AEW Star’s Video Game Role Revealed

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A former AEW TNT Champion has been confirmed as a voice in a newly released indie video game that is available to play right now.

Released by DarkBear Studios, “Curiosity” sees the player engage in an experience that blends ” rage-inducing climbing games with a narrative twist and cinematic atmosphere.”

The Steam game features a voice cast that includes AEW star Adam Cole among its number, with players embodying a small cat as it attempts to make its way home.

Announcing the release of the game on Steam and Steam Deck, the official press release reads:

DARKBEAR STUDIOS LAUNCHES “CURIOSITY”: A NEW TAKE ON THE CLIMBING GAME GENRE, NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAM AND STEAM DECK

October 8, 2025 — DarkBear Studios is proud to announce the official launch of its debut title, Curiosity, now available on Steam and Steam Deck. Blending the heart-pounding challenge of rage-inducing climbing games with a narrative twist and cinematic atmosphere, Curiosity invites players to push past frustration, discover hidden depths, and uncover what truly waits at the top.

About Curiosity

In Curiosity, players embody a small but determined cat on a perilous climb home. Every leap requires precision, patience, and persistence: one mistake can send you tumbling down. With nine lives to spare (and consequences for losing them all), players must master every jump, uncover mysterious lore, and survive a journey that’s as emotional as it is demanding.

Drawing inspiration from titles like Only Up and Getting Over It, Curiosity offers a modern evolution of the genre: combining the viral tension of vertical climbing games with a rich story; a hand-crafted world, and traditional platforming elements like secrets, collectibles, checkpoints, and even potential skips for the most daring players.

A Studio Born From Streaming Culture

Founded by David “GrandPOOBear” Hunt, the renowned speedrunner and Twitch streamer, DarkBear Studios was built on the philosophy that great games and great content go hand-in-hand. Leveraging years of experience in online entertainment, the studio designed Curiosity to be both a compelling single-player experience and an endlessly watchable challenge for creators.

“We wanted to make something that felt familiar to players who love these brutal climbing games, but with a soul and story that make it worth the struggle,” said Hunt. “Curiosity is about perseverance, discovery, and the emotional highs and lows that come with both, and we can’t wait for players and streamers to experience it together.”

Featuring Familiar Voices From the Creator World

In a celebration of gaming and streaming culture, Curiosity features voice performances from beloved creators and personalities including Bloodyfaster, xwater, Patty, Lobosjr, DGRDave, GrandPOOBear himself and even professional wrestler and streamer Adam Cole, among others. Their inclusion reflects DarkBear’s mission to bridge the gap between game development and the vibrant communities that inspire it.

Adam Cole announced that he was injured at AEW All In: Texas in July, with Tony Khan sharing his hope that the Paragon member would be able to make a return to in-ring action.