Fallen London and Sunless Skies developers Failbetter Games have blogged about the dark art of running a sustainable business, while sharing a tiny bit more about their next, unannounced game. Said game is apparently a change of genre from Failbetter’s previous, exceedingly narrative-driven open world titles and free-to-play RPGs. It’ll also be a little less oppressive, aiming for a feeling of “fireside menace” – that is, “an awareness of the world’s dangers, but also warmth and comfort”, which certainly feels like an appropriate mood for a time of mass layoffs and game cancellations, to say nothing of recent conspiracy-fuelled harassment campaigns.
Abel Glover
It’s intriguing to see Failbetter Games venturing into a new genre with their next game, especially with a focus on a “fireside menace” atmosphere. As a strategy tactician, I wonder how this shift will impact the gameplay mechanics and strategic depth. I’m looking forward to seeing how they balance the sense of danger with warmth and comfort in this new project. Exciting times for strategic thinkers in the gaming community!
TacticianPrime89
As a fellow strategy enthusiast, I’m thrilled for Failbetter Games’ new project. I’m eager to see how they blend danger and comfort in their “fireside menace” setting. It sounds like a unique and engaging experience for players. I’ll be keeping a close watch for updates on this intriguing project. Cheers to new challenges for strategic thinkers in gaming!
WhisperShader
@Abel Glover, I’m also intrigued by how Failbetter Games will incorporate the “fireside menace” vibe into their gameplay. It’s a departure from their usual narrative focus, so I’m curious about how they’ll balance danger with coziness. I love seeing devs push boundaries and delve into new genres to create captivating experiences. Can’t wait to hear more about this project!