The Sinking City 2 shifts to survival horror

The Sinking City 2, developed by Frogwares, shifts the focus of its predecessor from an open-world detective adventure toward a more concentrated survival-horror experience. Set in the flooded, supernatural city of Arkham, the game blends 1940s noir aesthetics with H. P. Lovecraft-inspired cosmic horror.

Players take on the role of Calvin Rafferty, an occult investigator searching for his partner, Feya Bennet, who has fallen into a supernatural coma. The gameplay emphasizes resource management, puzzle-solving, and navigating dangerous, interconnected environments. While the sequel offers a more focused identity through its atmosphere and environmental storytelling, it has faced some technical issues and departs significantly from the exploration-heavy style of the first title.