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New TIGA Board Reinforces Commitment to Championing the UK Games Industry
TIGA, the trade association for the UK video games industry, has appointed new members to its Board of Directors, reinforcing its commitment to advocating for and supporting games businesses. The new board members bring diverse expertise from across the sector, aiming to strengthen policies that foster growth, attract investment, and develop talent within the UK games industry.
Dead by Daylight Gets an Insane PS5 Graphics Upgrade for Its 10th Anniversary
Dead by Daylight is receiving a significant graphical overhaul in 2027 for its 10th anniversary, featuring completely recreated models, new animations, and dynamic weather effects. Behaviour Interactive also announced new content including collaborations with Scooby Doo and Terrifier, a new survivor Shane Wiigwaas, and the integration of The Casting of Frank Stone. The game will also see a new mall map and character skins inspired by Iron Maiden and Silent Hill.
A Dead by Daylight movie is in the works at Blumhouse
Blumhouse has announced a film adaptation of the popular asymmetrical horror game Dead by Daylight, with Thordur Palsson set to direct. This marks Blumhouse's continued involvement in video game adaptations, following their success with Five Nights at Freddy's. The movie is expected to explore the game's lore and the origins of its original characters and the mysterious Entity.
Until Dawn 2 Has Been in the Works for At Least 4 Years, as Actor Confirms Joining in 2022
Actor Dacre Montgomery confirmed he joined the development of Until Dawn 2 at Firesprite four years ago, suggesting the game has been in the works since at least 2022. The interactive narrative horror title, a sequel to Supermassive Games' original, is expected to release around 2027 with a new cast and story about paranormal content creators on a haunted island.
Little Nightmares 3 – The Backstage wants you to meet The Puppeteer
The DLC expansion for Little Nightmares 3, titled The Backstage, is now available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and last-gen systems. Developed by Supermassive Games, this content introduces new characters Low and Dime who must face The Puppeteer. A review of Little Nightmares 3 gave it three out of five stars, praising its artistry despite familiar frustrations.
Little Nightmares III Descends Into Darkness Again With The Backstage DLC
The Backstage, the first post-launch DLC for Little Nightmares III, is now available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. This new chapter introduces a new story, a new companion character named Dime, and a new antagonist called The Puppeteer, expanding the game's unsettling world.
Little Nightmares III Backstage Released
The first DLC, Backstage, is now available for Little Nightmares III. This puzzle-platformer sequel was developed by Supermassive Games and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The DLC's release was announced on Steam for the Windows edition.
Little Nightmares III – The Backstage is now available!
The first additional content for Little Nightmares III, titled "The Backstage," is now available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Developed by Supermassive Games, this DLC introduces new characters Low and Dime who must navigate the dangers of The Carnevale and confront a new antagonist, The Puppeteer.
Until Dawn Characters Will Never Not Look Cursed, I Guess
This opinion piece critiques the character models in the upcoming game Until Dawn 2, arguing they still suffer from uncanny valley issues despite technological advancements. While the story premise and actor Neil Newbon's character model are praised, the author finds the facial animations and overall character designs unsettling, especially when compared to the realistic portrayal of Deborah Ann Woll in God of War: Laufey.
Little Nightmares III - The Backstage This Week
Bandai Namco Entertainment and Supermassive Games have announced that The Backstage, a new DLC for Little Nightmares III, will be released on June 12th. This content is part of the Secrets of the Spiral expansion pass for the horror-themed puzzle platformer.
Directive 8020 review – Space. Agency.
Directive 8020 is a tense sci-fi horror game from Supermassive Games that blends interactive drama with cinematic presentation. The game follows the crew of the colony ship Cassiopeia as they encounter a parasitic alien organism, leading to paranoia and distrust. While it leans heavily on inspirations like Alien and The Thing, it delivers a compelling experience with tough choices and strong visual and sound design.
PS5's Until Dawn 2 Has Been in Development for At Least 4 Years Already
The PlayStation 5 exclusive Until Dawn 2 has been in development at Firesprite for at least four years, with actor Dacre Montgomery joining the project in 2022. The game is slated for a 2027 release and will feature a ghost hunting group called Dead True. While the premise is intriguing, questions remain about the market's appetite for the franchise given Supermassive Games' recent output.
Until Dawn 2 has sold me with its campy teen slasher vibes, and it proves there's nothing like old-school scares
Until Dawn 2, developed by Firesprite, is set to revive the campy teen slasher horror of the original. The game promises a return to old-school scares with a new cast and a mysterious island setting, contrasting with Supermassive Games' more serious sci-fi horror title, Directive 8020. The upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive features actors Neil Newbon and Dacre Montgomery, and is already generating excitement for its B-movie slasher vibes.
Until Dawn 2 announced, but it's by a new developer — either way, I'm still excited for more slasher…
Until Dawn 2 has been announced and is being developed by Firesprite Games, not the original creators Supermassive Games. The story follows a group of ghost hunters who encounter real-life horror on a tropical island. The game is slated for a 2027 release and will feature the signature tough choices and consequences of the original.
"The difference is not just that you can’t fight back, it’s that you feel like you shouldn’t": Alien Isolation's lead designer wants you to "respect" the dinos in The Lost Wild
The Lost Wild's lead designer Gary Napper emphasizes a design philosophy of respecting dinosaurs as living creatures rather than monsters, drawing parallels to his work on Alien: Isolation. Unlike Alien: Isolation's focus on player power fantasy, The Lost Wild aims to make players feel vulnerable and encourage non-violent interaction with the prehistoric inhabitants of its island setting.
"Alla kan dö" – Until Dawn 2 har utannonserats
Supermassive Games has announced Until Dawn 2, a sequel to their acclaimed 2015 horror adventure game. The new title follows a group of ghost hunters who fake supernatural encounters but find themselves on a mysterious tropical island. The game will feature deeper relationship mechanics and is set to release on PlayStation 5 in 2027, with actor Peter Stormare confirmed to return.
Until Dawn 2 revealed during Sony's State of Play
Sony revealed Until Dawn 2 during its State of Play showcase, developed by Firesprite Games for a 2027 release. The game follows ghost hunters on a tropical island, featuring branching consequences based on character relationships and masked killers. This marks Firesprite's first narrative adventure game since its acquisition by Sony and following accusations of a toxic work culture.
Sony's summer State of Play showcase was big on God of War, Wolverine, gore and GTA-dodging release dates
Sony's latest State of Play showcase featured new titles and release dates, including God of War Laufey and Marvel's Wolverine. The presentation highlighted several gore-heavy action games and strategically placed releases to avoid Grand Theft Auto 6's November launch. Notable announcements included Until Dawn 2, Stuntman: Hollywood, Kemuri, Rayman Legends Retold, and delays for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Phantom Blade Zero.
Until Dawn 2 Launches in 2027, But It’s a Standalone Experience With a New Cast
Until Dawn 2 is set to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, developed by Firesprite Games. This sequel will be a standalone experience featuring a new cast of characters exploring an abandoned tropical island, though Dr. Hill from the original game is confirmed to return. Players will make choices that impact the narrative and the fate of the characters.
Until Dawn 2 is coming in 2027, Baldur's Gate 3 star Neil Newbon plays a "buff idiot," and OG studio Supermassive has been replaced by PlayStation's Horizon Call of the Mountain dev
Until Dawn 2 has been revealed with a 2027 release window, but it will be developed by Firesprite, not the original studio Supermassive Games. The sequel features a new cast of characters exploring a haunted island and includes Baldur's Gate 3 actor Neil Newbon. The announcement trailer showcased new gameplay elements and a return of a character from the first game.
