Find a Way Out of Dark Hours
Piece of Cake Studios has announced that the full version of Dark Hours will arrive on October 23 for $14.99 on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Building on the success of its Early Access run, which saw over 500,000 units sold, the game now launches as version 1.0 with polished gameplay, new horrors, and expanded content. To mark the occasion, the studio has released a teaser video that sets the tone for the terrifying experiences ahead.
Dark Hours puts one to four players in the roles of daring thieves attempting a high-stakes heist in haunted locations. Their plans quickly unravel when a supernatural force emerges, trapping them with a malevolent entity. Players must shift focus from their original mission to survival, working together to explore, solve puzzles, and find a way out. The game challenges players to navigate deadly environments while managing both their resources and their fear.
Version 1.0 offers an array of features designed to keep players engaged. Eight unique monsters each bring their own abilities and weaknesses, while over 50 heist items, including hacking devices, EMP grenades, scanners, and more, provide strategic tools for survival. Players can explore 60 maps spanning five diverse environments, from casinos and museums to cruise ships and nuclear power plants. The game also features three mafia factions for reputation building, four difficulty levels, including Nightmare mode, and over 100 customization items.
Additional gameplay modes offer variety, including a PvPvE setup where two teams of robbers compete, as well as mini-games such as Golden Rabbit, Curling, and Red Light Green Light. There is also crossplay functionality and an online friends system, ensuring that players can join forces or compete with others seamlessly. So, are you ready for this fun and horrifying journey? Find out right now.