Developer Jesse Malcolm Sweet, known for his work on Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Assassin's Creed Unity, has announced his latest project: Sisters of Solitude. The game is a top-down, 8-bit horror mystery set within an abandoned convent, with a release window confirmed for 2026 on PC.
Gameplay and Setting
In Sisters of Solitude, players navigate the halls of an abandoned convent to uncover the mystery behind the murder of a Mother Superior. The environment features open-ended exploration, allowing players to investigate locations ranging from a desecrated chapel and a cemetery to an old theatre.
The developer has confirmed that the game utilizes a specific set of ghost-hunting tools, which are managed via a menu on the left side of the screen. These gadgets include:
- Electromagnetic Field Detector: Used to locate hidden documents and spirits.
- Instant Camera: Designed to capture spectral imprints.
- Tape Deck: Used to record room audio, which players can later playback at higher volumes to hear potential astral whispering.
Beyond simple investigation, the game also requires players to engage with the rituals that originally trapped the convent's spirits, adding a layer of risk to the mystery-solving process.
Development Background
Jesse Malcolm Sweet previously served as a director at Ubisoft Montreal and an artistic director at the non-profit Kino Montreal. His background in film technology is expected to influence the forensic-style puzzle design within the game. Sisters of Solitude is currently listed on Steam, marking the next project for the developer following his work on titles such as 1666: Amsterdam.