Frictional Games delays Ontos to 2027

The upcoming sci-fi mystery game Ontos from developer Frictional Games has been delayed to 2027, the studio announced on July 2, 2026. The game, which was originally scheduled for release later this year, is now expected to debut sometime next year.

In a joint statement posted on social media, Frictional Games and publisher Kepler Interactive explained the decision, citing the project's unprecedented scale. The studio described Ontos as its most ambitious game to date, both in terms of its size and the depth of its story and gameplay. The developers stated that pushing the release date is necessary to fully deliver on their vision for the title.

Ontos was first revealed at The Game Awards in December 2025. The game is set on Samsara, a repurposed moon hotel, where players assume the role of Aditi Amani. She is drawn to the location by the cryptic legacy of her estranged father, a brilliant scientist turned prophet, and her search for answers leads her into a reality-bending mystery. The game features actor Stellan Skarsgård in a voice role, though the specifics of his character have not been detailed.

The developers have emphasized that Ontos will feature "tactile, systems-driven...