At Summer Game Fest 2025, Section 9 Interactive, a studio founded by veteran developers behind Little Nightmares, Little Nightmares 2, and LittleBigPlanet PS Vita, teamed up with Epic Games to debut their new project, End of Abyss. This sci-fi survival horror game promises a blend of atmospheric exploration and body horror, drawing inspiration from the darker corners of science fiction.
The reveal trailer introduced you to Cel, a young combat technician. Her task is to unravel the mysteries of an underground facility. As Cel navigates this abandoned world, you’ll face monstrous creatures and a haunting environment where nothing is human. Survival demands adaptability, with tense combat and a system for upgrading gear to battle twisted horrors. Much like Little Nightmares, End of Abyss prioritizes exploration, but it sets itself apart with branching pathways and hidden areas that deepen the game’s eerie allure.
End of Abyss stood out during the showcase, grabbing attention with its unique top-down FPS view. This style has drawn comparisons to Playdead’s Inside. It is set to release in 2026 on PC via the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.