- We Were Here Tomorrow launches October 20th! - 20 September 2026
Dear Explorers,The wait is almost over! We Were Here Tomorrow is officially launching on October 20th.Our new release date trailer is out now, giving you a closer look at what awaits inside the mysterious Norček Industries facility. Take a peek at a retro-futuristic world, where you will discover new tools, meet new characters, and face puzzles that will put your communication and teamwork to the test.We’re also happy to announce that We Were Here Tomorrow will launch at €19.99 / $19.99 / £16.99, with a special 10% launch discount.For Explorers who want a little extra Tomorrow, a Fan Edition will also be available on Steam. It includes additional downloadable content and the official soundtrack, which will also be available separately.You can already wishlist them here:Just one month to go, Explorers!With around 15 hours of content, We Were Here Tomorrow will be our biggest We Were Here…
- We Were Here Tomorrow is coming this October! - 26 August 2026
Dear Explorers!The wait is almost over. We Were Here Tomorrow is coming this October!If you tuned into the Future Games Show at gamescom, you may have already heard the news. Alongside our release month, we revealed a brand-new trailer created together with KnZplay, giving you another look at the world of Norček Industries.What will Tomorrow bring?The latest trailer offers a glimpse at the retro-futuristic world of an imagined 80s future, along with some of the challenges waiting for you. Bend the rules of time, gravity, and space, use your tools in unexpected ways, and above all, trust your partner. You may be looking at the same problem, but you certainly won’t be seeing it the same way.The deeper you venture into the facility, the more questions you’ll have. What is Norček Industries trying to achieve? Why were you brought here? And what happened to the research team that came before…
- The Jester Has Escaped Castle Rock! - 1 July 2026
Dear Explorers,We have some exciting news to share: we've once again teamed up with Makeship to bring another iconic We Were Here character into the real world. This time, however, we may have made a terrible mistake...Meet The Jester Plushie.After the incredible success of our previous Makeship campaign featuring the Best Friend and Worst Friend plushies, we knew there was only one logical next step: unleash one of Castle Rock's most notorious residents upon the world.And so, The Jester has officially escaped the castle walls.Bring The Jester home:https://www.makeship.com/products/the-jester-plushie Already supported our previous plushie campaign?We have a little surprise for all Explorers who supported our Best Friend & Worst Friend campaign!If you backed our previous Makeship collaboration, be sure to check your inbox (and perhaps your spam folder as well). You should have received a…
- Surprise drop - We Were Here Tomorrow demo! - 9 April 2026
Dear Explorers!Surprise! The We Were Here Tomorrow demo is available right now on Steam! This is your first chance to get a taste of the mysteries tomorrow will hold.... In this demo, you will explore the opening area of the Norcek facility and face three cooperative puzzles designed to test your teamwork, observation, and communication.The demo will be available for one week only, so make sure to grab your co-op partner and jump in while you can. Play the demo now!💙Total Mayhem Games
- Happy Holidays Explorers! - 19 December 2025
Dear Explorers,As 2025 comes to an end, it feels like the perfect moment to pause, look back, and reflect on everything we’ve experienced together this year. Most of all, we want to thank you, our Explorers, for yet another year filled with kindness, enthusiasm, and unwavering support. None of this would be possible without you.To celebrate the holidays, we’ll be hosting a series of festive giveaways from December 22nd through December 26th over on Twitter/X and Instagram. Be sure to keep an eye on our socials during that time if you’d like a chance to win some awesome surprises. But before we look ahead, let’s rewind and revisit some of the major milestones that shaped our year. A New Home for Total Mayhem GamesThis year, we truly made our new Total Mayhem Games office our own and it finally feels like home. From creative chaos to cozy corners, it’s been amazing to build a space where…
- Soft, Cuddly, and Ready to Abandon You - the Explorer Plushies Are Here! - 24 July 2025
Dear Explorers,We have some very exciting news to share: we worked together with Makeship to design We Were Here plushies and the campaign is live starting today! Meet the Best Friend and Worst Friend plushies, inspired by all those times your buddy either saved you… or locked you in the dungeon “by accident.” How it worksSupport the campaign by grabbing your plushie(s) on Makeship.If we reach 100% funding, the plushies are officially going into production.Didn’t make the goal? No worries, everyone gets a full refund.Once funded, your new fluffy partners take 2–4 months to make, then ship right to your door. ✨ A little bonusCan’t choose? Don’t! If you pick up both the Best Friend and Worst Friend plushies, you’ll get 5% off, because let’s be real: We Were Here is always better with a partner.Keep both as a trophy for your “flawless” comms, or gift one to your partner-in-crime so they ne…
- The We Were Here series is coming to Nintendo Switch! - 10 July 2025
Dear Explorers,Some of you know these halls all too well. You’ve wandered the frozen corridors of Castle Rock, walkie-talkie in hand, voice cracking through the static. You’ve solved puzzles, shouted directions, cracked codes, and yes, maybe left your partner behind once or twice. It happens.For years, the We Were Here series has tested friendships on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Now, it’s time for a new expedition.We’re super excited to announce that We Were Here, We Were Here Too, and We Were Here Together are coming to Nintendo Switch!Your favourite co-op adventure is going handheld (or docked, if you want to see your friend betray you on the big screen).To play on Switch, you’ll need two things: a Nintendo Switch Online Membership and an external microphone. The trilogy will also be backwards compatible with the Switch 2, so whether you’re playing on shiny new hardware or your trusty…
- Celebrate World Ocean Day 2025 with us! - 22 May 2025
We're thrilled to share that We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip will once again be part of the World Ocean Day 2025 celebrations on Steam! 🐬🌍 From June 5–12, you’ll find We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip sailing into the World Ocean Day Steam sale, alongside other amazing titles like Among Us, Phasmophobia, Core Keeper, House Flipper, and more. For the event, we’re offering a 30% discount on our game — and here’s the best part: 25% of our profits during the sale will be donated to Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC). Last year, thanks to the incredible support from the gaming community, over £107,000 was raised for the cause! These funds fully supported a project in Sri Lanka that works with tuna fishers to reduce the accidental entanglement of whales and dolphins — the biggest threat they face globally. In case you'd like to read more about 2024's event and its impact,…
- Happy Holidays Explorers! - 19 December 2024
Ho, ho, ho, Explorers! 🎄 The holidays are here, and from everyone at Total Mayhem Games, we wish you happy holidays and all the best for 2025! It’s been quite the year! Maybe a quiet one on the surface, but trust us, behind the scenes at our Rotterdam base camp, it’s been anything but. We’ve been hard at work preparing for the adventures to come, and we’re thrilled to head into the new year with all of you by our side. But what’s a holiday season without a little something to unwrap? 🎁 We’re kicking things off with a 6-day advent calendar (in full We Were Here style, of course)! 🎶 Day 1: Cozy Lo-Fi Tunes for Every Explorer We’re starting things off with a musical treat! If you’ve seen the YouTube video featuring remixes of the original We Were Here soundtracks in lo-fi style, you already know the vibe. As of today, you can also find them on Spotify. Whether you’re studying, commuting…
- Don't Escape the We Were Here Franchise Sale! - 4 November 2024
🚨 Attention, Explorers! 🚨 Have you built the most perfect boat in The FriendShip and are you looking for a new adventure? We’ve got some exciting news for you! 🎉 The We Were Here series now has its very own official franchise sale page full of mystery on Steam, and to celebrate, we put a lot of love into the artwork on the page and we’re offering big discounts on the series! This is the perfect time to start completing your co-op puzzle adventure collection! 🧩✨ Whether you’ve been meaning to pick up We Were Here Too, dive into We Were Here Together, or embark on the epic journey of We Were Here Forever, now’s your chance to grab them at amazing prices. Don’t miss out—this is a limited-time sale, and these deals won’t last long! https://store.steampowered.com/sale/WWHfranchise Already a fan? Join our growing We Were Here community on Discord, where you can connect with fellow explore…
- Happy frenniversary! 🎉 - 14 September 2024
Dear Explorers, Happy Frenniversary! 🎉 It’s been one whole year since we launched We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip, and what an incredible year it’s been! Let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit the exciting moments from the reveal of this special game. Crafting a Secret After the release of We Were Here Forever in 2022, our team started plotting the next chapter in the We Were Here series. With Forever being our longest and most intricate adventure, packed with puzzles, mysteries, and expansive locations, we knew we wanted to offer something a little different next. This time, we aimed for something short, sweet, and perfect for explorers who want a bite-sized co-op experience. We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip was born—a game designed to be fun, challenging, and most of all, an absolute blast to play with your friends, whether they’re seasoned fans of the We Wer…
- We Were Here at TwitchCon Rotterdam! - 27 June 2024
Dear Explorers! It’s been a little while since we last shared news with you and we are sorry for the radio silence. The good news is, we have been busy. In the last few months, a lot of things have happened at Total Mayhem Games. In this blog we will give you some updates. Come hang out with us at TwitchCon Rotterdam! We're excited to announce that TMG will be at TwitchCon EU this weekend, right here in our hometown of Rotterdam! Come visit our booth to learn about the history behind the We Were Here series, play some games, and chat with us about game development. We're eager to share our stories and insider tips on Rotterdam's hidden gems. As a special treat, you can grab some exclusive goodies, 'secret' city maps highlighting our devs' favorite spots in Rotterdam, and if luck is on your side, you might even win one of our coveted limited edition Snowglobes! Our booth will feature a r…
- Explore We Were Here Forever Like Never Before - 21 December 2023
Attention Explorers! Have you and your fellow Explorer friends finished testing the strength of your FriendShip? Then it might be time for another adventure! As our holiday present to all Explorers, We Were Here Forever is on sale with a discount of 45% and it has just been updated with patch 1.2 which incorporates over 200 enhancements that enrich and smoothen the experience. Explore Castle Rock now like never before! https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1341290/view/3899618910154318137?l=english https://store.steampowered.com/app/1341290/We_Were_Here_Forever/ Also check out our Holiday event in We Were Here Together!https://store.steampowered.com/app/865360/We_Were_Here_Together/ Happy Holidays and Happy Exploring Total Mayhem Games
- The Were Were Here series is on sale! - 23 November 2023
Hello Explorers! It's time to dive into the We Were Here series during the Steam Autumn Sale. You can now find our other main-games discounted. Our latest and longest game, We Were Here Forever is available with a 40% discount https://store.steampowered.com/app/1341290/We_Were_Here_Forever/ Want to start from the very beginning? We Were Here is free to play, and We Were Here Too and We Were Here Together are part of the sale as well! https://store.steampowered.com/app/677160/We_Were_Here_Too/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/865360/We_Were_Here_Together/ Also, don't forget to nominate us for the Better With Friends Steam Awards! Show are strong your FriendShips were, as there's no better expedition than the ones that test your Trust, TeamWork and Communication! https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2296990/view/5941998260533097052?l=english
- A prize to celebrate all your FriendShips! - 21 November 2023
Dear Explorers! We need your help! The nominating for the Steam Awards has begun and you can nominate We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip in the category ‘Better with Friends’. As our game revolves all about you and the FriendShips you create together (quite literally) which other game would fit the category better than us?! Keep on exploring Antarctica & Castle Rock Want some more We Were Here in your life? Want to cuddle up together (digitally) with a friend? Well, we got the sales for you! We Were Here Too, Together & Forever are all on sale right now! Grab them now and start exploring. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1341290/We_Were_Here_Forever/ Thank you for your support & love! Set sail!
- Halloween has arrived at the Antartic - 26 October 2023
Hello dear Explorers, We hope you enjoyed your voyage to the mystery island and test your friendship. The free-to-claim period has ended, but if you want to test your skills with a potential new partner, you can purchase the game now for a low price of $3.99 The main series If you and your partner are ready for the real deal, you can start with our first two entries of the We Were Here series, The first game, We Were Here is available for free and We Were Here Too is part of the Steam Scream Sale with 80% off. Sounds like a great time to celebrate Halloween! https://store.steampowered.com/app/677160/We_Were_Here_Too/ Additionally. you can get the soundtracks of We Were Here and We Were Here Too both with a 50% discount (separately). The perfect jams for your spooky, yet comfy Halloween party. https://store.steampowered.com/app/721410/We_Were_Here_Original_Soundtrack/ https://store.steam…
- Patch 1.0.2. - 17 October 2023
Explorers! Ensuring the best and smoothest gameplay experience is very important to us. We hear you! Today we released a small patch that contains several fixes for issues that got reported by the community. Patch 1.0.2. contains the following changes: Fixed Stuttering videos on PS4 / Xbox One and some PC's configurations. Posters are not fully legible on some settings. Player can get stuck between pillars in the teamwork challenge. Improved Removed redundant 'play without save' option from the main menu. Things we're currently looking into for the next patch Sometimes when completing the game with a perfect score a score of 0 / 0 / 0 is displayed. Missing subtitles at some points in the boat ride. The end screen story is sometimes only based on just the first challenge. Text is being cut-off in the EULA screen. Lighting in the teamwork challenge does not turn back on after a retry. Ran…
- Last Chance to Get “We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip” for FREE! - 13 October 2023
Ahoy Explorers! Friday, October 13th, is your final shot to snag “We Were Here Expeditions - The FriendShip” for free. Don't miss out on this unique voyage with your friend. Play the game for free and make Friday the 13th your lucky day! Golden Joystick Awards: Vote for Us! We are thrilled to announce that our studio has been nominated for the “Best Multiplayer Game” award at the Golden Joystick Awards! Your support means the world to us, and we would be honoured if you could take a moment to cast your vote, share the excitement with your friends and encourage them to vote as well. Vote here: https://www.gamesradar.com/goldenjoystickawards/ Share and Win an Exclusive Limited Edition Shadowbox! To celebrate the incredible milestone of over 8 million downloads and all those well-tested FriendShips, we have a special treat for you. Share a video of you and a friend playing “We Were Here Ex…
- Another milestone! - 29 September 2023
Dear Explorers, We're amazed by the number of friendships that have been tested! Over 6 million of you have set sail on the FriendShip and experienced how good (or bad) your Trust, Teamwork & Communication is. Thank you all so much! Two weeks have passed since we surprised you with the game's release, here a little flashback. Remember to share your friendship scores with us in our social channels and you might win some prizes... #BuildYourFriendShip Feedback If you're experiencing any issues, be sure to check our solutions on our website. If the problem persits, don't hesitate to join our Discord and we'll be more than happy to help you there! For those that already shared their feedback, a patch is in the pipeline and will be released soon! We Were Here Together Those ready for their next endeavour, We Were Here Together is now on sale! Through the fierce blizzard, a flare lights the s…
- 3 million Explorers! - 21 September 2023
Hello Explorers! Thank you for 3 million downloads We're blown by all the love and support we've been given since the launch! Keep on building those friendships. We recently updated the game. Be sure to check if your game is up-to-date. You can find the patch notes here. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2296990/view/3747614174403628302?l=english AMA right now! Currently, we're having an AMA on r/PS5! Feel free to hop in and ask us anything, even when they're not PlayStation related ;) Gameplay Trailer In case you've missed, check out our gameplay trailer! Maybe this is the extra confincing your friend needed to take the ultimate friendship test. Dont forget to claim the game before October 13 and it will stay yours forever!
