Horror fans, it’s time to sharpen your senses—and perhaps your claws. Studio Ellipsis, the ambitious developer led by industry veteran Alex Amancio (the creative mind behind Assassin’s Creed Unity and Revelations), has finally pulled back the curtain on their upcoming project, Nightholme.
The studio recently dropped a haunting 9-minute gameplay walkthrough, giving us our most detailed look yet at this “Multiplayer Horror Hunt.” If you’ve been looking for something that blends the tension of an extraction shooter with the visceral transformation of a creature feature, Nightholme is firmly planting its flag in that territory.
What is Nightholme?
At its core, Nightholme is a PvPvE extraction horror game. You play as a Grimrunner, a mercenary hunter sent into a decaying, supernatural city known as the Brineheart. Your objective? Track down a nightmarish Gloomfiend, harvest its Terror Seed, and get out alive.
However, the city is shared with 11 other players. While you can enter as a solo hunter or in a squad of three, you are never truly alone. Cooperation is a choice—one that is often “delightfully ill-advised,” as the developers put it.
The Power of the Nocturn
The most unique mechanic revealed in the trailer is the Nocturn serum. To hunt monsters effectively, you must eventually become one.
- Grimrunner Form: Your human state. You are weaker but have better control, stealth, and tactical positioning.
- Grimspawn Form: By drinking the serum, you transform into a monstrous archetype. This grants devastating power and unique abilities, but it comes at a cost: your “Sanity” drains, and your presence is broadcast to every other player and horror in the vicinity.
A Living, Breathing City
The gameplay trailer showcases a city that isn’t just a map; it’s an antagonist. Inspired by cosmic horror and dark folklore, the urban sprawl of Nightholme is dense with verticality and hidden paths. The environment is reactive—noises draw enemies, and “the city watches back.”
Progressing through a match involves more than just shooting. You’ll interact with Altars, pursue faction-based quests, and scavenge for resources to reinforce your build for future runs.
“We believe games should feel unpredictable again. And that worlds are better when they’re discovered together.”
— Alex Amancio, Founder of Studio Ellipsis
When Can We Play?
While a full release date is still TBA, the development is moving fast. Studio Ellipsis has confirmed that a Closed Beta is planned for Summer 2026.
The game is currently being developed for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. If you’re brave enough to enter the Gloom, you can sign up for the beta now on their official website.
Quick Facts:
| Feature | Details |
| Developer | Studio Ellipsis |
| Genre | PvPvE Horror / Action / Extraction |
| Platforms | PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S |
| Key Mechanic | Grimrunner to Grimspawn Transformation |
| Player Count | 12 Players per Session (Solo or Squads of 3) |
Nightholme looks to be a refreshing, terrifying addition to the multiplayer landscape. Keep your eyes on the shadows—we certainly will be.
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Find out more here – https://nightholme.com/
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