11 bit studios and Digital Sun have just released their latest Action RPG title, “Moonlighter!” Stylistically reminiscent of the original “Legend of Zelda” titles, this game stars the shopkeeper Will who moonlights as an adventurer. Available for the XBox One, PS4, Windows PC, and even Mac OSX, players will delve into alternate realms where they can hunt treasure, slay monstrous creatures, and explore. Goods in hand, Will then returns to his village of Rynoka where he can peddle them off to revive his struggling hometown.
We will be publishing a review of the game soon, so stay tuned for that!
The Story Thus Far:
During an archeological excavation hundreds of years in the past, researchers discovered a set of Gates buried beneath the earth. Soon, they realized that these Gates acted as portals to other worlds or dimensions. As soon as news of this spread, devil-may-care adventurers saw an opportunity for treasure and rushed to this new frontier. Rynoka village was founded as a way stop for these travelers; a place to rest and sell whatever wealth they retrieved.
Now that the town is in dire straits, however, the shopkeeper Will dreams of becoming its savior. Now he dares to face whatever is beyond the gates in an effort to revitalize the town and make a name for himself.
The Game Itself:
“Moonlighter” is just as much about being a merchant as it is being an adventurer. Whenever you come home with your adventures’ spoils, you are the one in charge of putting them on sale. Managing prices, your funds, hiring help, and upgrading your shop are all a part of the gameplay. There are also hints that some people may be looking to steal your hard-earned wares, so be careful of who you trust!
To aid your adventures, you can interact with certain villagers to craft and enchant equipment. Aside from making your life easier and probably longer, this customization also promises to facilitate various styles of gameplay! Also, look at that kitty!!! Who wouldn’t want to visit every now and then?
When fighting, the combat relies in part on what effects your various weapons and abilities have on certain enemies. This makes the enchanting system all the more necessary to your progression!
Furthermore, you will face something different each time you pass through a gate. Taking a leaf from rogue-lites, each time you pass through a Gate, it sends you to a randomly generated world. So, in the words of Scar, “Be prepared!”
Further Reading:
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If you want to learn more about Digital Sun, you can visit their website here, their Facebook page, or their Twitter feed!
