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Beastis aGear Tactics-inspired adventure in the heart of Carpathian legends.
Over the centuries, countless myths and legends about these historic mountains have been told.
The wait is finally over.
Here’s Beast:Everything We Know.
What is Beast?
Beastis an upcoming tactical turn-based RPG.
The game takes the face of a dark, medieval world plagued by warfare and a grimdark epidemic.
Players will lead their troops through a holy quest to end the vile Prophet King’s demented rule.
However, you must also brave your demons before they commandeer you and your allies.
As a long-lost veteran, Anton returns home after a decade of slavery.
Upon his return, everything is amiss.
The King Prophet, Lurius, appoints him to lead a mission against the plague in the Carpathian Mountains.
But all is not gold for Anton.
He must fight his inner demons with every battle, lest he succumbs to darkness.
Everything he loved and cherished is either gone or has changed beyond recognition.
All he has left is his soldiers' loyalty and a holy quest to end the plague.
Gameplay
The gameplay infuses three primary features: Beast system, insanity and brutal melee combat.
The Beast system is a choice-driven technique where you decide whether to exercise or exorcise your inner Beast.
If you’ve dabbled inHellbladebefore, you’ll feel at home with this upcoming title.
Moreover, the game’s Insanity system amplifies the Beast system.
Players will have to make hard moral choices during combat.
Speaking of combat, you will lead your troops in gridless, fast-paced battles.
Furthermore, the game is mission-based, with every mission having one or more objectives.
The cinematic cutscenes give more depth to the story and objectives.
Also, players will have access to campsite management- a concept similar toGears Tactics.
The system pushes players to make difficult moral decisions during combat.
Insanity in the Dark Ages Atmospheric, story-rich, grimdark world inspired by Carpathian legends.
There is only evil greater or lesser.
Brutal and Dynamic Melee-Focused Combat Command your squad in fast-paced, gridless, turn-based tactical battles.
Advance and survive intense and visceral encounters.
Development
False Prophets studio is seeing through the game’s development and publishing.
Founded in 2019, this is the studio’s breakout title.
From the horse’s mouth:
Developing BEAST has been nothing short of a transformational experience for us.
We are pushing the boundaries of tactical RPGs by offering unprecedented gameplay mechanics and a rich, mature narrative.
The developer is keeping the game’s details under wraps.
From the conversations, it’s clear that developers are considering Early Access and beta tests.
More will be unveiled in the coming weeks.
Furthermore, the developer is inviting fans on their development journey.
For any feedback, be sure to join the Discord discussions.
Trailer
False Prophet unveiled the Beast’s official trailer during the Fear Fest 2023.
The video showcases the game’s intense and dark atmosphere and gameplay.
The cutscenes do more than grab your attention.
They also rope your anticipation for this upcoming title.
It leaves you wanting more and works up your appetite.
it’s possible for you to check out the trailer in the video embedded above.
Release Date, Platforms & Editions
Beastis set to launch in 2024.
The game will be available in all languages on PC through Steam (with Steam Deck support).
Moreover, information about special editions is still in the wind for now.
But granted the game’s intensity, there could be more than just the standard edition.
Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.
When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.
