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Supernova Studios

Supernova Studios is currently in early access with their debut title Funnel Runners, which launched on Steam on July 17, 2026. The game has achieved 'Very Positive' reviews and a peak of 5,476 concurrent players.

Synthesized from 2 Yomimono stories · updated Jul 17

Supernova Studios released their debut game, Funnel Runners, on Steam on July 17, 2026. The title is a first-person survival escape game that supports solo play and online co-op for up to eight players. Players are placed in a city threatened by an F5-class tornado and must explore randomly generated areas to collect vehicle parts, fuel, and tools, then repair a van and escape before the map is destroyed. The tornado and storms grow in strength over time, and items cannot be obtained from collapsed areas. Dynamic weather includes lightning, acid rain, hail, and fires. Player communication uses proximity voice chat and a transceiver.

Shortly after launch, the game reached 5,476 concurrent players on Steam. User reviews are 'Very Positive,' with 84% of 207 reviews positive at the time of one report. The game had accumulated over 170,000 Steam wishlist registrations ahead of its release. The early access price is 1,500 yen, with a 10% launch discount available until July 24. The game currently does not support Japanese language.

Supernova Studios plans a one-year early access period during which they will add new biomes, weather types, modes, and gadgets. No paid DLC will be released during early access.

Key facts

Release date
July 17, 2026
Co-op support
Solo and online co-op for up to eight players
Game premise
City threatened by an F5-class tornado, players must repair a van and escape
Peak concurrent players
5,476
Steam user review rating
Very Positive (84% positive from 207 reviews)
Pre-launch wishlists
Over 170,000
Early access period
One year, with new biomes, weather types, modes, and gadgets planned
Paid DLC during early access
None

Timeline

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Jul 17

Co-op Tornado Survival Game 'Funnel Runners' Launches to 'Very Positive' Steam Reviews

Developer Supernova Studios released the early access version of 'Funnel Runners' on Steam on July 17, 2026. The game is a first-person survival escape title that supports solo play and online co-op for up to eight players. Set in a city threatened by an F5-class tornado, players must explore randomly generated areas to collect vehicle parts, fuel, and tools, then repair a broken-down van and escape before the entire map is destroyed. The tornado and storms grow in strength over time, and items cannot be obtained from collapsed areas. The game also includes dynamic weather effects such as lightning, acid rain, hail, and fires. Player communication uses proximity voice chat and a transceiver. The number of concurrent players reached 5,476 shortly after launch, and Steam user reviews have earned a 'Very Positive' rating, with 84% of 207 reviews positive at the time of one report. The early access price is 1,500 yen, with a 10% launch discount until July 24. The game currently does not support Japanese language. Supernova Studios plans a one-year early access period, adding new biomes, weather types, modes, and gadgets, with no paid DLC during early access.

Jun 11

Funnel Runners Launches July 16 on Steam With 8-Player Co-Op Tornado Escape

Supernova Studios announced 'Funnel Runners' will launch on PC via Steam on July 16 (July 17 in Japan). The game supports up to eight players in co-op, tasking them with repairing a van and escaping a city as an F5 tornado destroys the map. Randomly generated item locations and weather ensure varied runs each playthrough. The title has over 170,000 Steam wishlist registrations ahead of release.