Publisher Paradox Interactive has announced Vampire: the Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is now being developed by Dear Esther and Amnesia developer The Chinese Room.

The last we heard of the game was that former developer Hardsuit Labs was removed from the project, and that it wasn’t dead but still in development.

Now, Vampire: the Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is set for a 2024 release across Windows PC (via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store), Xbox One, Xbox Series X+S, PS4, and PS5.

“Vampire: The Masquerade holds a special place in our hearts. The story world’s dark setting filled with intricate narratives built on top of modern society perfectly fits our studio’s catalog,” Studio Director at The Chinese Room Ed Daly said. “Bloodlines 2 is our most ambitious project to date. Fans of the franchise have been eagerly awaiting this game, and we are up to the challenge. We are bringing more than 15 years of award-winning experience to the project, creating a game that honors the legacy of its predecessor while bringing its gameplay to the modern era.”

Paradox Interactive World of Darkness vice president of publishing Sean Greaney added, “We were immediately impressed when we saw The Chinese Room’s proposal for Bloodlines 2. They have a true passion for the source material, making them ideal partners to develop a story in the Vampire: The Masquerade setting that resonates with players. We are committed to making Bloodlines 2 a success. Bringing on a studio that shares our vision was critical to helping us achieve these goals. Fans of the franchise can rest assured knowing that Bloodlines 2 is in good hands, and we will have more to share with you in January.”

Here’s a trailer confirming the new developer: