Become a Pawsome Agent in Barkour
VARSAV Game Studios has officially announced that Barkour will launch in Q4 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The reveal comes as the Polish indie developer celebrates its 10th anniversary, marking the end of a four-year development journey for its unique canine spy adventure.
Alongside the release window announcement, the studio has unveiled a brand-new story trailer that shifts the spotlight away from gameplay and focuses on the heart of the adventure. While previous trailers highlighted parkour, stealth, combat, and gadget-filled missions, this latest look explores the motivation behind Agent T.H.U.N.D.E.R.’s most important mission yet.
Barkour is a single-player action platformer with stealth elements, offering an estimated 15 to 18 hours of gameplay across handcrafted levels and diverse environments. The story blends spy-movie action with humor, expressive animation, and surprisingly emotional moments. Although T.H.U.N.D.E.R. remains an ordinary dog at heart, a special translation gadget allows players to understand his thoughts, while his personality shines through his reactions and body language.
Players will also get an early chance to try the game during Gamescom 2026. VARSAV has confirmed that a significantly expanded demo will debut at the event, featuring major improvements to gameplay, visuals, content, and overall polish. Visitors attending Gamescom can find Barkour at the HOME of INDIES area in Hall 10.2, Stand E-19.
With its charming premise and polished action, BARKOUR is shaping up to be one of the more memorable indie releases to watch later this year.