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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.
Directive 8020 Is On Xbox, PlayStation And PC – Supermassive’s Darkest Sci-Fi Horror Yet?
Supermassive Games' latest cinematic horror title, Directive 8020, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game blends choice-driven storytelling with survival horror elements as players face an alien threat on a distant colony. The review highlights the game's tense atmosphere, improved survival mechanics, and the return of the popular Movie Night mode, awarding it a 4/5 score.
Directive 8020 review - Supermassive reinvents its cinematic horror anthology with mixed results
Directive 8020 offers a cerebral, slow-burn sci-fi horror experience that shifts away from Supermassive Games' usual popcorn thrills, featuring a stellar cast and a more sophisticated tone. While the game's narrative plot and stealth mechanics are considered derivative and perfunctory respectively, its patient build-up, character development, and the performances of actors like Anneika Rose and Lashana Lynch make it a compelling, albeit imperfect, entry in the Dark Pictures Anthology.
Directive 8020 – 15 Things We’ve Learned So Far
Directive 8020, the latest entry in Supermassive Games' The Dark Pictures Anthology, is set to evolve the series' signature choice-led cinematic horror with a new emphasis on real-time survival gameplay. The game features a crew of astronauts on a mission to a distant planet, facing a deceptive alien threat inspired by "The Thing." New features include a "Turning Points" system for replaying pivotal moments and expanded lore collectibles, with a release date of May 12th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
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.
Sci-Fi Survival Horror ‘Directive 8020’ Gets an “Everything You Need to Know in 60 Seconds” Trailer Ahead of
Supermassive Games has released a new trailer for its upcoming sci-fi survival horror game, Directive 8020, offering a quick overview of its gameplay and story ahead of its May 12, 2026 launch. The trailer highlights new survival mechanics, a branching narrative system with 'Turning Points', and the game's alien threat. Directive 8020 will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, with pre-orders including a free upgrade to the Digital Deluxe Edition.
Project Songbird: Unravel Shadows and Survive a Cinematic World of Suspense
Project Songbird is a first-person cinematic narrative horror game developed by Connor Rush of Fyre Games. Players control Dakota, a musician seeking solitude in the Appalachian forest to overcome writer's block and record a new album.