AREQUIPA, Peru – There are more and more titles indies that enrich the world of video games, as well as greater recognition towards this type of productions within the industry. With its launch on April 2, Saviorless will put that maxim to the test when it is finally available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and PC.
However, the title also represents a very special milestone: it is the first independent video game made in Cuba. A maca that has excited the press of the sector and especially the gamers of the island.
The work has been a titanic effort for the Cuban studio Empty Head Games, which spent seven years of work to ensure its release on the market.
Despite the deep crisis and limitations that exist in Cuba, in 2016 the programmer Johann Armenteros, together with the artist Josuhe Pagliery, made the decision to form a small team to produce something hitherto unpublished on the Island.
Empty Head Games had it difficult. They faced financial complications, lack of equipment, the largest exodus in Cuban history and other obstacles, but they finally managed to complete the project.
In the process, the developers received support from the Innovators Foundation with the crowdfunding campaign in IndieGogothe entry of programmer David Darias and the alliance with the French publisher Plug In Digital.
Saviorless It turned out to be a 2D action-adventure game with platform design that takes place in a dark fantasy world with hand-drawn art. Its story revolves around three protagonists, Antar, the curious boy; Savior, the masked avatar; and Nento, the ruthless hunter.
According to the official description in stores, this triad is related to the playable mechanics and the development of the video game’s plot.
“In the heart of Saviorless There is the fight for control. Antar, Nento, and the Storytellers compete for dominance of the narrative, pitting themselves against each other in their quest for authority. The game’s unique mechanics, which allow players to embody each character, reinforce the concept of control in the game, inviting players to gain diverse perspectives and navigate the complexities of a story in which power dynamics are in play. constant change”.
AREQUIPA, Peru – There are more and more titles indies that enrich the world of video games, as well as greater recognition towards this type of productions within the industry. With its launch on April 2, Saviorless will put that maxim to the test when it is finally available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and PC.
However, the title also represents a very special milestone: it is the first independent video game made in Cuba. A maca that has excited the press of the sector and especially the gamers of the island.
The work has been a titanic effort for the Cuban studio Empty Head Games, which spent seven years of work to ensure its release on the market.
Despite the deep crisis and limitations that exist in Cuba, in 2016 the programmer Johann Armenteros, together with the artist Josuhe Pagliery, made the decision to form a small team to produce something hitherto unpublished on the Island.
Empty Head Games had it difficult. They faced financial complications, lack of equipment, the largest exodus in Cuban history and other obstacles, but they finally managed to complete the project.
In the process, the developers received support from the Innovators Foundation with the crowdfunding campaign in IndieGogothe entry of programmer David Darias and the alliance with the French publisher Plug In Digital.
Saviorless It turned out to be a 2D action-adventure game with platform design that takes place in a dark fantasy world with hand-drawn art. Its story revolves around three protagonists, Antar, the curious boy; Savior, the masked avatar; and Nento, the ruthless hunter.
According to the official description in stores, this triad is related to the playable mechanics and the development of the video game’s plot.
“In the heart of Saviorless There is the fight for control. Antar, Nento, and the Storytellers compete for dominance of the narrative, pitting themselves against each other in their quest for authority. The game’s unique mechanics, which allow players to embody each character, reinforce the concept of control in the game, inviting players to gain diverse perspectives and navigate the complexities of a story in which power dynamics are in play. constant change”.
The video game stands out not only for making history in Cuba, but for a very original artistic and aesthetic direction, with mysterious landscapes, dynamic gameplay and a soundtrack that positions the player within this fantasy world, achieving a commendable immersion.
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2024-03-31 09:48:14
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