Into The Unwell: New Indie Game Revealed at Summer Game Fest
Summer Game Fest is in full swing, bringing with it a slew of updates on highly anticipated titles. However, amidst the excitement, some smaller yet remarkable announcements have flown under the radar. One such revelation is Into The Unwell, a debut title from Swedish indie studio She Was Such A Good Horse. According to Gaming Bible, the game has caught the attention of gamers and industry insiders alike with its unique blend of gameplay and quirky charm.
The studio behind Into The Unwell may be new, but the game boasts the support of successful publisher Coffee Stain Publishing, known for bringing us hits like Valheim and Deep Rock Galactic. As reported by Gaming Bible, Into The Unwell is a co-op action roguelite set in a surreal cartoon world inspired by the 1930s rubber hose art style. The game promises to bring a fresh twist to the action roguelite genre, eschewing traditional hack-and-slash gameplay for a whack-and-slash mechanic.
In Into The Unwell, players can take on the roles of various absurd characters, battling through a cartoon fever dream filled with "eccentric anthropomorphic enemies." The game supports solo, duo, or trio play, and features a character unlock system, new "unorthodox" weapons, and Talent Stars that can be used to unleash strange powers. As Gaming Bible notes, the game’s Early Access launch on Steam is imminent, although a specific release date has not been confirmed.
Mårten Stockhaus, co-founder of She Was Such A Good Horse, expressed his excitement about the game’s reveal, stating, "It feels surreal to finally share Into the Unwell with the world. This game is a celebration of our quirks, flaws, and the strange humour that keeps us going. The blend of platforming, action roguelite, and co-op gameplay reflects our vision of turning the absurd into something unique and enjoyable. We’re beyond excited for players to experience the madness with their friends."
In the lead-up to the game’s Early Access launch, players can sample Into The Unwell for free on PC via a closed beta on Steam. By registering interest on the game’s Steam page, players can gain access to a download file for the beta build. Gaming Bible reports that the game’s developers are eager to receive feedback from players and make any necessary adjustments before the full release.
The game’s publisher, Coffee Stain Publishing, has a reputation for supporting innovative and offbeat titles. Their involvement in Into The Unwell is a testament to the game’s potential and the team’s vision. As Gaming Bible notes, the game has all the ingredients of a hit, and fans of action roguelites and co-op games would do well to keep an eye on its development.
As the gaming community continues to buzz with excitement over Into The Unwell, Gaming Bible will be keeping a close eye on the game’s progress and providing updates on its release date. With its unique blend of gameplay, quirky charm, and talented development team, Into The Unwell is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing titles of the year.
