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Directive 8020 - Crew Transmission #04

In this fourth episode we join our audio team as they break down how sound plays a vital role in building tension aboard the Cassiopeia, from the creaks of the ship itself to the terrifying sounds lurking in the darkness.  

Directive 8020 - UK Preview Event

On April 22nd, we invited over 70 press and creators to our Earth Day Training Programme, where they got to experience a final hands-on with Directive 8020, and were thrown into a real-life scene onboard the Cassiopeia with our crew and mimics, along with a few other out of this world experiences...

Directive 8020 - Crew Transmission #03

In this third episode we welcome you aboard the Cassiopeia! Join us as we take you behind the scenes of this deep-space vessel, from it’s pristine beginnings to something far more… unsettling.

Steam Pre-Orders are now open for Directive 8020

Announced at the Galaxies Spring 2026 showcase, Steam pre-orders are now open for cinematic sci-fi survival horror Directive 8020. Launching Tuesday, May 12th here's everything you need to know in 60 Seconds...

Directive 8020 - Crew Transmission #02

In this second episode, we introduce you to humanity’s potential new home, and the corporation taking us there...

New Directive 8020 Multiplayer Trailer

Premiered at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase spotlighting the return of couch-coop 'Movie Night' mode, check out our brand-new trailer here:

Directive 8020 Launching May 12th, Featuring DLSS 4.5 & Path Tracing

When Directive 8020 launches on May 12th, it can be experienced in remarkable detail on GeForce RTX 50 Series systems. Path-traced lighting and effects, enhanced by DLSS Ray Reconstruction will elevate image quality to new heights. And DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi Frame Generation will maximize performance:

Directive 8020 - Crew Transmission #01

Featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, this is your first look inside the making of our most ambitious Dark Pictures journey yet...

Directive 8020 launches May 12 2026

Directive 8020, will launch on May 12th 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). Pre-Order now & receive a free Digital Deluxe Upgrade.

Directive 8020 at Gamescom 2025

1 year on from its announcement, Directive 8020 returned to Gamescom with new gameplay, exclusive interviews and unknown alien substances...

The Dark Pictures Gear Store is now open!

To celebrate 6 years of The Dark Pictures, we thought it was about time we made a gear store for you to rep your favourite games with exclusive apparel, collectibles and more...

An Update about Directive 8020

Directive 8020 Digital Deluxe Edition

Unlock exclusive content and a bonus collectibles mission with the Digital Deluxe Edition

Meet the Crew - Brianna Young

As pilot of the Cassiopeia, she carries forward her father's legacy with purpose, pushing herself to new heights...

Meet the Crew - Josef Cernan

Josef Cernan, Technical Engineer, brings a unique blend of technical precision and human insight to Corinth's mission...

Meet the Crew - Samantha Cooper

Dr. Samantha Cooper's experience, compassion, and commitment to the crew make her a vital asset aboard Corinth's mission...

Meet the Crew - Nolan Stafford

Few have contributed more to human space exploration than Commander Nolan Stafford...

Meet the Crew - Laura Eisele

Precision. Performance. Progress. Senior Mission Officer Laura Eisele brings all three to Corinth's mission...

Story Trailer and Release Date for New Sci-Fi Horror Adventure Directive 8020 Revealed

Debuted at Sony’s State of Play showcase, the new trailer takes fans deeper into the dangers onboard the spaceship Cassiopeia, teasing new characters, environments, potential death scenes and a deadly alien threat.

All-New Sci-Fi, Survival Horror Adventure “Directive 8020” announced at Gamescom

An all-new sci-fi survival horror adventure, Directive 8020 is a dramatic step forward for the Dark Pictures Anthology. Featuring persistent real-time threats, all-new stealth gameplay mechanics, and enhanced interactive cinematics powered by Unreal Engine 5.