The new Layers of Fear (previously titled Layers of Fears) launches soon, and Polish developer Bloober Team are showcasing how they’re tapping deep into the abilities of Epic’s Unreal Engine 5 to deliver what looks to be one of the most gorgeous and atmospheric horror games made to date.
The trailer shows the original Layers of Fear and the remake side-by-side, showing just how radically UE5 reinvents the experience. Bloober is adding ray tracing and using UE5’s Lumen lighting system and Niagara particle system to create some truly impressive-looking scenes. Meanwhile, DLSS and XeSS (FSR isn’t mentioned in the trailer) will boost the game’s performance. But hey, enough of my preamble, check out the trailer for yourself, below.
That’s some eye-popping stuff! Of course, there’s another reason to be excited about this footage – Bloober Team is also developing the Silent Hill 2 remake using Unreal Engine 5. If they can achieve this level of visual detail and atmosphere in Layers of Fear, hopefully, they can push the bar even further in SH2.
Haven’t been keeping up with Layers of Fear? As mentioned, the project was originally titled Layers of Fears and is an Unreal Engine 5 remake of the original LoF and it’s sequel with all DLC for both games and even some new content. Here’s the official description…
“The series, which has left a mark on narrative-driven first-person psychological horror games, returns to tell its final spine-chilling story in Layers of Fear.. The series’ crowning work is the definitive way to experience the critically acclaimed franchise as it features Layers of Fear and Layers of Fear 2, as well as all DLCs (including the new ‘The Final Note’ DLC that will give you a new perspective on the the series’ storyline) and the never-before-told story of The Writer, which will tie everything together. Built on Unreal Engine 5, the game supports Ray Tracing, HDR and 4K resolution to make the stunning visuals, and your nightmarish experience, as immersive and realistic as possible.
The Final Note DLC: Delve Even Deeper
A brand new DLC which aims to shed more light on The Painter, his muse and the family’s backstory, The Final Note is told from the perspective of The Painter’s Wife. This additional narrative may change how you see the characters of the first game, as well as their actions.”
The new Layers of Fear launches on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5 in June.
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