Never Grave will be coming as a full version v1.0. This information was submitted by Pocketpair Publishing and developer Frontside 180 Studio. Previously, this game was planned to be released in Early Access format.
Never Grave Gameplay
Never Grave is game 2D with genre Metroidvania and roguelike. Players explore interconnected dungeons with procedurally generated layouts. Each game session will present a dungeon with ever-changing paths and element positions.
While exploring the dungeon, players encounter various enemies that are in possession. Combat uses magic, melee attacks, and interaction with terrain elements. Puzzles are also scattered in some areas and need to be solved to unlock paths or acquire certain items.
The possession system allows players to use cursed hats to take over enemies. The unique abilities possessed by the enemy can be used to help in battle or reach hidden locations.
During exploration, players can find artifacts that provide additional actions, such as the double-jump feature. At the end of the dungeon, there are boss battles that have specific attack patterns and require observation to overcome.
Never Grave Key Features
Some key features Never Grave announced by the developer include:
- Dungeon with Metroidvania design and roguelike elements : The dungeon areas are interconnected and change each time you play so the exploration path is not the same.
- A possession system that uses cursed hats : Players can take over a specific enemy with a hat, then utilize that enemy's unique abilities.
- Village building to rebuild villages : Materials collected in the dungeon are used to clean up ruins, build facilities, and plant crops.
- Cooperative multiplayer mode for up to four players : Players can cooperatively explore the dungeon with three other players online.
- 2D animation using Japanese-style limited animation technique : Characters and objects are created with traditional 2D animations that appear like storybook illustrations.
- Artifacts that add new abilities : Players can find artifacts that grant additional actions, such as double-jump.
- Boss battles with special attack patterns : Each dungeon has a boss that has different attacks and requires a special strategy to overcome.
Multi-Platform Release and Crossplay
The latest information from the developer also includes confirmation of a multi-platform release with support for crossplay features.
Pocketpair Publishing announced that Never Grave will be released on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and Microsoft Store. All platforms support crossplay features so players can play together without device restrictions.
The release date of this game has not yet been announced. More information can be obtained through the website Pocketpair.
Source: PRTIMES
