Dead of Darkness Nintendo Switch 1 Gameplay Impressions

Release date: July 2, 2025. Price: $15.99 / £14.49 / 15.99€. File size: 601 MB. Publisher: eastasiasoft. Developer: eastasiasoft, Retrofiction Games.

Step into the shadows of Velvet Island, where secrets fester and survival hangs by a thread.
Dead of Darkness is a 2D survival horror action-adventure that fuses gritty pixel art with stunning HD character illustrations. Set in 1985 England, private investigator Miles Windham follows a trail that leads him to Velvet Island after the mysterious death of his daughter. But the moment he arrives, it becomes clear—something is terribly wrong with the island’s residents.

Together with Olivia, a young woman with her own mission, Miles explores the eerie Graham Memorial mental hospital and the twisted facilities surrounding it. Face grotesque threats in top-down exploration, conserve precious resources, and unravel a disturbing mystery—one encounter at a time. Every character you meet is fully voiced, making the island feel as alive as it is haunted.

🔹 Immerse yourself in a chilling horror tale brought to life with atmospheric pixel visuals
🔹 Play as both Miles and Olivia, uncovering different sides of the story
🔹 Master survival through smart resource and ammo management
🔹 Meet a large, international cast of fully voiced, memorable characters
🔹 Experience an eerie soundtrack paired with animated sprites and HD portraits

👀 Here at Handheld Players, we’ve taken a closer look at Dead of Darkness. Watch our gameplay video below and see how this haunting journey unfolds!

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