Paranormal Tales

Upcoming horror game

Video game

Paranormal Tales

Developer(s)| Digital Cybercherries
Publisher(s)| Digital Cybercherries
Designer(s)|

* Joe Henson (video game designer)
* Dec Doyle
* Ulrich Gollick
* Nick Watkinson
* Josh Lennen
* Andrew Hielscher

Engine| Unreal Engine 5
Platform(s)| Microsoft Windows
Genre(s)| Survival horror
Mode(s)| Single-player

Paranormal Tales is an upcoming[1][2][3] indie horror video game developed in Unreal Engine 5, known for its use of found footage as a core gameplay mechanic.[4][5] It was officially announced on October 25, 2022[6] and has attracted attention for its hyper-realistic visuals and use of bodycam footage.[7] The game is a collaborative effort between its original creator, British video game designer and marketing consultant Joe Henson (video game designer) and Digital Cybercherries, which announced its partnership for the game's publication and development on November 10, 2022.[8]

## Gameplay

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The game introduces players to the harrowing stories of individuals who have mysteriously disappeared. Through the lens of found footage—sourced from bodycams, smartphones, and VHS cameras—players will navigate through each narrative. Paranormal Tales is distinguished by its gameplay mechanics, including facial recognition, dynamic breathing, interactive household objects, realistic movement impairments such as stumbling during sprints, and the inclusion of jump scares to heighten the horror experience.[9][10][11]

## Reception

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Since its announcement, Paranormal Tales has garnered significant attention for its utilization of bodycam footage to deliver a realistic horror experience. Its hyper-realistic visuals, powered by Unreal Engine 5, have also contributed to the anticipation surrounding its release.[12]

## Release date

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The game is set to be released on PC and has been listed on Steam, although an official release date has not yet been announced.

## References

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1. ^ Blain, Louise (February 2, 2024). "Upcoming horror games for 2024 and beyond". GamesRadar. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
2. ^ Stewart, Marcus (Oct 27, 2023). "Paranormal Tales Is An Eerie Bodycam-Style Horror Game". Game Informer. Archived from the original on October 27, 2022. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
3. ^ Zwiezen, Zack (October 26, 2022). "New Bodycam Horror Game Looks Fucking Terrifying". Kotaku. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
4. ^ Mcnulty, Thomas (October 26, 2022). "P.T.-Inspired Bodycam Horror Game Traps You In A Forest Nightmare". Screen Rant. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
5. ^ Loric, Sacha (April 22, 2023). "Unrecord and Paranormal Tales lead the pack in new body-cam FPS genre". dlcompare. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
6. ^ Papadopoulos, John (October 25, 2022). "Paranormal Tales is a new Unreal Engine 5-powered bodycam-style horror game". DSOGaming. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
7. ^ Lewis, Catherine (October 26, 2022). "Unreal Engine 5 bodycam horror game looks like PT on steroids". GamingBible. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
8. ^ McKenzie, Theodore (November 10, 2022). "UE5-Powered Horror Paranormal Tales Will Be Published by Digital Cybercherries". 80 Level. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
9. ^ Lockwood, Willian (October 26, 2022). "Paranormal Tales Combines Body Cam Gameplay With Found Footage Horror". Rely on Horror. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
10. ^ Staff, Fangoria (May 2, 2023). "New Game PARANORMAL TALES Looks Like An Interactive V/H/S". Fangoria. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
11. ^ Donnelly, Joe (March 23, 2023). "Paranormal Tales brings Blair Witch vibes with a splash of Resident Evil and P.T. in new trailer". GamesRadar. Retrieved February 8, 2024.
12. ^ Cooper, Dalton (April 21, 2023). "Bodycam Horror Game Looks Absolutely Terrifying". GameRant. Retrieved February 8, 2024.

## External links

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* Official website