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After an hour with Directive 8020, I worry the latest Dark Pictures game feels a little flat

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Directive 8020
Genres · adventure
Release · May 12, 2026
Developer · Supermassive Games
Xbox Series X|SPS5PC
56 articles 38 writers 11 reviews
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