A terrifying game created by former developers from Rockstar

 A terrifying game created by former developers from Rockstar

Vertpaint Studios, a new development team formed by former Rockstar Games employees, has unveiled a teaser for its inaugural game, Tidal Ritual. This horror title is set to launch in 2025 for PC, with plans for console releases to follow. The game presents an opportunity for the developer to establish its presence in the horror gaming sector. Recent years have seen a surge in successful horror video games, including notable remakes like Resident Evil 4, Dead Space, and Silent Hill 2. For a detailed review of the Silent Hill 2 remake, click here. With both independent and established studios exploring this genre, Vertpaint Studios aims to carve out a niche with Tidal Ritual, striving to deliver a distinctive horror experience.

 

Vertpaint Studios has completed the prologue for their debut title, Tidal Ritual, which plunges players into a dark Lovecraftian universe filled with a grim narrative. Set on a secluded island, players are tasked with uncovering the nation's dreadful secrets while facing terrifying foes and lurking threats. Although specific gameplay mechanics remain undisclosed, Vertpaint Studios indicates that players will need to make strategic choices between fleeing and hiding as they navigate a “semi-realistic” setting. Tidal Ritual is expected to join the ranks of other notable Lovecraft-inspired horror games, such as Call of Cthulhu and Sunken City, when it launches for PC in the third quarter of 2025.

 

 

A terrifying game created by former developers from Rockstar

The initial artwork and trailer for Tidal Ritual have been unveiled, providing a sneak peek into the forthcoming horror game influenced by the writings of H.P. Lovecraft. The hazy depictions of enigmatic characters foster a sense of curiosity and unease, while a voiceover underscores the message that “there is no escape.” Concept art reveals a village perched on a cliff, featuring deserted structures, intended to depict the island that will be the primary setting for the game. Vertpaint Studios has announced that a presentation of Tidal Ritual is scheduled for release in February 2025, adding it to the roster of the most eagerly awaited video game launches of the upcoming year.