Rock Pocket Games and Lav Games two game developers have revealed Somber Echoes, a Metroidvania game that blends elements, from mythology and science fiction horror. In this game players assume the role of Adrestia who embarks on the abandoned Astromitos spacecraft to prevent their sister Harmonia from causing chaos in the universe. Somber Echoes offers an suspenseful journey across space and time with its backdrop and enigmatic storyline.
Within Somber Echoes players will navigate corridors and shadowy chambers of the Astromitos while battling monsters and unraveling the ships tragic past. Taking cues from games like Dead Space combat in this game centers around Adrestias sword skills complemented by supernatural powers to confront twisted creatures, in intense confined spaces.
A Blend of Genres
Drawing inspiration, from sci fi and horror video games Somber Echoes incorporates the side scrolling exploration and skill based progression of Metroidvania games. Players will acquire abilities to unlock inaccessible areas of the spaceship and unravel its enigmas. The game also integrates elements and characters from tragedy adding a literary touch to its dystopian sci fi storyline. With its blend of genres the game strives to offer an experience within the popular Metroidvania genre.
Somber Echoes is currently being developed for Windows PC via Steam. Although an official release date has not been announced yet enthusiasts of Metroidvania and sci fi horror games can anticipate a journey in this promising title that combines Greek mythology with science fiction elements. Only time will reveal the secrets awaiting players, aboard the Astromitos spacecraft in Somber Echoes.