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Highly Anticipated PS5 Sci-Fi Adventure Game DelayedThe highly anticipated PlayStation 5 sci-fi adventure game Ontos has been delayed from its original 2026 release window to sometime in 2027. Frictional Games stated that the delay is necessary to achieve the game's ambitious scope and depth. Ontos will also be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Svenska Frictional Games försenar Ontos till nästa årFrictional Games has announced that their upcoming thematic sequel to Soma, Ontos, has been delayed to 2027. The studio cited the game's ambitious scope, scale, and narrative depth as reasons for the postponement. Ontos is set in a former hotel on the moon and promises a disturbing journey filled with experiments and moral quandaries.- ONTOS DelayedKepler Interactive and Frictional Games have announced a delay for their science fiction narrative mystery game, ONTOS. The game, originally slated for release on PC and consoles this year, will now launch at a later date. Further details regarding the new release window were not immediately provided.
Amnesia studio delays its new game into 2027Frictional Games has announced that its upcoming ambitious title, Ontos, has been delayed and is now slated for a 2027 release. The studio cited the need to ensure the game's size, scale, and narrative depth are fully realized. Ontos aims to explore existential themes rather than traditional horror, drawing comparisons to their previous work on Soma.
That's a bummer: Frictional's Soma follow-up Ontos has been delayed into 2027Frictional Games has delayed its upcoming title, Ontos, from its original 2026 release window into 2027. The studio cited the game's ambitious scope in terms of size, scale, story, and gameplay as the reason for the postponement. Ontos is described as a sci-fi horror game set on the moon, following a search for answers about the protagonist's estranged father.
Soma dev's next game, Ontos, delayed to 2027 in order to deliver on studio's "ambitious" visionFrictional Games has delayed its upcoming title, Ontos, to 2027 to accommodate its ambitious vision for the sci-fi mystery game. Originally slated for a 2026 release, the studio cited the game's size, scale, and narrative depth as reasons for the postponement. Ontos, which features actor Stellan Skarsgård, is described as having tactile, systems-driven gameplay and an immersive narrative.
Ontos Delayed to 2027 to Deliver Frictional’s “Most Ambitious Game to Date”Frictional Games has delayed its upcoming title, Ontos, to 2027, citing the need to deliver on its most ambitious game to date in terms of size, scale, and narrative depth. Originally slated for release this year on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, the game is set on a former moon hotel where players control Aditi searching for her father. The delay aims to allow the studio to fully realize its vision for the ambitious project.
"An elevated lifestyle no matter what happens outside”: we need more horror games set in billionaire apocalypse bunkersThis article explores the potential for horror games set in luxury apocalypse bunkers, drawing parallels between real-world billionaire hideaways and in-game environments. It discusses how games like BioShock, Fallout, and Amnesia: The Bunker utilize enclosed, often decadent, spaces to create psychological horror. The piece highlights the marketing language of bunker builders like Vivos and SAFE, contrasting it with the grim realities depicted in Amnesia: The Bunker, and suggests that the concept of isolated, self-contained worlds is a recurring theme in video game design.
What are we all playing this weekend?Several individuals share their weekend gaming plans, including progress in Cyberpunk 2077 and Dyson Sphere Program. Others are considering playing Penumbra: Overture or Mina the Hollower, with one person opting for Forza Horizon 5 as a palate cleanser.
Amnesia: Rebirth Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer – psychological horror game reaches the consoleAbylight Studios has released a launch trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Amnesia: Rebirth, describing it as a complete and optimized psychological horror experience. This version, engineered by Abylight, aims to leverage the Nintendo Switch 2's power for enhanced visuals and performance, immersing players in Frictional Games' dark adventure set in the Algerian desert.- Horror Masterpiece Amnesia: Rebirth is out on Nintendo Switch 2The horror game Amnesia: Rebirth, developed by Frictional Games, is now available on the Nintendo Switch. Abylight Studios is the publisher for this release. Frictional Games is known for its work on horror titles like Amnesia: The Dark Descent and SOMA.
- 10 svenska drömspel – Astrid, Palme och Bert K.This article presents ten hypothetical game concepts inspired by Swedish culture, history, and figures. The ideas range from crime investigations and fantasy adventures to historical warfare and business simulations, with developers like Machine Games and Dennaton Games suggested for some concepts.
Get every Frictional horror game ever made—Penumbra, Amnesia, and SOMA—for just $15 in this screamingly good…Humble Bundle is offering a collection of Frictional Games horror titles, including the Penumbra trilogy, Amnesia: The Dark Descent, Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, Amnesia: Rebirth, Amnesia: The Bunker, and SOMA, for $15. The bundle is available until April 1, with Steam keys needing to be redeemed by April 1, 2027.
Horror FPS Amnesia: Rebirth Spooks Up A Storm On Switch 2 Next MonthAmnesia: Rebirth, a first-person horror game developed by Frictional Games, is scheduled to launch on the Nintendo Switch on April 30, 2026. The game will feature an optimized version for the console and includes an 'Adventure Mode' that removes horror elements. The original Amnesia: Collection is already available on the Switch.- Horror Masterpiece Amnesia: Rebirth is coming to Nintendo Switch 2Abylight Studios announced that Frictional Games' psychological horror title Amnesia: Rebirth will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 on April 30, 2026. The game, originally released on PC in 2020, has been optimized for the new hardware. The article also mentions the recent release of SOMA for the Nintendo Switch.
- Amnesia: Rebirth coming to Switch 2 on April 30Abylight Studios announced that Frictional Games' first-person horror title Amnesia: Rebirth will be released for the Nintendo Switch on April 30. The game is a sequel in the Amnesia series.
- Amnesia: Rebirth coming to Nintendo Switch 2Abylight and Frictional Games have announced that Amnesia: Rebirth will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on April 30, 2026. The first-person horror game was previously announced for the original Nintendo Switch, but has yet to launch.
Build up your horror collection in the Frictional Games Humble BundleFrictional Games is offering a Humble Bundle featuring several of its horror titles, including Amnesia: The Bunker, SOMA, Amnesia: Rebirth, Amnesia: A Machine For Pigs, Amnesia: The Dark Descent, and the Penumbra trilogy. The bundle is available for £13.44 and includes games with high positive ratings on Steam and Linux support.- GTOGG’s 2026 – Which indie games are we looking forward to this year? – GTOGGThis article previews several indie games slated for release in 2026, highlighting their unique premises and genres. Featured titles include the Lovecraft-inspired adventure 'The Dark Rites of Arkham', the shapeshifting action platformer 'SKINWALKER: First Blood', and the visually striking 2.5D platformer 'Replaced'.
29 Best Horror Games To Play In The Dark In 2026This guide highlights 29 of the best horror games available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, suitable for playing in the dark. The list includes a variety of experiences, from solo adventures and co-op scares to big-budget sequels and indie hits, with updates provided throughout the year.