Soma Games has released a rather large update for The Scout, the first chapter in their ongoing series based on the Redwall franchise.
The Woodlander Update makes Liam Rivermouse a playable character, and adds around two hours of new story content. The update also includes a wide range of performance and AI tweaks. You can read the full notes here, and check out a trailer above.
Here’s a rundown of the game:
The Lost Legends Of Redwall: The Scout
Step into the epic, story-rich world of the wildly popular Redwall books. The Scout is an episodic adventure game full of rich characters, high adventure, and most importantly, the first new official Redwall story since 2011. The first episode, called “Lilygrove” tells the story of a mouse who is driven to Redwall Abbey when sea rats raid the peaceful village of Lilygrove. Not too far from the storied walls of Redwall Abbey is a small village of mice and moles living under the constant threat of vermin attack. Our hero, choose to play as either Liam or Sophia, is the newest member of the Lilygrove Scout Corps, a group of woodland rangers tasked with the protection of the little village and trained in the ancient ways of woodcraft. But your graduation is cut short by a sudden attack of pirates led by the brutal wearet, Scumsnout.
It will take all of your wit and guile to make it out alive!
Mechanics
“The Scout” debuts a dynamic scent system unlike any game before it. Rather than stagnant, pre-designed paths that imitate scent, particles read the wind and the world to simulate realistic currents and pools. Scents themselves consist of parts and patterns designed around actual scent theory.
Outside of scent “The Scout” is alive with both friend and foe – each sporting their own stories, values, and motives. It’s up to the player to decide whether they will prioritize the mission and leave the others to save themselves, or take the time to lend a helping paw.
As a new member of the Lilygrove Scout Corps, you may not be able to fight, but you’re clever, fast, and capable of some amazing leaps and daring stunts. Shimmy along ledges, scramble sheer cliffs, even squeeze through impossibly small spaces. With courage, faith, and friends by your side, Lilygrove’s fate rests in your paws.
Features
- A stealth/adventure game set in the wondrous world of the Redwall books.
- Play as either Liam Rivermouse or Sophia Ryemaid
- Innovative scent mechanics for dynamic and nuanced scents, recognition and recombination, all fitting or animals who experience the world through their noses
- A Deep, Compelling storyline, Original Composed and Performed Soundtrack, Voice Overs From Both New and Established actors, New Dynamic Scent System
The Lost Legends of Redwall: The Scout is available on Windows PC, Mac (both via Steam), and Xbox One for $14.99.
