UK publisher Kwalee and independent developer Out of the Blue have announced that Call of the Elder Gods will launch on May 12, 2026. The upcoming narrative puzzle adventure will be available on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, with day-one access through Xbox Game Pass. The title serves as a follow-up to the 2020 release Call of the Sea, continuing the studio’s focus on story-driven gameplay built around environmental puzzles and exploration.
Call of the Elder Gods is a single-player, first-person experience inspired by the works of H. P. Lovecraft. The story follows Professor Harry Everhart and student Evangeline Drayton as they investigate a series of events tied to mysterious artifacts and missing loved ones. Their journey spans several locations, including New England, the Australian desert, the Arctic region, and the ancient city of Pnakotus. Each environment plays a role in the narrative, with clues hidden within the surroundings and puzzles designed to connect story elements with gameplay progression.
The sequel expands on the object-based puzzle mechanics seen in the original game. Players can switch between the two protagonists to solve multi-part challenges that rely on observation and logic. Optional settings let players adjust hints, icons, and journal notes, giving them flexibility for different levels of guidance. According to the developers, the design approach aims to maintain accessibility while still offering layered puzzle structures.
Built using Unreal Engine 5, the game features detailed environments that range from interior libraries lit by firelight to open landscapes shaped by harsh climates. The visual presentation is paired with a soundtrack composed by Eduardo De La Iglesia, who returns after working on the previous entry. The audio direction continues to support the narrative tone, focusing on atmosphere and pacing.
The voice cast includes Yuri Lowenthal and Cissy Jones, both contributing to a fully voiced story centered on themes such as grief, family connections, and the psychological effects of confronting the unknown. While Call of the Elder Gods continues narrative threads introduced in Call of the Sea, the developer notes that newcomers can approach the sequel without prior familiarity, as the story introduces its central mystery independently while still including connections for returning players.
