Isometric and intense 2D survival horror Dead of Darkness 2 announced for PC and consoles
Trailer spotlights enhanced anime-inspired visuals; original Dead of Darkness now available on Steam and GOG with 40% discount
Osterholz, Germany – 7th October 2026 – Solo developer, Retrofiction Games is today thrilled to announce Dead of Darkness 2 – an intense, old-school, 2D survival horror with a strong emphasis on story and lore, is now in development for PC via Steam and GOG, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox and Nintendo Switch. Retrofiction Games will be self publishing on PC, while eastasiasoft will be handling console ports and publishing.
The game debuted during the Horror Game Awards Halloween Showcase, where a brand new announcement trailer revealed the handcrafted pixel art, 90’s anime-inspired animations and nailbiting survival horror action that awaits players.
A direct sequel to the Dead of Darkness, Dead of Darkness 2 enhances the original’s crunchy sprite-based aesthetic to deliver higher detailed visuals, full 2D isometric gameplay and more frames of animation. Narratively, it builds upon the deep and chilling lore established in the first game, introducing a fresh cast of characters and an eerie new location to explore: the deeply sinister town of Goldren Creek.
When Jun Takehara finds a wounded little girl in the Appalachians, her search for help takes her to Goldren Creek, where she is soon pulled into a nightmare of unspeakable horrors; what she uncovers in the town’s depths will change her life forever.
From today, those looking to catch-up with the original Dead of Darkness can purchase it digitally on GOG, where it currently has a 40% launch discount. The same discount is also available for those looking to pick the game up via Steam.
Dead of Darkness 2 – Features
- Strong Narrative and Rich Lore. Dead of Darkness 2 features a cast of 28 characters, each with their own story connected to the larger mystery. Every note you find, object you examine, and room you explore holds details that bring you closer to Goldren Creek’s disturbing secret.
- Character Switching. Seamlessly switch between up to three characters during certain sections of the game. Use their different positions to solve puzzles, conserve resources, and outsmart your enemies. A shared item box lets you quickly exchange items between characters.
- Limited Resources and Inventory Management. Ammo and healing items are scarce, so use them wisely if you want to survive the horrors of Goldren Creek. Combine healing items to craft more potent medkits, upgrade weapons with parts, and manage your inventory weight to stay agile.
- Arsenal of Weapons. Fight back with everything from knives and axes to submachine guns and flamethrowers. Every weapon comes with its own advantages and drawbacks, including damage, status effects, equip load, and attack speed. Choose your loadout carefully. Survival may depend on it.
- Clues and Exploration. Search files, examine items, and investigate your surroundings to uncover clues. Use what you discover to solve puzzles, unlock secrets, and reveal hidden pathways.
Dead of Darkness 2 is now in development for PC and consoles. It is available to wishlist now via Steam, GOG and PlayStation Store
For more information on Dead of Darkness 2, please visit the official website, Bluesky and X, or check out Retrofiction Games on X and Instagram.
About Retrofiction Games
Founded by Germany-based indie developer Markus Neuert, Retrofiction Games is dedicated tocrafting story-driven experiences that combine the best of both old and new styles of gaming, with a special love for horror themes and adventure elements.
