“Photorealistic” Horror Game Ritual Tides Announced for PC and Consoles

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Vertpaint, a studio formed by former senior developers from Rockstar Games, CI Games, and TT Games, has announced its debut horror title Ritual Tides. This cinematic adventure with a uniquely grim vision is planned for PC in Q3 2025, followed shortly by releases for “all current consoles.”

In Ritual Tides, players wash ashore on a mysterious island off the southwest coast of Cornwall, with the goal of uncovering the terrifying secrets it holds. Grotesquely designed enemies lurk around every corner, requiring players to carefully choose between stealth and cunning. The game also features an innovative approach to “weapons,” which are not used in a traditional way, helping the title stand out in its genre.

Development follows a “bidirectional” approach, aligning gameplay design with research and artistic development. A major highlight is the variety of enemy types, unlike many horror games, Ritual Tides offers diverse and uniquely frightening encounters that contribute to its tense atmosphere.

More information will be revealed in February 2025, when the team showcases new gameplay.

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