Publisher Nacon and developer Big Bad Wolf Studio have announced Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss, a first-person investigative horror adventure set in the depths of the Pacific Ocean. The game is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC (Steam) in 2026 and is powered by Unreal Engine 5, promising an intense Lovecraftian experience that challenges the limits of sanity.
A descent into madness
The year is 2053, and humanity is on the brink of extinction. As corporations push deeper into the ocean in search of dwindling resources, they awaken something that was never meant to be disturbed. You play as Noah, an agent of Ancile, a secret division of Interpol dedicated to investigating occult threats. Sent to R’lyeh, the legendary sunken city, your mission is to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of miners.
With only your AI companion Key to guide you in Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss, you’ll navigate twisting labyrinths, face mind-warping horrors, and struggle to maintain your grip on reality. The deeper you go, the more you risk falling under Cthulhu’s relentless influence.
Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss key features
- A world beyond understanding – Explore the vast, impossible architecture of R’lyeh, a place that defies logic and reason, all rendered in Unreal Engine 5.
- A true investigative experience – Solve intricate puzzles, gather clues, and make tough decisions that will shape Noah’s fate. Every mystery has multiple paths and hidden secrets to uncover.
- Survival against the unknown – Face nightmares beyond human comprehension as your sanity is tested at every turn. The deeper you go, the more reality twists around you.
- A gripping, cinematic narrative – Brought to life with a rich, branching storyline, every choice you make has consequences in this thrilling blend of horror and investigation.
Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss is shaping up to be a terrifying dive into Lovecraftian horror, blending psychological tension, detective work, and mind-bending environments in a way that pushes immersive storytelling to new heights.
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