As survival horror enjoys a revival thanks to remakes of iconic titles and fresh entries into the genre, indie developer Teapot Studio is preparing to make its mark with The Twilight Project. This PC-exclusive game combines the gun-heavy, over-the-shoulder intensity of Resident Evil 4 with the atmospheric, folklore-inspired dread of Silent Hill f, offering a chilling new take grounded in Southeast Asian mythology.
Set in a remote village in Thailand, The Twilight Project places players in the role of a stranded tourist who finds themselves fighting to survive after reality begins to warp and ancient evils emerge. Drawing from local folklore, players must navigate through horrifying otherworldly threats while managing scarce resources and unraveling the village’s cursed past.
Thai Folk Horror Meets Classic Survival Mechanics
The Twilight Project introduces players to a world where shadow dimensions twist reality and monsters from forgotten legends roam freely. Inspired by Thai mythology, the game focuses on the blurred line between myth and madness. As grotesque creatures appear and reality unravels, players must use limited supplies to battle their way through the unknown, slowly uncovering the truth behind the village’s ancient curse.
The teaser trailer offers a glimpse of these chilling horrors, featuring disturbing creatures and a haunting rural backdrop. The game’s tone and pacing aim to evoke dread rather than rely solely on jumpscares, favoring psychological horror woven into traditional survival gameplay.
New Mechanics: Base-Building, Traps, and Strategy
While paying homage to genre staples, The Twilight Project also carves out its own identity with innovative survival mechanics. In addition to gunplay and puzzle-solving, players can build defensive safe zones using traps and resource stockpiles, similar to survival games like The Forest. A day-night cycle influences gameplay—players prepare and scavenge during the day, while nighttime brings heightened danger and supernatural activity.
Exploration is encouraged through an investigation system that reveals hidden clues, allowing players to gradually piece together the tragic history of the haunted village. This layered gameplay experience balances action, suspense, and lore-heavy storytelling.
A Rising Star in the Indie Horror Scene
As major franchises like Resident Evil and Silent Hill reclaim their place in the spotlight, indie developers are also finding room to thrive within the genre. Teapot Studio’s The Twilight Project has already drawn comparisons to horror giants thanks to its strong art direction, compelling gameplay premise, and deep cultural influences.
Set to launch exclusively on Steam, the game is positioning itself as one of the most promising upcoming survival horror titles. If the eerie world of Thai mythology and tactical survival gameplay resonate with players, The Twilight Project could easily become a modern classic within the genre.
Stay tuned for more updates as The Twilight Project nears its release.
