PlaySide Studios Unleashes ‘Shattered’: A Mixed Reality Escape Room Thriller
Step into the world of Shattered, PlaySide Studios’ latest creation—a gripping psychological thriller that transforms your living room into a chilling escape room through cutting-edge mixed reality (MR) technology. Available now on Meta Quest, this narrative-driven experience immerses players in the twisted secrets of Greyvale Asylum.
A First in Mixed Reality
As the first escape room game developed for Meta’s Presence Platform, Shattered brings your physical space to life, blending real and virtual environments seamlessly.
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Players inhabit the role of Jessica, a private investigator battling to uncover the dark truths of Greyvale Asylum while confronting her own fragmented memories.
A Game-Changing Collaboration
Executive Producer Ivan Ertlov and Lead Designer Harley Prince shared their journey in developing Shattered, from its roots as a VR game to a groundbreaking MR thriller. Inspired by classics like Shutter Island and the conspiratorial tone of ’90s TV hits like The X-Files, the game delivers an intense blend of psychological tension and escape room-style puzzles.
Unique Gameplay Mechanics
- Portals Between Realities: Interact with objects in your real space to affect the eerie world of Greyvale.
- Immersive Puzzle Solving: Blend logic and creativity to manipulate two realities simultaneously.
- Corruption in Your Space: Watch your familiar environment transform as Jessica’s memories distort.
Exclusive on Meta Quest+
Shattered is part of the Meta Quest+ games catalog, meaning you can explore this thrilling experience for free with your subscription. Whether you’re gifting a new Quest device or trying MR for the first time, Shattered promises an unforgettable introduction to the medium.
What Sets Shattered Apart
- A Compelling Narrative: Dive into Jessica’s journey as she unravels the truth about Greyvale and her own fractured psyche.
- Rich Art Direction: From subtle stylization to twisting, corrupted environments, the visuals complement the game’s psychological depth.
- Audio Excellence: Featuring a ’90s-inspired score by Kevin Manthei (Ultimate Spider-Man), top-tier voice acting, and innovative sound design tailored to MR.
What’s Next?
While PlaySide Studios has teased future projects like Kill Knight and Dumb Ways to Die, fans of Shattered are encouraged to dive into the game’s layered storytelling and MR innovations.
Why Wait? Experience It Yourself.
Explore Shattered now on Meta Quest and discover what happens when two realities collide. Whether you’re drawn to thrilling mysteries or cutting-edge technology, this MR escape room is unlike anything you’ve seen—or played—before.