The Nintendo Switch (first-gen) version, meanwhile, will release on December 18, 2025.
Physical Editions Coming This December
For collectors, Skybound Games has announced physical editions of Goodnight Universe for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5, arriving December 9, 2025, for $29.99.
Each physical edition includes:
- The full base game
- A digital soundtrack download code
- An artbook featuring original concept art from the Nice Dream team
Pre-orders are now available at select global retailers.
A Star-Studded Cast Brings Isaac’s Story to Life
The emotional depth of Goodnight Universe is powered by a talented voice cast led by Lewis Pullman (Top Gun: Maverick, Thunderbolts) as Isaac.
The cast also includes:
- Kerri Kenney-Silver (Reno 911, The Four Seasons)
- Al Madrigal (The Daily Show, Lopez vs. Lopez)
- Tessa Espinola (S.W.A.T., The Big Show Show)
- Beau Bridges, Timothy Simons, and Sarah Burns in supporting roles
The cast’s performances add heart, humor, and tension to Isaac’s extraordinary coming-of-age story — even before he can walk or talk.
Short, Powerful, and Designed for Immersion
According to reviewers, Goodnight Universe takes around 3–4 hours to complete — making it a compact yet powerful experience. Developers recommend playing with headphones and camera tracking enabled to fully immerse yourself in the world through Isaac’s eyes.
Where to Play Goodnight Universe
You can purchase and download Goodnight Universe digitally on all major platforms:
- Steam (PC) – Find on Steam
- Nintendo Switch 2 – Find on Nintendo Store
- PlayStation 5 – Find on PlayStation Store
- Xbox Series X|S – Find on Xbox Store
