Strange Brigade
There are remote corners of the British Empire where the supernatural lurks and the shadows linger, where few dare go and fewer return. In Strange Brigade you'll encounter fantastic and forgotten civilizations shrouded in mystery, uncover treacherous tombs and test your wits against unfathomable foes... You'll explore the ancient world as one of four dashing explorers, each blessed with their own weapons, tactics, and special superhuman powers... You'll fight back-to-back against a terrifying army of mythological menaces, unleashed by no less than a resurrected Egyptian witch queen! With such ungodly evil afoot, the Strange Brigade needs YOU!
What it feels like
The tone emphasizes derring-do, dashing explorers, and pulse-pounding action with playful irreverence. The rip-roaring, derring-do tone and comedic framing invite mischievous engagement with action set-pieces.
What it's about
Mythological menaces, ancient civilizations, and supernatural forces establish a fantastical adventure setting. A resurrected Egyptian witch queen and unleashed supernatural army are core to the threat. The 1930s adventure setting grounds the fantastical elements in a historical period and aesthetic.
How it plays
Shooting and ranged weapons are definitional to the moment-to-moment action in this third-person shooter. Alongside gunplay, players engage in close-quarters combat against mythological foes. Treacherous traps and puzzle-solving are named features alongside combat, requiring wits against the environment.
How it looks and sounds
Core perspective throughout—the player views the dashing explorer from behind as they navigate and combat the environment. 1930s adventure aesthetic with exotic locations and colorful mythological enemies suggests a vibrant visual presentation.
How it's structured
The game is explicitly designed as a 1-4 player cooperative campaign with a complete story arc. Single-player mode is supported alongside multiplayer, allowing solo play through the campaign.
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