Unveiling a New Open World Survival-Horror Game

I Hate This Place, a fresh entry in the world of video games, has made its grand debut. Announced during the illustrious Future Games Show, this open-world survival horror title draws inspiration from its 2022 comic counterpart. It’s the brainchild of Rock Square Thunder, a passionate Polish studio helmed by some of the creative minds who previously shaped Bloober Team’s celebrated titles. The game’s publishing rights are secured under Broken Mirror Games, a brand new horror-centric publishing arm of Bloober Team, and it’s all set to tantalize players in Q4 of 2025.

The collaboration creating this chilling adventure includes Skybound Entertainment, the multimedia powerhouse from sunny California known for bringing The Walking Dead franchise to life. Since its inception in 2010 by Robert Kirkman and David Alpert, Skybound has expanded its horizons, launching Skybound Games to cater to indie developers.

This latest announcement sees I Hate This Place poised to challenge players by immersing them in a world where survival doesn’t just depend on skill but quick thinking and adaptability. Set to retain the captivating artwork of illustrator Artyom Topilin, this game pays homage to the ’80s comic atmosphere, capturing the vivid essence of an era long past. The storyline pivots around Elena, who unwittingly stirs an age-old sinister presence. Among these haunting forces is the Horned Man, a formidable adversary that players must strategically evade.

Built as an open-world survival experience, players will find themselves crafting and exploring to their hearts’ content. While evasion is sometimes an option, Elena will confront situations demanding melee and gunplay, where resourcefulness, not brute strength, reigns supreme. The game’s dynamic day-night cycle promises more than just a change in scenery, potentially influencing encounters and challenges players will face.

As anticipation builds and a release window narrows to late 2025, Broken Mirror Games has confirmed the game’s availability across platforms like PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via the Steam and Epic Games Store. This multilayered gaming experience looks ready to carve a niche of its own in the horror gaming landscape, keeping fans on edge until its ultimate unveiling.