Press kit

Hollow Host

A roguelike horror game where players possess corpses while evading an adaptive hunter.

Developer: Crit42 Studio

Quick facts

Developer
Crit42 Studio
Platforms
PC - Steam

History

Planned for Q4 2026 with a design focus on procedural replayability and high-pressure pursuit.

Press notes

Overview

Hollow Host is a horror roguelike where players are hunted through procedural hellscapes, switching between corpse hosts with unique abilities to survive and push deeper. The core loop combines pursuit tension, route improvisation, and identity swapping as a strategic tool.

Key points for coverage

  • Adaptive pursuer behavior designed to escalate pressure as runs progress.
  • Three corpse archetypes that alter combat options, traversal, and risk profile.
  • Procedural dungeon variation supporting repeated runs with changing priorities.
  • Single-player and online co-op structures aimed at both solo horror and group panic.

Editorial angles

  • A possession-driven horror concept with strong mechanical identity.
  • Coverage hook around AI-driven pursuit and unscripted tension moments.
  • Good fit for creators focused on emergent horror gameplay and replay loops.

Contact

Press inquiries: crit42studio@gmail.com