Descend right into a limbo of decaying reminiscences on this handcrafted metroidvania.
Hello, we’re Plot Twist, a younger however skilled studio on Poland’s indie online game map. We’ve simply revealed our latest undertaking known as The Final Case of Benedict Fox on the Xbox & Bethesda Video games Showcase and we are able to’t wait to let you know extra about it!
After we began the undertaking, we knew we needed to create a world you’d consider in, inform a narrative that may stick with you, and design a gameplay that may pull you in. To those ends, we’ve made The Final Case of Benedict Fox a handmade metroidvania expertise.
By “handcrafted,” we imply a seamless mixture of a metroidvania’s depth and richness with the immersive environment of cinematic platformers. In different phrases, you’ll battle demons, resolve elaborate puzzles and discover surreal maze-like areas, whereas uncovering a twisted and engrossing plot that includes secret organizations, forbidden rituals, and cold-blooded murders.
One of many issues that make Benedict’s investigation particular is his Companion. Our detective was sure to a demonic being at beginning and their fates have been intertwined ever since. What’s an attention-grabbing piece of the lore in itself (let’s speak about it another time!) has additionally sure sensible implications.
To start with, the Companion’s powers allow you to discover the minds of the lately deceased in your final probability to get a “testimony”. These Limbos are surreal worlds the place reminiscences, feelings, and traumas tackle bodily kinds. Kinds that can normally wish to hurt Benedict.
That’s when it turns into apparent {that a} demon companion is a good asset additionally in fight. Combine his powers (which clearly embrace tentacles!) with firearms and artistic use of your environment to beat the enemies – however do not forget that focus and a tactical method are nonetheless your greatest allies.
We’ve received tons extra to let you know about The Final Case of Benedict Fox. We will go on and on in regards to the noir fiction influences, early twentieth century jazz soundtrack, Burton-esque artwork fashion, grim story of a sure household… For those who’re in for a supernatural thriller, let’s be in contact until Benedict begins his investigation in spring 2023.
