The new game from Lorn's Lure's developer is also set in the creepy world, and this one's a horror flight sim

Rubeki, the studio behind the 2022 horror game Lorn's Lure, has unveiled its next project, The Hollowing, a first-person horror flight simulator. The game was revealed during the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct, where a world premiere trailer introduced its unsettling premise. Players assume the role of a pilot navigating a dense, oppressive fog while flying between towering structures in a sprawling megastructure. The trailer suggests a narrative steeped in psychological horror, with radio interference and visions hinting at deeper, unsettling forces at play.

The Hollowing retains the signature PSX-style aesthetic of Lorn's Lure, a visual choice that enhances its retro-horror atmosphere. The game’s development cycle is notably rapid, arriving less than two years after its predecessor’s release. Players will control a small aircraft, repairing towers to maintain communication between settlements scattered across the fog-shrouded world. The trailer implies that the protagonist, named Phil, may face the same fate as the previous pilot, whose descent into madness is hinted at through cryptic radio transmissions and environmental clues.

The trailer for The Hollowing provides fragmented glimpses into the game’s lore, revealing that the previous pilot experienced

The Hollowing is currently available to wishlist on Steam, though a release date has not been announced. The game’s setting and mechanics suggest a blend of exploration, survival, and psychological horror, with players relying on their aircraft and wits to navigate the treacherous environment. The absence of a release window leaves players in suspense, though the Steam wishlist feature allows them to track updates and potential announcements. The developer’s focus on atmospheric tension and narrative-driven gameplay aligns with the themes explored in Lorn's Lure.