# Gutwhale

> 2020 video game

**Wikidata**: [Q105163289](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q105163289)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/gutwhale

## Summary
Gutwhale is a single-player indie action video game developed by Stuffed Wombat, released on April 6, 2020. The game is notable for its wide cross-platform availability, running on Microsoft Windows, Linux, and PlayStation 5. It is distributed digitally via major storefronts including Steam, itch.io, and the PlayStation Store.

## Key Facts
- **Release Date:** April 6, 2020
- **Developer:** Stuffed Wombat
- **Genre:** Action game, Indie game
- **Game Mode:** Single-player video game
- **Platforms:** Microsoft Windows, Linux, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Series S
- **Distribution Formats:** Digital download
- **Steam Application ID:** 1267810
- **PlayStation Store Concept ID:** 10002905
- **Language:** English

## FAQs
### Q: When was Gutwhale released?
A: Gutwhale was released on April 6, 2020.

### Q: Who developed Gutwhale?
A: The game was developed by Stuffed Wombat.

### Q: What platforms can I play Gutwhale on?
A: Gutwhale is available on Microsoft Windows, Linux, and PlayStation 5. It is also listed on the Microsoft Store for Xbox Series X and Series S.

### Q: Is Gutwhale a multiplayer game?
A: No, Gutwhale is strictly a single-player video game.

## Why It Matters
Gutwhale represents a successful case of an indie title achieving broad distribution across competing ecosystems shortly after the launch of major console hardware. Released in April 2020, the game bridged the gap between PC operating systems (Windows and Linux) and next-generation console gaming (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S) during a critical period in gaming hardware history.

Its availability on niche platforms like itch.io alongside mainstream giants like Steam and the PlayStation Store highlights a distribution strategy that maximizes accessibility for diverse gaming audiences. The game supports the Linux operating system, catering to the open-source gaming community, a segment often overlooked by major AAA developers. By securing identifiers and storefront presence across Steam, Microsoft, Sony, and independent platforms simultaneously, Gutwhale serves as an example of modern indie game lifecycle management and cross-platform portability.

## Notable For
- **Cross-Platform Console Support:** The game was made available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, identifying it as a "next-gen" ready indie title following the 2020 hardware launches.
- **Linux Compatibility:** Unlike many titles, Gutwhale explicitly supports Linux, verified by its listing on itch.io and Lutris.
- **Multi-Storefront Distribution:** The game is distributed across four distinct digital ecosystems: Steam, itch.io, Microsoft Store, and PlayStation Store.
- **Indie Classification:** Explicitly classified as an indie game, distinguishing it from major studio productions while maintaining presence on major platforms.

## Body

### Development and Release
Gutwhale is a video game developed by the developer entity Stuffed Wombat. It falls under the genre of action games and carries the classification of an indie game. The title was officially published on April 6, 2020. It is designed as a single-player experience.

### Platform Availability
The software runs on the Microsoft Windows family of operating systems and the Linux family of Unix-like operating systems.
In addition to computer platforms, Gutwhale extends to console hardware. It is available on the PlayStation 5. Records regarding the Microsoft Store product ID (9p1lnclkx1pz) indicate compatibility with the Xbox Series X and Series S platforms.

### Distribution and Identifiers
Gutwhale is distributed entirely via digital download. Key identifiers and storefront listings include:
- **Steam:** Application ID `1267810`.
- **itch.io:** URL `https://stuffedwombat.itch.io/gutwhale` (Numeric ID: `604235`).
- **PlayStation Store:** Concept ID `10002905`. Regional patch IDs include `PPSA03727` (Europe), `PPSA03728` (United States), and `PPSA03730` (Asia).
- **Microsoft Store:** Product ID `9p1lnclkx1pz`.
- **Other Databases:** The game is tracked by RAWG (ID: `gutwhale`), IGDB (ID: `gutwhale`), MobyGames (ID: `144182`), and HowLongToBeat (ID: `79161`).

### Technical and Language Support
The primary language of work or name for the software is English. The game has a presence on speedrunning databases (speedrun.com ID: `gutwhale`) and tracking sites like OpenCritic (ID: `14735`).

## References

1. Steam
2. MobyGames
3. GameSpot
4. RAWG
5. Q124398839
6. GamesMeter.nl
7. PlayStation Store
8. Q117507113