Digital Happiness and Soft Source Publishing have officially announced DreadOut 3, the highly anticipated sequel to the cult-favorite horror series. Set to launch on PC via Steam in 2026, this installment continues the spine-chilling adventures of Linda as she delves deeper into the supernatural realms inspired by Indonesian folklore.
A Deeper Dive into Indonesian Folklore
DreadOut 3 draws heavily from Asian-Indonesian urban legends, offering players a unique horror experience rooted in rich cultural narratives. Players will navigate through haunted environments, confronting malevolent spirits and uncovering ancient myths that blur the lines between the living and the dead.
Innovative Gameplay Mechanics
Building upon its predecessors, DreadOut 3 introduces several gameplay enhancements:
- Non-Linear Exploration: Traverse open-world settings that shift between day and night, each revealing different horrors.
- Iris Phone Integration: Utilize Linda’s smartphone to switch between first-person and third-person perspectives, capturing evidence of the supernatural.
- Spiritual Realm Puzzles: Solve intricate puzzles that require players to interact with both the physical and spiritual worlds.
- Ghostpedia App: Document encounters with various spirits and urban legends, expanding Linda’s knowledge and abilities.
- Wardrobe Customization: Access a variety of outfits for Linda, some of which play a role in ancient summoning rituals.
Technical Specifications
To ensure an immersive experience, the developers have outlined the following system requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: 64-bit processor and operating system
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 6 GB / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 6 GB
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 30 GB available space
Recommended Requirements:
- OS: Windows 11
- Processor: 64-bit processor and operating system
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti 8 GB / AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT 16 GB
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 30 GB available space
Anticipated Release Timeline
While an exact release date has not been specified, DreadOut 3 is slated for a 2026 launch, with developers humorously noting it will arrive “definitely after Grand Theft Auto VI releases.”
