XXX Nightshift is a brand new sci-fi detective RPG from Darkish Math Video games – one other new studio based by former Disco Elysium builders

A bunch of former members of the unique improvement group of RPG darling Disco Elysium have right now revealed their first new title below a brand new UK studio: XXX Nightshift. No, you’re not getting deja vu – this actually has occurred twice in in the future, with this reveal following sizzling on the heels of the announcement of Longdue, one other indie studio from former Disco staffers.

Darkish Math Video games’ first title can be a single-player science-fiction RPG that guarantees vital depth and distinctive mechanics.

XXX Nightshift sees gamers dropped into the function of ‘Patrol Operative’ Dinorah Katz within the yr 2086. Katz is stranded at a luxurious ski resort in Antarctica – trapped alongside a large number of characters. You’ll be fixing circumstances and dealing with companions to function play and unravel the mysteries of the resort and its inhabitants.

You’ll be interrogating suspects, participating in sci-fi world-bending mechanics, and making an entire lot of story-altering selections.

“Moreover to innovating the standard RPG mechanics, we’ll convey one thing contemporary to the desk,” says Darkish Math Video games co-founder Timo Albert. “And naturally, a number of much less phrases. And some extra bullets, maybe. In complete: lot extra enjoyable.”

This studio is the most recent aspect to come back out of fallout of the rancid vibes surrounding Disco Elysium’s developer, ZA/UM – a tangled mess of briefing, counter-briefing, and horrid tales. After key figures stormed out of the studio it appeared the writing was on the wall – however from these ashes come new studios, the most recent of which is Darkish Math.

XXX Nightshift is now up on Steam, able to hit your Wishlist. A launch date stays TBC.