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Life goes on.
People go on dates.
They sit around the dinner table and enjoy a heartfelt meal.
Perhaps pop some corn and watch a movie till bedtime.
But imagine if the end of the world was nigh.
I doubt itll happen at the same time everywhere.
You could be going on with daily life while chaos breaks out in other parts of the world.
HeresEternights: Everything We Know.
What is Eternights?
Eternightsis an upcoming dating action game from the indie game developer and publisher, Studio Sai.
Its definitely an exciting venture to add to the gaming space.
Who knew dating andhackNslashcould blend to create a dating action game?
The protagonist (you) gets wind of dating apps, thanks to your best friend Chani.
So, he goes out on dates with an interesting skew of characters.
Theres Yuna, a kind, reserved girl who doesnt hesitate to help others.
Even though her attempts often end up making things worse.
Min, on the other hand, is a sweet, shy girl.
She does push through her anxiety and goes for what she wants in the long run.
Shes smart and tenacious.
Five total potential dates, each with unique characteristics.
Who will you choose?
Meanwhile, a mysterious infection breaks out and spreads fast all around the world.
People get infected and eaten.
To keep track of the story,Eternightswill have several fully 2D animated cutscenes.
Each cutscene will vary depending on the character you choose to date, which can also encourage replayability.
Overall,Eternightspromises an immersive experience with authentic connections between characters.
It also sounds pretty enticing, juggling between dating and adrenaline-driven combat.
InEternights, youre either playing the hero or getting to know five quirky characters a lot more.
Each character has a unique story.
Exploring them unlocks special skills and spells that come in handy in battle.
Resources are scarce, too, so you have to scavenge for supplies to survive the apocalypse.
At some points, youll have no other choice but to explore the treacherous dungeons called the Wall.
Mysteries and danger lurk in every corner.
Traps, puzzles, and dancing minigames will pop up at random.
All along, the clock is ticking with a time limit for each gameplay element.
it’s possible for you to always train with your companions to grow stronger.
And even bring them with you to battle.
Based on their personalities and backstories, they may have motives that work in your favor or against you.
Its clear from the gameplays description that there are a lot of moving parts to be expected in Eternights.
All of these will possibly amp the ante for competitive players, resulting in a deeply engaging experience.
Or, the gameplay may succumb to the pressure and break.
Lets wait and see.
Development
Indie game developer, Studio Sai, is currently working onEternights.
They have released a trailer showing glimpses of the story and gameplay.
As well as a demo available during the BitSummit event in Kyoto, Japan.
It seemsEternightsis the first game of the dating action kind with the most recognition.
So, theres definitely a lot of pressure to do a solid job.
Then, a mysterious infection breaks out, infecting people and turning them into cannibal monsters.
Yet even amid the chaos, your date still awaits your arrival on time.
Release Date, Platforms & Editions
Its official,Eternightsis launching on September 21, 2023.
The game will release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC platforms viaSteamandEpic Games Store.
For now, we have confirmation of two editions currently available for pre-order viaSteam.
Feel free to joinEternights official Twitter handlehereto keep track of new updates.
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.
