November 15, 2023, is the day to mark on your calendars, gamers. Emberheart Games and Apogee Entertainment are bringing Wizordum, a retro fantasy first-person shooter, to Steam Early Access. This one’s a love letter to the classics like Hexen and Heretic, wrapped in new-gen game mechanics.
Calamitous Chaos Unchained
In the world of Wizordum, the Ancient Seal of Terrabruma has shattered, releasing dark forces into the realm. You step into the boots of a Wizordum mage, one of the last of your kind, and set off on a quest to find the source of this malevolent force. Time to blast your way through spawns of Chaos before they devour the kingdom.
Wizordum Gameplay: More Than Just Pew-Pew
Don’t expect to just spam your magic missiles here. You’ll navigate grim sewers, decaying dungeons, and eerie cemeteries. But that’s not all; the game lets you wield skull-crushing maces and incendiary magic to take down ogres and rats. Oh, and did we mention puzzles? You’ll solve maze-like challenges while speed-running through labyrinthine levels. If that’s not hardcore gaming, we don’t know what is.
Demo Ready to Blast
Hold up, you don’t have to wait until November 15 to dive into the mystical chaos. There’s a demo available right now for all you eager spellcasters out there. Get a taste of the danger-filled dungeons and start prepping for the full adventure.
A Land Teeming with Secrets
Expect to find more than just enemies on your quest. Wizordum has got loot, relics, and other secrets stashed away in every corner. You’ll venture through the Town of Grimbrook and its cobweb-covered hallways, blood-spattered courtyards, and misty harbors. Perfect if you’re the kind of gamer who loves to explore every nook and cranny.
Customization and Community Content
If you’re not content with just playing, Wizordum’s in-game level editor lets you design your own dungeons and episodes. Share your creativity with the community and download custom levels for endless replayability.
Auditory Aesthetics
To set the mood, Wizordum comes with an original soundtrack inspired by ‘90s and 2000s classics like Ultima and Elder Scrolls. There’s even an option for Roland MT-32 mode for that extra nostalgic kick.
From the Dev’s Mouth
Primož Vovk, the brain behind Emberheart Games, said Wizordum combines “old-school maze-like brain teasers with modern comforts.” Sounds like a gamer’s dream come true.
Price and Availability
Ready to spellbind some chaos? Wizordum will set you back $14.99 on Steam when it drops on November 15.
If you’re in it for the FPS nostalgia with a modern twist, Wizordum is one to keep your eye on. Set those calendar reminders, G-LYFE Nation!
Platforms: Microsoft Windows
