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Press release:
New York, October 21, 2020.
The New York-based indie games developer OPTILLUSION and the video games publisher XD Network are today very excited and proud to announce that their unique vignette puzzle adventure game “Moncage” is soon coming to PC via Steam!

And not only that, OPTILLUSION and XD Network has also just announced that they have released a brand-new trailer for “Moncage” as well. So, check it out!

“Moncage” combines unique gameplay through optical illusions and vignette puzzles, and invites players to not only reveal the cube’s secrets, but also the story within. With over 60 puzzles and 50 worlds to explore, players will need to find new perspectives, leverage the illusions and discover the hidden links across each face to unravel its meaning.

Having already received industry-wide recognition, including a “1st Place: Best Gameplay” award from the Intel University Showcase, and an official selection for the PAX Indie Mega Booth showcase, Moncage is set to release worldwide next year.

“We are extremely excited to be working with OPTILLUSION to publish Moncage.” Says XD Network VP, Brandy Wu.

“We knew the developers were special the moment we met them. They not only had an unique vision for this game but also the amazing talent bring that vision to life.”

Key features:
– Blend cube faces to produce unique effects. “Moncage” presents multidimensional world, with lighthouses, factories, and harbors all contained in the cube. Different spaces have different effects, all combining to form a tactile, therapeutic experience.
– Across dimensions: Rotate the cube to see different perspectives and leverage illusions to discover hidden links. Piece the puzzles together and experience miraculous visual effects.
– Revealing the truth: Space and spaces are closely linked, and the fragmented narrative method makes the hidden details more intriguing.
– Players can discover the truth hidden deep within the story.

Moncage can be wishlisted on Steam here. You can request future preview keys via the media contact below.

About OPTILLUSION
OPTILLUSION is a small indie game studio based in New York. As art students and game designers, the development pair have a strong passion for art and games, and they infused this project with their aesthetics and thoughts. Moncage is their first title, and their goal is to offer players an unforgettable experience in the world contained in the cube.

About XD Network
Founded under the principle of helping game developers deserve more, XD Network helped countless indie studios and their games like ICEY and Muse Dash reach the top selling charts. Under the founding principle, XD Network CEO, Dash, also founded the biggest mobile gaming community in China,Taptap, which allows developers to distribute their games with zero revenue share.

Today, XD Network is helping share the best premium games in China with players around the world.