The Casting of Frank Stone Announces September Release Date

The highly anticipated cooperative Dead by Daylight spin-off

"The Casting of Frank Stone," developed by Supermassive Games and Behaviour Interactive, is set to release on September 3. This announcement was made alongside a new trailer that delves into the horror movie "Murder Mill," central to the game's narrative. The story revolves around four friends in the summer of 1980, who embark on creating a horror film, only to trigger unimaginable events. Players will navigate the small town of Cedar Hills, Oregon, uncovering the dark legacy of serial killer Frank Stone, while making choices that influence the storyline and character fates. Pre-orders are available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with Standard and Deluxe Editions priced at $39.99 and $49.99, respectively.

Senior Creative Director of Dead by Daylight, Dave Richard, expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating that "The Casting of Frank Stone" offers a unique opportunity to explore the deeper stories within the Dead by Daylight universe in ways that the core game does not allow.

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Supermassive Games' cinematic storytelling capabilities promise a new level of narrative depth and emotional engagement

The game's Deluxe Edition includes exclusive outfits and a feature called "The Cutting Room Floor," which allows players to revisit decision points and experience alternative outcomes. Additionally, pre-ordering the game provides access to the "Plunderer's Instinct" feature in Dead by Daylight, aiding players in finding collectibles.

In exploring the small town of Cedar Hills, Oregon, players will delve into a chilling narrative that spans generations. The legacy of the sadistic serial killer Frank Stone cuts deep, leaving scars across families and the very fabric of reality. As players join a group of youthful friends, they must solve a cosmic mystery where every choice impacts the course of the narrative and the fate of the characters. The immersive experience promises to blend cinematic storytelling with interactive gameplay, creating a unique horror adventure that fans of both Dead by Daylight and narrative-driven games will not want to miss.