Velan Studios has officially launched Midnight Murder Club, a thrilling multiplayer experience that puts a sinister spin on team-based PvP action. Available now in early access for PlayStation 5 and PC at $19.99 USD, this unique hide, seek, and shoot game challenges players to navigate pitch-black rooms and outwit their opponents in a tense yet hilarious battle of survival.
Our team had the chance to play Midnight Murder Club during its playtest phase a few months back, and it quickly became clear that this isn’t your typical competitive shooter. The addition of Wildcards—game-changing abilities that shake up each match—makes every round unpredictable, while the variety of game modes ensures that there’s always a new challenge waiting.
Now that the game is live in early access, let’s dive into what makes Midnight Murder Club stand out, and why this might be one of the most exciting multiplayer games of the year.
A Game of Light, Shadows, and Strategy
Midnight Murder Club takes place within Wormwood Manor, a mysterious and eerie mansion that serves as the perfect battleground for six players to hunt or be hunted. Armed with only a flashlight and a revolver, players must rely on stealth, sound, and quick reflexes to take down their enemies.
Key Features That Make Midnight Murder Club Unique:
✔ Tactical Darkness – Players must navigate pitch-black environments, using only flickers of light and sound cues to locate their prey.
✔ Wildcards System – Every match can be altered with unique rule-changing abilities that keep gameplay unpredictable and fun.
✔ Multiple Game Modes – The game features a mix of competitive and objective-based modes, ensuring that there’s something for everyone.
✔ Crossplay & Cross-Progression – Whether on PS5 or PC, players can team up or compete against each other with full cross-platform support.
✔ Guest Pass Edition – Players who don’t own the game can join matches for free when hosted by a paid player, making it easy to bring friends into the experience.
Five Unique Game Modes for Maximum Chaos
One of the biggest draws of Midnight Murder Club is its variety of game modes, which ensure no two matches feel the same.
🏆 Free-for-All
Every player for themselves! Six players enter, and the one with the most kills when time runs out wins.
💰 Thief in the Night
Teams of two must locate and steal valuable skulls hidden around the mansion. The team that deposits the most loot into the vault before it closes wins the round.
🔥 Team Deathmatch
Classic kill-or-be-killed combat, but in the darkness! Work with your teammates to eliminate the opposition before they get you first.
🏹 Head Hunters
In this asymmetrical mode, two players become hunters, while the remaining four must find and burn three demonic totems before they are eliminated.
🃏 Wildcards Mode (New!)
The most unpredictable game mode of all! Players can use Wildcards from their collection to change the rules of the match in crazy and unexpected ways. Wildcards can alter the physics, introduce wacky new mechanics, or even turn your character into a flaming ball of fire upon death. At the end of each match, players earn new Wildcards to expand their collection, adding even more variety to future games.
Early Access Roadmap: What’s Coming Next?
Velan Studios has big plans for Midnight Murder Club in early access. Here’s what’s on the horizon:
🔹 April 2025 – Bot improvements & new Wildcards.
🔹 Spring 2025 – PvE mode & even more Wildcards.
🔹 Summer 2025 – New “toys,” Wildcards, and custom game modes.
With a steady flow of new content and updates, the game is shaping up to be one of the most exciting multiplayer experiences to keep an eye on.
Watch the in-depth Dev Diary & Roadmap Overview here: https://youtu.be/xXZgyRQv16M.
Final Thoughts: A PvP Experience Unlike Any Other
In a genre flooded with traditional team shooters, Midnight Murder Club delivers something refreshingly unique. The blend of stealth-based gameplay, wild card mechanics, and cooperative/competitive modes makes every round feel dynamic and engaging.
If you’re looking for a game that keeps you on your toes, challenges your situational awareness, and rewards creative strategies, Midnight Murder Club is a must-play.
🔥 Available now in early access on PlayStation 5 and PC for $19.99 USD.
💀 Download the Guest Pass Edition for free and join a friend’s game!
🎥 Watch the Early Access Trailer: https://youtu.be/IKc3OtSht98.
Will Midnight Murder Club be the next big hit in multiplayer gaming? Only time will tell—but based on our early playtest, it’s off to an exciting start!
