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Public Playtest for ‘Cthulhu Keeper’ on Now
If you were wanting to get a preview of Kuuasemais’ Lovecraftian tribute to Dungeon Keeper in Cthulhu Keeper, you’ve got your chance with a public playtest that’s on right now. No word on how long the playtest will be open, but it’s free, so get in on the fun sooner rather than later.
Those who do give the game a test are encouraged to hit up the Kuuasemais Discord to relay your impressions to the team, including any bugs you find.
Set in the 1920s, you assume the role of a cult leader looking to grow their influence by generating chaos and fear around you. In order to do that, you must build, defend, and expand your lair, summon Eldritch creatures, and orchestrate sinister missions.
Said missions range from stealing artifacts to converting new followers. You’ll also be customizing your cult leader and monsters for each mission, equipping them with helpful items and powers. Also, you’ll be giving your cultists tasks like research, monster care, and setting traps. Collect flesh, valuable artifacts, and clay tablets to fuel your research and expansion.
As your lair grows, you’ll be drawing attention from rival cults, detectives, and the police. As a result, you’ll need to set traps and strategically place spells to defend your cult against invaders.
Cthulhu Keeper is currently in development for PC via Steam.
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.