From games studio A44, makers of Ashen, comes an explosive Souls-lite, where Gods and guns collide in a battle for the future of humanity.
RPG Gamers summaryFlintlock: The Siege of Dawn is the latest game release from games studio A44, the creators behind the successful title ‘Ashen’. This highly anticipated Souls-like game fuses together elements of gunpowder and magic, in an epic battle for the future of humanity.
The game is set in the besieged lands of Kian, where the city of Dawn is on the brink of destruction. Players control Nor Vanek, an elite member of the Coalition army, on a mission to defeat the Gods, close the Door to the Great Below, and retake the world. Accompanying Nor on this journey is Enki, a fox-like companion whose magical powers enhance Nor’s combat and traversal abilities.
Flintlock remains faithful to its Souls-like genre roots but introduces rapid mobility for dynamic and explosive combat. The gameplay encourages rhythmic battles, letting players weave together melee, gunpowder, and magic to create a deadly dance of combos. Nor’s gunpowder abilities provide opportunities for verticality, allowing this lead character to either deal death from above or recover quickly from danger.
The looming danger in the game comes from vengeful Gods who, after being released upon the world, seek to cause chaos and the demise of mankind. Players traverse the devastated landscapes of Kian, utilizing Enki’s magic and the feature of portals to navigate through the skies and confront hordes of undead.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn also encourages players to discover new equipment, fortify weapons and upgrade gear in preparation for the final showdown against the Gods.
The Digital Deluxe Edition of Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn comes with the base game and three customization packs for Nor. These include the Noble Outfit, Champions Outfit, and the Vanguard Outfit.
Overall, Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn promises to be a thrilling experience, weaving together unique combat mechanics, immersive storytelling, and immersive world-building in a fight against the divine. This game is undoubtedly a title to keep a close eye on.