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The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Review - Tainted by over-promises
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is a co-op indie game that suffers from poor optimization, frequent crashes, and a lack of clear explanations for its mechanics. Despite a promising premise involving a sanity system, the gameplay loop is repetitive and unenjoyable, especially in solo play. The game's numerous bugs and foundational issues make it a disappointing experience that likely should have been released in Early Access.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Review – Welcome to the Jungle
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is an extraction-style game inspired by H.P. Lovecraft, developed by ACE Team. While it features interesting ideas like a sanity system and co-op gameplay, the review notes issues with its slow combat, repetitive mechanics, and performance on PC. The game is compared to Lethal Company in its core loop of gathering loot and escaping, but lacks the persistent progression and player threat found in typical extraction shooters.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is Out Now, Includes Free DLC Mission
ACE Team has released The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, thanking the community for their support. The game has achieved 800,000 wishlists on Steam and is available with a 20% launch discount for two weeks, including a free Lost Explorer's Sword Pack and a free DLC mission.
New PS5 Action Game With a Lovecraftian Twist Hits PlayStation Store Today
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, a new four-player co-op action game with a Lovecraftian theme, has been released on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. Developed by ACE Team and published by Nacon, the game challenges players to search for treasure in a hostile jungle while avoiding horrors and managing a madness system that distorts perception. It is available for $29.99, with a Deluxe Edition priced at $39.99.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu – Where Madness Is the Real Enemy
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, a co-op psychological horror game developed by ACE Team and published by Nacon, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC with Xbox Play Anywhere and crossplay support. The Lovecraft-inspired title features survival and exploration elements, a madness system that distorts player perception, and proximity voice chat for up to four players.
THE MOUND: OMEN OF CTHULHU CALLS UPON ADVENTURERS – NOW AVAILABLE ON PC AND CONSOLES
NACON and ACE Team have released their co-op horror game, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with crossplay support. Players form an expedition of up to four explorers during the Conquistador era to search for a legendary city, facing hostile creatures and sanity-bending phenomena. The game is loosely inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's short story 'The Mound'.
The Mound Omen of Cthulhu Launches on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S | Invision Game Community
NACON and ACE Team have launched The Mound Omen of Cthulhu, a cooperative horror adventure inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's "The Mound." The game is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with full crossplay. Players form an expedition team to explore a forgotten land, facing psychological horror, sanity mechanics, and the threat of fallen teammates returning as enemies.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Hits 800,000 Wishlists on Steam Ahead of Launch
ACE Team's upcoming horror game, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, has reached 800,000 wishlists on Steam ahead of its July 15, 2026 release. The developer announced a 20 percent launch discount, with a potential for an additional 5 percent if the game gains another 200,000 wishlists. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu – 15 Things Horror Fans Need to Know
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, a co-op PvE extraction shooter with psychological and Lovecraftian horror elements developed by ACE Team, is set to release on July 15th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game features a jungle expedition where players must scavenge, survive, and manage madness while dealing with environmental hazards and unreliable senses. It will be priced at $29.99 for the standard edition and $39.99 for the Deluxe Edition, with a free demo available on Steam.
Playable demo for The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is LIVE for Steam Next Fest! news
A playable demo for the co-op horror game The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is now available as part of Steam Next Fest, running from June 15 to 22. Developed by ACE Team, the demo allows up to four players to explore five forts in a pirate-era cosmic horror setting, featuring mechanics like expedition preparation, a hostile jungle, and sanity effects. The full game is scheduled for release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on July 15, 2026.
Acclaimed 2022 PS5 Adventure Game 70% Off on PS Store
ACE Team's adventure game, The Eternal Cylinder, is available for 70% off on the PlayStation Store for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 until July 2. The game, originally released in 2022, can be purchased for $7.49 and offers a full single-player experience without requiring PlayStation Plus.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Gets A New Gameplay Overview That Shows Off The Deadly Jungle
ACE Team has released a new gameplay overview for The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, showcasing the dangers of its deadly jungle setting filled with Lovecraftian horrors. Players will need to contend with intelligent monsters and the corrupting influence of Cthulhu itself. The game is set to launch on July 15th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
THE MOUND: OMEN OF CTHULHU - CLOSED BETA FROM JUNE 5th - 8th AND PRE-ORDERS OPEN ON CONSOLES
NACON and ACE Team announced a closed beta for their cooperative horror game, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu, running from June 5th to June 8th. Pre-orders for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions are now open, with the game set to release on July 15, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
NACON CONNECT 2026: ALL THE ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CONFERENCE
NACON Connect 2026 showcased a diverse range of upcoming games and accessories. New titles announced include the action-RPG Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, the puzzle game Dracula: The Disciple, and the metroidvania Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Rageborn. The event also featured updates on games like The Mound: Omen Of Cthulhu, Edge of Memories, GreedFall: The Dying World, Hell is Us, Ravenswatch, Endurance Motorsport Series, Tour de France 2026, and Hunting Simulator 3, alongside new NACON controllers and an Aston Martin collaboration for steering wheels.
NACON CONNECT 2026: ALL THE ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CONFERENCE
NACON Connect 2026 showcased a variety of upcoming games and accessories, including Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, Dracula: The Disciple, and Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Rageborn. The conference also featured new footage for titles like The Mound: Omen Of Cthulhu and Edge of Memories, alongside updates for GreedFall: The Dying World and Ravenswatch. Additionally, NACON announced new Revo controllers and a collaboration with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team for a steering wheel.
Vampires, Werewolves, and Hunters Take the Stage at Nacon Connect 2026
Nacon Connect 2026 showcased upcoming titles including Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish, Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn, The Mound: Omen Of Cthulhu, and Dracula: The Disciple. These games span various genres and are set to release on Xbox platforms, with some launching in Summer 2027 and others on July 15.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu ‘Gameplay Showcase’ video
Publisher Nacon and developer ACE Team have released a six-minute gameplay showcase video for their cooperative survival game, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu. The video offers a glimpse into the gameplay mechanics and atmosphere of the upcoming title.
Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss Director Describes the Game in Latest Trailer
Big Bad Wolf released a new trailer for Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss, featuring director Tommaso Sergi detailing the game's narrative detective focus and unique tools. The first-person horror game will explore locations like New England and R'lyeh, launching on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on April 16th. A free PC demo is also available.
PUBG-spinoffen Blindspot nedlagd – efter 2 månader
The top-down tactical shooter PUBG: Blindspot has been shut down less than two months after its Early Access launch on February 5. Developer Arc Team cited an inability to sustainably provide the desired player experience as the reason for the closure, with the service ending on March 30. Despite sharing a name with the popular PUBG: Battlegrounds, the game struggled to attract a significant player base.
PUBG Blindspot shuts down after 2 months in early access
PUBG: Blindspot, a 5v5 top-down tactical shooter developed by Arc Team and published by Krafton, has ceased operations less than two months after its early access launch on February 5. The developers cited an inability to sustainably provide the intended player experience as the reason for the shutdown. Despite the closure, Krafton reported record annual revenue driven by the PUBG franchise and emphasized future investments in AI innovation.
