Well Dweller, a new Metroidvania game by solo developer Kyle Thompson, has launched on PS5 to exceptional critical acclaim, scoring 91 on Metacritic and 90 on OpenCritic. The game is receiving widespread praise and ranks as one of 2026's highest-rated titles, with 100% of reviewers recommending it, making it a significant release in the indie gaming space.

The game is priced at £17.99 / $19.99 and is currently offering a 15% discount for PlayStation Plus subscribers, reducing the cost to £13.59 / $16.99 for the next two weeks. Thompson previously developed Crypt Custodian, which was named the fourth-best indie game of 2024, and critics have praised Well Dweller for its polished combat, tight platforming, rewarding exploration and balanced difficulty, describing it as a darker take on the Metroidvania formula with charming character writing.