Directive 8020 executive producer says the Turning Points system was added for players who 'want to keep everyone alive' but also for 'a big percentage of our hardcore fans' that will replay the game to get all endings
Supermassive Games has introduced a new rewind feature called Turning Points in its upcoming game Directive 8020. The feature allows players to undo decisions mid-game, catering to those who want to keep all characters alive. It also supports hardcore fans who replay the game to experience all possible endings.
- ▪Executive producer Dan McDonald said the Turning Points system was a long-desired feature for Supermassive Games.
- ▪The rewind function addresses player frustration when favorite characters die due to irreversible choices.
- ▪Turning Points supports both casual players and hardcore fans who aim to unlock all game endings.
- ▪The feature marks a shift from previous titles like Until Dawn and The Dark Pictures series, where choices were permanently locked.
- ▪Supermassive wants players to experience emotional moments but also have control over how they play.
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Gaming Directive 8020 executive producer says the Turning Points system was added for players who 'want to keep everyone alive' but also for 'a big percentage of our hardcore fans' that will replay the game to get all endings News By Demi Williams Contributions from Lucy Buglass published 28 April 2026 Fail a QTE? Now you'll be able to rewind and try again! When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Supermassive Games) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Directive 8020 executive producer Dan McDonald says Supermassive Games was looking to add a rewind…
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