The Pines
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The Pines Is a Psychological Horror RPG Set in a Therapy RetreatThe Pines, a new psychological horror RPG from solo developer Studio Abattoir, is set to release on PC via Steam in 2027. The game features open-world exploration, character progression, detective work, and combat within a therapy retreat hiding dark secrets. Players take on the role of Edward Walker, a former detective investigating a conspiracy that connects to his past.- The Pines AnnouncedStudio Abattoir has announced The Pines, a psychological horror RPG aiming to offer players an escape. The game is scheduled for release on Windows PC next year.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Summer Showcase: Every Announcement, trailer and Release dateThe Future Games Show Summer Showcase 2026 featured over 70 announcements, including world premieres, gameplay reveals, and release dates for titles like ACE COMBAT 8: Wings of Theve, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and EXODUS. The event also highlighted numerous indie titles and provided updates on existing games such as Little Nightmares III: The Backstage and PowerWash Simulator 2. The showcase covered a wide range of genres and platforms, offering a glimpse into upcoming releases for PC and consoles.- A psychological horror RPG where every choice has a consequence: The Pines comes to PC in 2027Solo-developer Studio Abattoir announced that its debut title, the open-world psychological horror RPG The Pines, will be released on PC via Steam in 2027. A new gameplay trailer showcases the game's blend of exploration, investigative gameplay, and combat, where player choices have significant consequences. Players step into the role of Edward Walker, a former detective investigating a mysterious retreat.
- EVERYTHING ANNOUNCED AT THE FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES ON JUNE 6, 2026The Future Games Show Summer Showcase and FGS Live From Los Angeles presented over 40 games, including world premieres and extended gameplay reveals. Highlights included new trailers and announcements for EXODUS, Arizona Sunshine, WARDOGS, ACE COMBAT 8: SKIES UNKNOWN, and Little Nightmares III's 'The Backstage' DLC. Several games received release dates or confirmed upcoming platforms.
The Future Game Show Summer Showcase airs tomorrow and will offer an extended look at Exodus, plus new trailers and big…The Future Game Show Summer Showcase will air on June 6, featuring over 40 upcoming games with new trailers and world premieres. The event will include an extended gameplay look at Archetype Entertainment's sci-fi action RPG, Exodus, and will be hosted by actors Troy Baker and Alix Wilton Regan. Other featured titles include Halloween: The Game, WARDOGS, Annimo, Don't Fret, The Pines, Grave Seasons, Shark Dentist, Terminal War, and Alkahest.
Here's how to catch the Future Games Show's 40 games and 10 world premieres this June 6The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will feature over 40 upcoming games, including 10 world premieres, on June 6. The event will be hosted by Alex Wilton Regan and Troy Baker and will be streamed on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok. Several pre-revealed titles include Halloween: The Game, Wardogs, and Exodus, an upcoming sci-fi RPG from former Mass Effect developers.- HOW TO WATCH FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELESThe Future Games Show Summer Showcase will air on June 6, 2026, featuring over 40 games with world premieres, demos, and trailers. Hosted by Alix Wilton Regan and Troy Baker, the event will be followed by FGS Live from Los Angeles, offering more exclusive content and interviews. The showcase will be streamed internationally on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Steam, with dedicated streams for China and Korea.
The Pines asks what would Alan Wake look like if it was about therapy, and I kind of want to know the answerThe Pines is an upcoming open-world psychological horror RPG that draws comparisons to Alan Wake and Twin Peaks. Players control Edward Walker, who arrives at a secluded retreat for recovery and finds a sinister undercurrent. The game features detective sequences, a "stalker" system where actions have consequences, and incorporates themes of therapy.- The Pines could be the Alan Wake-type game we’ve been waiting forThe Pines is an upcoming psychological horror RPG developed by Studio Abattoir, drawing comparisons to Alan Wake 2 for its atmospheric setting and narrative focus. The game features RPG elements like dialogue choices and consequences, set in a mysterious town where the protagonist unravels supernatural secrets. Despite some concerns about gameplay mechanics, the ambitious scope and high-quality graphics, utilizing Unreal Engine 5, have generated significant interest.