ZA/UM, the studio behind *Disco Elysium*, revealed May 21, 2026, as the release date for its next project, *Zero Parades: For Dead Spies*. The game will debut on Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG, with a PS5 version arriving later in 2026. A haunting trailer debuted alongside the announcement, teasing a narrative-driven spy thriller set in the surreal city-state of Portofiro.

The game centers on Hershel Wilk, alias CASCADE, a disgraced spy grappling with past failures. Players will navigate tactical missions, a branching skill tree, and choices that reshape the story. ZA/UM emphasized its signature surrealist visuals and dialogue-heavy gameplay, blending espionage mechanics with psychological depth.

Industry analysts noted ZA/UM’s track record of pushing narrative boundaries in RPGs. The studio’s focus on player agency and morally complex decisions aligns with *Disco Elysium*’s legacy. Portofiro’s eerie atmosphere and the protagonist’s personal reckoning hint at a darker, more introspective tone than its predecessor.

Pre-orders and platform details remain unconfirmed, but the May 2026 window positions the game for mid-year competition with high-profile titles. Fans of tactical RPGs and narrative experimentation should mark their calendars for this anticipated entry into the spy thriller genre.