Lovecraft's Untold Stories

Lovecraft's Untold Stories is an action-adventure video game developed and published by Blini Games. Released on January 29, 2019, the game is inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft and draws heavily from the Cthulhu Mythos. It combines elements of survival horror, roguelike gameplay, and narrative exploration, immersing players in a world of cosmic horror and eldritch secrets. 
The game is also accompanied with a Lovecraft's Untold Stories Artbook DLC, a collection of the most beautiful images and artworks in hi resolution of the game, comprising 70 pages full of colourful elements, both in-game and created by Blini Games artists.
==Gameplay Overview==
Lovecraft's Untold Stories features a top-down perspective and incorporates both action and exploration elements. The game allows players to choose from multiple characters, each with unique abilities and backgrounds. Players can explore procedurally generated levels, face off against otherworldly creatures, and unravel the mysteries of Lovecraft's universe.
Key gameplay elements include:
#Character Selection: Players can choose from different characters, including private investigators, occultists, and other archetypes inspired by Lovecraft's fiction. Each character has distinct skills and attributes that affect gameplay.
#Procedural Generation: The game features procedurally generated maps, ensuring that each playthrough offers a new and unpredictable experience. This design choice is intended to enhance replayability and maintain player engagement.
#Combat and Survival: Combat in Lovecraft's Untold Stories involves a variety of weapons and items, with a focus on managing resources and strategic use of equipment. Players must navigate hostile environments, combat supernatural entities, and solve puzzles.
#Sanity Mechanics: Reflecting Lovecraftian themes, the game includes a sanity system where encountering horrific events and creatures can affect the player’s mental state. This system impacts gameplay by altering character behavior and perception.
#Narrative Exploration: The game features a rich narrative that delves into Lovecraftian lore and mythology. Players uncover clues, read notes, and interact with NPCs to piece together the story and understand the cosmic horror elements at play.
==Storyline ==
The storyline of Lovecraft's Untold Stories centers around a series of mysterious events and eldritch occurrences that disrupt the lives of the characters. Set in a world plagued by supernatural forces and ancient deities, players investigate various scenarios that lead them to confront the horrors of the Cthulhu Mythos. The narrative is driven by exploration and discovery, with each character’s story offering different perspectives and insights into the cosmic threats they face.
==Development and Design==
Blini Games, an independent developer known for their work in the action-adventure genre, created Lovecraft's Untold Stories with a focus on capturing the essence of Lovecraftian horror. The game’s design incorporates a dark and atmospheric visual style, reflecting the eerie and unsettling nature of Lovecraft's stories. The soundtrack, composed by Dmitry Puchkov, complements the game’s mood with haunting and immersive music.
The development team aimed to blend classic survival horror elements with modern roguelike mechanics, resulting in a game that pays homage to Lovecraft’s influence while offering a fresh gameplay experience.
== Gallery ==
File:Maxresdefault (6).jpg
File:2dbYv3.jpg
File:Ss 840fb75c8e7181ecb7625914b48465852683f565.1920x1080.jpg
File:Lovecraft-packshot-1500x2200.jpg
File:Lovecraft’s-Untold-Stories.webp
Category:Expanded Mythos Works
Category:Video Games