Hilltop Studios, partnering with Versus Evil, just dropped a new Dev Diary video for their hotly anticipated narrative puzzle adventure, Lil’ Guardsman. The video, titled “Everyone Has a Story,” features insights from the studio’s key players: co-founder and game director Artiom Komarov, co-founder and creative director Scott Christian, and writer & game designer Matt Bernard. Keeping it as spoiler-free as they can, the devs offer a window into their thought process, character development, and narrative influence.
Whimsical Yet Serious: A Glimpse into Lil’ Guardsman’s Narrative Elements
“Everyone Has a Story” isn’t just some catchy title—it’s a core theme in Lil’ Guardsman. Players will find themselves in the shoes of a young girl, temporarily filling in for her dad’s position as the head castle guardsman. The game teases strong storytelling through its unique cast of characters, each with their own reasons for wanting to gain entry into the kingdom.
What Awaits Gamers: Platforms and Gameplay Mechanics
Gear up, because Lil’ Guardsman is gearing for a multiplatform release. Slated to hit PC, Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox Series consoles later this year, the game draws its inspiration from classic point-and-click adventures and marries it with the mechanics of Papers, Please. Sounds like a hoot, right?
Interrogate to Investigate: Gameplay Mechanics Unveiled
In Lil’ Guardsman, you’ll encounter an assortment of quirky characters knocking on the kingdom’s door. Your job? Figure out their real agenda. The gameplay calls for clever dialogue and skillful use of an investigative toolbox to decide who gets a free pass into the castle. You’ll need to make choices carefully; consequences could range from trivial to earth-shattering, impacting Lil’s castle and family.
More Info at Your Fingertips: Steam Wishlist Alert
For those itching for more, the game’s Steam page is up and ready for your wishlist adds.
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Xbox Series X|S, Mac Operating Systems
