Get lost in the summer of '95 with Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 1 out now

Today, DON'T NOD released the first half of their latest narrative adventure, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage.

DON'T NOD is thrilled for the release today of its highly anticipated narrative adventure game, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. It is the first game to come from the DON’T NOD Montréal studio and is made by the original creators of Life is Strange. Tape 2 will follow on April 15, where it will become available as a free downloadable update.

There is a 10% launch discount until March 4 for Steam, Xbox and PlayStation Plus members. The game will also launch today onto the PlayStation Plus game catalog for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members. Players on PlayStation can also pre-order the retail edition of the game thanks to our partnership with Maximum Games, from participating retailers here.

A Word from Michel Koch, Creative Director

Michel Koch, Creative Director at DON’T NOD Montréal, had this to say about the launch:

“Moving to a new country, building a new team and studio, creating an entirely new universe, and breathing life into brand-new characters was no small feat—especially during strange times like the pandemic. Yet here we are, finally, ready to unveil our new game to the world, giving our characters the chance to meet you and, hopefully, bring you joy, nostalgia, and sorrow.

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is a game about finding your own space and voice within your circle of friends, about overcoming adversity, growing up, and embracing who you are. We hope this project will resonate with you, and that you'll enjoy meeting Swann, Nora, Autumn and Kat as you become part of Bloom & Rage and recreate your path through the summer of '95.”

Step Into an Alternate Reality

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage fans can expect to experience something immersive and unique in our ARG (Alternate Reality Game), which will unfold between now and the release of Tape 2. We, and our partners at Haus of Park, invite the community to come together to solve mysteries, puzzles, and hidden stories that tie deeply into the world of Bloom & Rage.

Fans can join through a Discord server where the story will begin with Erin's request for help to repair a PC. From there, players will discover the ARG's Mission Hub, where Erin will communicate with them throughout the coming weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Read the updated version of the Frequently Asked Questions document put together for eager players here for answers to questions you may have about the game, its launch, technical info, and more.

Official Soundtrack

The soundtrack to Tape 1 has been unveiled and is ready to listen to on all streaming platforms. It is also available to buy on Steam for 9.99€/$9.99. Just as the game itself, the second half of the OST will come upon Tape 2’s release as a free update.

As well as purchasing individually, players can purchase the game together with the soundtrack in a dedicated bundle! This bundle will benefit from the 10% launch discount (until March 4) and an additional 10% bundle discount.

Vinyl Pre-order Available

The entire soundtrack on double vinyl, encompassing Tapes 1 and 2, can be pre-ordered on the Kid Katana website here. The double vinyl comes in two different colors (transparent pink for “Bloom,” transparent blue for “Rage”) with a punk-style poster and more. The OST is an 18-track dream pop/ambient/punk album by three female-led groups:

- Ruth Radelet, the former lead vocalist of Chromatics

- Milk & Bone, an electropop Montréal duo

- Nora Kelly Band, a rising Montréal alt-country band: their first official single, “See You in Hell,” was released on January 9.

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is an innovative narrative adventure game set over two timelines, following four high school girls who form lasting friendships over the summer, only to face a mysterious event that will change them forever. The game explores themes of identity, rebellion, and transformation. Unravel the mysteries in “Bloom” (available today) and “Rage” (launching April 15) on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

You can check out our review of Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 1 in the card above. For more on the game, including a review of Tape 2 when that releases, stay tuned to GamingTrend.

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