Video Games
‘Powerslave: Exhumed’ Hitting PC, Consoles Next Month
While it hasn’t even been announced for the Nintendo Switch as of yet, it would seem that the Nintendo eShop let slip that Nightdive’s upcoming Powerslave: Exhumed will be coming to the console. Not only that, it’ll apparently be happening next month!
A listing for the upcoming remake/remaster of the Lobotomy Software cult classic shooter popped up on the eShop, with a February 10 release date. This date or version of the game hasn’t been confirmed by Nightdive as of yet. However, the game’s Steam page now lists the February 10 release date, so there might be an official announcement shortly.
Of course, no mention of the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, but it again wouldn’t be out of the realm of possibility for those consoles to receive a version of Powerslave.
Powerslave: Exhumed is a KEX Engine port of the 1996 shooter that combines the PlayStation and Saturn versions of the original to create the definitive experience, totalling over 20 levels. Powerslave: Exhumed will feature modern enhancements such as Anisotropic Texture Filtering, SMAA, widescreen and HD display support, as well as gamepad support.
In Powerslave, the ancient Egyptian city of Karnak in the late 20th century has been overtaken by alien forces. A crack team of soldiers is sent to the valley of Karnak to uncover what happened. However, your helicopter is shot down, and you’re left to battle the aliens, who are seeking to resurrect the ancient Egyptian pharaoh King Ramses and use his powers to control the world.
If you’re interested in the original version of Powerslave, that’s still up on GOG.com.
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.