Raw Fury Reveals Brand New Gloriously Grotesque Monster Horror Sim, My Cannibal Family, Releasing in 2027 – Games Press

Swedish indie publisher Raw Fury has announced My Cannibal Family, a “gloriously grotesque” monster horror simulation developed by UK-based studio Wolf & Wood. Scheduled for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, the game tasks players with constructing a lethal theme park designed to lure and harvest human visitors. A closed playtest is currently available on Steam through June 16, 2026.

What is My Cannibal Family?

Announced during the Future Games Showcase on June 6, 2026, My Cannibal Family is a horror simulation that blends creative construction with predatory gameplay. Unlike traditional theme park simulators that focus on guest satisfaction and profit, this title flips the script. According to Raw Fury, players act as the architects of a “twisted theme park,” where the ultimate goal is not to entertain visitors, but to lure them to a “gruesome death.”

The game is developed by Wolf & Wood, a developer based in the UK, and published by Raw Fury. The core loop revolves around a deadly sandbox environment where the player builds, attracts, and then consumes. The “grotesque” nature of the game is central to its identity, focusing on a slasher-inspired aesthetic that combines the management of a facility with the visceral nature of a horror movie.

The Core Gameplay Loop: Build, Lure, and Harvest

The gameplay in My Cannibal Family is structured around a modular building system. Players start with modest beginnings—described as a “simple wooden shack”—and gradually expand their operation into a “sprawling labyrinth of entertainment and gore.”

Designing the Park of Nightmares

Building is a primary pillar of the experience. Raw Fury notes that the game provides creative tools allowing for the development of a unique park filled with decorations and attractions. These aren’t standard carnival rides; they are designed to be lethal. The modular system ensures that players can customize their layout to maximize the efficiency of their “harvest.”

Key content milestones for the building aspect include:

• Six Unlockable Parks: Players can progress through and unlock different park environments.
• 20+ Attractions: A wide variety of rides and installations that serve as the primary lure for guests.
• Customizable Layouts: The ability to create complex mazes and traps to funnel victims.

The Mechanics of the Harvest

Once the park is operational, the focus shifts from architecture to predation. The game incorporates elements of stealth and resource management. Players must gather resources to continue building and improving their park, while simultaneously using traps to capture the guests they have lured in. This “harvesting” process is the central driver of the game’s progression, turning the theme park into a literal feeding ground.

To facilitate these kills, the game includes a variety of “slasher favourites” in terms of tools, equipment, and weapons, leaning heavily into the tropes of the horror genre to provide players with the means to eliminate their visitors.

Multiplayer Integration and Accessibility

One of the more distinct features of My Cannibal Family is its flexible approach to multiplayer. While many horror sims are solitary experiences, Raw Fury is implementing several ways for players to collaborate in their grotesque endeavors.

• Solo Play: For those who prefer to manage their cannibalistic empire alone.
• Online Co-op: Support for up to four players to build and manage a park together.
• Local Multiplayer: A two-player split-screen mode for a shared couch experience.

This variety suggests a game that can function both as a meticulous management sim and a chaotic social experience, allowing friends to coordinate the placement of traps and the harvesting of guests in real-time.

Raw Fury’s Broader Strategy: The Reveal of Appulse

The announcement of My Cannibal Family was not the only highlight from Raw Fury at the Future Games Showcase. The publisher also unveiled another title, Appulse, demonstrating a diverse approach to indie publishing. While My Cannibal Family focuses on slow-burn simulation and horror, Appulse is a “pinball shooter roguelite.”

Developed by the French studio Le Rado, Appulse is coming “soon” to PC via Steam. The contrast between a grotesque horror sim and a high-energy pinball roguelite highlights Raw Fury’s current trajectory of supporting niche, high-concept indie titles that experiment with genre blending.

For those interested in how Raw Fury selects its partners, a related explainer on indie horror trends might provide more context on why “monster sims” are gaining traction in the current market.

How to Join the Closed Playtest

For players who cannot wait until 2027, Raw Fury has opened a window for early access. A closed playtest for My Cannibal Family is currently live on Steam. This provides an opportunity for the community to experience the modular building system and the “harvesting” mechanics before the full launch.

Crucial Deadline: The playtest is time-limited. It is scheduled to run only until Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 16:00 CEST. Players interested in testing the game’s “gloriously grotesque” systems must download it and participate before this cutoff.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the release date for My Cannibal Family?

According to Raw Fury, My Cannibal Family is set to release in 2027.

What platforms will My Cannibal Family be available on?

The game will be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

What exactly do you do in My Cannibal Family?

Players build a horror-themed park using a modular building system. The goal is to create attractions and traps to lure human visitors into the park and then “harvest” them using stealth and slasher-style weapons.

Can I play My Cannibal Family with friends?

Yes. The game supports solo play, online co-op for up to four players, and two-player split-screen multiplayer.

Is there a demo or playtest available?

Yes, a closed playtest is available on Steam, but it ends on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 16:00 CEST.

Who is developing the game?

The game is being developed by the UK-based studio Wolf & Wood and published by the Swedish company Raw Fury.