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gaming5 hours ago•13 min saved

Exodus: Ex-BioWare Team Sets April 7 Launch for Sci‑Fi RPG

Exodus, a third‑person sci‑fi RPG from ex‑BioWare veterans Archetype Entertainment, revealed at Gamescom with a launch date of April 7 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The trailer introduces Salt, an Awakened talking octopus who pilots a mech, and Jun Aslan joining with Emrys to battle enemies while interstellar time dilation and choices that shape humanity’s future drive the story. Wishlist milestones promise post‑launch rewards and concept art/music as incentives ahead of release.

via GameSpot|

#archetype-entertainment #exodus #gamescom

technology10 hours ago•7 min saved

Exodus Release Date Revealed: Salt the Octopus Pilots a Mech in a Mass Effect–Like RPG

Exodus, a Mass Effect–like sci-fi RPG from Archetype Entertainment, has a confirmed release date of April 7, 2027 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, revealed at Gamescom Opening Night Live. The trailer features Salt, an awakened octopus who pilots a mech suit, and the game includes a time-dilation mechanic that lets players see the consequences of long-distance exodus missions play out at different speeds.

via Eurogamer.net|

#archetype-entertainment #exodus #mass-effect-like

gaming1 month ago•4 min saved

Ohlen explains why Archetype passed on Baldur's Gate 4: a half-decade engine challenge

James Ohlen said Hasbro offered Baldur's Gate 4, but Archetype lacked the tools, people, and know-how to match Larian's BG3 standard. Building a new engine from scratch would require at least half a decade, and the risk of disappointing fans plus burnout led him to decline and ultimately leave Archetype.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#archetype-entertainment #baldurs-gate-4 #gaming

entertainment3 months ago•13 min saved

Exodus Burnout: BioWare Veteran Says Ambitious RPG Nearly Killed Him

BioWare legend James Ohlen, longtime designer behind Baldur’s Gate 2, says leading ArchetypeEntertainment’s ambitious sci‑fi RPG Exodus—funded by Wizards of the Coast and due in 2027—took a toll on his health, describing it as having to cut the vision in half under constant pushback and lacking a protective executive to shield the creative process. He left Archetype before Exodus shipped last year and is now working on RPG adventure books with Jesse Sky, with no plans to return to running a video‑game startup. Exodus is notable for time‑dilation mechanics and a Mass Effect‑style vibe, with Matthew McConaughey involved in some capacity.

via Kotaku|

#archetype-entertainment #bioware #entertainment

games4 months ago•15 min saved

Two Mass‑Effect‑Sized Space RPGs Headline 2027 With Exodus and Osiris Reborn

Two sci‑fi RPGs aim to define 2027: Archetype Entertainment’s Exodus and Owlcat Games’ The Expanse: Osiris Reborn showcased new trailers and details. Osiris Reborn emphasizes squad shooting, a Pinkwater mercenary lead, and Mass Effect‑style dialogue, with genAI used only for non‑narrative work while final writing and voice acting remain human‑made. Exodus, built by BioWare alumni, promises space exploration, branching choices, a sprawling universe, and a grappling hook, with a full gameplay reveal planned for summer. Both games are set for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC in 2027, with Osiris Reborn targeting spring and a closed beta for preorders on April 22.

via Gizmodo|

#archetype-entertainment #exodus #games

gaming8 months ago•1 min saved

Industry Shakeup: Key Leadership Changes at Major Game Studios

Wizards of the Coast has appointed Blizzard veteran Paul Della Bitta to lead its Digital Ventures games division, while co-founder James Ohlen is stepping back from game development to focus on tabletop RPGs, as the company advances its push into AAA gaming with projects like Exodus and Warlock: Dungeons and Dragons.

via GamesIndustry.biz|

#aaa-games #archetype-entertainment #gaming

gaming1 year ago•6 min saved

Ex-BioWare Team Unveils New Sci-Fi Game 'Exodus'

Exodus is a new sci-fi action-adventure RPG from Archetype Entertainment, featuring Matthew McConaughey, and developed by former BioWare talent. Set in a universe where humanity has colonized the Centauri Cluster, players control Jun Aslan, navigating interstellar societies and ancient Celestial technology. The game promises third-person combat, exploration, and social interactions, with a release expected around 2025-2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

via Space.com|

#archetype-entertainment #exodus #gaming

gaming2 years ago•14 min saved

"Exodus: Archetype's Epic Sci-Fi RPG Unveiled at Game Awards 2023"

Archetype Entertainment unveiled their new RPG, Exodus, during The Game Awards. The game, inspired by Mass Effect and Knights of the Old Republic, features time dilation where years, decades, and centuries can pass in minutes. Players take on the role of a Traveler with the power to save humanity and explore planets in search of artifacts. The combat will offer multiple solutions, and the game will focus on single-player storytelling. Exodus is being developed for Xbox, PS5, and PC, with no release date announced yet.

via IGN|

#archetype-entertainment #exodus #gaming

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Matthew McConaughey stars in sci-fi RPG Exodus, unveiled at Game Awards 2023"

Matthew McConaughey announced at the Game Awards that he will be making his video game debut in Exodus, an upcoming sci-fi action-adventure RPG franchise developed by Archetype Entertainment. The game follows humanity's struggle for survival in a hostile galaxy, with players taking on the role of the Traveller, humanity's last hope. Archetype Entertainment is a studio formed by ex-BioWare veterans and is part of Wizards of the Coast.

via Eurogamer.net|

#archetype-entertainment #entertainment #exodus

gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

"Exodus: BioWare Veterans Unveil Time-Bending Sci-Fi RPG with Matthew McConaughey"

Archetype Entertainment, a new studio founded by BioWare veterans, announced their debut game, Exodus, a time-bending sci-fi RPG. The game features time dilation as a core mechanic, where players as the Traveler embark on journeys to help humans survive by stealing technology from the hostile Celestials. Choices made by players will have generation-spanning consequences, impacting relationships and civilizations. A Founder's Program has been launched, and Exodus is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.

via GameSpot|

#archetype-entertainment #exodus #gaming

gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

Matthew McConaughey Stars in Sci-Fi RPG Exodus at The Game Awards 2023

Actor Matthew McConaughey unveiled the new time-bending sci-fi game Exodus at The Game Awards. Described as an epic action-adventure RPG, the game explores a sci-fi universe where time works differently, leading to various consequences. The gameplay trailer showcased a mix of Mass Effect and Destiny vibes, and the developers, Archetype Entertainment, have plans for Exodus to become a franchise. The game will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with no release date announced yet.

via Kotaku|

#archetype-entertainment #exodus #gaming

gaming2 years ago•4 min saved

Ex-BioWare devs unveil epic sci-fi RPG Exodus at Game Awards 2023

Archetype Entertainment, led by former BioWare developers, has unveiled its upcoming RPG game, Exodus, at The Game Awards 2023. Set in an original sci-fi universe, Exodus aims to become a titan in the RPG space by building a new universe and telling unique and weird stories within it. The game will feature a time dilation mechanic, allowing players to make choices with far-reaching consequences and experience the impact of those choices over years or even decades. However, the developers face the challenge of creating a handcrafted universe and balancing space exploration with the intricate time dilation mechanic. Exodus is set to release on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X, with no confirmed release date yet.

via Polygon|

#archetype-entertainment #exodus #gaming

gaming2 years ago•9 min saved

"James Ohlen's Efforts to Restore Balance in Anthem: The Antithesis of BioWare's Game"

James Ohlen, the influential design director at BioWare, discusses his love for storytelling in games and the challenges he faced in advocating for it within the industry. He reflects on the origins of iconic characters in Baldur's Gate and the impact of games like Final Fantasy VII on BioWare's approach to character development. Ohlen also shares his thoughts on the direction of BioWare's recent games, including Anthem, and his decision to leave the company and start his own studio, Archetype Entertainment, where he can create the kind of games he wants without interference.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#archetype-entertainment #baldurs-gate #bioware