Liam Cunningham Discusses Playing The Host in New Social Horror Game Eyes of Hellfire

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The upcoming game, titled “Eyes of Hellfire,” is a social horror production that draws inspiration from the chilling tales surrounding the Hellfire Club in Dublin, Ireland. This club was based in an old, dilapidated hunting lodge nestled in the mountains during the 18th century. Shrouded in whispers of dark and supernatural activities, Gambrinous Games aims to capture the eerie essence of these stories by immersing players in a cooperative puzzle gameplay experience that will leave them feeling genuinely spooked.

Recently, Game Rant had an engaging conversation with Liam Cunningham, who takes on the role of the Host in “Eyes of Hellfire”. Known for his commendable portrayal of Ser Davos Seaworth in HBO’s critically acclaimed series “Game of Thrones”, Liam Cunningham has an impressive resume filled with diverse roles over many years in the entertainment world. In this interview, he shares insights on how he breathed life into the Host and what aspects made the character particularly intriguing and thrilling for him.

How Liam Cunningham Brought the Host to Life

Liam Cunningham began his acting career playing a police officer in the 1992 film “Into the West.” Since then, he’s graced both big and small screens in numerous films and series, such as “The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor” and “3 Body Problem” on Netflix. Yet, his involvement in video games is relatively scarce; “Squadron 42,” which has been in development for over a decade, being his only credited role to date. However, this may shift with the arrival of “Eyes of Hellfire.” Upon learning about the Host’s role in it, Cunningham expressed immediate interest and enthusiasm. He shared that he was eager to take on this character as soon as it was presented to him.

“I have high standards when it comes to my work, and I strive to showcase that in my career by making thoughtful choices. I tend to reject 95% of the job offers I receive because they don’t align with my preferences. It’s not just about doing something if there’s blood involved; let me put it that way. The writing was top-notch, and the character was well-developed. When I suggested incorporating some dry humor into the script, it was approved. The Host isn’t merely a dreadful presence lurking in the background; instead, he adds an enjoyable touch to the events. I aimed for him to be the type of character that you both love and hate.

Eyes of Hellfire’s Premise Immediately Stood Out to Liam Cunningham

Cunningham, who isn’t quick to accept every role offered to him, doesn’t make light of his endorsement for the film “Eyes of Hellfire” and his involvement in it. What drew him in was the intriguing idea of starring in a horror movie with friends, a concept that resonated deeply with him. To put it simply, Cunningham found the core premise compelling.

I don’t play many games due to my particular tastes and preferences. I’m not deeply immersed in the gaming world. However, the prospect of joining a horror movie experience with friends is quite unique and appealing to me. Usually, we share the thrill of being scared together when we watch a film in a cinema. So, the idea of playing such a game with friends sounds intriguing because it combines the element of collaboration. I appreciate this concept as it incorporates strategic thinking and lateral problem-solving.

The increasing popularity of social horror games encourages Gambrinous Games to believe that their game, “Eyes of Hellfire,” will be popular among fans of this genre due to its features like proximity chat and their approach of using Early Access as a means to gather player feedback and make necessary adjustments, potentially leading to success.

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2025-08-26 13:04