Upcoming Indie Horror Game 'Post Trauma' Unveils Eerie Trailer and 2024 Release Date, Drawing Parallels to Resident Evil

A chilling new trailer has emerged for an upcoming indie horror game titled "Post Trauma", accompanied by the announcement of its anticipated release window in 2024. Drawing parallels to the iconic Resident Evil series, this spine-tingling title, published by Raw Fury, unveils an eerie world inhabited by nightmarish creatures and enriched with puzzle-oriented exploration.

First introduced in 2021, Post Trauma openly acknowledged its debt to Silent Hill's influence, yet as glimpses of the game have been unveiled since then, it's become evident that it shares resonances with the acclaimed Resident Evil franchise as well. Developed by Red Soul Games, initially a one-person passion project, the studio has since blossomed into a dedicated team of horror enthusiasts.

The newly unveiled trailer for Post Trauma provides a captivating preview of its gloomy, atmospheric setting, featuring an array of survival horror puzzles. The trailer tantalizingly hints at a Spring 2024 release date. While some of the monstrous entities in the game draw inspiration from the Lovecraftian subgenre, the core gameplay mechanics and exploratory elements exhibit unmistakable shades of Resident Evil. Even the showcased save mechanism in the Game Awards trailer bears semblance to the typewriter system in the Resident Evil series.

The approximately one-minute trailer follows the journey of Roman, a middle-aged train conductor, as he grapples with escaping from a bizarre and nightmarish locale. Interwoven with scenes of Roman navigating his surroundings and engaging with intricate puzzle boxes, the trailer occasionally shifts to a first-person perspective. The teaser concludes with the enigmatic voice of a guide aiding Roman, adding to the air of mystery. While the game is slated for release on both PC and consoles, details about specific console platforms remain undisclosed.

Enthusiasts of the horror genre have ample reason to anticipate the release of Post Trauma. When a creator draws inspiration from distinguished horror titles, it's only fitting to take cues from the best. With new releases from both the Resident Evil and Silent Hill franchises on the distant horizon, Post Trauma positions itself strategically. Notably, September 21 promises further revelations about upcoming titles for fans of the Resident Evil series, courtesy of developer and publisher Capcom.

It's commonplace for creators to find inspiration in existing games, particularly those of paramount stature. Even the highly anticipated Alan Wake 2 has acknowledged its resonance with Resident Evil, as noted by its developers. The ultimate query, however, remains whether Post Trauma can deliver on its promises once it's finally accessible to the eager fans.