First revealed last October, Great Ape Games’ dinosaur Survival Horror title The Lost Wild closed out publisher Annapurna Interactive’s showcase this year with a brand-new trailer. As well, you can now wishlist the game on Steam.
While it’s unclear if the trailer shows off actual gameplay, what’s here sure looks gorgeous. There are hints of some gameplay elements, such as the obvious keeping out of sight of dinosaurs and scrounging for supplies. We also get a reference (intended or not) to Jurassic Park with the use of flares to fend off dinos, though as mentioned back in October, you won’t actually be able to kill the dinosaurs.
The story for The Lost Wild is appropriately cryptic: you are stranded in a violent primal world, where survival depends on mastering the rhythms of the environment and avoiding trouble (dinosaurs). A mysterious voice on the radio seems to offer you a chance to escape. You’ll have to make your way to abandoned facilities and piece together just what went on, and how you’ll escape.
As mentioned previously, The Lost Wild will employ elements from Trespasser as well as Alien: Isolation. The game will also feature a systemic AI system to support its gameplay, where the dinosaurs will learn and adapt to your actions. Namely, using flares to scare them off won’t always work the second time.
Currently, The Lost Wild is expected for release on PC in 2024, with a potential console release in the cards.