Oh boy, have you heard the latest? Maximum Entertainment teamed up with Blue Manchu Games to spill the beans on Wild Bastards. It’s this new game, a standalone successor to Void Bastards. Picture this: a first-person shooter roguelike. You’re hopping through sectors and planets that the computer thinks up on the fly. And guess what? Each spot has its own vibe, with different terrains and weather to keep you on your toes.
Now, let’s dive into the juicy bits. The game’s got this band of misfits, the Bastards. Picture the worst lawbreakers you can, and you’re halfway there. Their story’s a bit of a bummer, though. All but two get wiped out by this stick-in-the-mud tycoon, Jebediah Chaste. But then, plot twist! A thinking, feeling spaceship named The Drifter swoops in to save the day. Talk about a close call, right?
Oh, and about the video thing. If you’re itching to catch a glimpse of Wild Bastards in action, you’ll need a browser that’s up to snuff with HTML5 video. Just a heads-up, some of the formats might throw a fit and not play ball. And, uh, there’s this tiny hiccup where not everyone can jump into the fun. You gotta punch in your birthday to get past the gatekeeper. It’s all about ticking boxes for GameSpot’s rules and keeping things on the up-and-up, privacy-wise. So, if you’re cool with that, hit ‘enter’ and you’re golden.
Now, where were we? Ah, right. The gameplay. So, as you’re gallivanting across the galaxy, you can bump into 13 different characters ripe for recruiting. Each one’s a unique snowflake with their own gear, moves, and a dash of personality. Plus, you get to play matchmaker and help these characters get along, which is pretty neat. As you’re making friends and blasting enemies, you can swap characters on the fly to mix things up with their special moves. And keep an eye out for goodies scattered around that can give you a leg up, like turning invincible for a hot minute.
After you’ve had your fill of the main story, there’s this Challenge Mode that cranks up the heat with extra twists to test your mettle. GameSpot’s got a review of Void Bastards, the predecessor, and they’re all praises. They’re talking about how it’s a blast to jump from ship to ship, taking down baddies with a mix of strategies. Plus, scavenging for upgrades makes you feel like a total powerhouse. They reckon it’s a shooter that’s as fun to play as it is easy on the eyes.
So, there you have it. Wild Bastards sounds like a wild ride, doesn’t it? Can’t wait to see how it turns out!
