Krafton's creative studio, ReLU Games, has officially launched its new co-op horror title 'Mimesis' into Early Access as of October 27, available to players worldwide.

This Early Access release arrives alongside a brand-new cinematic trailer, bringing fresh maps, monsters, and scraps to the table. Most notably, the Mimesis AI algorithm—which mimics the actions and voices of players—has received a significant upgrade, turning every match into a nerve-wracking psychological battle where team cooperation and deep-seated suspicion go hand in hand.

'Mimesis' is a 4-player co-op horror experience that pits you against an AI capable of blending in with your squad. Set in a world where a mysterious rain causes humans to mutate into 'Mimesis' capable of replicating others, you must survive while balancing trust and paranoia. The gameplay revolves around managing a tram, collecting resources, and keeping it running, all while knowing that any one of your teammates could be a 'Mimesis' in disguise.

The studio is also kicking off the 'Mimesis-KCN Creator Challenge' in collaboration with the Krafton Creator Network (KCN). KCN is Krafton’s global initiative designed to help creators promote their titles while growing their own channels. By sharing a personal creator code with their followers, participants can earn a 20% cut of the revenue from any package sales generated through their link.

A representative from ReLU Games remarked, "At its core, Mimesis is about the distrust and psychological tension generated by our AI." They added, "With this Early Access launch, we are beginning a journey where both players and creators can work together to polish the game to its final form."

'Mimesis' was previously showcased via a demo during the Steam Next Fest back in June. The team has been busy fine-tuning the experience, incorporating feedback gathered across two rounds of private playtests.