Explore a brutalist dystopia, slay lost souls and experience the insanity of near-singularity future!
RPG Gamers summaryIn gaming news, the narrative RPG landscape is set to be reshaped by the introduction of the experimental gem, HYPERxFANTASY. This game takes players on a harrowing journey through a brutalist dystopia, offering a unique opportunity to both explore a bizarre, breathtaking dreamscape and guide victims to a digital afterlife. The game’s heralded narrative of hope brings a fresh perspective to the grim inevitability of a technological Singularity—a shocking lie set to change everything.
In HYPERxFANTASY, players traverse a vast brutalist megastructure, either on foot or with a glider. This drastically changes the way gamers engage with the environment and navigate the non-linear storyline. Players work to uncover a deep-rooted conspiracy of Singularity, even as they foster relationships through branching dialogue with their companion and other peculiar inhabitants of the expanse.
One unique feature of this game is its ability to immerse players in swordplay against void creatures, creating a sense of tension further enhanced by unusual gameplay sequences. Moreover, the game dares to examine nuanced concepts through its strong imagery and themes, potentially making some players uncomfortable.
As the Dreamer, players make their way through a concrete brutalist megastructure that seems infinite, dotted with ominous monoliths that create an awe-inspiring eerie atmosphere. Throughout this journey, players encounter enigmatic characters lurking within the concrete sprawl whose actions come to influence the game’s outcome.
One of the key aspects of HYPERxFANTASY is that it offers a glimpse of the Singularity—an event that forces humanity to ascend or perish. This transforms the game into a surreal psychedelic horror mix with the confrontation of humanity with the unknown, in a style reminiscent of H.P. Lovecraft.
Drawing inspiration from robust narratives like Baldur’s Gate 3 and the Mass Effect series, HYPERxFANTASY curates a personal and intimate exploration narrative while maintaining the existential theme resemblant of Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, and other influential games. It focuses on personal discovery, mimicking Black Myth: Wukong and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II’s introspective tones.
HYPERxFANTASY is not just another video game; it is a statement—a testament to the evolution of the RPG genre. Its use of relatable, confrontational, and stark storylines combined with a masterfully built environment seeks to take its place among choice-driven RPGs of the likes of Avowed and Starfield. Even though it’s a more restrained indie take, based on its compelling narrative and thought-provoking themes, it’s sure to appeal to fans of these popular titles.
