HER STORY Creator Sam Barlow Working on Two Horror Games

Renowned game developer Sam Barlow, known for his critically acclaimed Full Motion Video (FMV) games such as Her Story, Telling Lies, and Immortality, is currently working on two new horror games. Excitingly, one of them, codenamed 'Project D', marks a departure from Barlow's traditional FMV style, being a third-person survival game instead. This new title draws inspiration from Silent Hill: Shattered Memories, a game Barlow had worked on during his time at Climax Studios.

While 'Project D' diversifies Barlow’s portfolio, his second new game, referred to as 'Project C', seems to follow in the footsteps of his FMV masterpieces. Teasers for 'Project C' include cryptic Biblical references and promises of an unprecedented feature in a video game. Details on release dates for both titles are not available yet, but fans can now experience Barlow’s most recent work, Immortality, on PlayStation 5, and those who are new to his work are encouraged to check out Her Story to get a taste of his unique storytelling approach.

As of now, specific details about the unique features of Sam Barlow's new horror games have not been disclosed. 'Project C' is teased to include something that has never been done before in a video game, while 'Project D' will be a new venture for Barlow as it's a third-person survival game which is a departure from his signature FMV style. Players and fans will have to stay tuned for future updates for more concrete information on these features.

Background information: Sam Barlow has made a significant impact on the gaming industry with his innovative approach to narrative and gameplay. His game Her Story, released in 2015, gained widespread acclaim for its interactive storytelling and use of live-action videos, allowing players to piece together a story by searching through video clips. It won numerous awards and has been recognized for its original use of FMV, influencing Barlow's future games and arguably contributing to a resurgence of the FMV genre in video games. With his upcoming projects, Barlow is positioned to further push the boundaries of narrative in gaming.