Supermassive Games has unveiled the latest addition to The Dark Pictures Anthology, titled Directive 8020. This time, players will be taken on a journey into space filled with body horror. Watch the trailer below for a sneak peek.
After four games, the format of The Dark Pictures Anthology was starting to feel a bit tired. It’s refreshing to see that Supermassive Games is shaking things up with this new release. According to the developers, Directive 8020 will feature real-time threats, stealth gameplay mechanics, and interactive cinematics powered by Unreal Engine 5.
The game will also star Hollywood actress Lashana Lynch, known for her roles in Bob Marley: One Love and The Woman King. Here’s a glimpse of the storyline:
“Earth is on the brink of collapse, and humanity is running out of time. When the colony ship Cassiopeia crash lands on the planet Tau Ceti f, its crew discovers that they are not alone.”
“Hunted by a shape-shifting alien organism, the crew must outsmart their pursuers to survive and make it back home. Faced with a difficult decision, they must choose between saving themselves or risking the lives of everyone on Earth. In the vastness of space, death lurks in many forms.
- Next-Gen Cinematic Survival Horror – Immerse yourself in cinematic storytelling and heart-pounding horror on a mission to save humanity in deep space.
- Real-Time Alien Threats – Navigate through dark corridors while evading a deadly alien threat determined to wipe out human life. Use your wits, reflexes, and stealth to overcome your enemies.
- Trust No One – Encounter an alien lifeform that can perfectly mimic its prey. The crew’s years of training and trust are put to the test when the enemy is hiding in plain sight. Who can you trust? Your choices will determine your fate.”
Source: YouTube / Press release
