You play as veteran deep-sea diver Noah Quinn who must escape a treacherous underwater world filled with terrors beyond imagining.

Armed with weapons and wits, Noah Quinn knows he will have to face the horror if he has any chance of escape.

But some horrors are beyond bullets, and Quinn's mental state is on the brink of collapse. He must avoid succumbing to madness if he ever hopes to reach the surface again.

Enemy soldiers get an explosive upgrade

Descending into the abyss of Beneath, Quinn, the main character, faces a terrifying duality of foes. Not only do monstrous denizens of the deep lurk in the darkness, but also cunning human adversaries. Each presents a unique challenge, demanding players to adapt their strategies for survival.

The otherworldly beings are formidable opponents, their very nature a testament to the raw power and resilience that dwells beneath the waves. They are likely to be brutes, testing Quinn’s strength and combat prowess. However, the true tactical complexity lies with the human soldiers. These foes are not mindless attackers. They operate as a cohesive unit, employing flanking maneuvers to outsmart and surround Quinn. This creates a more realistic and engaging experience, forcing players to abandon static defenses and adapt to enemy tactics. Here, survival hinges on constant movement and dynamic adaptation.

To further raise the stakes, the soldiers come equipped with more than just bullets. We’re implementing the use of grenades, adding a layer of tension to the combat. Sticking around in one spot for too long becomes a death sentence as the soldiers will rain explosives down on your position. This forces players to think on their feet, constantly reassessing their cover and formulating new strategies to evade enemy fire and the deadly threat of grenades.

Beneath the surface, both the monstrous and the human pose a constant threat. Remember, staying still spells doom. Keep moving, adapt your tactics, and master the art of evasion to survive the horrors that lurk in the depths of Beneath.

Weapons and workbenches

Quinn’s underwater adventure throws a mix of challenges his way. Some require cunning wit, but others demand a more direct approach: blunt force.

Luckily for Quinn, there are a lot of weapons in the complex of underwater stations where the action unfolds. While some guns maybe be rare and difficult to locate, even the standard-issue gear of fallen foes can bolster your arsenal.

You can upgrade your weapons at workbenches strategically positioned in key locations.

By collecting sufficient weapon parts scattered throughout the stations, you can create upgrades to improve their effectiveness. It’s not necessary to craft upgrades for each individual weapon; instead, upgrades apply to entire weapon classes. For instance, crafting a high-capacity magazine for assault rifles grants the upgrade to all three assault rifles featured in the game.

Although this is definitely a great help for Quinn, the use of workbenches extends beyond weapon upgrades.

Coating kits, scattered throughout the stations, offer another avenue for enhancement. These kits allow you to unlock various weapon coatings, enabling you to select the one that best aligns with your preferred style.

Key Features:

• Resource Management: Make every shot count! While there are a variety of weapons to pick from, ammo is scarce and must be scavenged.
• Sanity: Beware of your sanity as you face monstrous horrors beyond comprehension.
• Tactical Combat: Survival requires you to play smart, and firepower isn't always the solution.
• Uncover Secrets: Unearth the secrets of the deep by gathering information from your surroundings.
• Confront Unspeakable Creatures: vulnerable to unstoppable, face off against a variety of enemies with your cunning and weapons.
• Dynamic Combat System: Adaptive enemy AI, destructible environment and customizable weapons.
• Deep-sea Diving Suit: Thanks to your suit, you'll be able to explore both the ocean floor and the underwater stations of the deep sea.

Beneath is coming to PS5, Xbox One Series and PC (Steam) in Q1 2025.