Cease & Desist is an NES-inspired indie video game created by deconstructive pop artist Matt Gondek and Retrotainment Games

Built with classic hardware limitations in mind — limited color palettes, simple mechanics, and strong visual identity — the game blends retro gameplay with a contemporary art sensibility.

Development is funded through preorders rather than a traditional publisher, allowing the project to remain fully independent.

Release is planned for Summer 2026, with a playable demo available now.

🔹 KEY FEATURES

• NES-inspired visuals and mechanics
• Original bootleg characters and world
• Physical “first pressing” release planned
• Art-driven design approach
• Independent, preorder-funded development
• Playable demo available
• No live service, no microtransactions

🔹 SCREENSHOTS / MEDIA

Screenshots & video

🔹 ABOUT THE CREATORS

Matt Gondek is a contemporary fine artist known for blending pop culture, graphic imagery, and conceptual art.

This project marks his first video game, approaching game development as an extension of studio practice rather than a traditional software product.

Retrotainment is a Pittsburgh-based indie studio building brand-new games for classic hardware like the NES, released on real cartridges and modern digital platforms. Founded by die-hard retro fans, the team delivers authentic 8-bit gameplay with the polish and reach of today’s consoles and PC. Retrotainment is helping lead the charge to keep cartridge gaming alive—loud, playable, and relevant.

🔹 DEVELOPMENT STATUS

• Current phase: Active development
• Demo: Playable
• Funding model: Preorders
• Target release: July 2026

🔹 LINKS

• Website / Preorders: CeaseAndDesistGame.com
• Demo: CeaseAndDesistGame.com
• Press assets: Coming Soon
• Social: Gondek / Retrotainment

🔹 CONTACT

For press, previews, or collaboration:

Email: Hello@MattGondek.com