Publisher Microids and developer Savage Level have announced Flint: Treasure of Oblivion, a new pirate-themed tactical RPG for PC and consoles.

Flint: Treasure of Oblivion is in development for Windows PC (via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store), Xbox Series X|S, and PS5 with a release set for 2024.

“Flint: Treasure of Oblivion is an occasion for us to develop a game in a universe we have always been passionate about,” Savage Level founders Declares Aurélien and Maxime Josse said in a press release. “This game gives us the possibility of informing the general public about what piracy really was, often portrayed in a caricatured and wrong way. Flint: Treasure of Oblivion is the culmination of a rethinking process aimed at advancing the clichés of narration in video games. With this title, we are proposing an original way of telling stories through the medium of comic book and take the opportunity to highlight the Franco-Belgian comics that have been making us dream since our childhood.”

Here’s a rundown on the game, plus its reveal trailer:

Prepare to weigh anchor alongside Captain Flint, his trusty first mate Billy Bones, and their crew of seasoned sea dogs as they set sail in search of a legendary treasure promisin’ freedom and fortune. With a yarn spun in the traditional style of comic strips, Flint: Treasure of Oblivion invites ye to dive headfirst into a historically accurate pirate adventure spiced up with a dash of fantasy.

But beware, me hearties, for the seas be treacherous! Flint: Treasure of Oblivion be more than just a romp on the high seas – it be a test of yer strategic prowess! With turn-based combat mechanics as tricky as navigatin’ through a storm, this game be turnin’ the tide on the genre. Choose yer crew wisely, for each member brings their own unique skills to the table, and adapt yer strategy to overcome any challenge that crosses yer path. With skill and attribute cards at yer disposal, ye’ll be ready to face any foe and uncover the secrets buried in the distant lands of Flint: Treasure of Oblivion.

So hoist the mainsail, me hearties, and let’s set off on the adventure of a lifetime!

Features

• TURN-BASED TACTICAL COMBAT: A good preparation is key! Choose your crew members with unique abilities, obtain new skills, improve your dices. During the tactical phases, use cards to trigger skills and attributes and influence the fight with dice throws.
• COMIC-BOOK NARRATIVE: Enjoy a narrative which, beyond the usual codes of comics (onomatopoeia, speech bubbles), offers players original and dynamic comic strips.
• EXPLORATION: Discover a magnificent world, from the French city of Saint-Malo to the exotic landscapes of central America. Visit diverse environments (cities, camps, jungle, caves…) powered by Unreal Engine 5
• HISTORICALLY-INSPIRED PIRACY WORLD: The game faithfully recreates a world of piracy, incorporating historical elements (language, costumes, weapons) making the experience even more immersive