Multiplayer co-op survival horror returns in this early 2000s-inspired, undead apocalyptic nightmare.
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Coming Soon To Early Access

The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Shades of Horror has been in production for almost five years now, and we have reached a stage in development where we are ready to receive fan feedback to improve the game. Releasing it to the community at large seemed like the best way to prepare the game for its final release.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We expect to be in early access for 6 to 12 months. This time period will both allow us to finish other areas of the game and give us time to incorporate fan feedback.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“Outbreak: Shades of Horror currently has two modes available: Raid Mode and Invasion Mode. The remaining core mode of the game is Story Mode, which is still in development. By the time the full version of the game is released, we expect to have all planned story levels of the game finished as well as several additional core maps for invasion Mode and Raid Mode. We are also using early access to feel out how best to structure our seasonal events and plan to have a set procedure going forward into the full game.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“As of the Early Access release, only 2 of the main modes of the game will be accessible from the hub world, Cypress Reel, that acts as the game’s main lobby. These modes are Invasion Mode and Raid Mode. In addition, the Prologue section of the game, Outbreak: Shades Of Horror: Chromatic Split and the new side-story, Trials of Hank, will also be completely playable both offline in single-player and online via co-op over the network. The Cypress Reel Arcade will also have three functioning mini-game modes: Boss Rush, Looming Dread, and Collapse. We also plan to incorporate seasonal maps quarterly, and include a crossover map from one of our previous games.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“The Early Access version of the game will launch at $29.99 USD. Once the full game is completed, this price will rise to the final MSRP of $39.99 USD. ”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“We encourage all active players to join our Discord to give both their feedback on current gameplay and what they hope to see in the future. Our Kickstarter supporters will also have access to Alpha and Beta versions of Story Mode before it is released to the world at large so we can refine any aspects of the game that need to be polished.”
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About This Game

Welcome to Cypress Ridge!

Experience the harrowing beginning of a full-scale Zombie Apocalypse as it descends on the Midwestern city of Cypress Ridge. Start from the (relative) safety of the beloved local movie theater, Cypress Reel. Choose between  a central cast of 9 characters, with loads more on the way, and then venture out into a city fundamentally changed with the goal to survive and outlast the mysterious horrors that have suddenly arisen?

Please Pardon our Blood and Dust!

Outbreak: Shades of Horror gives the player many different ways to survive and thrive during Cypress Ridge’s Apocalypse. During our Early Access Sneak Peek, Survivors will be able to access two of the game’s main modes and a host of mini-games via the Cypress Ridge Arcade in both single-player and in online co-op for two to four players over the network.

Find and manage resources, engage in modern gunplay and melee combat, build contraptions and defenses, and much more as you do battle with the scourge of the night.  Quickly switch between third and first-person views at the push of a button to hunt the undead the way you please!

Raid Mode: Navigate twisted environments and hordes of zombies to make it to the evac point. Loot and shoot as you try to endure increasingly difficult challenges the closer you get to freedom.

Invasion Mode: Defend your camp and crew from the incoming Zombie horde! Build up a base, and create and upgrade defenses in order to save the day.

Do You Want To Play a Game? Or maybe some shopping?

Between rounds of running and gunning, there is plenty to do at Cypress Reel. Shop ‘til you drop at Ferret’s Emporium, where you can earn new guns, weapon skins, and millions of different combos of clothing to customize your character just the way you like. If you are in the mood for a different kind of game, Cypress Reel Arcade has a vast array of small-scale mini modes to cleanse your palette before you go back to chasing zombie flesh. Can you survive the Boss Rush gauntlet? Will you be able to skip a creepy rural town in Looming Dread?  Test your reflexes as you escape a flooding subway tunnel in Collapse! While short and sweet, these mini-games will put your skills through drills!  Plus – with adjustable difficulties, there’s always new challenges to face.

Past Meets Present

Players will also have access to Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split, the original prologue to Shades of Horror, and an all new side story, Trials of Hank.

Shades of Horror: Chromatic Split Enhanced Edition: Enjoy the classic, three act prequel to the main game, now enhanced with new weapons, items, and mechanics. Can Lydia get essential information from her contact in the Cypress Ridge underground before it’s too late?

Trials of Hank: While Lydia is traversing the underground in Chromatic Split, fan-favorite Hank hits the rooftops in this over-the-top side campaign where the answers to all of life’s problems are lead, explosions, and more lead!  Will Hank complete his mission, or will the monsters that haunt the Cypress Ridge skyline be too much for him to handle?

Challenges and Events: Seasonal and game-crossover events begin immediately with a Halloween celebration and DINOBREAK-themed content and cosmetics. Players can enjoy fun decorations in the theater, thrilling seasonal maps, special challenges to complete, and unique rewards to earn. In addition, test your mettle with Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Crossover and Seasonal challenges.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

Outbreak: Shades of Horror is a realistic survival horror title. It contains blood, gore, and violent themes. There is non-sexual nudity present in the game through enemies who may be missing clothing.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows (7/8/10) 64-bit
    • Processor: Core i5
    • Memory: 6 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Geforce RTX 2080
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 75 GB available space
    • Sound Card: Integrated
    • Additional Notes: Plays best with an Xbox gamepad
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows (7/8/10) 64-bit
    • Processor: Core i7
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Geforce 4-Series Card
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 75 GB available space
    • Sound Card: Hardware
    • Additional Notes: Plays best with an Xbox gamepad
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.
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