As we bid adieu to 2024, we find ourselves on the cusp of 2025 and the promise of a chilling new reality eager to be unraveled. Nestled among next year’s most anticipated releases is “Post Trauma,” set to debut on Xbox and certain to deliver a freight train of nightmarish experiences.
Dreamt up by the creative minds of Roberto Serrag and Red Soul Games, “Post Trauma” is a love letter to legendary horror games like “Silent Hill” and “Resident Evil.” With the power of Unreal Engine 5, the game transports players to eerily familiar locations such as derelict hospitals and once-bustling metro stations now draped in shadow. This sinister world, known only as “The Gloom,” presents an eerie mix of the expected and the utterly bizarre—creepy tendrils slithering through cracked walls, grotesque monsters skulking unseen, and structures on the brink of ruin add to the foreboding ambiance.
The protagonist at the center of this unsettling journey, Roman, a retired train conductor, finds himself waking to a world teetering on the edge of madness. Brought to life with a voice courtesy of Togo Igawa and enhanced by Motion Capture technology, Roman’s facial expressions and body language are as authentic as they come, allowing players to see his inner turmoil play out against the haunting backdrop of events.
“Post Trauma” eschews spine-tingling jump scares for a more methodical brand of horror, opting to steep players in an oppressive atmosphere thick with dread. The soundtrack plays a starring role here, with haunting piano notes whispering ominously in the background, gradually swelling in intensity during encounters to match the player’s racing pulse.
Exploration is key, and the game beckons with a world replete with secrets and challenges. Meticulous observation is rewarded as hidden details may hold the key to unlocking the game’s more enigmatic puzzles—a trusty notepad could become an adventurer’s best companion here.
Navigating The Gloom is not without peril, and Roman must sometimes meet danger head-on. From wielding a sledgehammer or a crowbar to firearms like pistols and shotguns, survival may require tapping into every available resource—all of which demand careful inventory management.
Like any great survival horror game, “Post Trauma” keeps players on their toes, challenging their perceptions and expectations with every turn. As we edge closer to its 2025 release on Xbox Series X|S, we eagerly anticipate diving into this beautifully crafted world drenched in mystery and suspense. Be sure to add it to your wishlist!
For those who appreciate a fresh take on classic survival horror tropes, “Post Trauma” stands poised to deliver. Its homage to the genre giants, combined with innovative storytelling and visuals, coalesces into a game that promises to thrill and unsettle in equal measure. So, prepare for a deep dive into an unnerving realm, where behind every shadow lies the unknown—and possibly, a path to unimaginable terror.
