Fans of classic survival horror should keep an eye on EBOLA VILLAGE, launching January 23, 2026, on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Inspired by the genre-defining horror games of the 1990s, EBOLA VILLAGE blends slow-burning psychological tension with a strong narrative focus, delivering a chilling first-person experience set in a hauntingly authentic Soviet-era village.
The story follows Maria, whose quiet evening takes a horrifying turn after a sudden television broadcast warns of a biological threat. Fearing for her family, she travels to a remote village—only to uncover disturbing events, buried secrets, and a terrifying truth waiting in the shadows. The setting plays a major role, with the game carefully depicting a bleak, isolated USSR village steeped in dread and atmosphere.
Expanding the game’s universe even further, EBOLA VILLAGE is accompanied by a live-action prequel short film, available on YouTube, which helps set the tone and deepen the narrative leading into the events of the game.
Built with Unreal Engine, EBOLA VILLAGE emphasizes environmental storytelling, methodical exploration, and classic survival mechanics. Players can expect inventory and chest-based item management, old-school puzzle design, and tense encounters made even more brutal by a damage and dismemberment system. Gloomy interiors packed with interactive objects encourage careful investigation, while the constant sense of vulnerability keeps every step nerve-wracking.
For players craving a return to deliberate, story-driven survival horror with a retro soul and modern presentation, EBOLA VILLAGE looks ready to deliver a chilling journey when it arrives later this month.