New Underwater Horror Game “Dark Mass” Draws Inspiration from Subnautica’s Most Terrifying Elements

Thalassophobia, the intense fear of deep and expansive waters, finds its embodiment in the eerie depths of Subnautica. The game offers breathtaking underwater vistas, but when your sensors start to flicker and a Leviathan looms ominously, the terror is palpable. Another title that masterfully taps into this fear is Soma, from the makers of Amnesia, Frictional Games. Imagine navigating the absolute darkness on the ocean floor, a sensation of isolation that is chilling. Now, blend that with the intense suspense of being stalked by relentless foes, reminiscent of Alien Isolation and Resident Evil, and you’ve got Dark Mass, a new game unveiled at the Future Games Show.

Step into the role of Alice, a daring deep-sea explorer on a mission to recover treasures from a sunken ocean liner. However, beneath its weathered exterior lies a surprise—an old manor house inexplicably resting in the depths of a trench. What initially seems a wonder turns unsettling as you realize you’re not alone. This marks the beginning of Dark Mass, a horror experience set entirely beneath the sea.

In Dark Mass, you’ll be tasked with solving intricate puzzles, making critical choices that alter the storyline, and deftly avoiding the crustacean-like terror pursuing you. Guiding you via radio is your brother Reed. The game draws from classics like Amnesia, Layers of Fear, and touches of Silent Hill, yet it stands out for being wholly aquatic, keeping the tension ratcheted up throughout.

While Dark Mass hasn’t announced its release date, there’s already eagerness building. You can wishlist this aquatic thriller on Steam by clicking here.

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