The Outlast Trials is a first-person survival horror game developed by Red Barrels, set in the Outlast universe. Unlike previous titles, The Outlast Trials offers a co-op multiplayer experience while retaining the series’ signature terrifying atmosphere and psychological horror.
Set during the Cold War era, players take on the role of test subjects in a sinister experiment led by the Murkov Corporation, a shadowy organization known for its horrific human experiments. Unlike the lone survivors in previous Outlast games, this time you and your fellow test subjects will have to endure dangerous trials, survive relentless threats, and uncover the dark secrets behind Murkov’s horrific agenda.
In The Outlast Trials, players are subjected to a variety of grueling and complex psychological experiments in which they must work together to survive deadly challenges, evade terrifying enemies, and ultimately escape the clutches of the Murkov Corporation. The game combines stealth, puzzle solving, and resource management, with a heavy emphasis on team-based gameplay that requires cooperation and strategic thinking to survive.
Players can team up with up to three other players in online co-op to face the horrors of the trials together. Cooperation is key as players must share resources, solve puzzles, and keep each other’s backs as they face terrifying enemies. The need for team-based strategies will heighten the tension and create memorable and unpredictable experiences, as each player’s actions directly impact the survival of the group.
Players will often need to avoid or hide from enemies, with combat being minimal in The Outlast Trials. Stealth and quick thinking are essential to survival. The game relies heavily on evasion rather than direct confrontation, whether that’s hiding in the shadows, hiding in closets, or running away from pursuing enemies.
Terrifying Enemies: Murkoff has created a variety of terrifying monsters and enemies that stalk players throughout the trials. From mentally disturbed individuals to horrific mutant creatures, the enemies are designed to evoke intense fear and anxiety. The psychological side of horror is also explored, as players are forced to confront disturbing situations and their own fears.
The game takes place during the Cold War, where the Murkoff Corporation conducts secret experiments on human subjects. These subjects are subjected to brutal experiments, and players must uncover the mysteries surrounding the company’s goals and the fate of the former subjects.
