Magin: The Rat Project Stories launches April 29
Side-scrolling adventure deckbuilder dated.
Side-scrolling adventure deckbuilder Magin: The Rat Project Stories will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam on April 29 for $19.99, publisher Daedalic Entertainment and developer The Rat Project announced.
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series pre-orders are available now, and Switch pre-orders will open on April 1. A $29.99 “Essence Edition” is also available, which includes a digital comic book, additional video effects for cards, a digital art book, the original soundtrack, the story of “Essence” and its usage, and the supporter main menu.
Here is an overview of the game, via Daedalic Entertainment:
About
Magin: The Rat Project Stories takes place in a dark fantasy world, where magic—or essence, as it is called—is directly tied to the desires and fears of its inhabitants.
Shape the fate of Elester, a Magin and veteran hitman in an underworld syndicate, as well as young Tolen, who is about to realize that he too can use the essence to his advantage.
Step into a mature, magical world standing on the edge of an industrial revolution and utter chaos.
Overcome obstacles, play your cards wisely, and find your destiny in this immersive, story-driven adventure.
Key Features
- Adventure Game
- Explore atmospheric and mysterious locations by investigating the environment, and interacting with items.
- Battle horrific creatures and meet numerous complex characters – potential allies or foes.
- The Essence Mechanic
- Manage your essence by utilizing emotions, both in combat and during exploration.
- The emotional state of your character influences the story and various gameplay mechanics.
- Branching Storyline
- Immerse yourself in a cold and harsh fantasy world where medieval culture is confronted with the invention of industrial, magic-powered machines, and the forces that seek to control them.
- Follow the main characters on their journey of lost and redeemed hope and decide its outcome based on your choices.
- Card System Mechanics
- Manage and upgrade your deck as the story progresses.
- Gain special cards from story choices and defeated enemies.
- Craft unique double-sided, emotion-infused essence cards fitting your strategy.
Watch a new trailer below.