Game Overview: Bahnsen Knights Hits PC
Bahnsen Knights, the fresh visual novel sensation, is revving up PCs today. This third installment in the Pixel Pulps anthology combines the thrill of early 20th-century pulp fiction and ’80s home computer aesthetics. Fans of horror and pixel art, gear up for this release on Steam & GOG. Console gamers, mark your calendars: the apocalyptic drive hits Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One on January 18, 2024.
High-Octane Storyline: Infiltrate the Cult
The game takes you on a wild ride into the world of the Bahnsen Knights, a car-obsessed cult wreaking havoc on highways amidst biblical storms. Led by the charismatic ex-car salesman Toni, these cultists are not your typical Sunday drivers. As Boulder, an undercover agent, players will navigate this treacherous terrain, seeking to dismantle the cult and solve the mystery of his missing partner, Cupra.
Gameplay Dynamics: Choices and Challenges
Bahnsen Knights is more than just a visual novel; it’s an interactive adventure packed with minigames, puzzles, and branching storylines. Your choices as Boulder will determine the fate of your mission. Will you gain the cult’s trust, or will you be led to one of the many grisly ends awaiting the unwary?
Pixel Pulps Anthology: A Retro Thrill Ride
As part of the Pixel Pulps series, Bahnsen Knights stands out with its unique storytelling and visual style. Whether you’re a newcomer or a fan of Mothmen 1966 and Varney Lake, there’s something chillingly captivating about this 2-hour tale. Get ready to reunite with paranormal investigator Lou Hill – but don’t be too shocked to find out why he’s trapped in a trunk!
Developer’s Insight: A Tale of Human Horror
Shintaro Kanaoya, the brain behind Chorus Worldwide, emphasizes the human element in Bahnsen Knights. Unlike the usual cryptids and vampires, this game explores the darker side of the human psyche, unveiling horrors that rival any mythical creature.
Availability and Pricing: Get It Now
Available today on PC and Mac via Steam and GOG for $9.99 / €8.99 / £8.49, Bahnsen Knights supports English, Spanish, German, French, and Japanese languages. Snag it with a 10% launch discount and look out for additional deals as part of the Pixel Pulps bundle on digital storefronts. Console versions are set to join the fleet in January 2024.
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows
