New Horror Game The Chant Offers Deep Dive Into Gameplay

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Game Developer Brass Token released a gameplay overview trailer for their new horror gameThe Chant, which also contains the expected release date. The all-new deep dive focuses on The Chant's island, The Gloom, a supernatural realm in the game that releases dangerous creatures that serve as the main antagonists, as well as the protagonist's well-being affects gameplay in an interesting way.

Described as a third-person spiritual nightmare, The Chant follows Jess Briars who seeks peace of mind after a traumatic past. She goes on an island retreat that promises to help her on her healing spiritual journey. However, she finds instead a horrific psychedelic world of cosmic dread when a group chant leads to the awakening of The Gloom. With no way to escape, she must uncover the history of the island cult and hopefully reverse the ritual.

Psychedelic Horror Game The Chant Receives New Teaser Trailer

Brass Token’s latest look into The Chant is the deepest dive into the game provided at this point, and there’s a lot to dissect before the game's debut on November 3. Creative Director Mike Skupa gave a narrated breakdown of gameplay and all the horrors that await players in this cosmic horror action-adventure. Players will explore the island retreat camp and surrounding areas to find resources and collectibles, which players will use to piece together weapons and defense items. A significant point emphasized in the video was that the game’s difficulty derives from the player’s use of resources and choices made throughout gameplay. Players will aim to uncover the island’s mysterious dark past by solving puzzles and crafting items that aid the process.

The Chant also offers an interesting gameplay mechanic in which players have to tend