The remake of Alone in the Dark has been announced for some time now, but we’re finally getting to learn more about the upcoming remake of the 90s horror classic as it approaches release later in the year.
The original Alone in the Dark was a game that helped form the survival horror genre before Resident Evil arrived on the scene and set the blueprint games would follow for the next few years.
The upcoming remake is looking to bring the series back to its roots by reimagining the original under a more modern lens.
If you want to know the Alone in the Dark release date, and much more, read on.
Alone in the Dark release date
Horror games thrive on the eerie embrace of solitude, something that is impossible to achieve in a gaming month as busy as October.
To ensure a breathtaking experience for everyone, we have made the decision to move the release of #AloneInTheDark to January 16, 2024. pic.twitter.com/W5EgV4aTZc
— Alone in the Dark (@AITDGame) September 5, 2023
Alone in the Dark is confirmed for release on January 16, 2024.
The game was originally slated to be released on October 25, 2023, as per the spotlight showcase in late May.
There is also a standalone prologue to the game called Alone in the Dark Grace, which is available now, having been released after the spotlight showcase. It’s also playable on all the platforms listed below.
Alone in the Dark platforms
The game will be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, where it will be available on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Alone in the Dark voice cast
The Alone in the Dark voice cast is a big part of the remake, as the two playable protagonists of Edward and Emily are played by David Harbour (Stranger Things, Black Widow) and Jodie Comer (Killing Eve, Free Guy) respectively.
Alone in the Dark trailers
The first trailer for Alone in the Dark was the official reveal trailer that launched on August 12, 2022. It featured a mix of cutscenes and gameplay without UI elements, setting up the tone, atmosphere, setting, and look of the game.
A notable part of the trailer was the doom jazz soundtrack in the background, which slowly grew in noise and became more unstable as the trailer went on, crescendoing during the scenes of combat.
The most recent trailer was the Alone in the Dark spotlight, which was an 11-minute showcase of the game with interviews from developers, the original game’s creator, the composer, and the actors.
This one gave us much more insight into Alone in the Dark and also focused on showing it off as a survival horror experience foremost.
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Alone in the Dark gameplay
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Alone in the Dark is a third-person survival horror game set in a bayou mansion in the Deep South during the 1920s.
The game has two playable protagonists that will change how you experience the story and gameplay throughout, who are called Emily and Edward. Edward is a private investigator who’s employed by Emily after her uncle goes missing, leading them both to the Decerto mansion to explore the mysterious place and uncover its secrets.
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As a survival horror, the game has a focus on puzzle solving, exploration, resource management, and combat. Combat pits you against the many monsters and horrifying creatures occupying the mansion and its surrounding grounds, allowing you to use firearms, melee weapons, and throwables like glass bottles.
That’s our explainer of everything you need to know about Alone in the Dark, and now you know the release date, platforms, voice cast, gameplay, and more. For more information about Alone in the Dark, keep reading TRAN HUNG DAO School.
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