Ever wondered what it’d be like to hunt Jack the Ripper alongside friends—or maybe be the monster yourself? Well, grab your deerstalker hat and get ready for 4 Penny Coffins, a new game that blends Among Us-style social deduction with the gritty streets of Victorian London.
Developed by Other Ocean, this 8-player title drops you into the infamous Whitechapel district of 1888. You’ll take on the role of a detective trying to uncover a serial killer, or you might just be the 10-foot demon whose job is to rip your friends in half. Yes, you read that right—it’s a gloriously chaotic mix of investigation and betrayal.
What’s really neat is the game’s flexibility. You can play with up to eight people online, but if you’re more of a solo sleuth, there’s a single-player mode too. So whether you’re coordinating with a crew or flying solo, you can dive into the foggy alleys of Whitechapel and start piecing together clues.
The whole vibe is like a spooky, historical take on the classic “who’s the imposter” formula. You’ll be examining evidence, questioning suspects, and trying to keep your friends alive—or not, if you’re the demon. It’s a fresh twist that adds a lot of atmosphere and tension to the social deduction genre.
Other Ocean has been teasing this project for a while, and it looks like they’re aiming for a unique blend of cooperative and competitive play. The setting alone is a huge draw—Jack the Ripper lore is endlessly fascinating, and placing that in a game where you’re either the hunter or the hunted is a brilliant idea.
So, are you ready to test your detective skills in 1888 London? Will you be picking this up when it drops? Let us know in the comments below!
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