Get Ready to Scream: Until Dawn 2 Lands on PS5 This January!

Horror fans, rejoice! The chilling sequel we’ve been waiting for is finally here. Until Dawn 2 has officially been given a release date of January 2027, bringing the terror back to PlayStation 5. A brand new trailer dropped during today’s State of Play, offering a glimpse into the next chapter of this beloved franchise.

A New Island, Same Deadly Choices

The trailer showcases the signature branching narrative that made the original Until Dawn so captivating. Players will once again face agonizing decisions with potentially devastating consequences for their characters. This time, however, the setting has shifted to a mysterious island, promising new environments and fresh horrors to uncover. The game was formally announced earlier this summer, and anticipation has been building ever since. Until Dawn 2

The release date is January 28, 2027, with pre-orders opening on September 10th. Those who pre-order will receive exclusive content, including an “Until Dawn classic” outfit, a special Akishima Island holiday outfit, and collectible Dr. Hill bobble heads to find throughout the game. For those looking for even more, a deluxe edition is available, which includes Y2K-inspired outfits for all characters and a “Diaramoa of Death,” allowing players to relive every gruesome demise with unique vignettes exploring different perspectives of each fatal outcome.

With Until Dawn 2 poised to launch in January and God of War Laufey making its debut on PS5 less than a month later, PlayStation’s 2027 lineup is already shaping up to be incredible. Rumors are swirling about Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet potentially releasing in the second half of the year, which could make it one of the strongest years for the PS5 yet. Only time will tell what other surprises Sony has in store, but 2027 promises to be an exciting year for gamers.

Stay tuned for more updates on Until Dawn 2 and all the latest gaming news! If you missed any of the announcements from today’s PlayStation State of Play, you can catch up on everything announced during Sony’s State of Play September 2026 broadcast right here.