Moon Studios, the developer known for the widely acclaimed Ori series, has announced new details about their next endeavor: an action RPG titled "No Rest for the Wicked." The game was first unveiled at The Game Awards late last year, offering a darker and more realistic aesthetic than the Ori games. Set in the year 841, players will navigate through political intrigue in a story where the king has died and his arrogant son Magnus has claimed the crown amidst the return of a plague known as the Pestilence.
"No Rest for the Wicked" will feature a group of sacred warriors called Cerim, who possess special powers to combat the Pestilence. The studio promises precise combat systems and describes the game as an "epic saga," featuring a handcrafted world designed to be visually striking. Six years in development, this title is a passion project for Moon Studios and is expected to enter Early Access on Steam, with plans later to expand to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. A recent delay has pushed the release into the second quarter of the year.
What can players expect from the combat and mechanics in No Rest for the Wicked?The developers have promised a precise combat system and various game mechanics that will be showcased in an upcoming 'Insider Showcase' livestream, available to watch on YouTube and Twitch.
No Rest for the Wicked is a significant departure from Moon Studios' previous titles, which were grounded in the platforming genre with a focus on storytelling through gameplay and visual artistry. Ori and the Blind Forest, released in 2015, followed by Ori and the Will of the Wisps in 2020, earned critical acclaim for their beautiful, hand-painted art styles, emotionally driven narratives, and challenging platforming mechanics. The shift to an action RPG indicates a diversification of Moon Studios' portfolio and a desire to explore new storytelling and gameplay possibilities.
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No Rest for the Wicked seems to be a bold departure from Moon Studios' signature style, emphasizing precise combat and a darker, more realistic world. It's exciting to see how the action RPG genre will be woven into Moon Studios' renowned storytelling and visual artistry, and I'm looking forward to the upcoming Insider Showcase to get a closer look at the game mechanics.
No Rest for the Wicked sounds like a bold departure for Moon Studios, known for the gorgeous Ori series. The promise of precise combat and a handcrafted world in this action RPG has definitely piqued my interest, and I'm looking forward to seeing more in the upcoming livestream.
Merging Moon Studios' signature visual artistry with a darker, action RPG tone in No Rest for the Wicked is an intriguing shift. The promise of a precise combat system and handcrafted world sets the stage for a departure from their acclaimed platforming roots, and I'm eager to see it unfold in the upcoming 'Insider Showcase' livestream.