Supermassive Games announces a May 12, 2026 release date for Directive 8020. This is Supermassive's upcoming sci-fi survival horror narrative adventure that is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.
In addition to a digital release on all platforms, a physical release will also be available for the console releases. All pre-orders will get a free bump to the game's Deluxe Edition. Obviously the Deluxe Edition gives access to various bonuses such as various cosmetics, a digital soundtrack, and digital artbook.
Directive 8020 will include single player and couch co-op (for up to 5 players), with an online multiplayer option being added in a post-launch update.
Every Choice Has a Consequence
The Comply Pre-Order Trailer explores Directive 8020’s paranoia-fueled decision-making, where trust is fragile and every choice can be deadly.
Directive 8020 introduces Turning Points, a brand-new feature for The Dark Pictures that allows players to rewind and revisit key decisions, tailoring the experience to different playstyles. Whether uncovering every possible outcome or braving the story with no second chances, Turning Points gives players greater control over how they survive the horrors of deep space.
Pre-orders are available now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and at participating retail stores (while retail stocks last), with Steam digital pre-orders coming soon. Pre-orders include access to:
The Comply Pre-Order Trailer explores Directive 8020’s paranoia-fueled decision-making, where trust is fragile and every choice can be deadly.
- Choice-Based Gameplay: Cooper, the ship's medic, is fueled by paranoia and faces a harrowing decision as her crewmate Mitchell pleads for release from behind a sealed door. Cooper, unknowing if he’s human or not, has a difficult decision to make. This moment underscores a core theme of Directive 8020: trust no one, as every action has consequences.
- The “Double” Reveal: Based on how the game branches and your previous decisions, Cooper can now possess the gun instead of Commander Stafford. Two identical versions of Cernan (the ship's Engineer) rush into view and you must choose: who is the mimic and who do you allow back into the crew? One choice will prove fatal.
- Planetary Exploration: For the first time, the trailer teases on-planet gameplay showcasing the harsh, alien landscape of Tau Ceti f.
- Talent & Track: The trailer features lead talent Lashana Lynch as pilot Brianna Young, accompanied by the track “Comply” from Brighton-based band Blood Red Shoes.
Directive 8020 introduces Turning Points, a brand-new feature for The Dark Pictures that allows players to rewind and revisit key decisions, tailoring the experience to different playstyles. Whether uncovering every possible outcome or braving the story with no second chances, Turning Points gives players greater control over how they survive the horrors of deep space.
- Completionists: Track and explore alternative narrative branches and hidden endings.
- “Save my favorite character!” players: Rewind death to undo fatal mistakes and keep favorite characters alive.
- Survivors: Survivor Mode delivers the classic Dark Pictures experience - no safety nets, where every death is permanent.
Pre-orders are available now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and at participating retail stores (while retail stocks last), with Steam digital pre-orders coming soon. Pre-orders include access to:
- The Dark Pictures Outfit Pack
- The Dark Pictures Collectables
- Cinematic Filter Pack
- Digital Soundtrack
- Digital Artbook
