The Invincible (video game)

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The Invincible
Single-player

The Invincible is an

Xbox Series X/S
on November 6, 2023.

Gameplay

The game is an adventure video game played from a first-person perspective. In the game, the player assumes control of astrobiologist Yasna, who must explore the planet Regis III for her missing crewmates while facing an unknown threat. Yasna has access to several tools, such as a scanner and a handheld telescope that can be used to identify objects and aid her survival in the alien landscape.[1] The developer described the game as a "branching narrative with an emphasis on player choice".[2] Other characters include astrogator Novik, who guides Yasna throughout her journey on Regis III.[1]

Development

The Invincible has been developed by Polish independent developer Starward Industries, which was founded in 2018.

atompunk aesthetics, citing works from Chris Foss, Chesley Bonestell, and Syd Mead as their inspirations. In addition, the team also researched on Soviet designs of spaceships, vehicles and tools to fit the game's retro-futuristic style.[4]

The game was described to be a science-fiction thriller for its use of emotional suspense rather than a straightforward horror game. Firewatch served as the game's inspirations, especially how gameplay was handled during conversations with other non-playable characters.[5] Road 96 was also an important influence, as it showed that there was "space for narrative experiences that are more mature and philosophical".[6] The game's director Marek Markuszewski added that the game's narrative was "unhurried" but "very intense", and that the tone of the game was "bitter, but not without a spark of hope for the future".[7]

Starward Industries officially announced the game in September 2020 and was set to be released in 2021.

Windows PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and Series S on November 6, 2023.[10][11]

Reception

According to review aggregator website Metacritic, The Invincible received "mixed or average" reviews.[14]

References

  1. ^ a b Bolding, Jon (7 October 2022). "The Invincible Hands-On Preview: For The Love of Sci-Fi". IGN. Archived from the original on 12 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
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  5. ^ Denzer, TJ (2 October 2020). "Starward Industries CEO talks The Invincible, influences, & creative liberty". Shacknews. Archived from the original on 12 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
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  7. ^ Cripe, Michael (15 February 2022). "The Invincible Interview: A Completely Immersive, Consequential Retro-Futuristic Adventure". The Escapist. Archived from the original on 12 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
  8. ^ Guisao, Jason (15 September 2020). "The Invincible Is An Exciting New Sci-Fi Thriller For Next-Gen Consoles". Game Informer. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
  9. ^ "'The Invincible' as a new title in the Company's publishing portfolio". 11 Bit Studios. 22 June 2023. Archived from the original on 12 June 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
  10. ^ Romano, Sal (12 June 2023). "The Invincible delayed to 2023, first gameplay showcase". Gematsu. Archived from the original on 3 April 2023. Retrieved 12 June 2023.
  11. ^ Cripe, Michael (21 August 2023). "The Invincible Release Date Trailer Reveals November Launch". The Escapist. Retrieved 23 August 2023.
  12. ^ "The Invincible Reviews". OpenCritic. 2 November 2023. Retrieved 7 December 2023.
  13. ^ "The Invincible". Metacritic. Retrieved 8 November 2023.
  14. ^ "The Invincible". Metacritic. Retrieved 26 December 2023.

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