Behaviour Interactive has announced that the Dead by Daylight spinoff, The Casting of Frank Stone, developed by Supermassive Games, will be released on September 3, 2024. The game, which features a narrative-driven horror experience, will have players making choices that determine the fate of multiple characters. A new trailer and details about the game were also revealed.
Behaviour Interactive and Supermassive Games announced that the single-player cinematic horror game "The Casting of Frank Stone" will launch on September 3 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Available in standard and Deluxe editions, the game offers unique features and exclusive rewards for Dead by Daylight players. Pre-orders are now open.
Bandai Namco and Supermassive Games have delayed the release of Little Nightmares III from 2024 to 2025 to ensure the game meets quality standards. The game will be available on multiple platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC. The development team emphasized their commitment to delivering a high-quality experience and thanked fans for their patience. Further updates are expected later this summer.
The Quarry, a narrative horror adventure game, has been added to Xbox Game Pass, allowing subscribers to experience a murder-filled evening of partying and survival. Developed by Supermassive Games, the game puts players in control of a group of teenage counselors at a summer camp, facing murderous locals and darker forces. With 40 achievements and estimated 50 hours of gameplay, it offers a cinematic horror story with choices that impact the outcome. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can also stream it via Xbox Cloud Gaming, and upcoming Game Pass additions include Diablo IV, Evil West, and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged.
Supermassive Games, the developer behind popular titles like Until Dawn and Little Nightmares III, is laying off roughly 90 employees, constituting a 30% reduction in staff. This adds to a series of layoffs in the gaming industry, totaling more than 5,500 in the first two months of 2024. The industry has been facing significant challenges, with companies like Microsoft, Embracer Group, and Riot Games also announcing layoffs. These job cuts are part of a larger trend of layoffs in the gaming industry, with over 10,000 people laid off last year, and the effects are expected to be felt for years to come.
Supermassive Games, known for narrative-driven horror games, plans to lay off employees as the gaming industry continues to face job losses. The British developer acknowledged the challenges and stated it was "undertaking a reorganisation," affecting some employees, with reports suggesting around 90 workers. This decision comes amidst a wave of layoffs in the gaming industry, impacting over 6,000 jobs this year, including at companies like Sega of America, Embracer Group, and Microsoft.
Supermassive Games, the developer behind Until Dawn and The Dark Pictures anthology, has announced layoffs affecting around 90 staff due to "significant challenges" in the games industry. The studio, which currently employs around 350 people, expressed deep regret over the decision and stated efforts were made to avoid the outcome. Despite the layoffs, the company remains committed to focusing on its core strengths and upcoming titles for sustainability. This news adds to the ongoing trend of layoffs in the video game industry, with thousands of workers affected over the past 18 months.
Supermassive Games, the developer behind The Dark Pictures Anthology and Little Nightmares III, is set to lay off around 90 employees, or about 30 percent of its workforce, citing "significant challenges" in the gaming industry. The studio stated that the decision was made after much deliberation and with deep regret, and it aims to focus on its core strengths and upcoming titles to ensure the company's continued sustainability.
Supermassive Games is set to lay off up to 30% of its staff, affecting 90 employees, as part of a reorganization effort, making it the latest studio to downsize in a year that has already seen over 6,000 job cuts in the gaming industry. The decision, which affects roughly 50% of the employee base, comes as the studio is working on a collaboration with Behaviour Interactive on a new game set in the Dead by Daylight universe.
The co-founders of Supermassive Games, Pete and Joe Samuels, have stepped down from the company after 15 years, with Pete citing health reasons for his departure. The new CEO, Robert Henrysson, expressed excitement about leading the studio and continuing its success. Supermassive Games is currently working on projects such as a Dead by Daylight single-player spin-off, Little Nightmares 3, and Direective 8020.
PlayStation has officially confirmed that Until Dawn is coming to PS5 and PC with graphical and performance improvements, set to release sometime this year. Developed by Supermassive Games, the 2015 choose-your-own-adventure game will be enhanced for modern platforms by Ballistic Moon. The game's success led to two additional games and a spiritual successor, with a big screen adaptation also in the works.
Supermassive Games' popular horror game Until Dawn is reportedly getting a new version for PS5 and PC, with an official announcement expected within the next two weeks. The release may be a remaster or full-on remake, and the news follows the recent announcement of a movie adaptation of the game. This development aligns with Sony's trend of expanding its first-party franchises into other media.
Behaviour Interactive and Supermassive Games have collaborated to create a new single-player narrative experience within the Dead By Daylight universe called The Casting of Frank Stone, which aims to provide a deeper exploration of the game's lore. The collaboration has been in the works for a few years, and the game will offer a balance between familiarity with Supermassive's storytelling style and unique elements tied to Dead By Daylight. The game's central character, Frank Stone, is expected to trigger strong emotions in players, and the experience will cater to different player preferences within the Dead By Daylight community.
Behaviour Interactive's asymmetrical survival horror game, Dead by Daylight, is expanding its universe with a spin-off game called The Casting of Frank Stone, developed by Supermassive Games. The game will offer a single-player narrative experience set in the same world as Dead by Daylight, allowing players to delve deeper into the game's lore. The story revolves around Frank Stone, a sadistic killer, and the lives and town affected by his crimes. While the game will have resonances with Dead by Daylight, it can be enjoyed by both fans and newcomers to the franchise. The developers promise to subvert horror values and take players on unexpected journeys. The Casting of Frank Stone is set to release in 2024.
Supermassive Games, known for titles like Until Dawn, is collaborating with Behaviour Interactive to develop an interactive single-player game set in the Dead by Daylight universe. The game, to be revealed at The Game Awards, will feature a new cast of characters and offer an intense narrative experience with life-or-death decisions. It is expected to be similar in size and scope to Supermassive Games' previous title, The Quarry, and is slated for release in 2025 or 2026.