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Kinetic Games announced a new small map for Phasmophobia called Nell's Diner, a run-down retro restaurant, alongside a rework of Grafton Farmhouse, set to release on August 12. These updates aim to enhance the horror experience, especially for smaller teams, and follow previous map reworks and new content, with a film adaptation also in development.
Kinetic Games announced Nell’s Diner, a new retro-themed map for Phasmophobia set to release in 2025, alongside the rework of Grafton Farmhouse, with the update aiming to enhance the horror experience. The diner features classic elements like booths and a kitchen, and is expected to be part of the Halloween event. The roadmap for 2025 is nearly complete, with more surprises anticipated.
Nightdive Studios has unexpectedly released "The Thing: Remastered," a revamped version of the 2002 cult classic video game, now available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Announced during the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted livestream, the game features upgraded graphics, hand-crafted animations, and a 4K/144fps resolution. Serving as a sequel to John Carpenter's 1982 horror film, players control Captain J.F. Blake in a mission to rescue a team from a shape-shifting alien in Antarctica, utilizing a unique 'fear/trust' interface to manage team dynamics.
Night Dive Studios has released The Thing: Remastered for PS5 and PS4, reviving the classic PS2 horror game with enhanced graphics, animations, and gameplay improvements. Priced at £24.99/$29.99, the remaster offers 4K resolution and up to 120 FPS on PS5. Players assume the role of Cpt J.F. Blake, leading a rescue team in Antarctica against a shape-shifting alien threat.
Mickey Mouse from the Steamboat Willie era has entered the public domain, leading to the creation of derivative horror works like the game Infestation 88 and the movie Mickey's Mouse Trap. Despite the expiration of the copyright, Disney's modern versions of Mickey remain protected, and any new works must avoid infringing on Disney's trademarks. Infestation 88 has faced scrutiny over its title's unintended connotations, prompting the developers to consider a name change. As the public domain opens up, more unique and potentially controversial interpretations of the classic character are expected to emerge.
Nightmare Forge games has unveiled 'Infestation 88', a survival horror co-op game inspired by the now-public-domain character Steamboat Willie, similar to the horror twist seen in 'Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey'. Designed for 1-4 players, the game features a mix of combat, stealth, and strategy, with randomized item layouts for replayability. It includes features like private and public lobbies, character customization, and DLSS support. The game is currently in development for PC and can be wishlisted on Steam.
The remake of Alone in the Dark, developed by THQ's Pieces Interactive, will star David Harbour and Jodie Comer as protagonists Edward Carnby and Emily Hartwood. The game will be released on October 25 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. A free playable prologue called Grace in the Dark is available for download now. The original game's creator, Frédérick Raynal, gave his blessing to the remake. Players who pre-order the game will get a Decerto 1992 Costume Pack DLC.
Alan Wake II, the sequel to Remedy Entertainment's 2010 cult hit, is set to release on October 17th, 2023, for Xbox Series X and S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features two playable protagonists, Wake and FBI agent Saga Anderson, and is a single-player psychological horror experience. The game will be exclusively digital and not available on disc, with the price set at $59.99 / €59.99 for consoles and $49.99 / €49.99 for PC.
Layers of Fear, the psychological horror game, will be released on June 15 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. A new demo is available for PC until May 22. The game utilizes Unreal Engine 5, offering enhanced visuals with Ray Tracing, HDR, 4K resolution, and the Lumen system. The game features three interwoven stories of craft-obsessed protagonists and a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack composed by Arek Reikowski.