Big Bad Wolf, the creative minds behind critically acclaimed games such as *Vampire: The Masquerade Swansong* and *The Council*, have unveiled their newest venture: *Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss*. The announcement was accompanied by a stunning CG trailer, introducing fans to the game's protagonist, Noah, who is battling encroaching madness. The trailer also showcases the submerged city of R'lyeh and the legendary Great Old One, Cthulhu.
Set in the year 2053, the narrative unfolds in a world where deep-sea mining corporations have inadvertently awakened an ancient cosmic horror. Players will embody Noah, an agent from Interpol's clandestine Occult Affairs division, tasked with investigating the mysterious vanishing of miners in the Pacific Ocean. Assisted by an AI companion named Key, players will delve into the mysteries of the sunken city of R'lyeh, tackle complex puzzles, and struggle to preserve their sanity amidst Cthulhu's overwhelming influence.
Leveraging the power of Unreal Engine 5, *Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss* promises to deliver surreal, reality-bending environments that plunge players into a haunting atmosphere. The trailer, already available for viewing, hints at a gripping and suspenseful gameplay experience. The game is slated for release in 2026, and will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
In other news, Frogwares has also revealed gameplay footage for *The Sinking City 2*, another title drawing inspiration from H.P. Lovecraft's works.
