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Developer Polygon Crypt and publisher Gigatank 3000 have unveiled the first-ever trailer for the upcoming sci-fi survival horrorPCgameGhost Sector, which draws on retro classics of the genre to bring players a familiar yet refreshing experience. Slated for release exclusively onPCsometime in 2026,Ghost Sectoris available to wishlist now on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
A number ofhorror games with retro aestheticsand old-school gameplay have found popularity in recent years, proving that even modern audiences enjoy a throwback experience with new video game releases. Building on that rush of nostalgia and combining it with innovative storytelling,Ghost Sectorlooks to scratch the survival horror itch for both veteran and first-time players.
Revealed as part of The MIX Spring Showcase 2025,Ghost Sectoris a brand-new third-person survival horror game in which players will take on the role of M-07, a prototype humanoid machine, and work to escape a mysterious facility while uncovering their robotic origins. Once a maximum-security prison, the M-Tech Corporation has transformed the derelict complex into a massive robot research facility that has pushed android replication beyond the limits of scientific ethical standards. Protagonist M-07 awakens after a catastrophic event and must navigate the facility’s defense systems to unravel the origins of their creation and discover the secrets behind the M-Tech Corporation. Similar togames likeResident Evil, everything is not as it seems inGhost Sector, and players will have to dive deep within the locked-down facility to find the true horror at the core of M-07’s journey.
Ghost Sector Official Reveal Trailer
Featuring fixed camera angles and tank controls similar to many classicPS1 survival horror games,Ghost Sectorchallenges players with limited power sources, intricate environmental puzzles, and double-edged upgrade options to create an immersive sci-fi horror experience.Ghost Sectorblends futuristic decay with retro horror by drawing aesthetic inspiration from classic sci-fi video games likeGalerians,BioForge,Citadel, andAlien Breed: Tower Assault, as well as implementing an eerie ambiance similar to that of the Ridley ScottAlienfilm franchise. Audiences can jump into the space horror mystery whenGhost Sectorlaunches onSteamand the Epic Games Store in 2026.
From AAA remasters ofDead SpaceandSilent Hilltoclassic games coming to modern consoles, the horror genre has seen a variety of hit releases in recent years. While some have focused on upgrading graphics and gameplay, others have instead implemented old-school mechanics and visuals to transport players to the early days of survival horror gaming.Ghost Sectorlooks to introduce familiar elements with a brand-new story, so interested players will want to stay tuned for updates on the release ofGhost Sectorand other retro-style horror games.
