While Ubisoft has announced they are developing a Splinter Cell remake, the initial trailer was released back in 2021, with Ubisoft’s only update being the concept art stuff that was released as part of the franchise’s 20th anniversary in November 2022,

If you’re looking for something close to it, Korean developer EVR Studio’s in-development project might be worth watching. Currently titled only as “Project TH”, the game is in development for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. It’s a third-person, interactive-action adventure game based on the world of Mudang (Korean for Shaman) created by Korean webtoon artist Seok Jung-hyun (also known as Stonehouse).

There are new trailers featuring gameplay that looks excellent so far.

Project TH In Development by Korean Studio Looks to Bring That Splinter Cell Vibe

In the trailer above which showcases the enemy AI (artificial intelligence), EVR Studio says that they are not just an obstacle but a “combat force that adapts to its environment and moves with tactical precision.”

EVR Studio explains, “Enemy soldiers do not simply patrol; they apply real-world tactical positioning to pressure the player. By utilizing cover, optimizing line-of-sight, and adjusting movement patterns, they gain an advantage in indoor combat. AI thoroughly clears rooms using entry formations, corner checks, and dynamic pathfinding, ensuring that no hiding spot is truly safe. When engaged, they quickly reposition and flank while using suppressive fire to cut off escape routes. They also take full advantage of environmental cover such as desks, pillars, walls, and doors, dynamically adjusting their stance and firing position based on the situation.”

The protagonist can use smoke grenades, flashbangs, the game’s environment to survive the onslaught.

There’s another gameplay trailer that features the game’s stealth, and let’s just say, Project TH’s protagnonist named Jung-tae, is a lot more brutal than Sam Fisher.

Some of the highlights in the second trailer include:

• Assassinations: Both quiet and brutal executions as players eliminate their targets.
• Stealth Tactics: Mastering the art of hiding bodies, luring enemies into traps, and using destructible lights to your advantage.
• Advanced Guerrilla Tactics: Deploying proximity mines, advanced maneuvers, and crowd control to gain the upper hand.
• Melee Combat: From exchanging blows to using counters and finishers, the hand-to-hand combat system adds a visceral layer to the gameplay.
• In-Game SFX: The immersive sound design, including spatial gunfire, that elevates the entire experience.

Speaking of which, the studio has also revealed the game’s synopsis.

Peace has found it’s place in the Korean peninsula after a peaceful unification between the north and south. With its long-time adversary no longer in presence, mandatory military services becomes voluntary, and changes flow throughout the peninsula. Concerned with the lowered public’s security awareness, the National Security Command put in motion a new program called “The Ordo Project”. “Ordo” is an idol group used as propaganda to increase the number of the voluntary military enlisting, and quickly succeeds in gaining mass popularity and meeting its intended goals.

As Ordo gains popularity, voices of conspiracy arise, claiming that “Ordo” can only be described as a ‘phenomenon’, and is actually a brainwashing human weapon. At the same time, an unidentified armed organization is assembled to take out Ordo. The National Security Command organizes an elite combat unit, ‘Chasa’ to protect Ordo, and Jung-tae, a member of Chasa is assigned as the leader. -But Jung-tae had a problem of his own. He was suffering from a symptom, excruciating pain in his head, which can only be described as the pain of splitting his skull, only during decisive moments of battle. During a massive Ordo live concert, Jung-tae detects a threat on Ordo and throws himself onto the stage to protect Ordo from a group of armed attackers in masks. But once again, his symptom overcomes him and exposes him in danger. One of the mystery masks stares at Jung-tae and utters, “You, you’re a ghost?”. As the mystery masks run away leaving Jung-tae unharmed, Jung-tae realizes his excruciating pain is slowly fading away.

Of course, the transition from concept to actual gameplay is at a different level, and we hope Project TH will be able to deliver. The action game has no release date set, but it is confirmed for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.