Gloomwood

Gloomwood is an upcoming stealth-action first-person shooter video game developed by Dillon Rogers and David Szymanski, and published by New Blood Interactive. The game is heavily inspired by classic stealth games such as Thief and System Shock, featuring a focus on immersive simulation elements, environmental storytelling, and player agency.

Gameplay:

Gloomwood emphasizes stealth, exploration, and resource management. Players must carefully navigate intricate environments, utilizing shadows, sound manipulation, and cunning to avoid or eliminate enemies. The game features a detailed inventory system and a variety of tools and weapons that can be used creatively to overcome obstacles. Ammunition and supplies are scarce, encouraging players to think strategically and conserve resources. The environment is designed to be interactive, with objects that can be manipulated to distract enemies or create opportunities.

Setting:

The game is set in a dark and gothic Victorian-era city called Gloomwood. The city is plagued by a mysterious illness and is shrouded in an atmosphere of decay and paranoia. The player takes on the role of an outsider who must uncover the secrets of Gloomwood and survive the dangers that lurk within.

Development:

Gloomwood is being developed by a small team and is known for its distinctive visual style, characterized by low-resolution textures and a retro aesthetic reminiscent of late 1990s PC games. The game has gained a considerable following due to its emphasis on classic stealth gameplay and its unique atmosphere.

Status:

The game is currently in Early Access on Steam.