- ‼️ Sponge Break Sale Alert ‼️ - 16 September 2026
Hey sponges! Heads up. Our buds over at Balor Games are currently hosting their annual publisher sale, and that means you can grab Sponge Break for only $4.79 for a limited time! (That's a whole lotta fun floaty physics for less than five dollars.) If you've been waiting for an excuse to join our wild little river cruise, this is it. NOTE: Prices may vary slightly by region. Oh, and PS - The sale applies to our Supporter Pack, Soundtrack, and Collector's Bundle too! (Plus all of our other bundles, which include EXTRA savings and some other amazing games.) Offer ends September 23. Check out even more savings for 50 other titles on the official Balor Games Publisher Sale page!
- Sponge Break - UPDATE 1.1.0 - 16 September 2026
Hey Sponge Buds!Our first major patch for Sponge Break is now live. This update focuses on revamping the new player experience, further optimizing performance, continuing to fix outstanding bugs, adding new achievements, and improving level design based on feedback. 🚀 Additions & OptimizationsRevamped player onboarding for new and returning sponges A new “How to Play” video is now accessible from the main menu Added tutorial videos for major game features such as the defibrillator, hammer, pressure plates, grave stones, and many more Rafts now temporarily display indicator footprints to instruct new sponges how to steerImplemented some punching system upgrades while going fast The level selector in now on the main menu when hosting a gameMore additions: Added a more stable camera rotation systemAdded UI around repair bit limitsAdded more player feedback when taking damageMore improveme…
- Sponge Break Dev Update - 16 September 2026
Howdy, Sponge Buds. It's been a little over a month since Sponge Break launched, so we thought we'd do a quick check-in to share what our team has learned -- what works, what doesn't -- and what's coming next for the game. But before we dive in, we just wanted to say THANK YOU to everyone who's played or purchased Sponge Break. We wouldn't have made it this far downriver without you. So please keep rafting, and definitely keep the feedback, reports, reviews, streams, and random memes coming. 🙏 Anyway... on to the update! WHAT WORKS:💥 You really enjoy the chaos!🗺️ The variety in level design has been a big hit.😈 Many of you didn’t expect Sponge Break to be this challenging!The combination of physics-based raft traversal, platforming, and light puzzle-solving seems to be hitting some sort of sweet spot. We also love seeing players discover unexpected solutions to specific challenges,…
- Sponge Break x Wild Blue Skies - 13 August 2026
Hey Sponge Buds.Today, our friends at Chuhai Labs launched their new game: WILD BLUE SKIESWhile Wild Blue Skies is pretty different from Sponge Break, making indie games is hard, and launching one successfully? That deserves some celebration! (Plus, we're big fans of Bowie and the Blue Bombers.) We're celebrating on the river in TWO WAYS!First, we've got a bundle! (Yay bundles!) And second, we've added a brand new buoy to the game!To unlock the Cloudcutter buoy, you first need to own Sponge Break and Wild Blue Skies. Once both games are in your Steam Library and installed, visit a "Sponge Fashion" booth to equip your new drip.
- Sponge Break - UPDATE 1.0.22 - 12 August 2026
Hey Sponge Buds! Another update is out. This one includes new language support, some bug fixes, and more level polish. New Language Support AddedPolishTurkishUkrainianTraditional Chinese General Fixes & ImprovementsMade anvils smallerReworked elevator collisions to (hopefully) prevent players from getting stuckIf a large collision does happen to push you into an elevator and you do happen to get stuck, you should no longer remain stuck for more than 10 secondsDid some small optimizations to repair bits and made it so that they can no longer be pulled in with a plunger-hook when you are already at max capacity Level ImprovementsInto the WildAdjusted the second speed boost and water spline, and added safeguards to prevent the raft from escaping the map during downhill sectionsDam BusterFixed terrain where players could get stuckWood ChipperImproved terrain for easier navigation and moved…
- Sponge Break - UPDATE 1.0.19 - 10 August 2026
Happy Monday, Sponge Buds!Today's update includes a few minor improvements and polish passes PLUS ONE MAJOR FIX for a pretty big bug that was affecting the Chinese language version of the game. General Fixes & ImprovementsTemporarily removed the cactus asset from the game while we investigate an issue related to language settings (we'll bring them back once we've made sure they're behaving themselves)Fixed an issue with collisions and invisible walls that could occur when Chinese was selected as the host's languageFixed an issue with game names displaying differently in different parts of the game for certain languagesFixed an issue with mooring cables behaving unexpectedly when players joined a safehouse with a docked raftFine-tuned cliff collisions across the entire game Level ImprovementsReaching New HeightsFixed an issue where players could sometimes hover above the water near the f…
- Sponge Break - UPDATE 1.0.17 - 7 August 2026
Hey Sponge Buds!Another day, another update with fixes and improvements based on your feedback. Performance & Bug FixesWe've made another batch of quality-of-life improvements throughout the game, including:Bombs now have weight, allowing them to activate pressure plates.Reduced choppy water across all levels for a smoother rafting experience.Improved how several items are held, including the Silver Egg, Horn, and Defibrillator, making them less intrusive while playing.Improved emotes so they now play more consistently. Dancing emotes will continue until you move, audio now follows your character correctly, and several bugs related to overlapping or lingering emote sounds have been resolved.Fixed an issue where players could permanently hold an item after using the plunger.Fixed an issue that could sometimes result in a broken raft.Fixed several audio issues, including fan audio and pla…
- Sponge Break - UPDATE 1.0.15 - 6 August 2026
Howdy, Sponge Buds! Another round of bug fixes, performance improvements, and level polish is rolling out. Performance & Bug FixesImproved performance by reducing the number of floating crates loaded at onceUpdated switch colors so they're more intuitive, with green indicating On and red indicating OffFixed the Use Radial occasionally remaining on screen after storing an itemFixed a bug where the Throw indicator could become stuck on screenFixed a bug where players could continue taking damage after being revived from a bear trap Level Improvements & PolishTesting the WatersReplaced single bomb with a bomb spawner and added an additional bomb inside the caveDam BusterReplaced single bomb with a bomb spawner, added another bomb inside the cave, and placed additional defibrillators throughout the levelWood Chipper, Razor's Edge, The Ascent, and The Climb: Added additional defibrillators t…
- Sponge Break - UPDATE 1.0.14 - 4 August 2026
Hello again, Sponge Buds!We've got another update rolling out! This one is smaller, but focuses on removing a few frustrating moments throughout the campaign while making solo play a little more forgiving.🛠️ Gameplay ImprovementsAdjusted the Down But Not Out systemNormally, when the last player is downed, the game quickly ends the run so you can jump back into the action. However, certain types of deaths weren't correctly triggering that faster timer, leaving players waiting much longer than intended.This has now been fixed, so wipeouts should transition much more smoothly. Level ImprovementsWood ChipperAdded hammers and a campfire to make solo runs more forgiving.Razor's EdgeAdded additional recovery resources to better support solo players.The AscentFixed the lake beside the bridge so it no longer unexpectedly ends your run.The Climb:Fixed another troublesome lake and added hammers +…
- Supporter Pack, Original Soundtrack, and Collector's Bundle - 4 August 2026
If you've been enjoying Sponge Break and would like to support the game's ongoing development (or just want a few fun extras to flex on your friends), we've put together a new DLC, OST, and bundle! Supporter PackOriginal SoundtrackCollector's Bundle These are intended to be totally optional perks to add a bit more chaos into your lives, both on and off the river. As a bonus, every purchase will help us keep building, improving, and making your Sponge Break adventure that much deeper and with even more content to come. And with that: We'd just like to say THANK YOU again to everyone who's followed, wishlisted, played, posted, or streamed. Your attention and time means the world to our tiny dev sponge team. Grab the SUPPORTER PACKLove Sponge Break and want a way to support ongoing development? Check out the Supporter Pack! This pack boasts five (5) special stat-tracking hats that each com…
- Sponge Break - UPDATE 1.0.13 - 3 August 2026
Howdy, Sponge Buds! Thanks to everyone who's continued sending in bug reports and feedback since launch. We've been reading it all, from Steam reviews to Discord posts. Today's update includes another round of gameplay balancing, level improvements, and bug fixes based on what we've heard from players.⚖️ Gameplay BalanceWe've done a quick tuning pass to make survival a little more forgiving while keeping the chaos intact. Healing ItemsChocolate now restores 40 HP (up from 20)Apples, Cucumbers, and Pineapples now restore 20 HP (up from 10)Mushrooms now remove 40 poison (up from 20)Antidotes now remove 50 poison (up from 25) RatsExplosion timer increased from 6 to 10 secondsExplosion damage reduced from 25 to 10 Raft HandlingReduced raft acceleration for smoother controlTuned steering and forward movementSlightly increased buoyancy for a more stable ride Level ImprovementsWe've continued…
- Sponge Break - UPDATE 1.0.11 - 1 August 2026
Howdy, Sponge Buds! First off, thank you to everyone who's been playing Sponge Break since launch. We've been reading your feedback, watching your streams, and taking notes. It's been incredibly helpful to see where players are having the most fun (and where the river has been fighting back a little too hard). This update includes a number of quality-of-life improvements, gameplay tweaks spanning multiple river levels, and bug fixes based on what we've learned over the past few days. ✨ Patch HighlightsA few of the biggest changes in this update include:Raft Storage has been doubled from 3 slots to 6, giving you more room to carry supplies throughout your adventure.Rafting feels smoother thanks to adjustments to water physics and buoyancy across several levels, making rough water a little less rough.Proximity Chat range has been increased, making it easier to hear your fellow sponges whi…
- Sponge Break Launch Twitch Drops - 30 July 2026
🌊 SUDS UP, SPONGES! To celebrate the release of Sponge Break, we're partnering with Twitch to offer a series of launch celebration rewards as Twitch Drops! Starting today, you can score some brand new drip just by watching Sponge Break streams and supporting your favorite Sponge Break streamers through August 20.Link your Steam & Twitch accounts to get started. Keep reading to find out how to participate!🎁 TWITCH DROP REWARDS Here's what you can unlock on Twitch from July 30 - August 20!SOCCER BUOY - Watch two (2) hours of participating Sponge Break streamsCAPYBARA BUOY - Watch four (4) hours of participating Sponge Break streamsGOLDEN PLUNGER - Purchase a new sub (or gift 1 sub) to participating Sponge Break streamers🔓 HOW TO EARN Getting your rewards is easy...even a waterlogged sponge could do it! Here's how:LINK ACCOUNTS - Visit balorgames.com/twitch to connect your Steam & Twitc…
- Sponge Break is 🌊 OUT NOW 🌊 - 30 July 2026
Welcome aboard, Sponge Buds!Sponge Break is NOW LIVE. Grab your friends and your favorite plunger-hooks and dive in. The water's cold.The local wildlife wants you gone. There's bombs, barbed wire, and more than a few unpleasant surprises. And we can't guarantee your friendships will survive the ride. But THAT'S ALL PART OF THE FUN!We've got proximity chat, cool cosmetics to unlock, lots of levels to explore, and a pretty banger soundtrack, too. If you're looking for a slightly unhinged way to spend your weekend (or just really wanna test how well you know your left from your right), then take the plunge. What could go wrong? ENJOYING THE RIDE? LEAVE A REVIEW!Leaving a review is one of the best ways to help Sponge Break (and similar indie games) get noticed. Every review makes a difference, whether it's 👍 or 👎, and we do our best to read each one! NOT READY TO DIVE IN? NO WORRIES...WIS…
- Thanks for playtesting Sponge Break! - 29 July 2026
Today, our playtest ended. And TOMMORROW, the game launches!Before the river opens for everyone, we wanted to share a massive THANK YOU to all the sponge buds who've joined us this far. Every report, suggestion, and meme helped us make Sponge Break a better game. (And to anyone who couldn't play, but did your best to spread the word about our squishy friendslop title? We love you, too. Telling just one other person about Sponge Break is a huge deal!)Because of your support, we've made hundreds of improvements to the launch version of Sponge Break, targeting performance, gameplay, multiplayer, and overall polish. Here are some of the biggest changes!🚀 PERFORMANCE & STABILITYMajor GPU and network optimizations for smoother gameplay and improved online performanceReduced network traffic while improving multiplayer synchronizationNumerous crash, desync, and stability fixes throughout the g…
- Dive Into Sponge Break ✨ JULY 30 ✨ - 24 July 2026
Hey sponges, Get your plunger-hooks ready and your defibrillators primed because....SPONGE BREAK LAUNCHES NEXT WEEK!The river opens up for everyone on Thursday, July 30 at 10am PDT (7pm CEST)!It's been a wild ride since we first announced Sponge Break earlier this month. We're forever grateful to all of our playtesters who helped us make the game better as well as to any sponge bud who helped us spread the word, too! (Thanks for telling your friends, your family, random strangers online, and that one guy from work about this chaotic little co-op adventure game.) We're excited to be able to mark our calendars together and we can't for you to be able to dive in for real. WISHLIST & FOLLOWIf you'd like to take the plunge on Day 1, then please wishlist and follow us!In the meantime, our Sponge Break playtest will be running through July 28. Sign up at spongebreak.com, and be sure join our o…
- Sponge Break Playtest Update #2 - 19 July 2026
Hello sponges! We've rolled out another update for the Sponge Break playtest with even more fixes and improvements based on everything you've been sharing with us. As a reminder, we’re running a playtest through July 28 and we’re down to just a few slots left! So take the plunge now at spongebreak.com and try the game early. You can also join the Sponge Break Discord now right here and meet up with your fellow sponges: discord.gg/spongebreak🛠️ Playtest Update #2 - PATCH NOTESHere is a breakdown of what’s changed.✨ Improvements, Fixes, & Polish Performance & Stability: Major network optimizations, improved frame rates, and multiple crash fixes.Better Multiplayer: Improved proximity voice chat, cleaner DBNO behavior, and a variety of multiplayer synchronization fixes.Controller Support: Continued improvements for controllers and Steam Deck. Steam Input is still recommended while we conti…
- Sponge Break Playtest Contests - 14 July 2026
We're one week in to our Sponge Break playtest! 🎉To celebrate, we're hosting not one, not two, but THREE different contests over in our official Discord server. For each contest, winners will be able to earn a code for our Golden Plunger cosmetic as well as a game key once the game releases (plus some bragging rights in Discord itself). Sign up to playtest: https://spongebreak.com Join our Discord to learn more: https://discord.gg/spongebreak 🎬 CLIP OF THE DAYEvery day for the rest of the month we'll be picking one community-created clip that best captures the essence of Sponge Break. Not the most viewed. The one that feels the most like the game. Funny moments, glitches, speedruns and more! How to Enter:Option 1: Join the official Sponge Break Discord server Upload your video directly to the #clips channel Option #2:Post your clips directly on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube Be sure to…
- Sponge Break Playtest Update #1 - 11 July 2026
Hey everyone! First off, we want to say a massive THANK YOU to our amazing community. The response to our playtest has been absolutely incredible, and we are blown away by your enthusiasm, clips, and invaluable feedback. You’re helping us make Sponge Break the best it can be, and we couldn't do it without you. We know this game can end friendships, so go ahead and make some new ones in our Sponge Break Discord: discord.gg/spongebreak. Also, if you haven't joined the fun yet, it's not too late! You can sign up for the playtest right now at spongebreak.com (which is set to run through July 28.)🛠️ Playtest Update #1 - PATCH NOTESBased on everything you've shared with us so far, we’ve just rolled out our very first playtest update! This patch brings a mix of community-requested fixes, quality-of-life improvements, and a few fun additions.Here is a breakdown of what’s changing today:🌟 What…
- Announcing SPONGE BREAK - 7 July 2026
Sponge Break is a chaotic co-op game where you and up to three players are trying to escape the tyranny of the kitchen sink. Armed with nothing more than a trusty plunger-hook and a bit of wishful thinking, your goal is simple: navigate a fragile raft down the world’s most dangerous rapids. Watch our trailer to learn more, then sign up for the Sponge Break playtest -- which is LIVE NOW! 🧽 How to get in to the playtestThe playtest is invite-only, and invites will go out in waves between now and July 28. Think you have what it takes to survive the Sponge Break? Here's how to join. Step 1 - SIGN UP: Head to SPONGEBREAK,COM and complete a short sign-up processStep 2 - WAIT: Keep an eye on your email for an invite with further updates and instructionsStep 3 - PLAY: Once invited, redeem your key on Steam and download Sponge Break. You're in! We're sending out keys in batches, so you may not…
