Still Wakes The Deep Takes Home Three BAFTA Awards in Stunning Victory
Still Wakes the Deep, developed by The Chinese Room and published by Secret Mode, has secured three prestigious BAFTA Games Awards in 2025, including New Intellectual Property and two performance awards.
The horror game masterfully creates an atmosphere of sustained dread on a Scottish oil rig, distinguishing itself through sophisticated suspense rather than relying on traditional jump scares. Its carefully crafted pacing and atmospheric storytelling have earned widespread critical acclaim.
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The game received eight BAFTA nominations, including:
- Artistic Achievement
- Audio Achievement
- British Game
- Narrative
- New IP (Winner)
- Performer in a Leading Role - Alec Newman (Winner)
- Performer in a Supporting Role - Karen Dunbar (Winner)
- Performer in a Supporting Role - Michael Abubakar
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Alec Newman's portrayal of the protagonist delivers raw emotion and genuine fear, while Karen Dunbar's supporting performance adds essential depth to the narrative. Their BAFTA wins acknowledge their crucial contributions to the game's immersive experience.
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The game's concise runtime perfectly balances storytelling and tension, creating a landmark horror experience that resonates with both industry professionals and players alike.
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