In the Dark Expansion Out Today on PC and Consoles; Gator of the Year Physical Edition Out February 27
Burton-on-Trent, UK – February 12, 2026. It’s time to head back to the playground and dig a little deeper. Publisher Playtonic Friends and developer MegaWobble are delighted to announce that Lil Gator Game: In the Dark, the major new expansion to the much-loved cozy adventure, is out now via digital stores.
Available today on PC (Steam), PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series One & X|S, and Nintendo Switch, In the Dark is the big expansion for the beloved cozy adventure, inviting players into a whole new world hidden just beneath the island they thought they knew. The base Lil Gator Game is required to play the expansion digitally.
For collectors and first-time adventurers, Lil Gator Game: Gator of the Year Edition is also out today digitally for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch. This charming release includes both the original game and the In the Dark expansion, bringing Lil Gator’s complete adventure together in one adorable package. For fans who prefer something for their gaming shelves, the physical release of Lil Gator Game: Gator of the Year Edition, published by Silver Lining Interactive, will launch for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on 27 February!
To celebrate the launch, a brand-new trailer has been released, shining a spotlight on the quirky new ‘frenemies’ players will encounter underground, while showcasing the vibrant, mysterious world that exists just beneath the playground, packed with glowing caverns, hidden tunnels, and surprises.
A World Beneath the Playground
In the Dark expands Lil Gator’s island with a sprawling underground playground that rivals the surface world in size and imagination. From bioluminescent caves to secret hideaways and winding passageways, exploration is filled with discovery, side quests, and new friends waiting just around the corner.
New Friends… and New Frenemies
Not everyone underground is ready to play nice. A group of moody troublemakers has taken root below the surface, and it’s up to Lil Gator’s boundless empathy, charm, and positivity to turn conflict into connection. Expect heartfelt moments, playful mischief, and stories packed with big feelings.
New Tools for Bigger Adventures
Lil Gator’s imagination gets an upgrade with new movement abilities and playful gadgets, including gymnastic ribbons for stylish double jumps and powerful ground-slamming moves. These new tools make exploration faster, freer, and more expressive than ever before.
In the Dark serves as a warm and joyful finale to Lil Gator’s journey, a celebration of creativity, friendship, and the simple magic of playing pretend.
Play Today
Whether you’re returning to the island or discovering Lil Gator’s world for the very first time, there’s never been a better moment to jump in. Lil Gator Game: In the Dark expansion is available for all platforms now via digital stores along with the digital release of the Gator of the Year Edition for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X and Nintendo Switch. The physical Gator of the Year Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch will follow on 27 February and can be pre-ordered from local retailers.
Grab your cardboard sword, gather your courage, and dive into the adventure today, because the playground is bigger than you ever imagined, and Lil Gator can’t wait to play.
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