The Callisto Protocol – News, Reviews, Videos, and More

The Callisto Protocol Box Art
Publisher
Krafton
Developer
Striking Distance Studios
Platforms
PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, PC
Release Date
02 December 2022: WW: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre
Horror

Game Overview:

The Callisto Protocol is a third person survival horror game developed by Striking Distance Studios and published by Krafton.

It is set in the same universe as PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, several centuries into the future.

Latest Updates For The Callisto Protocol

Dead Space Remake Sold Less Than The Callisto Protocol at Launch in Europe

Dead Space Remake Sold Less Than The Callisto Protocol at Launch in Europe

New sales data provided by the GSD reveals the Dead Space remake has sold less in Europe in its first two weeks than The Callisto Protocol did.

The Callisto Protocol – Hardcore Mode and Outer Way Skin Collection Are Now Live

The Callisto Protocol – Hardcore Mode and Outer Way Skin Collection Are Now Live

The patch also optimizes combat AI when the player is facing multiple enemies, improves ray tracing performance on PC, and more.

The Callisto Protocol – Hardcore Mode Arrives February 8th in Free Update

The Callisto Protocol – Hardcore Mode Arrives February 8th in Free Update

The Outer Way Skin Collection will also be available for Season Pass owners, adding Outer Way Armor for protagonist Jacob Lee.

Dead Space Tops UK Physical Charts, but Sells Less Than Half as Much as The Callisto Protocol at Launch

Dead Space Tops UK Physical Charts, but Sells Less Than Half as Much as The Callisto Protocol at Launch

Dead Space launched at a higher price and for fewer platforms, while also having limited stock. Forspoken also debuts in the top 10.

Dead Space Remake – 6 Ways It Is Better Than The Callisto Protocol

Dead Space Remake – 6 Ways It Is Better Than The Callisto Protocol

In space, no one can hear Dead Space ripping The Callisto Protocol's limbs apart.

The Callisto Protocol – New Game Plus Update is Live

The Callisto Protocol – New Game Plus Update is Live

Players who have completed the game can start a new playthrough while carrying over weapons, upgrades and Callisto Credits.

The Callisto Protocol Could Sell 2 Million This Year, Previously Projected to Sell 5 Million

The Callisto Protocol Could Sell 2 Million This Year, Previously Projected to Sell 5 Million

The survival horror title cost 200 billion won (or roughly $162 million) to make over three years, not including marketing.

The Callisto Protocol Update Adds Option for Skipping Death Animations

The Callisto Protocol Update Adds Option for Skipping Death Animations

Released last weekend, the new update also makes healing and weapon switching faster as part of the improvements to combat.

The Callisto Protocol Update Improves Combat, Performance, and Stability

The Callisto Protocol Update Improves Combat, Performance, and Stability

Aside from the general quality of life changes and localization optimizations, PS4 players can sync their Trophies via PSN.

The Callisto Protocol – 7 Ways it’s Different from Dead Space

The Callisto Protocol – 7 Ways it’s Different from Dead Space

The Callisto Protocol has plenty in common with EA's sci-fi horror IP, but it also diverges from it in some key ways.

The Callisto Protocol – PlayStation Only Helped with Performance Capture, Did No Additional Work

The Callisto Protocol – PlayStation Only Helped with Performance Capture, Did No Additional Work

Striking Distance Studios CEO Glen Schofield explains that PlayStation only provided development support for the horror title on the performance capture front.

The Callisto Protocol’s Cliffhanger – How it Sets up the DLC and The Callisto Protocol 2

The Callisto Protocol’s Cliffhanger – How it Sets up the DLC and The Callisto Protocol 2

The sci-fi horror has quite the ending. Where does the series go now? Check out how the upcoming DLC or a potential sequel could work.

What Went Wrong With The Callisto Protocol?

What Went Wrong With The Callisto Protocol?

The survival horror title has gorgeous visuals, excellent sound design, and an interesting set-up. So why does it falter so much?

The Callisto Protocol – New PC Patch Improves PSO Caching, Further Reduces Stuttering

The Callisto Protocol – New PC Patch Improves PSO Caching, Further Reduces Stuttering

Striking Distance Studios is "listening" to feedback and currently working on further optimizations for PC and consoles.

The Callisto Protocol Guide – All Weapons And Items, Their Schematics Locations And How To Upgrade Them To Max Level

The Callisto Protocol Guide – All Weapons And Items, Their Schematics Locations And How To Upgrade Them To Max Level

A complete guide to all the weapons, their schematic locations and upgrades in the game.

The Callisto Protocol Review – In Space, No One Can Hear Your Disappointment

The Callisto Protocol Review – In Space, No One Can Hear Your Disappointment

The Callisto Protocol was billed as the heir to Dead Space's throne, but sadly, it's turned out to be little more than a pretender.

The Callisto Protocol Guide – How To Farm And Quickly Earn Callisto Credits

The Callisto Protocol Guide – How To Farm And Quickly Earn Callisto Credits

The fastest ways to earn money in The Callisto Protocol.

Need for Speed Unbound – Physical Sales Down 64 Percent Compared to NFS Heat in the UK

Need for Speed Unbound – Physical Sales Down 64 Percent Compared to NFS Heat in the UK

The Callisto Protocol debuted in sixth place while Marvel's Midnight Suns placed 26th in the UK physical charts ending December 3rd.

The Callisto Protocol Console Patch is Live for Frame Rate and Crash Issues

The Callisto Protocol Console Patch is Live for Frame Rate and Crash Issues

Striking Distance Studios has also confirmed issues with ray-traced reflections on Xbox Series X, with more details coming this week.

The Callisto Protocol Guide – 11 Tips and Tricks to Keep in Mind

The Callisto Protocol Guide – 11 Tips and Tricks to Keep in Mind

With these handy pointers, you'll be much better equipped to face the horrors that Jupiter's dead moon will throw your way.

The Callisto Protocol PC Patch is Now Available for Stuttering Issues

The Callisto Protocol PC Patch is Now Available for Stuttering Issues

The main menu still has temporary stuttering, but Striking Distance Studios promised "further optimizations in the days ahead."

The Callisto Protocol to Get Update on PC to Fix Stuttering Issues

The Callisto Protocol to Get Update on PC to Fix Stuttering Issues

The PC version of The Callisto Protocol is getting an update that will hopefully solve the game's stuttering issues, which has been a major source of complaints from players.

The Callisto Protocol is Out Now

The Callisto Protocol is Out Now

Directed by Dead Space co-creator Glen A. Schofield, the survival horror shooter is available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, and PC.

The Callisto Protocol Will Get New Game+, Hardcore Mode as a Free Update on February 7

The Callisto Protocol Will Get New Game+, Hardcore Mode as a Free Update on February 7

Striking Distance Studios has revealed that a free update on February 7 will add New Game+ as well as a new Hardcore Mode for all players.

The Callisto Protocol – High and Ultra PC Specs Revealed

The Callisto Protocol – High and Ultra PC Specs Revealed

Having previously revealed the survival horror title's minimum and recommended PC requirements, Striking Distance Studios has now also detailed its High and Ultra specs.

The Callisto Protocol is Reportedly 43.005 GB on PS5

The Callisto Protocol is Reportedly 43.005 GB on PS5

Pre-loads allegedly go live tomorrow, with the horror title launching on December 2nd for PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

The Callisto Protocol Reviews Will Go Live on December 2

The Callisto Protocol Reviews Will Go Live on December 2

Those waiting for reviews before dipping into the upcoming survival horror title will have to wait until the day of its launch.

The Callisto Protocol – Captain Leon Ferris Revealed, Acts as “Dark Mirror” to Jacob Lee

The Callisto Protocol – Captain Leon Ferris Revealed, Acts as “Dark Mirror” to Jacob Lee

Played by Sam Witwer, Farris is a jailer in Black Iron Prison and "thematically" begins in a similar place to the game's protagonist.

The Callisto Protocol – Live-Action TV Spot Showcases Josh Duhamel in Terrifying Situations

The Callisto Protocol – Live-Action TV Spot Showcases Josh Duhamel in Terrifying Situations

Duhamel plays Jacob Lee, a prisoner in Black Iron who must escape after it descends into chaos due to the monstrous Biophages.

The Callisto Protocol Reveals New Details on Enemy Types and Underground Location, “Below”

The Callisto Protocol Reveals New Details on Enemy Types and Underground Location, “Below”

"Below provides a great opportunity for exploration, hidden areas, creepiness and a chance to use the space for compelling environmental storytelling," says director of environment art Aasim Zubair.

The Callisto Protocol PC Requirements Revealed

The Callisto Protocol PC Requirements Revealed

PC players will need 75 GB of installation space with a solid-state drive recommended. The survival horror title is out on December 2nd.

The Callisto Protocol Developer is “Not Holding Anything Back” for Season Pass

The Callisto Protocol Developer is “Not Holding Anything Back” for Season Pass

"We haven’t even started work on this content yet. It's all new stuff that we’ll be working on in the new year," says director Glen A. Schofield.

The Callisto Protocol Season Pass Includes New Skins, Contagion Mode, Death Animations, and More

The Callisto Protocol Season Pass Includes New Skins, Contagion Mode, Death Animations, and More

A new wave-based survival mode called Riot and story DLC that has players digging deeper into the game's horrifying secrets are also coming.

The Callisto Protocol on PS4 Gets 26 GB Day One Patch

The Callisto Protocol on PS4 Gets 26 GB Day One Patch

The day one update for the PS4 version of The Callisto Protocol features stability improvements and general bug fixes.

The Callisto Protocol Trophy List Revealed

The Callisto Protocol Trophy List Revealed

Including the Platinum, there will be 27 Trophies in total, including seven Gold Trophies, nine Silver Trophies, and 10 Bronze Trophies.

The Callisto Protocol Launch Trailer Sets up a Brutal, Horrific Adventure

The Callisto Protocol Launch Trailer Sets up a Brutal, Horrific Adventure

Striking Distance Studios and Krafton's highly-anticipated sci-fi survival horror title is due out in December for PC and consoles.

The Callisto Protocol – PlayStation Studios Visual Arts “Contributed” to Several Cinematics

The Callisto Protocol – PlayStation Studios Visual Arts “Contributed” to Several Cinematics

The studio, best known for The Last of Us, also lent its motion capture studio to Striking Distance's upcoming survival horror title.

The Callisto Protocol Docu-Series Episode 3 Discusses Helplessness and Humanity in Horror

The Callisto Protocol Docu-Series Episode 3 Discusses Helplessness and Humanity in Horror

Situations like not having enough ammo, the right weapon or knowing what to do next constitute helplessness, as per director Glen Schofield.

The Callisto Protocol – 15 Details You Need To Know

The Callisto Protocol – 15 Details You Need To Know

Dead Space co-creator Glen Schofield's new survival horror title is out on December 2nd. Here's everything you need to know.

Callisto Protocol – 9 Things We Can’t Wait to Do

Callisto Protocol – 9 Things We Can’t Wait to Do

There's no shortage of reasons to be excited about Striking Distance Studios' upcoming survival horror title.

The Callisto Protocol Docu-Series Episode 2 Focuses on Atmosphere and Tension

The Callisto Protocol Docu-Series Episode 2 Focuses on Atmosphere and Tension

The Callisto Protocol's developers talk about the important of atmosphere and tension in the upcoming survival horror game.

The Callisto Protocol Gets New Docu-Series, Episode 1 Explores Brutality in Horror

The Callisto Protocol Gets New Docu-Series, Episode 1 Explores Brutality in Horror

The development team talks about creating shocking moments, inspiration from horror films, and how terrifying the Biophages can be.

The Callisto Protocol – Why it Could be One of the Most Exciting Games of the Year

The Callisto Protocol – Why it Could be One of the Most Exciting Games of the Year

Striking Distance Studios' survival horror title is coming out in a busy season but could end up as one of the year's standout titles.

The Callisto Protocol’s Japanese Release Has Been Cancelled

The Callisto Protocol’s Japanese Release Has Been Cancelled

The studio has announced that, due to being unable to meet the requirements for CERO certification, The Callisto Protocol will not be coming out in Japan.

The Callisto Protocol Studio Boss is Already Thinking of a Sequel

The Callisto Protocol Studio Boss is Already Thinking of a Sequel

For The Callisto Protocol and Striking Distance Studios, success would likely mean a sequel to the upcoming horror game.

The Callisto Protocol Has Gone Gold

The Callisto Protocol Has Gone Gold

Striking Distance Studios and Krafton's sci-fi survival horror title is set to launch for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC in December.

The Callisto Protocol Will Have a 60 FPS Performance Mode

The Callisto Protocol Will Have a 60 FPS Performance Mode

Unlike Gotham Knights, Striking Distance Studios' survival horror title will have a Performance Mode, though more details are needed.

The Callisto Protocol is 12-14 Hours Long

The Callisto Protocol is 12-14 Hours Long

Striking Distance Studios' CEO and founder Glen Schofield says the horror title will also have "beta paths" that will add replay value.

The Callisto Protocol Will Reward Players with Unique Death Animations

The Callisto Protocol Will Reward Players with Unique Death Animations

Striking Distance Studios wants players to enjoy dying in The Callisto Protocol, and has even included an achievement/trophy for seeing every death animation in the game.

The Callisto Protocol Developer Explains How its AI Heightens the Scares

The Callisto Protocol Developer Explains How its AI Heightens the Scares

Striking Distance Studios' chief technical officer Mark James talks about the role of AI, audio design, and more in the upcoming horror title.

The Callisto Protocol Trailer Hints at the Dark Secrets of Black Iron Prison

The Callisto Protocol Trailer Hints at the Dark Secrets of Black Iron Prison

The Callisto Protocol has received a new story trailer, setting up a story full of conspiracies, evolving monstrosities, buried secrets, and more.

The Callisto Protocol Seems to be Teasing a Reveal for September 29

The Callisto Protocol Seems to be Teasing a Reveal for September 29

Developer Striking Distance Studios seems to be gearing up to provide a new look at its upcoming sci-fi survival horror game.

The Callisto Protocol Will Get a “Full Year” of Post-Launch Support

The Callisto Protocol Will Get a “Full Year” of Post-Launch Support

Developer Striking Distance Studios says the upcoming survival horror title will get plenty of post-launch support, though specific details remain scant.

The Callisto Protocol Director Apologizes for Recent Crunch Comments

The Callisto Protocol Director Apologizes for Recent Crunch Comments

"We value passion and creativity, not long hours. I’m sorry to the team for coming across like this," says Glen Schofield.

The Callisto Protocol Includes an Achievement for Watching Every Death

The Callisto Protocol Includes an Achievement for Watching Every Death

"A lot of people ask how long the game is, and it’s like, how many times are you going to die?" says Striking Distance Studios' Mark James.

The Callisto Protocol Will Feature Upgrade Trees for Every Weapon

The Callisto Protocol Will Feature Upgrade Trees for Every Weapon

Striking Distance Studios founder Glen Schofield has revealed a few details about The Callisto Protocol's weapons upgrade system.

The Callisto Protocol Gameplay Showcases Mutations, More Brutal Gore

The Callisto Protocol Gameplay Showcases Mutations, More Brutal Gore

Watch protagonist Jacob battle numerous Biophages and get crushed by a large fan en route to the game's release on December 2nd.

The Callisto Protocol Will Receive Brand New Gameplay at Gamescom Opening Night Live

The Callisto Protocol Will Receive Brand New Gameplay at Gamescom Opening Night Live

Host Geoff Keighley has seen a "sneak preview" of the demo and feels it's a "step beyond" the gameplay from Summer Game Fest 2022.

The Callisto Protocol Dev Reveals Horrifying New Enemy

The Callisto Protocol Dev Reveals Horrifying New Enemy

Director Glen Schofield has shared an imaging revealing one of the many enemies in the upcoming survival horror game.

The Callisto Protocol Interview Reveals New Gameplay Footage and Development Details

The Callisto Protocol Interview Reveals New Gameplay Footage and Development Details

Creative director and studio boss Glen Schofield talks about the process of conceptualizing and writing the upcoming sci-fi horror game.

9 Rumored And Confirmed Upcoming Survival Horror Games

9 Rumored And Confirmed Upcoming Survival Horror Games

We're in the thick of another golden age of horror games.

The Callisto Protocol – 8 New Things You Need To Know

The Callisto Protocol – 8 New Things You Need To Know

Some intriguing details about the upcoming survival horror title's combat and design.

The Callisto Protocol Will Feature 10-11 Enemy Types

The Callisto Protocol Will Feature 10-11 Enemy Types

Studio head and game director Glen Schofield also confirms that The Callisto Protocol will not feature any space combat.

The Callisto Protocol Will Focus More on Survival Horror Than Action, Developer Assures

The Callisto Protocol Will Focus More on Survival Horror Than Action, Developer Assures

"The overall tone of our combat is kind of a struggle," explains Striking Distance Studios' Ben Walker, design director on The Callisto Protocol.

The Callisto Protocol Uses PS5’s DualSense Features “Very Heavily”

The Callisto Protocol Uses PS5’s DualSense Features “Very Heavily”

Ben Walker, design director at Striking Distance Studios, talks about The Callisto Protocol's implementation of the DualSense's features.

The Callisto Protocol’s “Gore System” Took “a Couple Years” to Developer

The Callisto Protocol’s “Gore System” Took “a Couple Years” to Developer

Striking Distance Studio's upcoming sci-fi survival horror game The Callisto Protocol spend a good chunk of its development time finetuning its so-called "gore system".

The Callisto Protocol is “Kind of Linear” but Has “a Lot of Hidden Stuff”

The Callisto Protocol is “Kind of Linear” but Has “a Lot of Hidden Stuff”

Director Glen Schofield says the upcoming survival horror game is going to offer plenty of exploration, in spite of being a linear game.

The Callisto Protocol – Goretastic Trailers Showcase Combat, GRP, and Brutal Deaths

The Callisto Protocol – Goretastic Trailers Showcase Combat, GRP, and Brutal Deaths

Out on December 2nd, Striking Distance Studios' sci-fi survival horror gets some raw gameplay, showcasing melee and ranged combat.

The Callisto Protocol Editions Detailed, No Mention of Cross-Gen Upgrade Path

The Callisto Protocol Editions Detailed, No Mention of Cross-Gen Upgrade Path

The survival horror game is costlier on current-gen consoles, while a Season Pass has also been mentioned as part of its Digital Deluxe Edition.

The Callisto Protocol – First Gameplay Debuts at Summer Game Fest

The Callisto Protocol – First Gameplay Debuts at Summer Game Fest

Director Glen Schofield will showcase the survival horror title, which releases on December 2nd for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, and PC.

The Callisto Protocol Launches on December 2, Cross-Gen Release Confirmed

The Callisto Protocol Launches on December 2, Cross-Gen Release Confirmed

A new trailer for the upcoming survival horror game shows brutal glimpses of its terrifying enemies, the game's story, and more.

The Callisto Protocol is No Longer a Part of the PUBG Universe, Developer Reveals

The Callisto Protocol is No Longer a Part of the PUBG Universe, Developer Reveals

CEO of Striking Distance Studios Glen Schofield has now revealed that The Callisto Protocol doesn't share the same universe as PUBG.

The Callisto Protocol is Seemingly Also Coming to Xbox One and PS4, New Screenshots and Details Revealed

The Callisto Protocol is Seemingly Also Coming to Xbox One and PS4, New Screenshots and Details Revealed

The protagonist, Jacob, must survive against terrifying foes known as Biophages and can use melee and ranged combat along with GRP abilities.

The Callisto Protocol is Scheduled to Launch in the Second Half of 2022

The Callisto Protocol is Scheduled to Launch in the Second Half of 2022

Publisher Krafton says sci-fi survival horror game The Callisto Protocol is targeting a release in the second half of this year.

The Callisto Protocol Has Received a New Screenshot

The Callisto Protocol Has Received a New Screenshot

Developer Striking Distance Studios' upcoming The Callisto Protocol is the cover story for Game Informer magazine's 346th issue.

The Callisto Protocol News Coming This Week

The Callisto Protocol News Coming This Week

Studio founder Glen A. Schofield also shares a close-up teaser image for one of the "creatures" while claiming them to be "incredible."

The Callisto Protocol is “Scary, Moody, Creepy, and Uncomfortable”

The Callisto Protocol is “Scary, Moody, Creepy, and Uncomfortable”

Striking Distance Studios founder Glen Schofield talks up The Callisto Protocol's lighting, and promises more info "soon".

The Callisto Protocol Developer Will Have “More to Share Soon” – Director

The Callisto Protocol Developer Will Have “More to Share Soon” – Director

Announced back in December 2020, the sci-fi survival horror title is set to release this year for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC.

The Callisto Protocol Director Shares New Teaser Art

The Callisto Protocol Director Shares New Teaser Art

The Dead Space-inspired survival horror title is currently scheduled to launch some time in 2022 for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.

Dead Space Co-Creator is Excited to See What EA Motive Does with the Remake

Dead Space Co-Creator is Excited to See What EA Motive Does with the Remake

"Directing the original Dead Space was one of the highlights of my career," says Glen Schofield, who is currently working on a horror game of his own.

The Callisto Protocol Developers Partner With Skybound Games

The Callisto Protocol Developers Partner With Skybound Games

Skybound will bring their "global marketing and distribution capabilities."

5 Reasons The Callisto Protocol Should be on Your Radar

5 Reasons The Callisto Protocol Should be on Your Radar

We're more than a little curious to see how this survival horror title shapes up.

The Callisto Protocol Will Aim To Use PS5 Features To Maximize The Scares

The Callisto Protocol Will Aim To Use PS5 Features To Maximize The Scares

Haptic feedback and 3D audio is specifically pointed out.

The Callisto Protocol Dev Gives More Detail On PUBG Connection

The Callisto Protocol Dev Gives More Detail On PUBG Connection

The connection will apparently not be a deep one.

The Callisto Protocol Gets Extended Red Band Reveal Trailer

The Callisto Protocol Gets Extended Red Band Reveal Trailer

Roughly 25 more seconds of the upcoming horror game.

The Callisto Protocol Is Set In The PUBG Universe, 300 Years In The Future

The Callisto Protocol Is Set In The PUBG Universe, 300 Years In The Future

Winner, winner, chicken dinner.

The Callisto Protocol Developer is Aiming to Make the “Scariest Game on Next-Gen”

The Callisto Protocol Developer is Aiming to Make the “Scariest Game on Next-Gen”

The developers want to replicate the scares and thrills of the original Dead Space.

The Callisto Protocol Developer Talks About Dead Space Comparisons

The Callisto Protocol Developer Talks About Dead Space Comparisons

"It’s not surprising given that a lot of the people that are working on the project also worked on the Dead Space series," says Striking Distance's chief development officer Steve Papoutsis.

The Callisto Protocol Announced – Sci-Fi Horror Title Coming in 2022

The Callisto Protocol Announced – Sci-Fi Horror Title Coming in 2022

The survival horror title comes from Dead Space creator Glen Schofield.

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