Summary
Founded by veteran developers who worked onLittle Nightmares,Little Nightmares 2, andLittleBigPlanetPS VITA, Section 9 Interactive is a small studio that has teamed up with Epic Games to reveal a first look at the upcoming sci-fi survival horror gameEnd of Abyss. Presented during the main showcase ofSummer Game Fest2025,End of Abyssdraws inspiration from the darker tales of science fiction with a disturbingly harrowing twist.
Summer Game Fest included a number of surprising announcements for horror fans, with the announcement of thenextResident Evilgameand early looks at a number of indie entries. One new offering in particular has already caught the eye of players, with many taking an interest in its unique perspective blended with a familiar flavor of body horror.
The official reveal trailer forEnd of Abyssintroduces players to the young combat technician Cel, who must uncover the truth behind a derelict facility in the depths of a mysterious underground compound. Players will lead Cel on an atmospheric adventure while confronting monstrous creatures and investigating a broken and abandoned world. While Cel will make a number of discoveries along the way, players will need to remember that nothing they encounter is human, and they will need to push themselves to the limit to adapt and stay alive in the face of twisted horrors. Similar to theLittle Nightmaresgame series,End of Abyssemphasizes exploration, though it introduces a new system for upgradable gear that Cel will need to battle against enemies in tense combat.End of Abyssis set to release for PC via Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2026.
End of Abyss Official Reveal Trailer
Audiences have already begun drawing early comparisons betweenEnd of Abyssand games like Playdead’sInside, with many happy to see a freshsurvival horror video gamewith an arguably unexpected top-down FPS format. Others are curious as to how the mix of action and adventure will play out, with branching pathways and hidden areas adding to the mystique and allure ofEnd of Abyss. Interested players can now wishlistEnd of AbyssonEpic Games Storeand thePlayStation Store.
Horror fans continue to celebrate the variety of terrifying games that have been released in recent years, ranging from the likes of theSilent Hill 2remake to smaller hit projects such asPoppy Playtime. Many horror gamers have already marked both theupcoming creepy gameReanimalandLittle Nightmares 3on their calendars, and players can now look forward to a similarly disturbing yet thought-provoking experience whenEnd of Abysslaunches in 2026.
