Bloober Team, the masters of psychological horror, are taking fans back to their roots ten years ago, when they became a global phenomenon. After the huge success of Silent Hill 2 Remake and Cronos: The New Dawn, the mysterious countdown for their "new project" is finally over: Layers of Fear 3 has been officially announced!

Here are all the dark details leaked from the exclusive 10th anniversary event on 15 February 2026, featuring a midnight black and withered rose red theme that perfectly captures the game's chilling atmosphere:

Layers of Fear 3: "The Sick Rose"

This new chapter is inspired by William Blake’s iconic poem "The Sick Rose". The live-action teaser revealed during the event elevates the series’ signature blend of art and horror to new heights, delivering a familiar yet even more twisted experience.

Teaser Highlights and First Clues

• Metaphoric Imagery: The teaser shows a man reading Blake’s poem in a dark room, surrounded by figures with stitched mouths and ominous paintings in the background.

• "The Door Won’t Stay Shut": At the end of the trailer, the line "Some things never leave the walls. They only learn to wait." hints that the game will once again revolve around haunted spaces and the inescapable past.

• Character Theories: Early leaks and trailer breakdowns suggest the story might center on a neglected child or even the infamous "Rat Queen" legend.

Expanding Universe: Books & Music

Bloober Team is building more than just a game a massive Layers of Fear multimedia universe:

• Novel Series: Two new novels are in the works in collaboration with Polish authors. The first, written by Marta Bijan, is set to hit shelves by the end of 2026.

• Physical Soundtrack: For the first time ever, the series’ iconic music will be released in collectible CD and vinyl formats.

Release Date & Platforms

There’s no official release date or platform information yet (the project remains AWOL for now). But with the studio’s busy schedule (including Project M and SH1 Remake), early 2027 is the most likely window for launch.