Baldur's Gate-Like Archangel Slashed
Update:
Unity Games has hacked the price of its isometric hack 'n' slash dungeon crawler from $5.49 to $1.99 - we're not sure if this is a permanent move or a limited time promo to bump it up the Apple charts. Either way, money to be saved. We're still working on our final review for Issue 1 - but if you're interested in learning more about Unity Technologies, you should check out our interview with CEO David Helgason in Issue 0.
You can grab the game right now on iPad or on iPhone.
Original Story:
Unity Games and Black Tower Studios have released a new fantasy-themed dungeon crawler that brings “console-quality graphics” to tablets. It also looks to bring touchscreen optimised controls to the genre, with various symbols swiped upon the screen used to cast vicious spells at the hordes of evil doers you’ll be smiting from a 3D isometric perspective – think Baldur's Gate.
Players take control of the titular Archangel who must leave the fluffy white cloud goodness of Heaven when the forces of bad mobilise and fail to respect your authoritah. And given you’re a driven, uncompromising officer of Heaven, you’ll absolutely, positively have to kill every last… whatever they are… in the room. As well as casting spells, you can power up attacks, teleport, resurrect foes as battle companions, customise your armour and weapons, and win treasure. Dynamic difficulty should also ensure a solid challenge for all.
"Archangel is the first of a number of ‘core’ releases from our new publishing division, Unity Games,” said Oren Tversky, VP of Unity Games. “With a combination of high fidelity AAA-quality visuals and a streamlined combat system that really packs a punch, we’re excited to add Archangel to our portfolio this year."
This is the first game from indie developer Black Tower Studios and the second game to release from Unity Games in as many days, following FRS Ski Cross (created by ex-SSX Tricky devs) - you can enjoy the reveal trailer below.
References:
Archangel
Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition
FRS Ski Cross
