Previously planned for October 25, the release date for the Alone in the Dark reboot has been delayed. THQ Nordic decided to avoid the October rush of games, changing the date to January 16, 2024 to give it some breathing room. As the publisher put it, they’re hoping to “remain as Alone in the Dark as possible.”
While October is an ideal month for horror games, competition really is fierce this year. THQ Nordic specifically cites Alan Wake II and Spider-Man 2 as some new releases it would rather not launch alongside.
“Our intention is to avoid competing with the wake of Alan’s epic release and to evade the dazzling skyline of cities adorned by the graceful swings of Spider-Man,” THQ Nordic stated. Beyond that, this also gives the team an opportunity to further refine the game. Oh yeah, and they also want to dive into that sweet deluge of games themselves.
Horror games thrive on the eerie embrace of solitude, something that is impossible to achieve in a gaming month as busy as October.
To ensure a breathtaking experience for everyone, we have made the decision to move the release of #AloneInTheDark to January 16, 2024. pic.twitter.com/W5EgV4aTZc
— Alone in the Dark (@AITDGame) September 5, 2023
The fall flood
While they specifically mention the Alan Wake and Spider-Man sequels, that’s not all that’s coming out this October. Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Ghostrunner 2, and Lords of the Fallen are just a few on the calendar. It’s a busy month for any game, much less a legacy horror title looking to grab a firm foothold.
It remains to be seen just how alone THQ Nordic and developer Pieces Interactive will remain. There’s still time for more big titles to slot in January 2024 plans, after all. In the meantime, you can see more footage of Alone in the Dark in the recent teaser. The latest take on the survival horror series that’s been around since 1992 will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
