From Moon Studios, the award-winning developers of Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps comes No Rest for the Wicked, a visceral, precision Action RPG set to reinvent the genre.
RPG Gamers summaryMoon Studios, the acclaimed creators behind Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, recently unveiled No Rest for the Wicked—an ambitious, viscerally engaging Action RPG, they’re hoping will redefine the genre.
Set in the year 841, No Rest for the Wicked spins a complex narrative filled with political intrigue, religious ambition, and widespread distress. The death of King Harol and the rise of his inexperienced son, Magnus, sparks a chain of events that pits various factions against each other. The reappearance of the Pestilence, a vile plague, further complicates matters, infecting and transforming its victims into fearsome monstrosities.
As a Cerim, a member of a cadre of mystical warriors, players must navigate this turbulent scenario, committed to eradicating the Pestilence regardless of personal cost. This mission is made more challenging by the burgeoning chaos and the complicated affairs of the beleaguered people inhabiting the ravaged land.
No Rest for the Wicked integrates a demanding combat system, compelling players to be strategic and deliberate with their actions. The assortment of weapon-specific move sets and the possibility to enchant your tools of war with runes adds depth and customization to the gameplay.
The game takes place in the beautifully crafted world of Isola Sacra. Each corner of the picturesque setting comes alive thanks to the studio’s meticulous attention to detail and striking art style. From peaceful landscapes bathed in soft sunlight to dark eerie passages coated in corruption, each part of Isola Sacra presents unique problems, sights, and secrets to uncover. The expansive world extends to the town of Sacrament, offering players the chance to buy properties, engage in activities like farming and fishing, interact with local townspeople, and make the town their own.
A prominent feature in No Rest for the Wicked is the online co-op mode where players can invite up to three friends to experience the campaign together. The bustling activities, potent villains, and every square foot of Isola Sacra can be explored collectively, providing a shared experience with friends.
Moon Studios is offering an Early Access Purchase Reward for those keen on getting a head start in this world of chaos and redemption. The game’s release date, however, still remains under wraps. Given the studio’s previous achievements, No Rest for the Wicked is shaping up to be a refined and immersive experience with layers of intrigue and a combative edge.
