Big Bad Wolf, the acclaimed studio behind titles such as *Vampire: The Masquerade Swansong* and *The Council*, has just announced their latest endeavor: *Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss*. The announcement was accompanied by a striking CG trailer, introducing players to the game's protagonist, Noah, who is struggling with encroaching madness, the submerged city of R'lyeh, and the legendary Great Old One, Cthulhu.
Set in the year 2053, the narrative of *Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss* unfolds against the backdrop of corporations mining the ocean's depths, inadvertently awakening an ancient cosmic horror. Players will assume the role of Noah, an agent from Interpol's secret Occult Affairs division. Tasked with investigating the mysterious disappearance of miners in the Pacific Ocean, Noah, with the assistance of an AI companion named Key, will delve into the secrets of the sunken city of R'lyeh. The gameplay involves solving intricate puzzles and battling to preserve sanity amidst Cthulhu's maddening influence.
Utilizing the power of Unreal Engine 5, *Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss* promises to deliver surreal, reality-bending environments that fully immerse players in its haunting atmosphere. The trailer, already available for viewing, teases a tense and thrilling experience. The game 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, further expanding the universe of cosmic horror in gaming.
