Striking Distance Studios is a relatively new team known for their work on 2022’s The Callisto Protocol. Though the game received a somewhat mixed reception, the team are continuing to evolve the setting of Callisto: announcing a new – very different – game known as [REDACTED]. Making the announcement via …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol will be free on the Epic Games Store next week
Each week, all those with an Epic Games account can get their hands on a title or two for free thanks to the platform’s free game promotion. With Death’s Gambit: Afterlife available right now to claim, next week’s free titles have been revealed. Available to claim and add to your …
Read More »Striking Distance Studios were forced to launch The Callisto Protocol early
Released in late 2022, The Callisto Protocol was a spiritual successor to the much-loved Dead Space series – hailing from the creator of the original survival horror trilogy, Glen Schofield. Unfortunately, The Callisto Protocol failed to live up to expectations upon its release. According to Schofield however, this was due to higher-ups forcing an early launch.
Read More »The Callisto Protocol, Octopath Traveler and more come to Game Pass
Twice a month, Microsoft updates its Game Pass library, adding a line-up of titles across the AAA and indie sides of the industry. For the month of June, Xbox is bringing new games to the service – alongside some returning faces. Making the announcement on the Xbox Wire Blog, Megan …
Read More »Sony confirms free PS+ games for October 2023
Just 24 hours on from the latest PS+ monthly games leak, Sony has now officially announced the line-up for October. As previously reported, The Callisto Protocol and Farming Simulator will be free to claim for PS+ Essential subscribers next month and there is a third game joining them. The Callisto …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol is coming to PlayStation Plus
There will be a new batch of games announced for PS+ subscribers next week and like most months, they have leaked ahead of time. Surprisingly, The Callisto Protocol will be headlining, less than a year after the hyped horror game's launch. The Callisto Protocol released in December last year to …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol’s creator has left Striking Distance Studios
Striking Distance Studios is a relatively new team which was founded back in 2019 by Glen Schofield of Dead Space fame. Following the launch of their debut title ‘The Callisto Protocol’ late last year, the studio seems to have run into some issues – with its founder now having officially …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol studio hit with layoffs
Back in June, Striking Distance Studios released the final piece of DLC its first game, The Callisto Protocol. Now, with work on that game all wrapped up, the studio is downsizing, laying off a number of employees. A number of employees began confirming the layoffs in various LinkedIn posts, as …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol story DLC finally arrives next week
It has been around six months since The Callisto Protocol launched and many players have likely been done with the game for months. You may soon want to reinstall it though, as the game's promised story expansion is just around the corner. The Callisto Protocol returns to headlines this week, …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol New Game+ update goes live with fixes and more
After a great deal of hype and excitement, The Callisto Protocol launched to mixed opinions, with particular criticism being placed on the game’s PC performance. A little under two months after launch, New Game+ is now available as part of Callisto’s 3.01 update – bringing with it PC specific fixes …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol sales projections cut in half
The Callisto Protocol had a lot of hype going into it, with the spiritual successor to Dead Space set to sell a significant sum. Unfortunately, it seems as though the game’s post-launch criticisms have stifled enthusiasm, with investors cutting sales expectations by a significant 60%. As reported by K-odyssey, Striking …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol reportedly omits dozens of developers from its credits
A practice common throughout the entire history of the industry, it is unfortunately far too often that a game will be released while not crediting the full staff of developers who worked on the title. One of the latest titles to reportedly not credit its developers properly is The Callisto …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol’s review embargo will lift on the game’s launch day
The Callisto Protocol is looking to be one of the most exciting new IP releases of 2022, with the game set to arrive in a few short days on the 2nd of December. In a slight moment of potential concern, it has now been revealed that The Callisto Protocol’s review …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol gets PC system requirements ahead of next week’s launch
The Callisto Protocol is shaping up to be one of the biggest horror games of the year. With the game just one week away from release, Striking Distance Studios has revealed the game's PC system requirements. Striking Distance Studios is spearheaded by Glen Schofield, a name you should recognise, as …
Read More »(UPDATE: Director Responds) The Callisto Protocol is locking death animations behind a Season Pass
UPDATE: Following the publication of this article, The Callisto Protocol's Director, Glen Schofield, took to Twitter to clarify that these death animations will be wholly unrelated to the main campaign and as such will not affect those without the season pass, saying “To be clear: We’re not holding anything back …
Read More »Sony helped The Callisto Protocol with its cinematics, mocap, and more
Over the years, video game development has shifted somewhat to feature much more heavy use of motion capture technology for games. One company known for its performance capture feats is Sony/PlayStation, with the console manufacturer said to have helped with the development of the upcoming ‘The Callisto Protocol’. Striking Distance …
Read More »AMD’s new Raise the Game bundle packs The Callisto Protocol and Dead Island 2
AMD is back with another Raise the Game bundle. The RX 7900 series graphics cards will be launching soon, but RX 6000 series cards are still a good option and stock is more readily available. Now, if you plan on picking up an RX 6000 series graphics card, you will …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol will not release in Japan due to content rating
While fans eagerly anticipate the release of the upcoming survival horror action game The Callisto Protocol, those living in Japan will unfortunately be unable to play the game, as Callisto has failed its certification in the country – with there being no plans to alter the game. Making the announcement …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol has officially gone Gold
The Callisto Protocol is one of the biggest games still set to release this year, with the survival action horror title planning to launch on the 2nd of December. Over a month ahead of this date, the team at Striking Distance Studios have now announced that The Callisto Protocol has …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol director brags about 15-hour work days, 6-7 days a week
Many fans are excitedly looking forward to the upcoming sci-fi survival horror title The Callisto Protocol. Set to launch on the 2nd of December, the team at Striking Distance Studios seem to be working too hard to hit this date, with game director Glen Scofield blindly bragging that the team …
Read More »Dead Space creator’s new game ‘The Callisto Protocol’ releasing this year
When The Callisto Protocol was first announced, it was supposed to be a horror game set in the PUBG universe. This always seemed like an odd move, but fortunately, that decision was later reversed. Now, The Callisto Protocol is its own IP, and we'll be playing it before the end …
Read More »The Callisto Protocol will be shown off this week
Prior to the announcement that a remake of 2008’s Dead Space was in development at EA, Striking Distance Studios (consisting of ex-Dead Space devs) announced The Callisto Protocol: a survival horror game set in the world of the battle royale game PUBG. Though only teased back in 2020, we will …
Read More »Newly announced ‘The Callisto Protocol’ is set 300 years after PUBG
At the 2020 Game Awards, one of the more interesting game announcements was that of The Callisto Protocol. Though not much is known about it, aside from it being a survival horror game from the creator of Dead Space, it has since been revealed that the game is actually set …
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