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Ontos is a game about rats, liars, and lying rats. At least, I think that's what it is
Ontos is a narrative-driven game that explores themes of deception and moral ambiguity through difficult choices, as experienced in a Gamescom preview. Players encounter numerous rats and must decide their fate, with options ranging from freeing them to causing them harm. The game aims to present players with weighty decisions that may have significant repercussions, though the preview suggests the decision-making might be too obvious at times.
This remarkable mod transforms the most frightening horror game of the decade into Mirror's Edge
A remarkable mod transforms Frictional Games' horror title Amnesia: The Bunker into a Mirror's Edge-like experience. Created by modder TiMan for a modding jam, the 'Bunker's Edge' mod replaces the game's dark atmosphere with Mirror's Edge's bright cityscapes and implements its signature parkour mechanics. Despite some minor clunkiness and a short playtime, the mod offers a fun and impressive demonstration of creative modding.
Here's 10 more minutes of the most interesting game shown at this year's Opening Night Live
Frictional Games' upcoming horror title Ontos stood out at Gamescom's Opening Night Live with its unique blend of unsettling imagery and existential themes. A new 10-minute gameplay showcase reveals more about the narrative, which involves a scientist attempting to upload his consciousness into a rat server within a repurposed hotel.
Ontos in the Works for Over 10 Years, Extensive Gameplay Showcases Twisted Experiments
Frictional Games' upcoming title, Ontos, has been in development for over a decade and features "psychological gameplay" where players make informed decisions based on understanding characters and experiments. The game, launching in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, showcases disturbing scenarios involving rats and consciousness transfer, emphasizing replayability through multiple experimental outcomes.
You can't pet the talking rat wall in Ontos, the new space horror game from Soma's creators, but surely it can run Doom
Frictional Games' new space horror title, Ontos, is shaping up to be a philosophical puzzler rather than a traditional horror game. A new video showcases the game's environments and experimental gameplay, which involves interacting with sci-fi ephemera and a unique AI server made of rats. The developers suggest the game will launch next year.
Massor av gameplay från Frictional Games skräckspel ONTOS
Frictional Games has revealed new gameplay for their upcoming horror title ONTOS, a spiritual successor to SOMA. The footage, showcased by YouTuber Jacksepticeye who also voices a character, depicts the game's initial hours as the player travels to a moon-based research facility. ONTOS will feature exploration, puzzle-solving, and morally ambiguous choices, with a non-linear structure. It is set to release in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation trailer and Rainbow 6 Tactics headline Gamescom 2026
Gamescom 2026's Opening Night Live showcased new trailers and reveals, including a spring 2027 release window for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Ubisoft also revealed Rainbow Six Tactics, a new big-budget turn-based tactics game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Frictional ska släppa en "ny version" av Amnesia: The Dark Descent
Frictional Games announced in their annual report that a new version of Amnesia: The Dark Descent is planned for release in late 2026. The studio is also prioritizing the development of Ontos, a thematic follow-up to SOMA, which has been delayed to 2027.
Soma just got a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
A new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of the horror and science fiction game Soma is being released, featuring improved resolution and image quality over the original version. Developed by Frictional Games, Soma explores themes of identity and consciousness within the isolated PATHOS-II facility.
Highly Anticipated PS5 Sci-Fi Adventure Game Delayed
The 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 år
Frictional 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.
Amnesia studio delays its new game into 2027
Frictional 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 2027
Frictional 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" vision
Frictional 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.
Subnautica 2 tries to be more like Alien: Isolation than Silent Hill 2, which is why the leviathans are invincible now
Subnautica 2's design lead Anthony Gallegos explains that making leviathans invincible is inspired by games like Alien: Isolation, not a commitment to pacifism. This design choice aims to maintain tension and threat by removing the option to fight, drawing parallels to how players often mastered combat in games like Silent Hill 2 rather than engaging with its horror elements.
Subnautica 2's no-killing policy isn't because it's 'a game about pacifism', says design lead, but because players would 'master the crappy combat' over anything else
Subnautica 2's design lead, Anthony Gallegos, clarified that the game's no-killing policy is not about pacifism but a design choice to prevent players from mastering combat over exploration. He explained that removing combat encourages players to engage with the world and maintain the intended tension, drawing inspiration from games like SOMA and Alien: Isolation.
Games Inbox: Is Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced going to be worth getting?
Readers discuss the upcoming remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, with some questioning the necessity of remaking games that are still accessible. There's also speculation about Grand Theft Auto 6's massive sales potential and Valve's perceived lack of interest in the Steam Machine's success. Other topics include the future of Call of Duty, the impact of AI in creative industries, and the merits of sci-fi horror games.
The 15 best sci-fi survival horror video games you can play right now
This article lists and describes 15 of the best sci-fi survival horror video games available now on PC and consoles. The list includes titles like Alien: Isolation, System Shock 1 & 2, Dead Space, and Resident Evil 2, highlighting their unique atmospheres and gameplay mechanics.
Horror Masterpiece Amnesia: Rebirth is out on Nintendo Switch 2
The 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.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, TMNT: Splintered Fate, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted titles available for purchase.
