Blackpowder Games announced the release of its first-person action adventure game, Betrayer, the self-funded debut title from the creative team known for the acclaimed No One Lives Forever series and the original F.E.A.R.
Now available on Steam, Betrayer is an eerie, suspenseful action adventure in which players traverse a mysteriously abandoned New World colony in 1604, trying to piece together what happened to its inhabitants and survive the supernatural threats they encounter along the way.
Betrayer's designer and writer, Craig Hubbard, said:
"Betrayer is the kind of game we've been wanting to make ever since we shipped FEAR. You can explore large, open environments in search of clues and loot. You can tackle challenges aggressively or stealthily. You can outfit yourself with the equipment that best suits your play style. It's a very player-driven experience."
The game was initially released as part of Steam Early Access in which allowed for months of additional development and refinement with input directly from the community. Many new features were added, including new game mechanics, UI improvements, and contrast and color sliders that let players customize the look of the game to their liking.
According to Blackpowder Games, these are the key features of "Betrayer":
-Explore large, open environments teeming with danger and discovery. Chart your own course in search of clues and treasures.
-Switch between two distinct worlds featuring different enemies, obstacles, and threats.
-Wield early 17th century weaponry including muskets, bows, crossbows, and tomahawks. Upgrade your arsenal by purchasing or finding faster, deadlier, longer-ranged weapons.
-Charge headlong into battle with guns blazing or pick enemies off quietly. A novel, movement-based stealth system lets you hide in plain sight or use the wind to mask your footsteps.
-Equip ability-enhancing Charms to complement your play style, granting anything from extra health to faster movement to improved stealth.
-Play with the default visual style for maximum eeriness and tension or customize the color and contrast settings to suit your tastes.
