May 29, 2025 — Mundfish, the acclaimed developer behind the alternate-history shooter Atomic Heart, has officially announced the launch of a new publishing and development support company called Mundfish Powerhouse. This strategic expansion follows a major player milestone for Atomic Heart, which has now surpassed 10 million players across all platforms.
“Powerhouse is not just a publishing arm,” Mundfish stated. “It’s a full-scale creative and operational partner designed to empower the next generation of bold game creators.”
🎮 From Atomic Heart to a Broader Vision
Released in 2023, Atomic Heart was Mundfish’s debut title. Despite experiencing some technical hiccups at launch, the game quickly earned praise for its ambitious world-building, unique setting, and fluid combat. The title now holds a 74 critic average on OpenCritic and a Very Positive rating on Steam, solidifying its place in modern shooter history.
Set in a retrofuturistic version of the Soviet Union, the game follows Major Sergey “P-3” Nechayev as he battles rogue robots in the mysterious Facility 3826. A mix of action, mystery, and science fiction, Atomic Heart set the tone for Mundfish’s creative ambitions.
🚀 Powerhouse: More Than Publishing
Mundfish Powerhouse aims to go beyond traditional publishing. It will act as a creative and operational partner—offering support in funding, marketing, production, and global distribution for developers with unique and daring concepts.
With Powerhouse, Mundfish wants to help indie and mid-tier developers bring high-impact titles to market, echoing the boldness that made Atomic Heart stand out.
🌍 Supporting Global Talent
Mundfish is positioning Powerhouse as a platform for international collaboration, signaling an openness to work with studios worldwide. The initiative is part of a broader push to invest in risk-taking, high-concept games that often struggle to gain traction in the mainstream market.
📈 What’s Next?
With 10 million players under its belt and a growing reputation for ambitious storytelling, Mundfish is now poised to play a bigger role in shaping the future of the gaming industry. Through Powerhouse, the studio aims to amplify the voices of innovative creators and bring bold visions to life.