Game Spotlight: The Prisoning
Gothenburg’s Own Elden Pixels Unveils Anxiety-Themed Adventure
Fletcher’s Inner Battle
Tackling Life’s Curveballs in Pixelated Style
A Game with a Personal Touch
Real-Life Inspiration Behind Fletcher’s Twisted Journey
In a bold move, Elden Pixels just dropped the deets on their latest game, “The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest”. Set to hit PCs and consoles next year, this isn’t your average metroidvania. It’s a deep dive into the psyche of a game dev on the edge, turning stress into a playable, pixel-packed experience.
Enter the Mind Maze: Players step into the boots of Fletcher, a character born from the frazzled brain of our dev. This guy’s a far cry from your typical hero. Picture a 43-year-old, craft beer-sipping, country music-strumming dad, fresh off a divorce. No capes here, just a cowboy hat and a ton of baggage.
A Real-Life Rollercoaster: “The Prisoning” is more than just a game. It’s a journey loosely based on true events. It’s about battling inner demons, facing down mental prisons, and maybe, just maybe, finding a way out.
Choose Your Path: This game throws players into a world of choice. Mars, insane asylums, digital realms – take your pick. It’s all about exploration, snagging unique weapons, and decking out Fletcher with wild upgrades. And the bosses? You can fight ’em or befriend ’em. Your call.
Beyond the Anxiety: While the game packs a metaphorical punch, it’s not all deep and gloomy. If introspection isn’t your thing, skip it. You’re still in for a solid metroidvania experience, complete with slick mechanics, a chipmusic soundtrack that slaps, and enough pixel art to make your eyes pop.
A Quirky Warning: Straight from Mikael Forslind of Elden Pixels – “The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest” ain’t for the peanut-allergic. Yeah, you read that right.
Elden Pixels is serving up a unique blend of emotional depth and metroidvania mechanics with “The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest”. Whether you’re here for the feels or just for the gameplay, this game’s got layers. Stay tuned for more updates as we head towards its release next year.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows
