Bloober Team Unveils New Horror Publishing Arm with First Game: I Hate This Place

Ex-Bloober Developers Establish Indie Studio for Comic-Based Adaptation

Bloober Team is branching out in the horror gaming world by introducing a new publishing arm named Broken Mirror Games. This collaborative venture is working with Rock Square Thunder, an indie studio created by former members of Bloober Team, to develop an open-world survival horror experience titled I Hate This Place. The launch is slated for the final quarter of 2025 and will be available on platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series S/X, and Nintendo Switch.

From Comics to Gaming: Maintaining a Unique Aesthetic

Drawing upon the essence of a comic book series of the same name, published by Skybound Entertainment and created by writer Kyle Starks with illustrations by Artyom Topilin, the game honors its roots with a distinctive hand-drawn visual approach. The story revolves around Elena, who inadvertently unleashes a terrifying force and must employ her resourcefulness to survive until dusk.

Bloober Team's Evolution in Horror Gaming

Despite shifting its focus within the horror genre, Bloober Team has a history of popular titles, including the critically acclaimed Layers of Fear, last year's Silent Hill 2 remake, and the forthcoming Cronos: The New Dawn.