Halloween’s got a new companion this year! Fictiorama Studios, in collaboration with AMC Games, is rolling out their indie narrative strategy title, The Fabulous Fear Machine. Trading in comic book art vibes that scream 1950s pulp horror, this one’s all about manipulating the masses with myth, conspiracy, and scary stories. The game is up for grabs with a 15% launch discount, priced at $17.99 USD on Steam, GOG.com, and The Epic Games Store.
Scare Tactics: Master the Machine Across Global Chapters
The game goes full-on globe-trotter with its single-player campaign, which aims to turn hysteria into a playable experience. Players will find themselves in control of different Masters of the Machine, each guiding their own story chapters. These twisted plots range from conquering the pharmaceutical world in Eurasia to fumbling through local politics as a small-town insurance salesman, and even indulging in televangelism capers in the Americas. If taking a jab at the big-wigs of today’s world is your jam, The Fabulous Fear Machine is your playground.
The Art of Fearmongering: Mechanics Unveiled
As if the narrative wasn’t spicy enough, the game kicks it up a notch with its card mechanic called Legends. These cards are not just fillers; they encapsulate urban myths, folk tales, and conspiracy theories designed to trap the minds of the masses. Players aiming to power up their fear seed will need to evolve these Legends, juggling resource management while making educated choices rooted in horror lore.
Devs Weigh In: Fictiorama Studios Talk Game Goals
Luis Oliván, co-founder of Fictiorama Studios, spilled some behind-the-scenes tea. According to him, blending narrative mechanics with elements like strategy, cards, resource management, tabletop mechanics, and comic books made the game’s development both challenging and fun. The studio’s high hopes rest on players digging the game as much as they loved creating it.
AMC Celebrates Spooky Narratives: VP Clayton Neuman Chimes In
AMC’s VP of Games & Franchise, Clayton Neuman, couldn’t resist adding his two cents. He expressed immense pride in the partnership with Fictiorama and emphasized that The Fabulous Fear Machine aims to explore how urban legends can creep under our skin. It’s more than just a game; it’s a study into the psychology of fear, especially designed to spook you out this Halloween season.
So, ready to master the art of fear this Halloween? Dive into The Fabulous Fear Machine and unleash the weaver of terrifying tales in you!
Platforms: Microsoft Windows
