Nacon Connect brought together international development studios to present its portfolio of releases for 2027. The highlight was four titles based on the World of Darkness universe, which bring supernatural creatures such as hunters, werewolves, vampires and cosmic entities to the Xbox consoles. The games explore varied genres, from action to first-person puzzles, consolidating the publisher’s commitment to diverse horror experiences.
Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish Arrives Summer 2027
Studio Teyon presented Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish, an action game based on the classic tabletop. Creative director Piotr Łatocha detailed the vision for the project during the presentation. The title puts the player in the role of a hunter facing dark creatures in an immersive narrative.
The character creation system allows you to define appearance, backstory and skills taken directly from the original tabletop rules. Attributes and skills influence the player’s approach throughout the adventure, offering multiple ways to resolve situations.
- Ataque direct and intense combat against supernatural enemies
- Negociação and obtaining information through dialogue
- Desenvolvimento of specific skills as progress
- Diferentes playstyles based on character attributes
The game will be released for Xbox Series X|S, PC and Xbox Cloud as the title Xbox Play Anywhere. The confirmed date is summer 2027, offering full cross-platform compatibility for players to access their progress on any device.
Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn brings dynamic transformations
Canadian Creā-ture studio Studios has responded to the demand for distinctive gameplay with the announcement of Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn. The title is an Metroidvania set in the universe of World of Darkness, allowing players to take on the role of dark beings. The central concept revolves around being an Garou, a creature capable of transitions between three distinct forms: Lupus, Crinos and Homid.
Cada transformation offers unique advantages and challenges when navigating the wild environment. The player will face the Pentex corporation, build his pack, develop relationships with other characters and increase his skills along the journey. The progression system combines map exploration with developing meaningful relationships. Building and maintaining the pack’s den generates new gameplay mechanics that expand strategic possibilities. Diferentes forms unlock specific areas and allow for varied approaches to engaging enemies. Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn coming to Xbox Series X|S in 2027.
The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu challenges cooperation between friends
Chilean studio ACE Team has created a cooperative horror experience grounded in distrust and the need for mutual trust. The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu places players in a hostile environment where they must rely on each other to survive. The presentation revealed gameplay mechanics that continually test the group’s cohesion during the adventure.
Players gear up on the Galleon ship before entering a jungle that obeys its own sinister rules. The forest throws disturbing events and Lovecraft-inspired horrors at the party as they search for treasure. Eventos mind warpers emerge without warning, and cosmic creatures continually challenge the team. Teamwork is essential to success, but there is no guarantee that everyone will make it out alive. The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu launches on Xbox Series X|S on July 15, marking ACE Team’s return to publishing original horror titles with a focus on co-op.
Dracula: The Disciple reveals hidden rituals in first person
French studio Cyanide Studio returns with Dracula: The Disciple, a first-person puzzle game centered on magic and alchemy. The protagonist suffers from a terminal illness and seeks an elixir of immortality supposedly kept in Conde Drácula’s castle. Space was the scene of sinister experiments aimed at defying death.
The ghost of Renfield, former servant of Conde, guides the player through the castle full of ancient secrets. Rituais esotericism, elixir making, astrology and occult practices are tools to discover the answers sought. Cada puzzle solving brings the player closer to immortality, but at what personal cost remains unclear. The mechanics involve solving puzzles through hidden knowledge and alchemical experiments that transform the environment. Dracula: The Disciple comes to Xbox Series X|S, PC and Xbox Cloud in 2027 as the title Xbox Play Anywhere.
Portfólio diverse and ongoing promotions
This year’s Nacon Connect showcased a mix of genres and development styles that reflect the creative diversity of the partner studios. Além of the horror titles announced, the event included an anime-inspired JRPG created by a French studio, expanding the diversity of the editorial catalog. Todos ads reflect the creators’ cultural influences and their particular visions for innovation in contemporary gaming.
The company offers simultaneous promotions on already released titles such as RoboCop: Rogue City – Unfinished Business and Hell is Us. Discounts allow players to access expanded libraries before the release of anticipated new titles. The strategy follows the annual cycle of the event, which will return in 2027 with new announcements from global studios and innovative experiences for Xbox platforms.