{
  "id": 18014080,
  "title": "The Citadel Project is a Thief-inspired dark fantasy, survival-horror lite stealth-em-up with some lovely shadows set in a medieval megastructure",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/the-citadel-project-is-a-thief-inspired-dark-fantasy-survival-horror",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-03T20:10:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Rock Paper Shotgun",
    "slug": "rock-paper-shotgun",
    "url": "https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-citadel-project-is-a-thief-inspired-dark-fantasy-survival-horror-lite-stealth-em-up-with-some-lovely-shadows-set-in-a-medieval-megastructure"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Citadel Project is a dark fantasy, survival-horror inspired by the game Thief, featuring a stealth-em-up style set in a medieval megastructure. This project, created by a single individual, presents a world plagued by a parasite-infected evil force that threatens the remnants of humanity. Players assume the role of a prisoner who escapes from captivity within the Citadel, embarking on a journey to uncover the mystery behind this perilous situation.\n\nThe game's primary attraction lies in its atmospheric shadows, which create an eerie and immersive ambiance perfect for sneaking around. As a player, you'll explore this vast structure, seeking shelter and resources while dealing with various challenges. The crossbow serves as your main weapon, offering a versatile arsenal of bolts such as fire, rope, decoy, and moss bolts, each serving specific purposes in combat and stealth scenarios.\n\nThe creatures you encounter are also infected with a parasite, making them potentially vulnerable when their internal organs are targeted. The depth of gameplay, combined with the intriguing storyline and appealing aesthetics, makes The Citadel Project an enticing prospect for those seeking a fresh take on the immersive sim genre. With a demo available on Steam, interested players can test the waters before making a purchase. The game is set to release in early access on November 11th, just over a week from now, allowing players to experience the full game or opt for the early access option.",
  "summary": "You know, given the whole stealthy element of Thief-like immersive sims, I'm surprised there haven't been more of them with horror elements. There's Gloomwood , sure, but it's not as common as I'd like. That in turn then makes me curious about The Citadel Project, an immersive sim with some survival-horror elements set in a nasty, parasite-infected dark fantasy world, all apparently made by just…",
  "key_points": [
    "The Citadel Project is a Thief-inspired dark fantasy game",
    "Players control a prisoner escaping the medieval megastructure Citadel",
    "Early access release on November 11th via Steam"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}