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Retro Gamer

5 State of Play announcements that stole the stream

Sony's State of Play event showcased several new game announcements and gameplay reveals. Highlights included new footage of Marvel's Wolverine, the stylish multiplayer game Kemuri, the horror sequel Until Dawn 2, the revival of Stuntman: Hollywood, and a new God of War title focusing on Laufey.

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Eurogamer

A decade later, PlayStation's cult classic cinematic horror hit Until Dawn is returning with a fully fledged, sun-kissed sequel

Sony has announced a sequel to the cult classic cinematic horror game Until Dawn, titled Until Dawn 2, which is set to release on PlayStation 5 next year. Developed by Firesprite Games, the sequel will feature a tropical setting and a new cast of characters, though actor Peter Stormare will reprise his role from the original game.

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CGmag Online

Sony Announces Until Dawn 2, Developed by Firesprite Games

Sony announced Until Dawn 2 during its State of Play presentation, with development handled by Firesprite Games instead of the original studio, Supermassive Games. The narrative horror title will be a spiritual successor, focusing on player choice and character permadeath, and is slated for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5. Actor Neil Newbon is confirmed to be involved.

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The Sixth Axis

Until Dawn 2 revealed, and it’s coming out in 2027

Sony and developer Firesprite have revealed Until Dawn 2, a sequel to the 2015 interactive drama horror game, set to release exclusively on PlayStation 5 in 2027. The new installment will feature a team of ghost hunters exploring a tropical island, continuing the group and teen horror themes established by the original and Supermassive Games.

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Games Press

Directive 8020: A Dark Pictures Game Original Soundtrack Now Streaming

The original soundtrack for Supermassive Games' survival horror title Directive 8020, composed by Jason Graves, is now available on all major digital music platforms. The game is part of The Dark Pictures Anthology series and features a branching narrative with player choices impacting survival against an alien organism.

Gaming Bolt

Directive 8020 Includes Teaser for Next Game as Reward for 100 Percent Completion

Supermassive Games has included a teaser for its next project, potentially titled The Craven Man or Intercession, within its latest release, Directive 8020. This tradition of hiding future game hints has been present since The Dark Pictures Anthology – Man of Medan. The teaser features cryptic VHS footage and ominous messages, suggesting a supernatural horror theme.

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Push Square

Until Dawn Dev Still Going with Dark Pictures Series, Next Entry Teased

Supermassive Games has teased the next installment in The Dark Pictures Anthology horror series through a hidden video in the latest release, Directive 8020. The teaser, potentially for a game titled 'The Craven Man', hints at a paranormal threat and flashes several years, including 1988, 2019, 2028, and 2029. The article also notes that Directive 8020 itself received a 5/10 rating in a PlayStation 5 review.

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PC Gamer

Directive 8020's new Turning Points system transforms it from a simple sci-fi survival horror into a compelling,…

Directive 8020 transforms into a compelling sci-fi survival horror experience with its new Turning Points system, which allows players to revisit decisions and unlock various outcomes. While Survivor mode offers a classic Supermassive Games experience, Turning Points adds a puzzle-like layer to the narrative, enhancing replayability. The game also delivers impressive body horror and a memorable alien antagonist, making it a standout in the genre.

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Engadget

Fresh horror from Supermassive, a Battlestar Galactica roguelite and other new indie games worth checking out

This article highlights new indie game releases, including a horror title from Supermassive Games and a Battlestar Galactica roguelite. It also mentions a game with a Tamagotchi-inspired name.

Destructoid

Intercession or The Craven Man?: Directive 8020 teaser for next Dark Pictures, analyzed

This analysis delves into the teaser trailer for Directive 8020, the latest entry in The Dark Pictures Anthology, to theorize about the identities of upcoming games like The Craven Man and Intercession. The author suggests that the trailer's imagery and cryptic messages, referencing past titles and potential future release years, point towards The Craven Man being the next game, focusing on themes of sacrifice and ritualism.

Destructoid

All The Dark Pictures Anthology games, ranked: Where does Directive 8020 place?

This article ranks all five released games in The Dark Pictures Anthology, a series of interactive horror titles from Supermassive Games. House of Ashes is placed first for its action-packed narrative and character development, while The Devil in Me is ranked last due to its pacing and storytelling issues. Directive 8020 is also discussed as a promising sci-fi entry with potential.

FZ.se

Kl. 19 – FZ Play kör Directive 8020

Directive 8020 is a new installment in Supermassive Games' horror adventure series, featuring new protagonists venturing into space. The article mentions that a preview stream will begin at 7 PM, and FZ will also publish a review of the game.

Gaming Bolt

Directive 8020 Review – Lost in Trust

Directive 8020 marks a significant departure for The Dark Pictures Anthology, introducing real-time controls and a sci-fi survival horror theme inspired by games like Dead Space and The Last of Us. While the new mechanics and focus on trust and paranoia create an immersive atmosphere, the stealth sections are formulaic and the mimic concept is underutilized. The game is most accessible and forward-looking in the series, though it trades some of its distinctiveness for a more modern approach.

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Rock Paper Shotgun

Subnautica 2 is Steam Deck Verified, as is Forza Horizon 6, Mina the Hollower, and Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

Valve has granted Steam Deck Verified status to several new and upcoming games, including Subnautica 2, Forza Horizon 6, Mina the Hollower, and Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. This certification indicates full compatibility and optimal performance on the handheld PC. Other titles like Outbound, Dead as Disco, and Coffee Talk Tokyo also received the verification, while Directive 8020 was marked as Playable.

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Retro Gamer

All Directive 8020 endings and how to get them

This guide details the two possible endings for the choose-your-own-adventure game Directive 8020, developed by Supermassive Games. The endings, Scientist and Humanitarian, are determined by increasing specific character traits throughout the game. A major plot twist reveals the characters are clones on repeated missions to study alien matter, making the player's final choice about whether to continue or stop the program.

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Retro Gamer

How does Directive 8020 multiplayer work?

Directive 8020 features two distinct local co-op multiplayer modes: Round Robin, where players rotate control of characters as they change, and Custom, allowing players to assign control of specific characters. While online multiplayer is planned for a future update, the current co-op modes support up to five players, with independent difficulty settings for each.

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PC Gamer

How to find the Serial Number for the Probe in Directive 8020

This guide explains how to find the serial number for the probe in the game Directive 8020. The required four-digit code, 2540, can be pieced together by examining three different screens located around the probe and its surroundings on Tau Ceti f.

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Retro Gamer

Should you send a distress call or warning in Directive 8020?

This guide for Directive 8020 clarifies that the choice between sending a distress call or a warning does not significantly impact the overall story outcome, only resulting in two different cutscenes. While the narrative suggests a major consequence, the decision ultimately has minimal effect on the game's progression, regardless of which characters are alive to make the call.

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Retro Gamer

All Directive 8020 Episodes and how long to beat them

Directive 8020 features eight episodes, with a single playthrough taking approximately eight hours. To experience all possible outcomes, players will need to replay the game two to three times, totaling around 30 hours of gameplay. The article details each episode's length and potential branching points, emphasizing the impact of player decisions on the narrative.

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Retro Gamer

Directive 8020 Diazepam chemicals walkthrough

This guide details how to complete the Diazepam puzzle in Directive 8020. Players must identify the correct chemical compounds, Chloroacetyl Chloride, Ammonia, and Dimethyl Sulphate, and input their associated numbers (1, 6, and 8 respectively) into a storage cabinet to synthesize the drug.

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