Big Bad Wolf, the renowned studio behind acclaimed games such as Vampire: The Masquerade Swansong and The Council, has unveiled their latest project: Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss. The announcement was accompanied by a stunning CG trailer that introduces players to Noah, the protagonist who is battling encroaching madness, the submerged city of R'lyeh, and the legendary Great Old One, Cthulhu.
Set in the year 2053, the narrative unfolds amidst corporate endeavors to mine the ocean's depths, inadvertently awakening an ancient cosmic horror. Players will take on the role of Noah, an agent from Interpol's secret Occult Affairs division, charged with investigating the mysterious vanishings of miners in the Pacific Ocean. Assisted by an AI companion named Key, players will delve into the mysteries of the sunken city of R'lyeh, tackle complex puzzles, and struggle to preserve their sanity against the maddening influence of Cthulhu.
Utilizing the power of Unreal Engine 5, the game promises to deliver surreal, reality-bending environments that fully immerse players in its eerie atmosphere. The trailer, already available for viewing, hints at a tense and thrilling experience. Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss is slated for release in 2026 and will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
In related news, Frogwares has also showcased gameplay footage of The Sinking City 2, another title inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft.
