‘VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works’ Opens for Pre-Orders

Acclaimed boutique design studio Lost In Cult is proud to announce the upcoming release of VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works, a premium art and design book created in close collaboration with Sukeban Games and their publisher Ysbryd, the teams behind beloved cyberpunk bartending sim VA-11 Hall-A.

Set to ship in Q2 2026, this officially licensed release dives deep into the neon-lit world of Glitch City, chronicling the entire creative journey of VA-11 Hall-A through in-depth commentary, stunning concept art, and exclusive developer insights.

“VA-11 Hall-A’s visual identity, storytelling, and emotional resonance make it a perfect fit for our Design Works series,” said Ryan Brown from Lost In Cult. “Almost a decade on from its debut, we’re treating this title with the respect and prestige it deserves, working closely with the original creators to craft something truly special for the fans.”

As with all entries in Lost In Cult’s acclaimed Design Works imprint, this is more than just an artbook - it’s a definitive celebration of the impact, artistry, and cultural legacy of a generation-defining indie title.

VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works delves into the corrupt sprawl of Glitch City, exploring its culture, characters, and the iconic dive bar at the heart of the game. It offers fans a deeper understanding of the world’s creation and the cyberpunk influences that shaped it, whilst also providing a rare glimpse into the history of Venezuela - home of the development team - and the unique challenges they faced bringing their vision to life.

In short, VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works will serve as a celebration of this beautiful indie masterpiece and the people who made it all possible, featuring contemporary interviews with writer/programmer Fernando Damas, artist/designer Christopher Ortiz, and composer Michael Kelly.

For the first 48 hours, fans who order the Deluxe Edition will receive an exclusive bar bill bookplate signed by Sukeban Games’ very own Fernando Damas and Christopher Ortiz. To secure this signed copy, orders must be placed by 6pm BST on Saturday, April 12th, 2025.

The Deluxe Edition will only be available during the pre-order window and will not return, making it a definitive collector’s item for true VA-11 Hall-A fans.

The Deluxe Edition, exclusive to the pre-order period, will include:

• A variant hardcover with exclusive artwork.
• A collector’s slipcase and themed housing box.
• The downloadable short story, Sapphic Pussy Rhapsody, written by Fernando Damas and illustrated by Merengedoll, officially printed for the very first time!
• Ephemera such as posters, stickers, and art cards.
• Early bird signed bookplates for orders placed within the first 48 hours.

"VA-11 Hall-A was a labour of deepest love. For its medium, for its inspirations, for humanity itself," offers Fernando Damas, writer and programmer at Sukeban Games. "For such a work to be chronicled we expected nothing less than it being handled by those that love it as much as the game loves them back."

Pre-orders for both the Standard and Deluxe Editions of VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works are open now at www.lostincult.co.uk/va11halla and will be available for a limited 60-day window, closing on June 5th at 6pm BST.