Dino Crisis fans have long awaited another game in the survival horror series, and while their wishes have yet to be answered with this particular series, the upcoming Code Violet tries to satiate the audience's thirst for prehistoric terrors and action combat. Originally scheduled to launch in November, Code Violet has now locked in a January 2026 release date, exclusive to PlayStation 5, and updates to the game's planned Deluxe Edition are good news for all gamers looking forward to this new sci-fi horror adventure.
The first trailer for Code Violet teased a mix of gun action sequences and terrifying dinosaur chase sequences, perfectly blending the iconic horrors of both. Dino Crisis and Jurassic Park. And yet Code Violet sets itself apart from its spiritual predecessors with a new twisted tale of cataclysmic events and biological tests. Set in the 25th century, Code Violet follows protagonist Violet Sinclair, a young woman who wakes up in an Aion bioengineering complex overrun by prehistoric monsters. Violet must fight rampaging dinosaurs while learning the truth behind Aion's terrifying experiments and plans. The unique premise quickly attracted attention Dino Crisis and sci-fi horror fans, and the latest update from the developer finally confirms when players can experience the mayhem Code Violet.
The upcoming survival horror game is like old school Resident Evil
Fans of old-school horror games like Resident Evil might want to check out this upcoming title, which features classic horror gameplay.
Code Violet release date and Deluxe Edition update
This was announced by developer TeamKill Media Code Violet has finally gone gold and will be released on January 10, 2026. Along with the new launch date, TeamKill Media also revealed that plans for a separate standard and deluxe edition had to be scrapped to avoid further delays, but it's actually good news for fans. Anyone who purchased the Deluxe Edition Code Violet will receive a full refund from Sony via the PlayStation Store. Fans can then purchase the game again for the original Standard Edition price. As an added bonus, all exclusive items planned for the Deluxe Edition will now be included in the Standard Edition, so all players who purchase Code Violet they will receive a Tommy Gun and a special outfit for Violet without having to pay the luxury cost.
Similar to classic survival horror movies, Code Violet requires players to manage a limited inventory, forcing Violet to choose weapons, health items, and puzzle-solving tools to take with her. A modern third-person over-the-shoulder camera angle keeps the player right in the middle of the action, both during melee combat and long-range tactical attacks against the hungry dinosaurs hunting Violet across the Aion Complex. Code Violet uses PS5 hardware and features ray-traced visuals, 3D audio and even haptic feedback via the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller, delivering a terrifyingly immersive sci-fi dinosaur survival experience.
Rumors about Dino Crisis the potential return has yet to be backed up by any official announcement from Capcom, so Code Violet could be just what fans are looking for while they wait for any potential revival of the classic. Dino Crisis series. Fans of horror games certainly have no shortage of exciting upcoming shows to look forward to Resident Evil Requiem and Silent Hill remake among the most anticipated AAA titles. While Dino Crisis It looks like he won't be following in the footsteps of his peers anytime soon Jurassic Park horror game Survival in Jurassic Park offers a first-person survival horror game that takes players back to the dino terrors of the 90s.
Despite arguably stiff competition in the survival horror scene, Code VioletAn intriguing tale of futuristic bioengineering paired with some of the planet's oldest raptor hunters looks to be an unforgettable new entry in the genre. Drawing inspiration from those who came before him while presenting his own take on what makes sci-fi so scary, expectations are understandably high. Code Violet launches exclusively for PlayStation 5 on January 10th, and fans can look out for more news on upcoming horror games coming in 2026 and beyond.

- Released
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December 12, 2025
- Engine
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Unreal Engine 5
- Number of players
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For one player

