The newly launched Kickstarter campaign for The Sinking City 2 has taken off with remarkable success, reaching and then doubling its initial funding goal in just a few days. With nearly a month left in the campaign, many are predicting that it might touch the million-dollar mark before bidding farewell to the crowdfunding platform. This enthusiastic support is hardly unexpected given the original game’s popularity, released in 2019, and its enduring cult following despite being pulled from storefronts due to a legal dispute.
The eagerly anticipated sequel takes players to the submerged ruins of Arkham, a setting that promises a fresh experience while retaining the Lovecraftian horror elements fans loved. Unlike the first game’s location, Oakmont, Arkham is desolate, void of both ordinary and peculiar inhabitants, inviting players to explore abandoned ruins in a thriller that promises chills and excitement. While rowing through these eerie waters will be a frequent activity, the core mechanics that made the first game appealing remain intact.
Frogwares, the creative minds behind The Sinking City 2, is a Ukrainian game development company. This has raised some concerns about the impact of the ongoing conflict with Russia on the game’s production. However, their previous Kickstarter success with a Sherlock Holmes game proved unfounded fears, eventually seeing a full release in 2023. Despite the drawn-out conflict with no clear end, backers are rallying behind The Sinking City 2 in even greater numbers than they did for Sherlock Holmes the Awakening.
Set in a haunting, alternate reality 1920s America, The Sinking City 2 promises a rich and immersive third-person survival horror experience. It is set to make waves on PC platforms including Steam, EGS, GOG, along with PS5 and Xbox Series consoles. The game’s Kickstarter page remains open for supporters looking to be a part of this thrilling journey.
