Bendy: Lone Wolf is another take on the Ink Machine franchise coming to mobile in 2025

Bendy and the Ink Machine is making a mobile comeback with Bendy: Lone Wolf, a new title slated for release on iOS, Android, Switch, and Steam in 2025. Building upon the gameplay established in Boris and the Dark Survival, Lone Wolf promises an expanded experience.

Remember the quirky survival horror that captivated audiences in the mid-2010s? The episodic format, unique rubber hose-style enemies and environments, and compelling narrative made Bendy and the Ink Machine a phenomenon. Now, that same magic is returning to mobile devices.

The reveal trailer (linked below) showcases Lone Wolf's top-down, isometric gameplay. Players seemingly control Boris the Wolf, navigating the perilous depths of Joey Drew Studios.

The original Bendy and the Ink Machine, along with spin-offs Nightmare Run and Boris and the Dark Survival, are already available on mobile. Lone Wolf appears to borrow heavily from Dark Survival, though its exact relationship—whether a definitive edition or a fresh interpretation—remains unclear.

A Lasting Legacy

The Bendy and the Ink Machine franchise has maintained remarkable popularity since its debut, often cited alongside Five Nights at Freddy's as a pioneer of the mascot horror genre.

Lone Wolf's success will hinge on its execution. While not the franchise's first foray into isometric survival horror featuring Boris, its multi-platform release (including Steam and Switch) suggests lessons learned from previous mobile iterations will culminate in a more terrifying experience.

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