Game Release Details
Indie developer Hoochoo Game Studios, in collaboration with publisher Digerati, announced the upcoming release of their game No Umbrellas Allowed on Nintendo Switch, set for 5th April. The game will retail for $19.99 USD. The availability of the game on PlayStation and Xbox platforms will be confirmed at a future date. The game has been previously released on PC.
Game Setting and Mechanics
No Umbrellas Allowed is set in a dystopian future in Ajik City, where the administration of a drug called ‘Fixer’ through rainfall suppresses the population’s emotions. In this setting, the player becomes the manager of Darcy’s, a renowned second-hand shop. The gameplay revolves around appraising, buying, and selling items while navigating the economic and social challenges of a city where greed is punishable. Players are assisted by a robot named HUE in their day-to-day operations.
Gameplay Features
The game features various mechanics such as evaluation, haggling, and reputation management. Players must assess the value of items brought into the shop, ranging from common to rare, and negotiate prices to ensure profitability while maintaining customer satisfaction. Success in these activities enhances the shop’s reputation, attracting more clientele. However, players must also be cautious of the overarching narrative, where owning umbrellas is illegal due to their protection against the drug-laden rain, and any found must be surrendered to the AVAC authorities.
Engagement and Availability
Press and content creators looking to cover No Umbrellas Allowed can request a review copy through the designated link. The game’s narrative and mechanics offer a unique blend of simulation and story-driven gameplay, set against a backdrop of a controlled, futuristic society.
Overview and Release Information
No Umbrellas Allowed on Nintendo Switch invites players to manage a second-hand shop in a controlled dystopian environment, blending elements of simulation, strategy, and narrative into a cohesive gaming experience.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Mac Operating Ssytems
