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Directive 8020 Release Date Reveal

[p]We're proud to announce that our sci-fi survival horror narrative adventure, Directive 8020, will launch May 12 2026 on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.[/p][p]Pre-orders are now live across PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with Steam pre-purchase coming soon with the same free Digital Deluxe upgrade bonus as the console platforms. [/p][p]Watch the brand new 'COMPLY' trailer here:[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h3]Every Choice Has a Consequence[/h3][p]The Comply Trailer explores Directive 8020’s paranoia-fuelled decision-making where trust is fragile and every choice can be deadly.[/p]
  • [p]Choice-Based Gameplay: Cooper, the ship's medic faces a harrowing decision as her crewmate Mitchell pleads for release from behind a sealed door. Cooper, unknowing if he’s human or not, has a difficult decision to make. This moment underscores a core theme of Directive 8020: trust no one, as every action has consequences.[/p]
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  • [p]The “Double” Reveal: Based on how the game branches and your previous decisions, Cooper can possess the gun instead of Commander Stafford. Two identical versions of Cernan (the ship's Engineer) rush into view and you must choose: who is the mimic and who do you allow back into the crew? One choice will prove fatal.[/p]
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  • [p]Planetary Exploration: For the first time, the trailer teases on-planet gameplay showcasing the harsh, alien landscape of Tau Ceti f.[/p]
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  • [p]Turning Points: A brand-new feature for The Dark Pictures that allows players to rewind and revisit key decisions. Whether uncovering every possible outcome or braving the story with no second chances, Turning Points gives players greater control over how they survive the horrors of deep space.[/p]
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  • [p]Talent & Track: The trailer features lead talent Lashana Lynch as pilot Brianna Young, accompanied by the track “Comply” from Brighton-based band, Blood Red Shoes.[/p]
[p][/p][p]For more information on all things Directive 8020, visit the website or join the conversation on our socials.[/p]