Summary
Indie developer Outfox Games has revealed the first official trailer for its upcoming spooky social deduction gameRitual Night, which looks like a perfect combination ofAmong UsandCult of the Lamb. The adorably creepy multiplayer game is set to launch exclusively for PC viaSteamin November, and audiences can now get an early look at the intriguing gameplay that awaits inRitual Night.
October has seen a number ofAAA horror video game releasesthat have captivated audiences and critics alike, including the massively successful remake ofSilent Hill 2. Looking to diversify the terrifying offerings of the Halloween season, this fresh indie title from Outfox Games seeks to provide a more family-friendly variety of spooks for players to enjoy with their friends.
Outfox Games has released an official reveal trailer forRitual Night, a new spooky social deduction game that will task players with summoning the occult entity Cthulhu. The game sees players taking on the role of mini Cthulhu-like monsters that must successfully perform a creepy ritual to bring The Slumbering One back from the depths while hidden humans secretly try to sabotage their dangerous plans.Ritual Nightwill feature roguelite elements, such as randomly generated props, along with ability unlocks and character progression, giving audiences a refreshing take on the genre. Combining the familiar gameplay elements ofsocial deduction video gameswith the otherworldly creatures of Lovecraftian horror,Ritual Nightoffers a truly unique multiplayer experience for fans of the spooky season.
Ritual Night Official Reveal Trailer
Similar togames likeAmong Us,Ritual Nightallows 4-8 players to team up in online multiplayer lobbies and put their lying and deception skills to the test. Players can enjoy spooky hand-drawn visuals while finishing various Warioware-inspired party mini-games to collect key ingredients for the summoning ritual. Unlike other social deduction games,Ritual Nighthas no early eliminations, meaning first-time players of the genre have an equal chance of success when playing with veteran gamers. Hidden player roles and advanced communication mechanics add to the chaos and confusion, settingRitual Nightapart from other games in the social deduction genre.Ritual Nightlaunches on Steamon November 4, with a playable demo available now.
Both AAA and indiemultiplayer horror video gameshave been praised by audiences in recent years, with titles likeDead by DaylightandLethal Companyserving as standouts of the genre. With social deduction elements added into the mix,Ritual Nighthas the potential to introduce the delights of spooky gaming to new fans when it launches on November 4.
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