New Version of Amnesia: The Dark Descent Planned for End of 2026

A new Frictional Games annual report reveals that a new Amnesia: The Dark Descent version is in the works and should arrive towards the end of 2026.

Amnesia is a popular first-person horror video game series developed by Frictional Games, with the first installment, The Dark Descent, released in 2010. The latest main installment of the series was launched in 2023, and it appears that the developers plan to return to the original game for the next installment.

Amnesia: The Dark Descent Remake or Remaster in the Works

Spotted on r/Amnesia, a user called CarlZzZoneNnn has spotted the mention of a new version of ‘Amnesia: The Dark Descent’ in Frictional Games’ 2025 annual report. The statement reveals that the developers are “also planning to release a new version of Amnesia: The The Dark Descent at the end of 2026. However, it did not mention whether it will be a remake of the original title or a remaster to match the performance of current-gen systems.

Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a first-person survival horror game that immerses players in a living nightmare. You play as Daniel, who awakens in a desolate castle without any memory of his past. To uncover his history, you must explore the frightening and eerie corners of the castle. The game is designed without cutscenes or time jumps, ensuring that every experience is direct and personal. It focuses heavily on creating horror through immersion.

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