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‘Last Year’ Introduces New Map, New Features in Latest Update
Elastic Games have given fans of their asymmetric multiplayer game Last Year a treat with a massive new update to the game, adding a new map and more.
The first in the “Afterdark” series of Forest Maps is The Sawmill. The map is unique in that it introduces a brand-new mechanic: Environmental Kills! Between sawblades and rushing trains, both Classmates and Fiends will have to be extra careful navigating this map.
Along the way, Classmates can also pick up a new weapon in the form of a chainsaw, which is found in a specific spawn point in The Sawmill. Those who grab it will be unable to run or carry quest items, but at least you’ll be packing something to carve up a Fiend.
The update also introduces The Shop, which as you might expect, allows players to buy in-game currency, as well as allow you to grab unique skins. The Shop will allow players to spend real money to buy more Stash Cards, get the new hard currency in the form of Mystic Ore, or purchase bundles that include a skin, some cards, and ore for discounted prices.
And yes, because it’s Valentine’s Day, the team have introduced new cosmetics for players to unlock, including the timed exclusive Bloody Valentine event skins. You can read up more on the update on the official Steam page.
Lastly, you can play the game for free right now until February 17th. You can also buy the game at a discount of 30% during the free weekend.
With only a few days to go before WildSphere’s Escape From Umbra launches on PC and console on July 10, the devs have released an updated demo to Steam and GOG to woo potential players. The new 10-15 minute demo allows players to get their first look at the game’s story, while also offering a glimpse into the core mechanics of the full game.
Furthermore, Xbox players can now pre-order the game, where early supporters can take advantage of a 10% limited-time discount until July 9th. Nintendo Switch, Steam, and GOG launches will be accompanied by a discount upon launch.
Escape From Umbra transports players to a labyrinthine town inspired by the mountain villages in Las Alpujarras. Their iconic narrow streets and white facades have been invaded by dark roots and a dense, oppressive fog. Following the trail of enigmatic black cats, players will freely explore every corner of the town to find the way to escape from the nightmare where Umbra has locked them up.
Eschewing artificial inventories or floating backpacks, the game opts for a true “escape room” format. Players must investigate the environment, manipulate objects, and figure out how to use them within the 3D space to escape each area. To do so, they will rely on a mysterious magic book, deciphering its logic-based clues to solve every puzzle and challenge.
However, the town is governed by shadow creatures that watch for any presence to summon the mistress of darkness. Players will carry a unique flashlight capable of condensing energy and unleashing powerful bursts of light, which allow them to defend themselves against specters and reveal secrets hidden by magic.
Additionally, controller vibration becomes a living gameplay mechanic: there are no on-screen indicators; the character’s heartbeat is transmitted directly to the player’s hands, accelerating chaotically as the only radar for imminent danger.