Lab horror levels up

Red Barrels' co-optionalhorror"therapy" simulatorThe Outlast Trialsleaves early access today.

Maps range from sickly funfairs through abandoned police stations to terrible toy factories.

According toVG247, The Outlast Trials stacks up pretty well as a single-player game.

A bloodied man tied to a chair with a sack over his head

There’s a lot more inthe full changelog, as ever.

Here are the update highlights:

Toy Factory

  • Embark on a twisted Trial against Mother Gooseberry.

New MK-Challenges

  • Experience new MK-Challenges set in the Toy Factory environment.

Solo Play and Difficulty

  • Significant adjustments to difficulty for new and returning players.

Denizens Storylines

  • Discuss with the denizens as you progress through therapies.

Revamped Programs structure

  • The Reagent journey has been revamped.

Program Genesis

  • Path to Rebirth.

All Trials are now combined into one Program.

Program X

  • Path to Ascension.

Murkoff has refreshed Program X once again.

Program Ultra

  • Path to Hell.

Introducing a new permanent end-game Program.

New Conclusion

  • Release your Reagent to explore a new conclusion.

Weekly Programs

  • Return every week for new therapeutic experiences.

Experimental Programs

  • New Time Limited Events with unique rewards are incoming.

Increased Therapy Level cap

  • Continue your Therapy up to level 65.

Revamped Loadout

  • Build your ideal regimen with an improved system.

New Amps

  • Customize your loadout with a variety of new Amps.

Rigs Balancing

  • Revisited the Rigs for maximum efficiency.

The Brick

  • Revisited the brick item based on your feedback.

New Legendary Outfits

  • Acquire four new Reborn outfits.

New Character Customization

  • Acquire a range of new cosmetics.

New Personal Cell Decorations

  • Enhance your personal cell with new decorations.

Discount available for all current players.

Full controller support

  • Enjoy controller support, vibrations, and presets tailored to your playstyle.

Cross-Play

  • Easily play with your friends across all platforms.

Many other improvements and fixes.