Gray Zone Warfare, a forthcoming gaming title that has been relatively hush-hush until now, is starting to make waves in the gaming community. With its presence on Steam and a slated release window for 2024, the game is slowly emerging from the shadows.

Well, it has a gameplay trailer which was revealed at PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2023 and boy does it look good! The lush Southeast Asian environment initially draws comparisons to Crysis, but it becomes apparent that Gray Zone Warfare leans more towards simulation, akin to titles like Arma 3 and DayZ.

This fictional island, evacuated due to an enigmatic incident, serves as the backdrop for players assuming the role of private military contractors tasked with unravelling the mysteries and engaging in intense encounters with both NPCs and fellow players.

Taking cues from extraction shooters such as Escape from Tarkov, Gray Zone Warfare introduces an element of real risk, where every skirmish can result in the loss of hard-earned gear and progress, adding an extra layer of tension to the gameplay.

Delving into an unconventional aspect, the game shifts away from the conventional health number system. Instead, it endeavours to “simulate the human body,” requiring players to assess and address injuries realistically. This innovative approach, reminiscent of games like Scum, adds an intriguing dimension to the gaming experience.

While the specific structure of Gray Zone Warfare remains elusive, the game offers solo and squad play options on a persistent 42-square-kilometre island. The developers assure players of a compelling narrative woven through missions and interactions with NPCs, promising to shed light on the mysterious events that led to the evacuation.

As speculations about aliens, ghosts, or electromagnetism linger, players eagerly anticipate the opportunity to tactically explore the enigma-packed world of Gray Zone Warfare when it hits the gaming scene next year, assuming the development stays on schedule.