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The Dark Pictures Anthology: Directive 8020

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Survival Horror
Psychological
Horror
Adventure
Released
2026
ESRB
Rating Pending
Developer(s)
Supermassive Games
Publisher(s)
Supermassive Games
Engine
Unreal Engine 5
Multiplayer
Online Co-Op, Local Co-Op
Franchise
The Dark Pictures
Number of Players
1-5

Earth is dying and humanity is running out of time. 12 light years from home, Tau Ceti f offers a small sliver of hope. When the colony ship Cassiopeia crash lands on the planet, its crew soon realize they are far from being alone.

In space, death takes many forms.

NEXT-GEN CINEMATIC SURVIVAL HORROR
Experience immersive cinematic storytelling and edge-of-your-seat horror on a deep space mission to save humanity.

REAL-TIME ALIEN THREATS
Evade a deadly alien threat that roams the dark corridors of the ship, intent on eradicating human life. Overcome your enemies using improvised weapons, lightning reflexes, and stealth.

TRUST NO ONE
Encounter an alien lifeform that perfectly imitates its prey. Years of training and trust are lost among the crew when their enemy hides in plain sight. Who is human and who is not? Your choices are now more important than ever!

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