The Occultist is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing horror releases of 2026. Developer DALOAR recently unveiled the game’s release trailer, confirming its launch date for April 8, 2026, across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The game aims to impress with its visually stunning graphics, promising a level of fidelity that could surpass typical AA projects. However, the project’s development is overshadowed by the financial challenges of Nacon, the French company that acquired publisher Daedalic Entertainment in 2022. These issues could potentially impact the final quality of the game.
While the recently released trailer primarily features CGI sequences, substantial gameplay footage for The Occultist has been showcased previously. Furthermore, the developers made a demo available, which remains accessible on Steam for interested players.