NICOSIA, Cyprus – February 11, 2026 – Far Far Games and Digital Vortex Entertainment today launched the first playable demo for Bylina, an upcoming isometric action RPG inspired by Slavic folklore. The demo is now available on Steam, coinciding with the start of the Steam Next Fest, offering players an early look at the game’s combat and narrative.
Bylina places players in the role of Falconet, a young warrior navigating a world steeped in Slavic mythology. The game emphasizes skill-based, real-time combat, challenging players to utilize precise timing and a variety of weapons and abilities against mythical foes, according to a press release. Players will be able to customize their hero through nonlinear progression, spells, and unique gear.
“Well, here we are, the demo is finally out. It’s been truly heartwarming to watch both the studio and the project grow,” said Alex Iliukhin, CEO of Far Far Games. “I desire to say a huge thank you to the entire team at Far Far Games for the incredible effort. We’ve truly breathed life into a whole new world.” Iliukhin also expressed gratitude to Digital Vortex Entertainment for their support.
Alex Izotov, CEO of Digital Vortex Entertainment, described the collaboration with Far Far Games as “truly inspiring.” He noted the engaging nature of playtesting and providing feedback directly to the development team, highlighting the creative flow and mutual push for improvement. “It’s been fantastic to observe how much the project has evolved, and that’s a huge credit to the incredibly talented team who have done a massive amount of work,” Izotov stated.
Far Far Games, founded in 2020 by veterans of Saber Interactive, Wargaming, and Swedish Futuregames University, is an independent studio focused on creating narrative-driven experiences for PC and console. Digital Vortex Entertainment, a new publisher comprised of industry veterans with experience on titles such as Atomic Heart and Lost Ark, is part of Utmost Games.
Bylina is scheduled for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2026. Players can follow updates and provide feedback through the game’s official Discord server, X/Twitter account, and Steam Wishlist.
