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Rescue the Hostages: Cryptic Countdown is a dark horror FMV game centered on a high-tension hostage crisis. The narrative centers around a bomber who has trapped several hostages in a deadly scenario. The player must solve a series of word scramble puzzles connected to a timed explosive device. Gameplay emphasizes psychological tension and problem-solving under pressure, as players attempt to decipher clues and prevent the bomb from detonating before time runs out.

Release date
March 15, 2026
Developer
Rescue the Hostages
Publisher
Rescue the Hostages
Genre
Puzzle, Indie

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Release dates by platform and region

PlatformRegionDateUnlock timeStatusSource
PCWorldwideNot announcedReleasedSource

Release date history

  1. Date announced: March 15, 2026. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source

Frequently asked questions

When does Rescue the Hostages: Cryptic Countdown release?

Rescue the Hostages: Cryptic Countdown released on March 15, 2026.

What time does Rescue the Hostages: Cryptic Countdown unlock?

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Which platforms is Rescue the Hostages: Cryptic Countdown on?

Rescue the Hostages: Cryptic Countdown is releasing on PC.

Has Rescue the Hostages: Cryptic Countdown been delayed?

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