Vessels of Decay is a retro-inspired action-adventure game developed by Simon Jakobsson and Aurora Punks, with publishing handled by Headup. Its official trailer premiered on during The MIX | Kinda Funny Spring Showcase spotlighting its unique blend of pixel-art aesthetics and post-apocalyptic storytelling. The game is slated for release in 2025 across multiple platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and GOG.
The game plunges you into a post-apocalyptic Scandinavia, where civilization has crumbled, and nature has reclaimed the ruins along with something more sinister. Ancient creatures from Scandinavian myth and folklore have awakened, roaming the land amidst the decay. The narrative follows siblings Freja and Mud as they navigate this overgrown, monster-infested world.
Combat is a standout feature, offering you freedom in how you dispatch enemies. You can stagger foes to set up unique, flashy finishers. The handcrafted pixel-art world is built for discovery, with every scene and environment designed to draw you into its haunting beauty. Multi-stage encounters with folklore-inspired beasts require both reflexes and strategy, pushing you to adapt as these creatures refuse to go down easily.
A public playtest is live on Steam, open to anyone who requests access, showing confidence in community feedback to refine the experience.
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