Bloody FM‘s Scp Archives is proud to present their new episode inspired by classic survival game Alone in the Dark, in honor of the game’s reboot launching today!
In Pieces Interactive and Thq Nordic’s highly anticipated re-imagining of the classic survival game, Emily Hartwood (Jodie Comer) and Edward Carnby (David Harbor) venture to Derceto Manor, a mental institution, to investigate the disappearance of Emily’s uncle, Jeremy Hartwood. Inspired by the haunting Derceto Manor and its sordid history, this week’s episode of Scp Archives imagined what an early 1920s investigation into the manor might uncover…
First released in 1992, Alone in the Dark set the standard for modern survival games. Its engaging puzzles, survival-horror combat, and inventory management inspired games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. The modern re-imagining shares much of its DNA with the original Alone in the Dark, but boasts stunning graphics, new gameplay,...
In Pieces Interactive and Thq Nordic’s highly anticipated re-imagining of the classic survival game, Emily Hartwood (Jodie Comer) and Edward Carnby (David Harbor) venture to Derceto Manor, a mental institution, to investigate the disappearance of Emily’s uncle, Jeremy Hartwood. Inspired by the haunting Derceto Manor and its sordid history, this week’s episode of Scp Archives imagined what an early 1920s investigation into the manor might uncover…
First released in 1992, Alone in the Dark set the standard for modern survival games. Its engaging puzzles, survival-horror combat, and inventory management inspired games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. The modern re-imagining shares much of its DNA with the original Alone in the Dark, but boasts stunning graphics, new gameplay,...
- 3/20/2024
- by Klaudia Amenabar
- bloody-disgusting.com
We’re now only a couple of weeks out from the launch of Thq Nordic’s (belated) reboot of Alone in the Dark and, as is to be expected, the publicity machine is going into overdrive. With new trailers dropping at regular intervals, amplified promotion of the game’s deluxe edition, and Creative Director, Mikael Hedberg, making the interview rounds; it feels like the granddaddy of survival horror is rightfully making waves once again.
It’s an overdue comeback for sure — given that it’s been almost 10 years since the franchise’s last installment and even longer since the last good one — yet the pieces do appear to be falling into place. Indeed, there’s ample reason to be getting excited for Edward Carnby’s newest case: from its unique interbellum setting and its playful evocation of film noir tropes; to how it’s combining the very best of horror gaming’s past & present; and,...
It’s an overdue comeback for sure — given that it’s been almost 10 years since the franchise’s last installment and even longer since the last good one — yet the pieces do appear to be falling into place. Indeed, there’s ample reason to be getting excited for Edward Carnby’s newest case: from its unique interbellum setting and its playful evocation of film noir tropes; to how it’s combining the very best of horror gaming’s past & present; and,...
- 3/5/2024
- by Harrison Abbott
- bloody-disgusting.com
With Pieces Interactive set to unleash the remake of Alone in the Dark next month, it was time to give the fans a taste of the madness. Said madness can be found in the new trailer for Alone in the Dark, which not only features actors Jodie Comer and David Harbour chatting about the game, but also introduces players to the colourful inhabitants of Derceto Manor.
“I think what I’m most drawn to is the different characters, because they are so fully fleshed out and so colourful and vibrant,” states Comer. “You really do feel like when Emily meets a new character the world is completely changed.”
Alone in the Dark remake Writer and Director Mikael Hedberg appears in the trailer, referring to Derceto Manor as one of the most parts of the game. “It’s at its very core a haunted mansion story. That’s why we needed...
“I think what I’m most drawn to is the different characters, because they are so fully fleshed out and so colourful and vibrant,” states Comer. “You really do feel like when Emily meets a new character the world is completely changed.”
Alone in the Dark remake Writer and Director Mikael Hedberg appears in the trailer, referring to Derceto Manor as one of the most parts of the game. “It’s at its very core a haunted mansion story. That’s why we needed...
- 2/29/2024
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
After a couple of delays, Thq’s belated remake of Alone in the Dark is almost upon us and we couldn’t be more hyped. After all, the title is poised to breathe fresh life into what was once recognized as the granddaddy of survival horror (even though it predates that label by a good few years).
You see, despite its far-reaching influence — which can be felt in everything from classic Resident Evil to mainline Silent Hill entries— this IP has been languishing since the turn of the millennium. Owing to a string of increasingly dodgy sequels, very few gamers under the age of thirty are likely to hold the series in high esteem, while its protagonist, Edward Carnby, is hardly as iconic as his nearest counterparts in Leon S. Kennedy or James Sunderland.
Mikael Hedberg, however, is still very fond of Alone in the Dark, believing it to be...
You see, despite its far-reaching influence — which can be felt in everything from classic Resident Evil to mainline Silent Hill entries— this IP has been languishing since the turn of the millennium. Owing to a string of increasingly dodgy sequels, very few gamers under the age of thirty are likely to hold the series in high esteem, while its protagonist, Edward Carnby, is hardly as iconic as his nearest counterparts in Leon S. Kennedy or James Sunderland.
Mikael Hedberg, however, is still very fond of Alone in the Dark, believing it to be...
- 2/1/2024
- by Harrison Abbott
- bloody-disgusting.com
Thq Nordic and developer Pieces Interactive have pushed their upcoming Alone in the Dark remake again. Originally pushed to January 16 to accommodate for a hectic October, the publisher has moved the release to March 20, 2024.
The decision to move the release date again, according to Thq Nordic, was to give the team more time for polish, and to avoid “potential crunch” over the Christmas holidays. In addition Thq Nordic and Pieces Interactive “want to ensure that the game not only meets but exceeds the expectations of the community, especially with the outstanding performances of Hollywood stars David [Barbour] and Jodie [Comer] as the main protagonists.”
A love letter to the ground-breaking original, Alone in the Dark allows players to experience the haunting story by Mikael Hedberg through the eyes of one of the two protagonists: play as Edward Carnby, portrayed by David Harbour, or Emily Hartwood, portrayed by Jodie Comer in this reimagined classic survival horror game,...
The decision to move the release date again, according to Thq Nordic, was to give the team more time for polish, and to avoid “potential crunch” over the Christmas holidays. In addition Thq Nordic and Pieces Interactive “want to ensure that the game not only meets but exceeds the expectations of the community, especially with the outstanding performances of Hollywood stars David [Barbour] and Jodie [Comer] as the main protagonists.”
A love letter to the ground-breaking original, Alone in the Dark allows players to experience the haunting story by Mikael Hedberg through the eyes of one of the two protagonists: play as Edward Carnby, portrayed by David Harbour, or Emily Hartwood, portrayed by Jodie Comer in this reimagined classic survival horror game,...
- 12/7/2023
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
Given how awesome Alan Wake II is, Thq Nordic was right to delay the release of Alone in the Dark. Plus, it gave them another excuse to tease fans with a new eight-minute gameplay trailer for the upcoming reimagining. Titled “Looking for Jeremy”, the new Alone in the Dark trailer features plenty of “unedited” gameplay scenes, as well as a peek at the various enemies and environments Emily Hartwood and private investigator Edward Carnby will face.
The description for the gameplay trailer reads: “After receiving a mysterious letter, Emily and Private Investigator Edward are arriving at the Derceto Manor to uncover unexplainable happenings and to find Jeremy! Who can you trust, what will you believe, and what will you do next?”
A love letter to the ground-breaking original, Alone in the Dark allows players to experience the haunting story by Mikael Hedberg through the eyes of one of the two protagonists: play as Edward Carnby,...
The description for the gameplay trailer reads: “After receiving a mysterious letter, Emily and Private Investigator Edward are arriving at the Derceto Manor to uncover unexplainable happenings and to find Jeremy! Who can you trust, what will you believe, and what will you do next?”
A love letter to the ground-breaking original, Alone in the Dark allows players to experience the haunting story by Mikael Hedberg through the eyes of one of the two protagonists: play as Edward Carnby,...
- 11/8/2023
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
After the first day of big reveals, Feardemic’s Fear Fest 2023 concluded last night with the Horror Game Awards. Spread across 13 categories (and one lifetime achievement award), the big winner last night was Capcom’s Resident Evil 4 remake.
The acclaimed remake of the 2005 classic nabbed all five of its nominated categories, including Horror Game of The Year. Meanwhile, Capcom’s other Resident Evil title, Resident Evil Village, snagged the award for Best VR/Ar Horror.
The title closest to equaling RE4‘s total wins was rose-engine’s Alien-esque Survival Horror title Signalis, which snagged the awards for Best Narrative of the Year and Best Indie Horror of the Year.
Meanwhile, the Horror Game Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award went to Mikael Hedberg, lead writer for the upcoming Alone in the Dark remake, as well as Amnesia: Rebirth and Soma.
Here’s a complete rundown of the winners:
Best Game...
The acclaimed remake of the 2005 classic nabbed all five of its nominated categories, including Horror Game of The Year. Meanwhile, Capcom’s other Resident Evil title, Resident Evil Village, snagged the award for Best VR/Ar Horror.
The title closest to equaling RE4‘s total wins was rose-engine’s Alien-esque Survival Horror title Signalis, which snagged the awards for Best Narrative of the Year and Best Indie Horror of the Year.
Meanwhile, the Horror Game Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award went to Mikael Hedberg, lead writer for the upcoming Alone in the Dark remake, as well as Amnesia: Rebirth and Soma.
Here’s a complete rundown of the winners:
Best Game...
- 9/8/2023
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
Pieces Interactive’s new reboot of Alone in the Dark is on track to be one of 2023’s most exciting horror titles; with an intriguing mystery storyline, a unique interbellum setting, and an emphasis on creeping dread over bombastic action.
In a recent press conference, the developers managed to allay any fears that this is going to be yet another stinker in the franchise (like 2015’s unutterably awful Illumination). Here, they showcased their reverence for the original game, evidenced a keen understanding of the genre that they are operating in, and even announced that a pair of Hollywood A-listers have joined the cast, in the form of David Harbour and Jodie Comer.
The fact that the game is shaping up so promisingly is a bit of a double-edged sword, however, because it means that the wait until its release on October 25th is going to be even more agonizing.
Fortunately,...
In a recent press conference, the developers managed to allay any fears that this is going to be yet another stinker in the franchise (like 2015’s unutterably awful Illumination). Here, they showcased their reverence for the original game, evidenced a keen understanding of the genre that they are operating in, and even announced that a pair of Hollywood A-listers have joined the cast, in the form of David Harbour and Jodie Comer.
The fact that the game is shaping up so promisingly is a bit of a double-edged sword, however, because it means that the wait until its release on October 25th is going to be even more agonizing.
Fortunately,...
- 5/26/2023
- by Harrison Abbott
- bloody-disgusting.com
“With all of the remakes going on today, you can never be sure what you’ll get at the end.”
It was with this cautious scepticism that veteran game designer, Frédérick Raynal, initially greeted the news of his most famous creation, Alone in the Dark, getting another do-over.
Which is an understandable reaction, given that this franchise has a singularly bad track-record when it comes to being fumbled by outsiders. And that’s putting it lightly, as anybody who has ever played 2015’s risible Illumination will attest.
You see, while other survival horror classics like Resident Evil and (to a lesser extent) Silent Hill have managed to evolve with the times and cling to their relevancy, Alone in the Dark has suffered quite a spectacular fall from grace.
Very few players under the age of 30 will remember the series with all that much fondness, given that its entries have been...
It was with this cautious scepticism that veteran game designer, Frédérick Raynal, initially greeted the news of his most famous creation, Alone in the Dark, getting another do-over.
Which is an understandable reaction, given that this franchise has a singularly bad track-record when it comes to being fumbled by outsiders. And that’s putting it lightly, as anybody who has ever played 2015’s risible Illumination will attest.
You see, while other survival horror classics like Resident Evil and (to a lesser extent) Silent Hill have managed to evolve with the times and cling to their relevancy, Alone in the Dark has suffered quite a spectacular fall from grace.
Very few players under the age of 30 will remember the series with all that much fondness, given that its entries have been...
- 5/26/2023
- by Harrison Abbott
- bloody-disgusting.com
The rumours are true. Thq Nordic and developer Pieces Interactive has resurrected Alone in the Dark for a new generation.
Officially revealed during Thq Nordic’s showcase at Gamescom 2022 (after Belgian retailer Smartoys pre-emptively posted a listing for the game), this remake of Alone in the Dark will see players return to the Derceto mansion in what’s described as a “love letter to the cult ’90s game”.
Coming to the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, the game will have some pedigree behind its writing with screenwriter Mikael Hedberg, who had the writing duties for Soma and Amnesia: The Dark Descent.
Taking place in the deep south of the United States during the years 1920, players will assume the role of either Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood as they search for Emily’s uncle, who has disappeared. Their search leads them to Derceto manor, a mental asylum where “something is lurking”.
“Encounter strange residents,...
Officially revealed during Thq Nordic’s showcase at Gamescom 2022 (after Belgian retailer Smartoys pre-emptively posted a listing for the game), this remake of Alone in the Dark will see players return to the Derceto mansion in what’s described as a “love letter to the cult ’90s game”.
Coming to the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, the game will have some pedigree behind its writing with screenwriter Mikael Hedberg, who had the writing duties for Soma and Amnesia: The Dark Descent.
Taking place in the deep south of the United States during the years 1920, players will assume the role of either Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood as they search for Emily’s uncle, who has disappeared. Their search leads them to Derceto manor, a mental asylum where “something is lurking”.
“Encounter strange residents,...
- 8/12/2022
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
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