Until Dawn
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Sony developing Until Dawn style 'horror shooter' for PS6 claims rumour
A report suggests Sony Interactive Entertainment is developing a 'horror shooter' game for the PlayStation 6, potentially a sequel to Until Dawn, with mechanics in Unreal Engine 5. The project is rumored to be in development at Firesprite, who previously worked on Twisted Metal and were linked to a new Forbidden Siren game.
Speculation Grows About Possible Until Dawn Sequel - GameHaunt
Speculation is mounting for a sequel to Until Dawn, reportedly titled Until Dawn 2, with Firesprite at the helm for a potential 2026 or 2027 release on PlayStation 5. The game is rumored to feature a new cast and narrative, utilizing Unreal Engine 5 and PlayStation 5's DualSense features for an enhanced horror experience.
Games Inbox: Is buying a video game day one a good idea?
Readers discuss the merits of buying games on day one, weighing instant access and being part of the conversation against the potential for lower prices and sales later. The article also touches on Sony's controversial PS5 DRM policy, the impact of studio closures on franchises like XCOM, and speculation about future game releases and company strategies.
The secret to Supermassive Games casting two Oscar winners is its focus on human-made art: 'They know that their performance is going to come across really well'
Supermassive Games' upcoming cinematic horror title, Directive 8020, features a cast of acclaimed actors, including Oscar winners Jesse Buckley and Rami Malek, and Lashana Lynch. Creative director Will Doyle attributes their success in attracting top talent to the studio's focus on high-quality, human-made cinematic experiences and their ability to capture performances effectively. The studio is also navigating the evolving landscape of AI in game development, emphasizing its commitment to a human touch in its games.
Directive 8020's Brief Demo Left Me Underwhelmed, Not Terrified
Supermassive Games' upcoming sci-fi horror title, Directive 8020, part of The Dark Pictures anthology, aims to deliver interstellar scares. The game follows the crew of the spaceship Cassiopeia after a mysterious disaster crashes them onto an alien planet, where they encounter unsettling lifeforms. Despite high expectations, the brief demo left the reviewer feeling underwhelmed rather than terrified.
Until Dawn dev's new sci-fi horror builds on Alien and The Thing's coworker paranoia: "It's a…
Supermassive Games' upcoming sci-fi horror title, Directive 8020, aims to blend cinematic narrative with survival horror elements, drawing inspiration from films like 'The Thing' and 'Alien'. The game focuses on workplace paranoia among adult professionals aboard a spacecraft, featuring stealth mechanics and player choices that impact relationships and survival. It is set to release on May 12, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
After an hour with Directive 8020, I worry the latest Dark Pictures game feels a little flat
An early look at Supermassive Games' Directive 8020 reveals a shift towards survival horror with new stealth-action elements, though these sequences currently feel unconvincing and lack tension. While the game retains its interactive drama roots and cinematic presentation, the new gameplay mechanics and enemy design in the previewed section are a cause for concern, potentially making the game feel flat.
DIRECTIVE 8020 DEBUTS ITS “EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW IN 60 SECONDS” TRAILER AHEAD OF LAUNCH ON 12 MAY
Supermassive Games has released a new 60-second trailer for their upcoming sci-fi survival horror game, Directive 8020, ahead of its May 12, 2026 launch. The trailer offers a final briefing on the dangers aboard the colony ship Cassiopeia, where a mission to secure humanity's future turns into a fight for survival against an alien organism. Pre-orders are now available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, with a Deluxe Edition upgrade included for a limited time.
Animated Bloodborne Movie Will Be Rated R
PlayStation Productions, Lyrical Animation, and producer Sean McLoughlin are developing an R-rated animated movie based on the game Bloodborne. The announcement was made at CinemaCon 2026, with no release window provided. This project follows other Bloodborne adaptations like a graphic novel and comes from a studio with limited prior animation credits.
Every PS5 Pro Enhanced Game (So Far)
Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, launched in November 2024, offers enhanced graphics and frame rates for compatible games, identified by a 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label. The console features an upgraded GPU and AI-driven upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) to achieve higher fidelity visuals and smoother performance, often doubling the power of the base PS5.
Sony's Lost Breaking Bad PSVR Project Unearthed in New Report
A report reveals that Sony's first-party studio FireSprite was assigned to develop a PlayStation VR game based on the television series Breaking Bad, which ultimately never materialized. Creator Vince Gilligan had previously acknowledged the project's cancellation, citing the difficulty of game development. This project is among several cancellations at FireSprite, which also worked on a new Twisted Metal and released the PSVR2 launch title Horizon Call of the Mountain.
Oscars' two biggest actors had major video game roles early in their careers
Oscar winners Jessie Buckley and Michael B. Jordan have notable early careers in video games. Buckley, who won Best Actress, previously starred in Supermassive Games' The Devil In Me, providing voice and motion capture. Jordan, a Best Actor winner, voiced characters in Gears Of War 3 and starred in VR titles like Wilson's Heart and Creed: Rise To Glory, also expressing a long-standing passion for first-person shooters.
The Devil In Me Game Dev Celebrates Star's Win At The Oscars
Supermassive Games is celebrating actor Jessie Buckley's Academy Award win for her role in the movie Hamnet, as she also starred as Kate Wilder in their game, The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me. This marks Buckley's only video game appearance to date. The developer also noted that Rami Malek, who starred in their game Until Dawn, previously won an Oscar.
Until Dawn remake dev Ballistic Moon has closed
Ballistic Moon, the studio behind the Until Dawn remake, has closed. A notice was filed in February 2026 to dissolve the Woking-based company.
Until Dawn remake dev Ballistic Moon has closed
Ballistic Moon, the developer behind the 2024 remake of Until Dawn, has officially closed down. The studio experienced multiple rounds of layoffs starting in September 2024, with a final notice of dissolution filed in February 2026. Separately, Microsoft revealed early technical details for its next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, which will feature a custom AMD SOC and significant advancements in ray tracing and neural rendering, with developer dev kits expected in 2027.
The Best Video Games Based on Horror Movies
This article lists and describes several video games based on popular horror movies, highlighting how they adapt or interpret their source material. Titles like The Thing: Remastered, Alien: Isolation, and Dead by Daylight are featured for their ability to capture the essence of their respective films.
Business and Finance
Stardock Entertainment has announced an expansion of its publishing services aimed at independent developers. Separately, insider information suggests that Ballistic Moon, the developer behind the Until Dawn remake, has officially dissolved. Rockfish's game Everspace is also mentioned.
Until Dawn remake studio is officially dead, a year after laying off nearly its entire staff
Ballistic Moon, the studio responsible for the 2024 remake of Until Dawn, has officially dissolved. The company was struck off the government's register on February 2nd, following multiple rounds of layoffs that began in September 2023. Despite the studio's closure, the Until Dawn remake received a respectable critical reception.
Report: Until Dawn remake dev Ballistic Moon is dissolved
Ballistic Moon, the studio developing the Until Dawn remake, has reportedly dissolved according to UK government filings. The company was officially dissolved via voluntary strike-off on February 3. Previous reports indicated significant layoffs and a struggle to secure funding or a new publisher.
2024 PS5 Exclusive Half Price on PS Store as Studio Shuts Down
The PlayStation 5 exclusive horror game Until Dawn is available at a 50% discount on the PlayStation Store as its developer, Ballistic Moon, has reportedly shut down. The game, a remake of the 2015 title, was launched earlier in 2024 and is also available through PS Plus Extra. The sale is a limited-time offer ending this Thursday.
