Beneath: another hidden gem that is set for this year, although it was initially announced in 2023, when its developers, the studio Camel101, intended to release it that same year. Seeing how much its appearance has changed and the clear passion they’ve put into it, we can safely say the wait has been more than worth it. Camel101, who already have a few titles under their belt, such as Syndrome (2016) and Those Who Remain (2020), to name a few, have proven that they are good at creating chilling environments and crafting stories told from a first-person perspective. And I believe an excellent proof of this will be Beneath, the upcoming first-person horror and survival adventure with a strong influence from H.P. Lovecraft, which we hope will finally arrive this year.
When I saw the trailer, it reminded me of some entries from F.E.A.R., especially the second one, perhaps mixed, in essence, with that magical feeling the original Half-Life gave off when it was released (yes, the 1998 original). Please, don’t get me wrong, everything I’m saying is incredibly positive. The truth is, I was simply captivated by the two videos I managed to watch of Beneath, which I’ll leave right here in this article. So, without further delay, here’s Beneath, from Camel101:
Underwater Horror, Survival, and Action
That’s exactly how Beneath is described by its developers. The story puts us in the shoes of diver Noah Quinn, who must fight against nightmare creatures, heavily armed enemies, and even an ancient and terrifying evil, all for the sake of humanity. At first, the experienced Noah is sent on a routine expedition to the ocean depths, which goes terribly wrong. In his struggle to survive, he quickly discovers that supplies are running low and, despite finding many weapons to aid him, ammunition is even scarcer.
Its developers emphasize the survival aspect of the title, forcing Noah to manage his resources to the extreme. His battle is not easy, as before he even realizes it, he finds himself facing horrific mutations, deadly creatures, and even his own progressive madness while uncovering a sinister conspiracy that threatens humanity itself. And, as if all this weren’t enough, Noah’s daughter’s life is at stake, turning this unexpected adventure into a frantic race against time. Do you really need more ingredients?
Highlighted Features of Beneath
Here are some of the game’s key features, according to its Steam page:
- Lovecraftian Horror: Immerse yourself in a chilling nightmare filled with Eldritch abominations and unravel a gripping narrative of mystery, suspense, and shocking twists.
- Resource management: Navigate scarce supplies and dwindling ammunition while maintaining your sanity against the horrors lurking in the depths.
- Tactical combat: Choose your fate: hide in the shadows to conserve resources or engage in adrenaline-pumping battles as you delve deeper into darkness.
- Uncover secrets in the depths: Equip your specialized deep-sea dive suit and navigate oxygen limits as you uncover the secrets of the ocean’s abyss and deep-sea research stations.
- Dynamic combat system: Confront a terrifying mix of foes, from ruthless soldiers to grotesque Lovecraftian monstrosities—master their tactics to survive.
Additionally, at the bottom of the page, we can read the following warning:
- Action sequences involve firearms and explosives against other humans and monsters.
- A copious amount of blood is visible throughout the game.
- Bad language is used throughout.
Okay, since it still doesn’t have an official release date, there’s some information we don’t have yet, such as its technical requirements. Regardless, there’s a strong chance that we’ll finally see Beneath launch this year. Personally, from what little I know, I’m already looking forward to it! And what about you? Come on, guys, drop by the comments and share your thoughts on this title because, you know gamers, we’ll be reading you! 😉
Images Source: IGN Official YouTube Channel, Beneath on Steam
