Alice Games is still working to get Shark Dentist out the door for release later this year, but they’ve found time to drop a new Developer Overview trailer for the upcoming roguelike, as well as a new gameplay trailer. The new trailer provides a deeper look at gameplay, while the devlog has the devteam talking about what we’re working on, how they approach decisions regarding the game, and “what matters” as development on Shark Dentist continues.
Described as not just another horror roguelike, but an “ultimate test of [players’] nerves”, Shark Dentist is inspired by games like Buckshot Roulette, and films like Jaws (naturally) and Saw. Your task is to treat the teeth of these sedated giant predators in a dark clinic while avoiding their deadly aggression. You’ll need to balance tactics, luck, and limited resources to heal your patients, lest they decide to take their annoyance out on you.
The team states that they’ve pushed the core gameplay to the limit, with procedurally-generated cavities, infections and debuffs aim to ensure that no two runs are the same. All the while, players must manage oxygen levels, pulse monitors, anaesthesia doses, and more.
Shark Dentist is expected to arrive later this year on PC via Steam.