. While the game is nearly finished—estimated at 98% complete as of late 2025—the developers at Glowstick Entertainment
[July 2024] Chapter 1 Launch ---> [Late 2025/Early 2026] Bug Resolution ---> [April 2026] Targeted Chapter 2 Launch
It has been 1,217 days since the release of Super Dark Deception: Chapter 1 . For those who have been trapped in the golden-tiled, blood-soaked corridors of the Monkey Business level, waiting feels less like patience and more like a slow descent into madness—which, ironically, is exactly what Glowstick Entertainment wants.
Keep an eye on official channels for the final announcement! super dark deception chapter 2 release date
One of the most exciting aspects of Super Dark Deception is the expansion of the lore. The protagonist, Doug Houser, is more realized. The voice acting and script in the remake are darker and grittier. Chapter 2 is where the story truly begins to peel back the layers of the mysterious hotel and Bierce’s motives. Expect more dialogue, more hidden secrets, and a darker tone that fits the premium horror label.
[Development Complete: 98%] ===> [Console Certification Process] ===> [Simultaneous Global Launch] Platform Availability: A True Simultaneous Launch
The update will feature new mini-games, secrets, and difficulty settings designed to increase replay value. Development Status Keep an eye on official channels for the final announcement
He took a step forward, the gravel crunching under his shoes. He knew the layout. He knew the mechanics. He was the speedrunner. He was the master.
The roguelite horror scene was forever changed in late 2023 when Super Dark Deception —a fast-paced, isometric spin-off of the cult classic Dark Deception —exploded onto Steam. Developed by Glowstick Entertainment, this bite-sized but brutally difficult prequel captured the frantic energy of the original while streamlining it for modern audiences.
Early in 2026, Glowstick Entertainment founder Vincent Livings pointed to a target window between late February and April 2026. The voice acting and script in the remake
If you already own the first chapter, remember that CH2 and CH3 are included for free as DLC updates upon release.
The wait is officially over. Horror fans who have been eagerly tracking the can finally circle June 12, 2026 , on their calendars.
We must be realistic. Glowstick Entertainment is a tiny team. They have admitted in Discord Q&As that optimizing the Prisoners level for Unreal Engine 5’s lumen lighting has been “a nightmare in the literal sense.” The pathfinding AI for the eight simultaneous enemies in that level is pushing the engine to its limits.