In 2023, the wondrous journey aboard the Nautilus begins! Together with developer Gametopia, we are happy to tell you 'Don your scuba gear and metal detector because it’s time to unlock the mysteries of Atlantis' once and for all in Verne: The Shape of Fantasy, a pixel art adventure game coming to Steam in 2023.
Verne: The Shape of Fantasy shakes up the puzzle platform genre with an adventure based on one of the most epic tales ever told.
Verne: The Shape of Fantasy is a narrative-driven experience based on the real-life works by Jules Verne, the author most famous for novels like Journey to the Center of the Earth, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, and Around the World in Eighty Days. Leveraging Verne’s one-of-a-kind storytelling and science fiction prowess, The Shape of Fantasy delivers a magical gameplay journey where you will encounter many friends, villains, and deep-sea monsters of legend.
Watch the Verne: The Shape of Fantasy announcement trailer now:
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About Verne: The Shape of Fantasy
Set in an alternate 1888, the war against the dreadful “Nation” has reached its breaking point, devastating the world of Hemera. Aboard the mighty Nautilus, Jules Verne, Captain Nemo, and the courageous crew struggle to uncover the secrets of Atlantis, the fabled utopia that faced mass destruction from the very power source Verne and his crew aim to locate: the Flame of Hephaestus.
“Jules Verne’s fantastic novels and their impact have transcended decades, and we’re thrilled to honor these incredible tales by reimagining them as interactive experiences where players can decide what happens next,” said Diego Adrada, CEO and Lead Developer at Gametopia. “It’s amazing what a little imagination can do, and we’re eager to see what kind of adventures are able to unfold in their search for Atlantis.”
Features of Verne: The Shape of Fantasy:
- Tool Master: Discover and master the “IMAG,” an ancient Atlantean device allowing Verne to rewrite his story and change the fate of the adventure
- We’ve Got Company: Non-linear dialogues create a robust cast of characters in a thrilling story that reflects the human ability to imagine and tell larger-than-life stories
- Unlock Atlantis One Puzzle at a Time: Utilize side-scrolling gameplay, inspired by old-school adventure games where solving puzzles and exploring every inch of your surroundings is key to success
- No Ruin Left Unturned: Journey through a steampunk-esque world brought to life by detailed pixel art, told through a wide range of environments from the Nautilus’ dark corridors to ancient Atlantean ruins
- Historically Accurate: Enjoy an easy-to-follow narrative that leverages true-to-life information about Jules Verne’s life and world-famous works
Verne: The Shape of Fantasy is available to wishlist on Steam, with a planned release set for 2023.
A free demo is now available to play on Steam — try the game now!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1424600/Verne_The_Shape_of_Fantasy/
