Take a look at this clip from Sword of the Sea by Giant Squid, an upcoming atmospheric adventure inspired by skateboarding games.
In the game, the main character explores a stunning surreal world reminiscent of Dune, which features shifting seas of sand, lava, and ice. The terrain there flows in waves, and the character hovers on a floating sword and discovers mysteries of the place, such as the remnants of an ancient culture, shipwrecks, and battlefields. The main task is to unveil a lost ocean hidden under the terrain.
The smooth and graceful mechanics of the hovering sword, inspired by skateboarding and snowboarding games, create a unique and immersive experience. “Where surfing meets mystical exploration,” as the developers describe it.
Sword of the Sea features a rich story, which, however, is told via color, light, and music rather than dialogue. The narrative is accompanied by fantastic music by a renowned film and video game composer Austin Wintory.
Giant Squid
Giant Squid
Giant Squid
The creators have been showing updates, sharing a glimpse at the project:
Giant Squid’s other projects are ABZÛ, a marvelous underwater adventure, and The Pathless, a mythical journey of an archer and an eagle set in a vast forest, which feature visually appealing worlds with subtle stylized graphics.
Sword of the Sea is planned to launch on PS5 and Steam in 2025. Wishlist the game and don’t forget to join our 80 Level Talent platform and our new Discord server, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Telegram, TikTok, and Threads, where we share breakdowns, the latest news, awesome artworks, and more.
