Indie developer Outfox Games has revealed the first official trailer for its upcoming spooky social deduction game Ritual Night, which looks like a perfect combination of Among Us and Cult of the Lamb. The adorably creepy multiplayer game is set to launch exclusively for PC via Steam in November, and audiences can now get an early look at the intriguing gameplay that awaits in Ritual Night.
October has seen a number of AAA horror video game releases that have captivated audiences and critics alike, including the massively successful remake of Silent 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.
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Outfox Games has released an official reveal trailer for Ritual 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 Night will 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 of social deduction video games with the otherworldly creatures of Lovecraftian horror, Ritual Night offers a truly unique multiplayer experience for fans of the spooky season.
Ritual Night Official Reveal Trailer
Similar to games like Among Us, Ritual Night allows 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 Night has 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, setting Ritual Night apart from other games in the social deduction genre. Ritual Night launches on Steam on November 4, with a playable demo available now.
Both AAA and indie multiplayer horror video games have been praised by audiences in recent years, with titles like Dead by Daylight and Lethal Company serving as standouts of the genre. With social deduction elements added into the mix, Ritual Night has the potential to introduce the delights of spooky gaming to new fans when it launches on November 4.