After navigating through years of internal conflicts, the horror title The Sinking City is set to make a triumphant return, as developer Frogwares becomes the sole publisher of the game. Following legal complications with Nacon, Frogwares now has complete control of the IP, paving the way for the revival of this Lovecraftian horror.
Originally launched in 2019, The Sinking City offers an open-world horror experience set in a seaside town inspired by H. P. Lovecraft's writings. Players immerse themselves in the role of a detective tasked with uncovering the source of otherworldly creatures tormenting the townspeople. Despite its favorable reception, conflicts between Frogwares and Nacon led to the game being delisted multiple times, but a resolute comeback is now on the horizon.
Following prolonged disputes and legal challenges with former publisher Nacon, Frogwares now possesses exclusive publishing rights to The Sinking City and has assured fans that the game will return stronger than ever. Frogwares accused Nacon of illicitly uploading The Sinking City to Steam and withholding payments from the developer, resulting in protracted legal battles. Fans experienced the repercussions, with Frogwares unable to provide essential support and updates as it struggled to secure publishing rights from Nacon. In a surprising turn of events, Frogwares has announced its sole ownership of the horror title, eliciting joy from fans of The Sinking City.
Frogwares Envisions the Future of The Sinking City
With the legal disputes in the past, Frogwares is looking ahead. In their latest announcement, Frogwares shared crucial information regarding the current version of the game and future plans, which include:
- Existing saves will not be compatible with the latest version due to technical reasons.
- Players have until February 28 to finish their current playthrough before starting a new save.
- A playable save file can be downloaded from Steam or the Epic Games Store to enjoy the latest version of the game.
- Steam players will have the option to continue their old save or embark on a fresh playthrough.
Although the disputes impacted the game with unresolved issues, Frogwares aims to revitalize the existing game and hints at forthcoming positive developments. In their announcement, Frogwares specifically referred to The Sinking City as a 'franchise,' suggesting potential future updates for admirers of Lovecraftian horror to anticipate.
Audiences continue to embrace Lovecraftian tales, and many laud The Sinking City as one of the premier detective horror games. With Frogwares ready to pursue game updates and possibly introduce new content, fans of The Sinking City can once again immerse themselves in this captivating horror adventure.