New AS BELOW SO ABOVE Update for World of Horror PC

Ethan Wright 11/01/2026

Three years after its initial launch, the world of WORLD OF HORROR is undergoing a spectacular transformation. Panstasz and publisher Ysbryd Games have just dropped a massive free update, “AS BELOW SO ABOVE”, which expands the experience by 20% and plunges players deeper into the abyss of cosmic dread.

This monumental update isn’t just a patch; it’s an expedition into the heart of the eldritch. Players are now presented with entirely new events, terrifying enemies, deep mysteries, new characters, powerful items, curses, and injuries. But the true highlight? The revelation of two never-before-seen manifestations of the Old Gods.

First, there is IKT-YOSIS, THE FIRST NIGHTMARE, a terrifying entity that sleeps in a gargantuan chamber beneath the mountains. Every ritual performed to rouse him causes the world above to subtly reshape itself, bringing with it bizarre and unsettling weather patterns.

Equally chilling is THE WAR FOR SHIOKAWA, which introduces a fresh layer of terror. Four distinct cults are simultaneously summoning their eldritch masters, plunging the seaside town into pure, unadulterated evil.

To navigate this newly expanded nightmare, players now have access to three new playable characters. There is KIRIKO, a mysterious tarotist whose cards hold the fate of SHIOKAWA, and SATOSHI, a young hiker who possesses an uncanny, almost supernatural knowledge of the surrounding mountains.

The story itself has also been broadened through a new Scenario Mode, offering self-contained narratives that enrich the game’s lore. The FOREST OF FEAR / TAPES OF TRAGEDY scenario, for instance, puts players in the role of MAKOTO, an overachiever from the AV club who attempts to document the oldest legend of the forest.

For those who enjoy crafting and creation, the update also empowers modders with vast new resources on Steam Workshop. Modders can now create their own enemies, events, and mysteries, giving the community unprecedented freedom to customize the horror experience. This is all layered on top of crucial balance changes, quality-of-life features, and essential bug fixes.

Remember, WORLD OF HORROR is set in the year 198X, where madness grips the residents of the seaside town of Shiokawa. The Old Gods have returned, hungry for despair, and unspeakable monstrosities lurk around every corner. Whether players choose to investigate these happenings, perform arcane rituals with scavenged artifacts, or simply crumble with the earth, the choice remains terrifyingly yours.

The expanded world is now live across Steam, GOG, and itch.io, and fans will also get the chance to experience the game on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch in 2027.