Hark the Ghoul

unreleased

Developer: DEEP DENIZENS

Publisher: Kwalee

2026

Visual

first person

Structure

ability gated
interconnected map
item gated
Semi-Linear

Features

multiple endings

Themes

gore

Sub-Genre

Souls-like

Summary

Slash, kick and magick your way through an adventure brimming with secrets and curious encounters! HARK THE GHOUL offers a meticulously handcrafted world to explore.

Last updated August 17, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam
- Demo

Resources

Links

IGDB

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