Ironwood Studios, a prominent Seattle-based game developer, has exciting news for gaming enthusiasts worldwide. The studio has officially partnered with Kepler Interactive, a renowned publisher, to release their highly-anticipated debut title, Pacific Drive. With the game set to launch later this year, Ironwood Studios recently unveiled an enthralling behind-the-scenes look at the making of this thrilling driving survival adventure during the Future Games Show.
The Genesis of Pacific Drive
In the captivating video showcased at the Future Games Show, Alexander Dracott, the Head of Ironwood Studios and Creative Director of Pacific Drive, shares how his lifelong passion for road trips around the Pacific Northwest served as the inspiration behind the game. Alex, along with other talented members of the Ironwood team, delves into the creative process that brought Pacific Drive’s unique first-person, run-based driving survival gameplay to life.
An Exciting Partnership
Ironwood Studios is thrilled to have partnered with Kepler Interactive to publish Pacific Drive. The collaboration with Kepler Interactive aligns perfectly with Ironwood Studios’ vision and working style. Alexander Dracott expresses his excitement, stating, “We’re incredibly excited to share that we’ve partnered with Kepler Interactive to release Pacific Drive. Their unique approach to how they work with developers is a great fit for Ironwood Studios, and we’re looking forward to sharing more together soon.”
Embark on a Surreally Dangerous Journey
Pacific Drive invites players into a run-based driving survival adventure, brimming with supernatural dangers, within the Olympic Exclusion Zone. Armed with only their trusty car, players will navigate a surreal and anomaly-filled reimagining of the Pacific Northwest. They must establish a base of operations in an abandoned garage, dedicating their efforts to researching new parts to upgrade and maintain their trusty station wagon. As players venture deeper into the Zone, they will gather precious resources and investigate the remnants left behind, unraveling the secrets required for survival in this unpredictable and hostile environment.
Platforms and Release
Fans eagerly anticipating Pacific Drive will be delighted to know that the game is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5 and PC (available through Steam and the Epic Games Store) in 2023.
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Microsoft Windows
