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Co-op Horror Title ‘Alchemists’ Launches February 20 on Steam
While their co-op horror title Alchemists never did launch last year, WASD Game Studio is making up it, announcing that the game will launch on February 20 on Steam. The demo for Alchemists is still available.
Bringing together alchemy and dark magic in a gripping tale, Alchemists has players, either solo or in groups of up to four, solving puzzles and complete four elemental rituals while escaping from a terrifying monster. As players gather ritual pieces scattered throughout each environment, they are tasked with using special tools to survive. Once the four rituals are complete, the monster is destroyed. However, if a player is captured, their teammates must use a medkit to save them.
The first map for Alchemists, Trasmoz, offers a variety of locations where players must complete rituals and gather ritual pieces. Areas in Trasmoz include a church, carpenter’s workshop, mansion, barn, cemetery and more. Future maps will feature new challenges, monsters, and puzzles.
Speaking of which, there will actually be four maps available to players in the final version of Alchemists. The fourth map, voice interaction, and new monsters will be added one month after launch. There will also be new monster types introduced in all maps, each with different abilities to keep players on their toes.
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‘System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary’ Now Available on the Nintendo Switch 2; Free Upgrade Available
Nightdive Studios has given Nintendo Switch 2 fans some love when it comes to System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary. Previously released for the original Switch, players can now grab the Switch 2 version from the Nintendo eShop. Or, if you already own the Switch version, you can grab the Switch 2 version as a free upgrade! There’s even a 40% discount on now until June 23.
Initially launching for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Store on last June, System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster eventually made it to the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch the next month. The Switch 2 version of the game offers enhanced resolution, higher fram rate, and support for mouse control.
Set 42 years after the events of the first game, it’s the year 2114. As you awake from cryo sleep on the FTL ship Von Braun, you are unable to remember who or where you are… and something has gone terribly wrong. Hybrid mutants and deadly robots roam the halls while the cries from the remaining crew reverberate through the cold hull of the ship. SHODAN, a rogue AI bent on the destruction of mankind has taken over and it’s up to you to stop her.
Delve through the corridors of the derelict ship Von Braun and immerse yourself in the story rich atmosphere and environments. Explore deck by deck and unravel the horrifying fate of the Von Braun and her crew.