Lashana Lynch, the star of the upcoming sci-fi horror game Directive 8020, opens up about her role as Brianna, a pilot on the Cassiopeia reconnaissance ship. In this exclusive interview, Lynch discusses the challenges of bringing a complex character to life, her experience with motion capture, and leading a survival horror story set in deep space. The game, developed by Supermassive Games, features a deadly alien that can mimic humans, forcing players to trust no one aboard. With a release date of May 12, 2026, on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, Directive 8020 promises an immersive cinematic experience, blending edge-of-your-seat horror with a deep space mission to save humanity. The game's premise is a thrilling one: Earth is dying, and the crew of the Cassiopeia must make a hard choice to save themselves, risking the lives of everyone back on Earth. The alien threat, capable of perfectly imitating its prey, adds an extra layer of tension and uncertainty, making trust among the crew a critical factor in their survival. This unique blend of cinematic storytelling, real-time alien threats, and the constant need to question who is human and who is not, sets Directive 8020 apart as a must-play for fans of immersive survival horror.
