Bloober Team Unveils Onyx: The Dark Grip as a Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
Bloober Team has announced Onyx: The Dark Grip, a new horror game utilizing touchscreen and tilt mechanics that will launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 next year.
Bloober Team is returning to its tighter, narrative driven roots with a brand new psychological horror project. Revealed during a recent Nintendo Direct and reported by Eurogamer, the studio behind the Silent Hill 2 Remake is working on Onyx: The Dark Grip, slated to launch exclusively on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 next year.
The game stars a protagonist named Holden who finds himself trapped in a mysterious, fog covered town after following a strange voice. Players will navigate the eerie setting by investigating sketchy locations and utilizing a unique gameplay mechanic that lets Holden read the minds of other characters he encounters along the way.
What sets this apart from standard horror fare is the hardware integration. According to the reveal trailer, the game relies heavily on touchscreen and tilt mechanics, meaning it is designed specifically for handheld play. This gives mobile players and commuters a dedicated scare they can take anywhere.
While Bloober Team has spent recent years tackling major heavy hitters like Silent Hill 2 and Cronos: The New Dawn, this exclusive lets the developer step back into a focused, creative sandbox. If they can capture that same atmospheric dread on portable hardware, Switch 2 owners are in for a memorable ride.
Tags: Nintendo Switch 2, Bloober Team, Horror, Handheld Gaming
Original article: Eurogamer