Tate Multimedia (@TateMultimedia) has announced that Deathbound, a one-of-a-kind party-based soulslike will launch later this year across Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC simultaneously, in collaboration with Trialforge Studio.

Set in a ruthless dark fantasy world where Faith and Science were never more at odds, the unforgiving world of Deathbound is brimming with appalling creatures and unyielding warriors. The unholy crusade cannot be forged alone, as players must call upon Ziêminal’s dead for any hope of survival. Bind with fallen warriors found throughout the world and dynamically transform between each character seamlessly mid-combat with Deathbound’s one-of-a-kind 4-hero soulslike party system.

The fallen are individual characters all with their own unique skill sets, combat styles, and rich history who share a single vessel. The relationships between characters also must be taken into effect as it greatly impacts gameplay. The Church of Death and Cult of Life are at odds with one another. Aligning opposing factions close to one another in the vessel will cause conflict, resulting in consequential combat effects. Alternatively, strong synergies with shared beliefs may offer combat buffs that can spell disaster for the ruthless boss awaiting steel and magic.

No matter the creed, the fallen must fight as one. Throughout combat, players will charge a sync meter shared across all the characters. When the opportune moment presents itself, dispel the sync meter and unleash a devastating Morphstrike with the combined power of the party. When faced with a menacing foe, a precisely executed Morphstrike can be the deciding factor between life and death.

The world of Deathbound has been lovingly crafted and influenced by the developer’s homeland of Brazil, a vibrant culture brimming with life, creativity, rhythm, and a rich history. From the Afro-Brazilian martial art of Capoeira to the sweeping music cascading through Akratya, TrialForge’s origins shine throughout every aspect of Deathbound.

Deathbound launches simultaneously for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store in 2024.

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