Prepare yourselves for the first-time ever playable, hugely popular local favorite, The Eternal Life of Goldman! Slated for release in 2025, it’s looking like a thrilling combination of roguelite elements and multiplayer platforming. Developed by a team of talented creators, the game will feature an impressive lineup of composers known for their work on popular titles.
The Eternal Return of Goldman will come to Steam in late 2023! Players will have the opportunity to experience its ground-breaking gameplay in advance of its official launch. A free demo just released, giving players a first look at the game’s captivating mechanics. The plot centers around a character tasked with repaying his debts using only an ATM and a slot machine, creating intriguing gameplay opportunities.
The game is even more notable, not only for its incredible genre-smashing premise, but for its all-star cast of composers. Kevin Penkin, known for his work on acclaimed projects like Star Wars: Visions and Made in Abyss, brings his expertise to the soundtrack. Alongside him, Mason Lieberman contributes his talents, having previously worked on Overwatch 2 and Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical.
Pete Lepley, a veteran of intense visual artistry also as Wargroove and Sky Rogue cometh aboard. Adding to that incredible staff is Yasunori Nishiki, known for his work on Octopath Traveler and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Their collective efforts will go a long way in raising the bar with game audio, both technically and creatively.
The gameplay itself mixes the creativity and rewarding complexity of city building with chaotic, competitive, colorful, high-speed platforming races for up to eight players. On top of that, a battle royale-like mechanic brings in an “ever-shrinking ring of fire,” adding even more layers of strategy and competition.
The developers describe the game as “a disaster extraction survival with arcade elements,” indicating a dynamic experience that will challenge players in multiple ways. Against this active, real-world backdrop, players will go on an action-packed journey. Along the way, they’ll be joined by Ezekiel, a fiercely loyal young bishop of the god Sheol. His mission is to recover the sacred Malkora. While carrying out his plan, he seeks to rid Antioch of heretics, making for some complex and compelling storytelling in the game.
Eternal Life of Goldman offers thrilling solo and multiplayer adventures. All of these fun, inviting experiences promise to appeal to an enormous universe of potential players. The combination of its innovative gameplay mechanics and a compelling storyline positions it as one of the most exciting upcoming titles in the gaming industry.