ZA/UM Announces Espionage RPG Project C4, Emphasizing Psychological Depth

The creators of Disco Elysium reveal a new spy-focused RPG that explores themes of failure, betrayal, and mental manipulation.

Project C4 is described as a 'mind-warping espionage RPG' featuring deep dialogue-driven gameplay and dice-roll mechanics.
Players assume the role of an 'Operant' working for a morally ambiguous global superpower in a world of geopolitical intrigue and concealed conflicts.
The game incorporates psychoactive substances as a gameplay mechanic, allowing players to alter their character's mind and perceptions of reality.
ZA/UM clarified that C4 is not a sequel to Disco Elysium but retains some thematic and stylistic elements, such as its focus on failure as a narrative tool.
The announcement follows years of internal turmoil at ZA/UM, including the controversial departure of key developers behind Disco Elysium.