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‘Death of Rose’ Returns in New Trailer, With Slight Changes
You may remember indie dev Artur Łączkowski and his story-driven horror game Death of Rose. The game was originally scheduled to arrive back in February, but Łączkowski pulled the plug, stating that he couldn’t “fully express and present” the game’s potential with its current state. However, it hasn’t stayed dead for long, as Łączkowski has announced that the game is back on, with some new additions.
Along with announcing that the game is back on, Łączkowski also released a new trailer for the game, showcasing some awesome-looking ray tracing effects. When contacted by DreadXP, Łączkowski had this to say: “The Ray Tracing trailer was created as a test, but this scene is from the game. Just in a different form. The game is set to release in a month or two, not longer. It’s heavily inspired by Stranger Things and the 80’s. It’s also no longer a straight horror game, but a mystery adventure.”
The story for Death of Rose has also changed: Scott is a high school radio show host with his best friend Beth as the producer. Every night, listeners call in to the show. One day, the calls he receives begin to change. Will Scott be able to handle the pressure and help his listeners in this interactive adventure inspired by the 1980s?
You can wishlist the game on Steam, if you haven’t already done so.
Death of Rose is back! Inspired by the 1980s, including Stranger Things. Completely redesigned experience. Thank you all for your patience.. soon I'll give you more info and a brand new trailer. To start with, I'd like to show you 4 screenshots captured directly from the game. pic.twitter.com/0v3UgOWmej
— Artur Łączkowski (@arturlaczkowski) May 20, 2020
Publisher Lyrical Games has announced that One More Level’s first-person Souls-like Valor Mortis will arrive October 13 on PlayStation 5,the Xbox Series, and PC via Steam. Those itching to get a chance to play the game ahead of its launch can check out the demo that’s available now on Steam.
The demo includes two chapters: Chapter 1: Revival introduces the core combat system on a ravaged battlefield. The second chapter is a brand new midgame level where players use William’s transmutation powers to traverse a destroyed bridge to the Lighthouse, with a steeper difficulty curve that previews what’s ahead.
Set in a supernatural reimagining of 19th-century Europe, Valor Mortis casts players as William, a resurrected soldier of the Grande Armée who wields both Napoleonic-era weaponry and devastating supernatural powers. Guided by Napoleon’s disembodied voice, you must traverse ravaged battlefields, sprawling mountains, and European-inspired cities consumed by a grotesque, continent-wide plague — the same corruption that pulses through William’s veins and gave him life.
The new trailer places the relationship between William and his Emperor, Napoleon, front and center. It marks Napoleon’s first appearance in the game, portrayed by César Award-winning actor Vincent Cassel, as he warns William of his newfound abilities and poses a question to players: what would you sacrifice for power?
As this is a Souls-like, you’ll experience challenging, stamina-and-skill-based combat designed to feel threatening and immersive. Every death is a stepping stone to mastery as you perfect your ability to parry blows, dash out of harm’s way, and deliver ravaging, visceral finishers. You’ll also make use of William’s newfound mobility to outrun and flank Napoleon’s plague-ridden Eternal Guard in Metroidvania-style exploration. Progress carefully, uncover environmental secrets, and survive the rotting remnants of an endless war.