Still Wakes the Deep<\/i>, the latest horror game from The Chinese Room, is one of the year\u2019s most anticipated gaming titles.<\/p>\n
Find out all the information you need to know about this North Sea oil rig horror adventure, from its release date to gameplay, trailers, and voice talent.<\/p>\n \r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n
Still Wakes the Deep<\/i> is set to release on June 18, 2024<\/b>. This highly anticipated horror game from The Chinese Room will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5<\/a>, and through Game Pass.<\/p>\n Xbox and The Chinese Room confirmed this date in a trailer <\/b>that aired during the Future Games Show Spring Showcase.<\/p>\n In October 2023, audio director Daan Hendriks revealed that the team is diligently working towards their beta milestone<\/b>, aiming for a \u2018content complete\u2019 state.<\/p>\n QA tester Seb Axel confirmed the shift in focus towards console versions to ensure a smooth experience across all platforms.<\/p>\n The first trailer for Still Wakes the Deep<\/i> was shown at the Xbox Games Showcase in June 2023.<\/b><\/p>\n The trailer has beautiful visuals<\/b> of the Beira D oil rig surrounded by the misty North Sea.<\/p>\n We see the main character, Caz<\/b>, walking through blood-streaked hallways and climbing broken ladders, with a haunting Gaelic folk song by Maggie MacInnes playing in the background.<\/p>\n The trailer ends with Caz urgently closing a hatch, interrupted by an eerie scream<\/b>.<\/p>\n A second trailer, shown during the Xbox Partner Preview<\/b>, gives us a closer look at the gameplay.<\/p>\n Caz is seen navigating a collapsing walkway and exploring flooded industrial rooms, with narrow escapes and scary encounters adding to the tension.<\/p>\n The game is set on a North Sea oil rig off the coast of Scotland<\/b>. Players take on the role of Caz McCleary, a working-class ex-boxer from Glasgow.<\/p>\n As one of the few survivors on the Beira D rig, Caz must navigate the icy waters and escape the supernatural creature<\/b> aboard to reunite with his family.<\/p>\n Audio director Daan Hendriks mentioned the strong family themes in the narrative, with Caz\u2019s post at the rig serving as an escape from personal problems.<\/p>\n The game\u2019s mission scripting uses Inkle\u2019s Ink narrative language, offering a flexible system for storytelling.<\/p>\n Still Wakes the Deep<\/i> offers a first-person story experience<\/b> with light puzzles and intense moments.<\/p>\n Players must rely on their wits and determination, as Caz has no weapons or special powers<\/b>.<\/p>\n The game’s look is inspired by filmmakers like Kubrick and Dargento<\/b>, as well as 1970s design, all made possible with the advanced graphics of Unreal Engine 5<\/a>.<\/p>\n The North Sea oil rig setting is more than just a backdrop; it’s a changing environment that evolves with the story.<\/p>\n Lead designer Rob McLachlan explained that revisiting areas will reveal significant changes due to flooding or destruction, creating new exploration opportunities.<\/p>\n Award-winning actors Alec Newman and Neve McIntosh are the main voices <\/b>in the game, giving life to the characters Caz and Suze.<\/p>\n Directed by Kate Saxon and Damian Goodwin<\/b>, their performances are powerful and gripping, with a haunting soundtrack by Jason Graves adding to the atmosphere.<\/p>\n QA tester Seb Axel mentioned that the game\u2019s scary moments can surprise even experienced players<\/b>.<\/p>\n The game includes an alternate Story Mode <\/b>for those who want to enjoy the story without constant fear.<\/p>\n Prepare yourself for an unforgettable journey with Still Wakes the Deep<\/i>. Mark your calendars for June 18, 2024, and get ready to dive into the eerie world of the North Sea oil rig.<\/p>\nGameplay Trailers and First Look<\/h2>\n
Story and Setting<\/h2>\n
Gameplay Mechanics<\/h2>\n
Behind the Scenes: Voice Talent and Development<\/h2>\n
Get Ready for an Eerie Adventure!<\/h2>\n