A Neo-Victorian Adventure Awaits
Gamers, mark your calendars! Coin Operated Games is dropping its latest Neo-Victorian RPG, Empyre: Earls of the Deep Earth, on PC via Steam this March 12, 2024. Crafted by a squad of gaming industry vets hailing from giants like Crytek, Creative Assembly, Codemasters, and Digital Reality, this top-down isometric RPG transports players to an alternate version of China in the year 1899.
Empyre: Earls of the Deep Earth is not just any RPG; it’s the grand finale of the Empyre series, steeped in a Neo-Victorian era aesthetic. Players will navigate the story of a protagonist grappling with total memory loss, journeying through mysterious, dark realms on a quest to confront the elusive Elias – a nefarious figure behind the amnesia. The game invites players to uncover the secrets of an exotic, shadow-enshrouded land and to fight to bring light back to an imperiled empire.
Crafting an Authentic Neo-Victorian China
The creation of this enthralling world was no small feat. To ensure the portrayal of China was both authentic and fitting for the Empyre series’ setting, Coin Operated Games enlisted the expertise of Stefano Tsai, known for his work on Thor: Love & Thunder and His Dark Materials. This collaboration aimed to accurately integrate Chinese culture and nuances into the game’s Neo-Victorian universe.
Stefano Tsai shared his enthusiasm for the project, emphasizing the team’s dedication to getting the cultural aspects “just right.” John Randall, the Creative Director of EMPYRE, echoed this sentiment, acknowledging the complexity of integrating Chinese culture into the game and the invaluable role Tsai played in this endeavor.
A Journey Into the Deep Earth
As Empyre: Earls of the Deep Earth prepares for its Steam debut, it promises to deliver an immersive RPG experience rich with cultural depth and a captivating storyline. This final installment is not just a game; it’s an invitation to explore a dark, alternative past and to carve out a future for an empire cloaked in mystery. Gear up, gamers – an unforgettable journey into the deep earth awaits.
