Eternal Strands, the debut fantasy action-adventure game from Yellow Brick Games, is set to launch on January 28, 2025. It will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, and will also be part of Game Pass. Alongside this announcement, the developer revealed an exciting collaboration with Square Enix’s Creative Studio III to create post-launch content.
Post-launch update with Square Enix’s Creative Studio III
Yellow Brick Games is working with Creative Studio III, the team behind Final Fantasy XIV Online and Final Fantasy XVI, to bring new content to Eternal Strands after its release. The first update, arriving in spring 2025, will include:
- A new Epic creature.
- A set of weapons and armour designed by Yusuke Mogi, a lead artist known for his work on Final Fantasy XIV Online.
This update will be free for all players. A recent trailer teased the aerial Epic creature, promising a visually stunning addition that adds a new layer of challenge to the game’s combat.
Jeff Skalski, founder of Yellow Brick Games, shared his excitement about the partnership:
“Working with Creative Studio III is a dream come true. As fans of their incredible work, this collaboration lets us enrich Eternal Strands with designs from the legendary Yusuke Mogi. We can’t wait for players to see the amazing content coming their way.”
Expanded localisation support
The game will offer full localisation in seven languages, including:
- Korean and German (interface and subtitles).
- English and French, both with full voice acting.
- Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, and Simplified Chinese.
What to expect in Eternal Strands
Set in a richly detailed world, players take on the role of Brynn, a young Weaver on a mission to recover her people’s cultural home. The game’s features include:
- Creative combat: Combine magical powers and weapons to defeat colossal enemies on land and in the air.
- Interactive environments: Use heat, cold, and destruction to turn the environment into a weapon.
- Exploration: Climb freely to uncover secrets and solve puzzles in a beautifully crafted world.
- Massive battles: Face gigantic foes and use magic, weapons, and mobility to bring them down.
Gameplay highlights
- Weaver of magic: Use the Mantle, a magical cloak, to channel flames, ice, and telekinetic powers. Customise Brynn’s look with weapons and armour crafted from defeated enemies.
- Stand against giants: Battle towering creatures by exploiting their weak points and using the environment to your advantage.
- A dynamic world: Master the climate to turn heatwaves and freezing temperatures into tools for combat and exploration.
- Rich storytelling: Explore the Enclave’s mysteries and connect with a diverse cast of characters.
Eternal Strands is shaping up to be an unforgettable journey. Mark your calendars for January 28, 2025, and get ready to step into Brynn’s world.
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