Press release:
Prague, Czech Republic – April 03, 2023.
The Prague-based (Czech Republic) indie games publisher Fulqrum Publishing and Phoenix-based (Arizona, The US) indie games developer Terminist Arcade, are today very glad and excited to announce that their old-school sci-fi horror FPS “HYPERVIOLENT” is coming to PC Early Access (via Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store + other digital stores) on April 6th, 2023.
Inspired by classic sprite-based 3D games from the 90s, HYPERVIOLENT sees players stranded on Commodus Asteroid 27-C, a remote asteroid-based mining colony clenched in the jaws of violence. Stranded and surrounded by monstrous foes, they must take the violence to the next level, obliterating their foes as they seek an answer to the madness engulfing the colony, and uncover the secrets of the evil hidden deep within the dark, claustrophobic mines of the asteroid.
“HYPERVIOLENT” features an extensive array of guns and melee weapons that can be dual-wielded in nearly endless combinations. However, players are far from an invincible action hero; careful resource management and a keen eye are paramount to survival, for enemies can – and will – ambush them when they least expect it.
During the Early Access period, HYPERVIOLENT’s single-player campaign will grow, adding segments featuring completely different gameplay experiences, and upon full release, the game will introduce Multiplayer support for up to 30 players alongside a variety of thrilling game modes.
At launch players can experience the first five intensely, atmospheric levels (approximately 4-5 hours of gameplay), and wield 12 weapons as they take on ten varied enemy types and two challenging boss encounters.
The current planned Early Access roadmap is as follows:
Early Access Update #1
Level 6
Low Gravity mechanic
4 new weapons
2 new enemies
1 new boss
Neural-Implant Possession Mechanic
Early Access Update #2
Level 7
2 new weapons
4 new enemies
6 Degrees of Freedom spaceship flying mechanic, including some sections where the player may leave their ship for a period of time.
Full Release
Levels 8 – 11
6 new weapons
Full localization
Coop multiplayer for up to 4 players
PvP multiplayer modes
Various optimization and quality of life improvements
HYPERVIOLENT FEATURES:
Gorgeous 3D / Pixel Hybrid Explore the rich environments of the I.E.C. Commodus station and paint them with viscera, rendered in a combination of classic low-poly 3D, and hand-crafted 1990s pixel art aesthetic.
Intense horror atmosphere Feel the dread of exploring the dark, claustrophobic corridors of an asteroid mine, stranded deep in space. Nobody can help you, nobody can save you, nobody can hear you scream.
Brutal combat Dual-wield more than 20 unique ranged and melee weapons to obliterate insane and monstrous enemies, but don’t get cocky – manage your resources, you don’t want to run out of ammo in a bossfight…
RPG / FPS mechanics Manage your inventory, upgrade weapons, interact with NPCs, & peruse through computer data logs to further your mission in this exciting, authentically nostalgic experience.
Use the environment to your advantage Utilise switches, computer terminals, keycards & other control mechanisms to navigate the labyrinthian station and manipulate your environment.
HYPERVIOLENT will launch into PC Early Access on April 6 via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG.com. Wishlist it today.
For more information, visit the official Fulqrum Publishing website or follow on Facebook, Twitter and/or Steam.
About Fulqrum Publishing
Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, that includes both in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing has successfully launched over 100 game titles including the critically acclaimed series – King’s Bounty, Men of War and Space Rangers. Recent releases include such games as Ancestors Legacy, Deep Sky Derelicts, Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark, Forgive Me Father, & more
About Terminist Arcade
Terminist Arcade is an independent game studio made up of talented creators from across the globe. We are storytellers, artists, worldbuilders, people dedicated to creating profound gaming experiences. We make games, and we like to think we’re pretty good at what we do.
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Jonas “O.J” Ek
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