Frogwares' 'The Sinking City 2Kickstarter Surpasses Goal Within Hours After Gameplay Reveal
The Ukrainian studio unveils pre-alpha footage of its survival horror sequel while crowdfunding to navigate challenges posed by the ongoing war.
- Frogwares launched a Kickstarter campaign for 'The Sinking City 2,' surpassing its $108,000 goal in mere hours and nearing $200,000 within a day.
- The studio released the first gameplay trailer, showcasing a Lovecraftian survival horror experience with a focus on combat and exploration, set in the flooded city of Arkham.
- Frogwares described the Kickstarter as a critical 'safety net' to address challenges caused by the ongoing war in Ukraine, including power outages and staff relocations.
- The sequel represents a shift for the studio, emphasizing 'horror first' gameplay while retaining optional investigative elements from its earlier titles.
- Despite the challenges of war and prior legal disputes with its former publisher, Frogwares remains committed to releasing 'The Sinking City 2' for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2025.