Thirdverse showcases its multiplayer VR Narrative Action JRPG at GDC 2024 in advance of the global release next month.
Thirdverse, a leading VR developer and publisher, today announced that its multiplayer VR Narrative Action JRPG, SOUL COVENANT, will launch on April 18, 2024. Developed by the core team behind the beloved Japanese favorite Action RPG, SOUL SACRIFICE, players will be able to embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of a post-apocalyptic Tokyo in this VR expansion of the franchise. SOUL COVENANT will be available to play on Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest 2, PSVR2, and PCVR platforms for $39.99, and pre-orders with a 10% discount will open March 21.
Pre-Order here: https://www.oculus.com/deeplink/?action=view&path=/app/6613144082114849&ref=oculus_desktop
SOUL COVENANT invites players to delve into a deeply emotional narrative, set against the backdrop of a ravaged Tokyo, humanity’s last bastion against the relentless onslaught of an AI-led genocidal army known as “Deus Ex Machina.” As part of the “Reincarnation Project,” players will embody warriors infused with the memories of past heroes, engaging in an intense struggle for humanity’s survival and the future of Tokyo.
Key Features of SOUL COVENANT include:
- Deep Emotional Storytelling: Immerse yourself in a narrative-driven experience that explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the resilience of the human spirit.
- Intense Hack and Slash Combat: Battle against advanced AI enemies in adrenaline-pumping combat encounters that will test your skills and reflexes to their limits.
- Death and Rebirth Mechanics: Explore the concept of death and rebirth as integral gameplay elements, fueling the intensity of your journey and shaping the fate of Tokyo.
- Multiplayer Experience: Team up with friends in multiplayer mode (1-4 players) and strategize together to overcome the challenges that await.
“We’re thrilled to announce the official release date for SOUL COVENANT and can’t wait to see the response from players,” said Teruyuki Toriyama, Executive Producer of SOUL COVENANT at Thirdverse. “We’re especially proud to reunite with members from the Soul Sacrifice team to pioneer the first authentic JRPG experience in the VR landscape. The game’s intricate narrative, dynamic combat, and the groundbreaking application of VR technology are a testament to the immense effort and passion poured into this project by our incredibly gifted team.”
About Teruyuki Toriyama, Executive Producer of SOUL COVENANT at Thirdverse
After working as a planner and director at major developers and publishers, he joined Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. After that he joined Japan Studio and worked as a producer, planning and producing PlayStation software in collaboration with external developers and internal game creators. His representative works include titles like “SOUL SACRIFICE” and “SOUL SACRIFICE DELTA” for PS Vita, “Bloodborne” and “Bloodborne: The Old Hunters” for PS4, “ASTRO BOT: RESCUE MISSION” and “Déraciné” for PS VR and PS5 launch title “Demon’s Souls“.
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