Alone in the Dark will be back in March! Learn more about the game's cast, free prologue availability, release date, spotlight video, and new feature, difficulty selection.
Alone in the Dark Reboot Release Date and Spotlight Video
Prologue Available For Free
Alone in the Dark, the iconic survival horror franchise, is returning with a reimagined reboot set to release on March 20 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
In an exciting reveal during the Alone in the Dark Spotlight video, the game introduced David Harbour as Detective Edward Carnby and Jodie Comer as Emily Hartwood, captivating fans with their roles in this thrilling adaptation. The spotlight also treated players to a sneak peek of the new gameplay and cutscenes, offering a glimpse into the chilling atmosphere of Derceto Manor, complete with its haunting Doom Jazz soundscape.
Additionally, players could experience a playable prologue, providing a tantalizing taste of what awaits them in the game, which is available today.
Alone in the Dark Features
Difficulty Level Selection
According to Tom Moore, the Marketing Manager for THQ Nordic, Alone in the Dark promises to deliver mind-bending puzzles and clues that players must explore and uncover.
The game challenges players with intricate enigmas, creating a sense of suspense and mystery throughout. Additionally, players can tailor their experience by choosing the difficulty level that suits them best. Those seeking a more significant challenge can opt for a mode with less assistance, while others can select an option that offers more tips, hints, and overall guidance.
A-List Acting Talents
See Emily and Edward brought to life by the Hollywood talent of Jodie Comer (Killing Eve, Free Guy) and David Harbour (Stranger Things, Black Widow), who lend their voices, appearance, and formidable acting skills to the protagonists. Mikee Hedberg, Alone in the Dark writer and Game director, praises David Harbour and Jodie Comer for their outstanding performance in bringing life to the characters.
A Love Letter To the Original
The Alone in the Dark reboot included elements from the original trilogy from the 1990s, even though it told an entirely new plot. Although there are many elements in the game that fans of the original games will recognize, no prior knowledge is necessary to enjoy it. With entirely different levels and cutscenes, you can explore Derceto's mysteries from either Edward's or Emily's point of view in the relaunch.
Alone in the Dark Preview
Forerunner of Survival Horror Genre
Infogrames originally created Alone in the Dark as a survival horror game. In most of the series' episodes, players take on the role of private detective Edward Carnby, who explores strange homes or communities populated by the undead. Its inaugural title, widely recognized as one of the survival horror genre's forerunners, is of particular historical significance for the franchise. In fact, Alone in the Dark is frequently cited as having laid the groundwork for later games in the genre.
Fans eagerly await the release of the updated Alone in the Dark, and the game's innovative approach to the survival horror genre carries a lot of promise. This relaunch is ready to provide longstanding fans and novices a thrilling trip into the heart of terror with its new gameplay, compelling storyline, and the skill of performers like David Harbour and Jodie Comer.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the twisted world of Alone in the Dark and brace yourself for a heart-pounding adventure like no other. March 20 can't come soon enough!
