A veteran developer who has worked on Skyrim and Fallout is working on a fast-paced fantasy horror game where players hunt mythological monsters. Just Purkey Games has not received much press for the title The Axis Unseen, even though the game will be released on October 22 for PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). „The Axis Unseen is a Heavy-Metal-Horror game by one of the developers of Skyrim and Fallout,“ says the Valve launcher. At first glance, the title resembles fantasy games like The Witcher or Skyrim. However, upon closer inspection, players will also find influences from horror shooters like Doom.
In The Axis Unseen, players take on the role of a hunter who must hunt mystical creatures from ancient folk tales of various cultures. They can use melee weapons, a bow, and dark magic for this task. There are no survival mechanics or complex crafting systems because the game aims to keep players immersed in the action. The setting is an open-world – not surprising considering the expertise of solo developer Nate Purkeypile, who worked as a Lead Artist at Bethesda on Skyrim, Fallout 4, Starfield, and other games.
Do not expect an open game world like Skyrim where players have to complete a long quest log in The Axis Unseen. While the map is reportedly five times larger than The Elder Scrolls V, the size is meant to enhance the atmosphere. Players should truly feel like hunters who have to track down their prey. A demo for The Axis Unseen is now available on Steam for players to experience the game’s qualities themselves. Progress made in the demo can be carried over to the final release. Nvidia has also announced that the game will support DLSS directly at launch – both DLSS 3 with Frame Generation and Reflex.
In conclusion, The Axis Unseen offers a unique blend of fantasy and horror elements, drawing inspiration from classic games like Skyrim and incorporating fast-paced action reminiscent of horror shooters. With a focus on immersive gameplay and a thrilling hunting experience, players can expect an adrenaline-pumping adventure in a dark and mysterious world filled with mythological creatures. The demo available on Steam allows players to get a taste of the game before its official release, promising an exciting and engaging gaming experience for fans of the genre.
